Estonia exits lockdown, events given go-ahead for July

Open-air shows of up to 1,000 people and indoor concerts of 500 are set to make a return in Estonia from 1 July

Tallinn Music Week will adjust its festival programme to fit new regulations © Raul Ollo/TMW

Estonia ended its state of emergency on Sunday evening (17 May), signalling a gradual lifting of lockdown restrictions in the countries, with live events of up to 1,000 people set to return in July.

“The reasonable and responsible behaviour of our people makes it possible to end the emergency situation in Estonia this week. Our joint effort has allowed us to return to a more regular life,” says prime minister Jüri Ratas.

As part of the government’s lockdown easing plan, public…

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