Baltic Festival 2025 Melbourne: Spring Fling

It’s been far too long since Melbourne has seen a Baltic bash quite like this — and on Sunday, 19 October at 2pm, we’re bringing it all back under one roof at Estonian House. Choirs, dancers, kids, costumes, cake — if it’s Baltic, it’s probably on the program.

This year’s Spring Fling isn’t just another Baltic song festival (lovely as those are). It’s the full package — singing and dancing, with around 150 performers taking to the stage. Two kids’ groups kick things off (expect maximum cuteness), followed by the Lithuanians and Finns. Then — after a well-earned coffee and food break — the Latvians take the stage, before the Estonian folk dancers get everyone’s toes tapping and the Estonian choir rounds out the afternoon in grand, harmonious style.

While the choirs raise the roof, the Baltic Market will be buzzing with handmade crafts, jewellery and tasty Baltic treats. But that’s not all — this year, community members are once again bringing their legendary home-baked cakes, pastries and sandwiches for everyone to enjoy. If you were at the Melbourne Laulupidu last May, you’ll remember just how good our local bakers are — the kind who can turn butter, sugar and nostalgia into something borderline spiritual.

And yes, there’s a raffle, because it wouldn’t be a proper Baltic event without one. Expect prizes as impressive as our choirs and folk dancers — think Estonian artist Navitrolla artwork, an Anglesea sauna escape, Baltic gourmet hampers, and even bottles of wine to toast your luck.

So gather your friends, dress up (or don’t), bring your kids, bring your curiosity — and come soak up a day of Baltic energy, joy and togetherness. Because when the music starts and the dancers start twirling, you’ll be very glad you didn’t stay home doing laundry.

Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/baltic-festival-melbourne-2025