Alika Milova and Zetod to headline Maardu's autumn ethnic fair on September 12

The Estonian town of Maardu will hold its annual autumn ethnic fair in Kellamäe park on September 12–13, according to the city's official website. The event brings together cultural groups representing various ethnic communities, craftspeople and vendors.

Saturday's program

On Saturday, September 12, the cultural program begins at 12:00. Throughout the day, music and dance groups from Tallinn, Narva, Maardu and other Estonian towns will perform, representing a range of cultures. Participants include the "Lira" ensemble, the Allikas dance studio, the Avant group, the Rosa Negra dance club, the "Lios" and "Sjabri" ensembles of Belarusian societies, the Extemp dance studio, the "Eridan" studio and the "Zlatiye Gori" ensemble. Visitors will also be able to see national costumes from different peoples.

The evening's highlight will be two major concerts: folk group Zetod takes the stage at 19:45, followed by singer Alika (Alika Milova) at 21:00. The first day of the fair will close with fireworks at 22:00.

Sunday's program

On Sunday, September 13, the cultural program opens at 12:00 with children's groups from the Maardu Народный дом (community center), followed by performances from adult creative ensembles from Maardu. At 15:00, the Tallinn-based studio De Light will perform.

In addition to the performances, visitors to the autumn fair will be able to see craftspeople's work and buy farm produce, seasonal goods, sweets, clothing, jewelry, souvenirs and more.