Welcome reception

When: Monday, 24 August (18:00-20:00)

Where: Gunpowder Cellar (address: Lossi 38, Tartu GOOGLE MAPS)

Price: included in the registration fee (pre-registration needed)

In Estonian known as Püssirohukelder, the Gunpowder Cellar was constructed as such in the 18th century. After various functions and renovation, the current restaurant opened in 2000. Its unique structure also lends it a unique distinction: it is in the Guinness Book of World Records for having the highest pub ceiling in the world, at 11 metres. Having dinner there will be a unique experience! It is conveniently situated near the Town Hall Square and most hotels in the city centre.

The ticket includes snacks and drinks.

Dress code: smart casual.

 

 

Congress dinner

When: Thursday, 27 August (19:00-00:00)

Where: Lodjakoda (barge hall) (address: Ujula 98, Tartu GOOGLE MAPS)

Price: early bird price 100€, late fee price 125€ (pre-registration required)

Lodjakoda (barge hall) is a one-of-a-kind venue in Tartu. It is a home for a group of enthusiasts who renovate historical ships. The welcome reception will take place in the rooms where they renovate the ships so you can have a look at the real workshop. If you are lucky enough, you can see two wooden barges in the dock and have a closer look at these. The venue is a short walk away from the city centre along the river Emajõgi and is situated on the banks of the river near a beach.

The ticket includes a warm buffet and drinks.

Congress dinner includes also a live music. The Ukrainian-Estonian ensemble Svjata Vatra (Sacred Fire), plays folk music based on traditional songs with a rock attitude - all blown into the 21st century by a shimmering trombone. Estonian folk songs, Ukrainian Cossack songs, and the band’s new lyrics talk about love, freedom and how to be a good and dignified person in any situation, at any time.

Since 2014, Svjata Vatra has been closely involved in political and humanitarian activism to support Ukraine, both in Estonia and internationally. From February 2022, the Trochynskyi family has been personally leading some of the biggest actions in Estonia, including a public support concerts for Ukraine and protest against the war. Svjata Vatra has given support concerts in Ukraine 2023 and 2024. The performance of Svjata Vatra has never been as expressive and moving as now, carrying a message for peace and unity.

Some examples of their songs:
Poiss nagu ponks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=0Wzs6WO2oZfo16u4&v=lZk_1KjTqfE&feature=youtu.be
Zilja Zelenenke: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxfVUXY2PMY

Dress code: smart casual.
Shoe code: wearing high heels is not recommended because the floor is made of wooden blocks.

If you originally registered without social events but would like to add them, send us an e-mail at esa2026@publicon.ee!

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