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For three midsummer days, Town Hall Square and the area around St. Nicholas’ Church are transformed into a thriving Hanseatic town. The finest master craftsmen, musicians, travelling players, knightly lords, and industrious ladies have been summoned to gather here, each displaying their finest skills and wares.
At the heart of the Medieval Days lies the market, while the main stage in Town Hall Square serves as the centre of the festivities. Here, musicians perform, masters present their craft, and the opening and closing ceremonies take place.
The Medieval Days market has grown beyond Town Hall Square and now extends along Kullassepa Street, Kuninga Street, and Harju Street. In Town Hall Square, visitors will find the main stage, market stalls, and workshops. The market offers pottery, textiles, woodwork, glasswork, leathercraft, jewellery, and many other fine accessories.
Among those in attendance are:
In the workshops, visitors may carve their own hand bowl using traditional woodworking techniques and learn the use of axe, chisel, and knife.
Guests may also discover the ancient art of lost-wax casting and create their own wax model under the guidance of a master jeweller. The model will later be cast into a brass ornament or useful household object.
Try your hand at leatherworking and craft a leather key fob, bracelet, or pouch. The creative world of potato printing offers the chance to make a distinctive postcard or textile print using this simple and delightful technique.
Along Kullassepa Street and Harju Street, the masters of the City of Reval, together with merchants from near and far, offer their wares.
The Medieval Village at St. Nicholas’ Square brings together masters of many trades. It is a place where the Middle Ages come alive, and where every activity is experienced through participation and hands-on discovery.
Come and join us in the Middle Ages!
The bowl will be shaped on site with axe, chisel, and knife under the guidance of Master Roland Burk. Having spent many years learning the craft from a skilled master, he now gladly shares his knowledge with all who wish to learn.
Woodworking is a pleasantly calming pursuit, and any meal enjoyed from a practical object made by one’s own hands is all the more satisfying.
Instructor: Roland Burk
All metal casting begins with wax. First, a wax model is created and covered with moulding material such as clay or plaster. The mould is then dried, and the wax melted away, leaving a cavity into which molten metal is poured. This technique, known as lost-wax casting, has been used for nearly 4,000 years. Though materials and tools have changed over time, the craft itself remains much the same.
In this workshop, participants will use the provided tools and materials to create a wax model for a piece of jewellery or a small household object. The workshop lasts up to one and a half hours, depending on the wishes of the participants. The completed model will be cast in brass during the following week and sent to its maker.
Master Jeweller: Toomas Mägi (Murueit Jewellery Workshop)
Join us for a hands-on journey into the fascinating craft of leatherworking. Participants will create three unique items: a key fob, a bracelet, and a small pouch, all inspired by medieval accessories, materials, and techniques.
Throughout the workshop, you will learn a variety of leatherworking methods, become acquainted with traditional tools, and craft something both personal and enduring. No previous experience is required; instruction will be given step by step, and all materials will be provided.
Come and fashion with your own hands an object that shall endure for years to come and carry with it a touch of history.
Instructor: Hanna-Stina Vahimets
All metal casting begins with wax. First, a wax model is created and covered with moulding material such as clay or plaster. The mould is then dried, and the wax melted away, leaving a cavity into which molten metal is poured. This technique, known as lost-wax casting, has been used for nearly 4,000 years. Though materials and tools have changed over time, the craft itself remains much the same.
In this workshop, participants will use the provided tools and materials to create a wax model for a piece of jewellery or a small household object. The workshop lasts up to one and a half hours, depending on the wishes of the participants. The completed model will be cast in brass during the following week and sent to its maker.
Master Jeweller: Toomas Mägi (Murueit Jewellery Workshop)
Come and discover the charm of potato printing! At this Medieval Days workshop, participants may create their own unique patterns using this simple yet delightful printing technique.
The workshop is led by Talvi Põldma, a woman of many talents, often found in the blacksmith’s tent of the Medieval Village beside St. Nicholas’ Church. Her experience includes guiding numerous workshops, as well as work as a guide and teacher. Setting aside the chopping of soup potatoes for a time, she shall instead shape printing potatoes and help visitors create colourful designs.
Make a distinctive postcard or decorate cloth with your own patterns — all materials shall be provided. Young and old alike are welcome. No prior experience is needed; only a willingness to be creative.
Instructor: Talvi Põldma
During the days of the Medieval Days, Tallinn can experience a flourishing Hanseatic atmosphere – a medieval market with traders and workshops takes place on the Town Hall Square, and on St Nicholas’ Hill you will find a village of craftsmen and a children’s area with workshops, a knight’s school and many other exciting things.