Some places are just buildings. Others hold decades of laughter, dancing, stories — and a community. From 22–24 May 2026, we gather for one final weekend at Melbourne Estonian House — the home of our community for over 50 years — to celebrate everything this place has been, and farewell it before the next chapter begins.
Across the weekend, the house will come alive in grand style. From Friday morning, exhibitions of archives, photographs, crafts and community memories will be open — a chance to wander through history (and perhaps find yourself in it).
Saturday will bring a livelier rhythm, with plans for a beer hall-style afternoon and an evening celebration — with a special international music act expected (watch this space).
On Sunday, the doors open wide for a family day, featuring choir singing, folk dancing, children’s performances, markets, and shared memories of the house that has meant so much to so many.
This will be the last major gathering in the building before the move — a weekend to reconnect, reminisce and celebrate together.
More details to come — but for now: save the date, spread the word, and come be part of this moment.
This article was first posted in: HEIA (eesti.org.au)
