The Festival Weekend – Tallinn 2026
The Festival Series returns to Tallinn for the first time since The Festival Sviten Special Weekend in the summer of 2026. Now, The Festival Series returns for another five days of poker action, from July 1 - July 5. Summer in Tallinn is beautiful, and the city has a relaxed but modern feel that fits perfectly with a shorter Festival schedule. The weekend will be held at Olympic Park Casino at the Hilton Tallinn Park Hotel, a phenomenal venue to play cards.
1. Event Overview
The Festival Weekend Tallinn will run in Estonia's capital from July 1 - July 5. 2026. Expect a mixture of games across a tight, action-packed schedule with plenty of games available for any type of poker player. There are also hospitality events available for online qualifiers which have the hospitality included in their package. Below you can find the full hospitality schedule for The Festival Weekend Tallinn 2026:
| Day/Date | Activity | Meet at Casino @ |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, July 1st | Welcome Drinks | 18:30 |
| Thursday, July 2nd | Dinner | 16:50 |
| Friday, July 3rd | Padel | 10:40 |
| Saturday, July 4th | Health & Wellness Session | 10:40 |
| Saturday, July 4th | Private Tour | 15:30 |
| Sunday, July 5 | Brunch Tournament | 13:00 |
| Sunday, July 5 | Karaoke & Drinks | 19:00 |
2. Venue Details
The Festival Series has partnered with Olympic Casino for 2026, and we are proud to partner with them to use their beautiful venues across the Baltic States. The Olympic Casino, where The Festival will be held, is situated inside the luxurious Hilton Tallinn Park Hotel. The 1,600 sqm venue is open 24/7 and offers players a premium playing experience in a nice environment. Players can choose to stay at the Hilton Tallinn Park Hotel to save on commuting time to the venue, and also be in a prime central location just a short walk from the Old Town. The venue is only a 10-minute journey from the airport.
Getting to Tallinn
Tallinn is accessible via its international airport, which is located just 15 minutes by car or public transport from the city centre. Direct flights are available from numerous European cities, but for many, it will require a change or connecting flight to get to Tallinn.
- Fly to Tallinn Airport (TLL). Take a taxi or public transportation from the airport, and you will be in the city centre within 10-15 minutes. Taxis and Bolts cost around €10.
- Buses are also available, and can get you into the city centre for just €2.
Staying in Tallinn
Thanks to collaborations with two hotel branches, we are able to offer players great discounts for their stay in Tallinn. The good thing is that these discounts are not only applicable during our Tallinn events this year, but throughout the entire year.
- To use the Hilton Tallinn Park, select "Special Rates" when making your reservation and enter the group code FRANKE. The code is valid throughout the year, includes breakfast, and offers discounted rates for any stay, although bookings must be prepaid and are non-refundable.
- To access the special Hampton by Hilton Tallinn rate, email the hotel's reservation team and include "Poker Festival" in the subject line or body of your message. The discounted rate is available throughout 2026, includes breakfast, and can be used for stays during The Festival events or any other visit to Tallinn.
3. Registration Information
Players must be 21 years of age or older to enter the casino.
- Bring your National ID, Passport, or document used for travelling within the EU or abroad.
- Registered players will receive a membership card for future visits.
4. Tournament Schedule
5. Coverage and Media
We’ll provide full coverage of the event, ensuring you don’t miss any of the action. Here’s what to look out for:
- Live Blog: Real-time updates, hand histories, and player stories.
- Photos and Videos: Professional images and videos capturing the best moments of the entire event.
- Social Media Updates: Follow us on Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitch for highlights and announcements.
Full Tournament Schedule
| Date & Time | Game | Event | Total Buy-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Jun Tue 18:00 | NLH | Satellite to Main Event 1A (Mystery) | — |
| 30 Jun Tue 18:00 | Invite | Warm-up & Celeb Event at Hilton Outdoors | — |
| 1 Jul Wed 13:30 | Mixed | Sviten Special | €350 |
| 1 Jul Wed 14:00 | NLH | Main Event 1A (Mystery) | €555 |
| 1 Jul Wed 19:30 | Casino | Blackjack Tournament | €150 |
| 1 Jul Wed 20:00 | NLH | NLH Crazy Pineapple | €200 |
| 1 Jul Wed 21:00 | PLO | PLO 4/5/6 Madness (Bomb Pot Feature) | €150 |
| 2 Jul Thu 12:00 | NLH | Main Event 1B (Mystery) | €555 |
| 2 Jul Thu 12:30 | Mixed | Mixed Games Main Event – TORSES Day 1 | €555 |
| 2 Jul Thu 19:00 | NLH | NLH Freezeout | €200 |
| 2 Jul Thu 19:30 | Casino | Roulette | €150 |
| 2 Jul Thu 20:00 | Mixed | PL Baducey / Badacey | €150 |
| 3 Jul Fri 11:30 | Mixed | Mixed Games Main Event – TORSES Day 2 | — |
| 3 Jul Fri 12:00 | NLH | Main Event 1C (Mystery) | €555 |
| 3 Jul Fri 13:00 | Mixed | OFC Pineapple | €350 |
| 3 Jul Fri 14:00 | Sport | Sportsbook | €150 |
| 3 Jul Fri 17:00 | Mixed | Festival 10 Game – Day 1 | €1100 |
| 3 Jul Fri 19:00 | NLH | NLH PKO (with Live Straddle) | €200 |
| 3 Jul Fri 21:00 | Mixed | OmahaJack | €150 |
| 4 Jul Sat 12:00 | NLH | Main Event Day 2 (Mystery) | — |
| 4 Jul Sat 12:30 | Mixed | Festival 10 Game – Day 2 | €1100 |
| 4 Jul Sat 13:00 | PLO | Dealers Choice (BigO, PLO4/5/6, 7Stud, Sviten Special) | €350 |
| 4 Jul Sat 14:00 | NLH | NLH 7-2 Estonia Special (incl. INES rule) | €200 |
| 4 Jul Sat 19:00 | Casino | Slots | €150 |
| 4 Jul Sat 21:00 | Mixed | Sviten 49 | €150 |
| 5 Jul Sun 12:00 | NLH | Main Event Day 3 (Mystery) | — |
| 5 Jul Sun 12:30 | Mixed | Baby TORSES Supreme | €200 |
| 5 Jul Sun 13:00 | NLH | NLH Sunday Brunch (Added package to Festival Malta) | €200 |
| 5 Jul Sun 14:00 | Mixed | OFC Pineapple | €1100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the easiest way to get to Olympic Casino Tallinn?
Fly to Tallinn Airport (TLL). From there, it’s a short trip to the venue by taxi, car, or public transport. It takes around 20 minutes in total by bus and a short walk, or 10 minutes by taxi.
What can I do in Tallinn outside of poker?
There is plenty to see and do in Tallinn. A city steeped in history, Tallinn is Estonia's capital and the country's most populous city. Like Vilnius, Tallinn has one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and is classed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Tallinn has a thriving food and drink scene, and there is a plethora of restaurants to choose from serving a wide range of cuisines. The sun will be out, so why not take in a spot of Padel at Martin "Franke" von Zweigbergk's Padel Company, situated on the rooftop of the popular Viru Centre. The Viru Centre, a shopping and entertainment hub, is in a prime location in the city, and there is a range of drinks and food to order between matches. The great thing is, you can go up, grab a drink and hang out! There is an air-conditioned office space available to rent if you would like to move your work to a beautiful rooftop setting. It is well worth a visit!
Will there be new tournament formats in Tallinn?
We always aim to bring fresh and exciting formats to our events, this time around, Sviten 49 and NLH 7-2 Estonia Special (incl. INES rule) will make their debut! For Hold'em players, the NLH PKO (with Live Straddle) will make its debut.
What other stops are on The Festival Series 2026 schedule?
The Festival Series is in for a marquee year, with seven total live stops. Below is the schedule of live stops for the year.
| Dates | Event Name | Location | Event Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 10 – 13, 2026 | The Festival Weekend | Riga, Latvia | Go to Event |
| September 14 – 20, 2026 | The Festival Series | St. Julians, Malta | Go to Event |
| November 20 – 29, 2026 | The Festival Series | Tallinn, Estonia | Go to Event |
