Togo Cultural Experience: Rhythm, Flavours and Stories in Tallinn
West African rhythms, flavours and stories in the heart of Tallinn’s Old Town
27 September 2026
On 27 September, Vanalinna saal on Vene tänav comes alive to the beat of the djembé: TogoSunny opens its doors for an afternoon of listening, asking, tasting — chilled bissap, generous baobab — and leaving with a little piece of Togo in your hands. Only thirty seats, so claim yours quickly; and if the colours and flavours of Togo stay with you afterwards, there’s plenty more waiting at togosunny.com.
When
Sunday, 27 September 2026
12:00–14:30
12:00–14:30
The event will be held mainly in English, with some expressions in Estonian from the host. No translation will be provided. Everyone is welcome!
The Togo Cultural Experience
Drumming Section
A live West African percussion performance to open the afternoon.
Cultural Showcase
An interactive Q&A about Togo — its people, traditions and everyday life.
Flavours & Drinks
Taste bissap and baobab — traditional Togolese drinks, straight from the source.
Art & Craft Objects
Authentic Togolese products for sale — take a piece of Togo home with you.
African Music Instruments
Calabash
Togo Cultural Experience is an afternoon hosted by TogoSunny OÜ in the heart of Tallinn’s Old Town: a West African percussion performance, an interactive Q&A about Togolese culture, tastings of traditional drinks (bissap and baobab), and authentic products for sale straight from Togo. The event is part of Tallinn’s National Cultures Days (Rahvuskultuuride päevad), running from 19 to 27 September 2026.
Day Programme
12:00–12:15
Welcome & Arrival
Doors open, background music, and time to settle in.
12:15–12:20
Opening Welcome
A quick overview of the afternoon ahead.
12:20–12:23
Thank You
A word of thanks to our partners, the City of Tallinn’s cultural support programme, and everyone here today.
12:23–12:35
Drinks & Tasting Station Opens
First round of bissap or baobab juice and flambéed banana with cheese — self-serve refills all afternoon.
12:35–12:45
Product Table
Togolese products on display, with a small tasting of dried fruit to whet your appetite.
12:45–13:20
Presentation: Togolese Culture & Community
An illustrated slideshow on Togo’s traditions and community, including Centre des Hommes in Kpalimé.
13:20–13:40
Q&A
Your questions about Togo, answered.
13:40–13:47
Live Djembe Drumming
A traditional Togolese percussion performance to close the presentation.
13:47–14:30
Marketplace & Mingling
Browse and purchase Togolese products, and chat with the team.
Would you like a djembé performance, a workshop, or TogoSunny’s stand at your own event?
Write to us at info@togosunny.com — or browse everything else at togosunny.com.
Write to us at info@togosunny.com — or browse everything else at togosunny.com.
Outcomes
Senam playing the djembe, sharing Togolese rhythms with the group.
The audience following a short video on Togolese culture, honey jars ready on the table.
A closer look at the group, all eyes on the screen.
Togolese crafts and treats laid out along the wall as the group watches the video.
Where is Togo? — Senam opens the presentation with a look at the country on the map.
The group listening closely as the presentation begins.
Senam sharing Togolese words and greetings, full of energy and humour.
The group watching a video about Togolese life and traditions.
Mia Woezo!” — welcome — the room ready with the craft table before the guests settle in, with plantain snacks, bissap and baobab juice for them to taste.
Djembe rhythms — the drumming demonstration begins.
Another rhythm, another smile — the djembe demonstration continues.
The djembe demonstration in full swing.
The full presentation — Togolese culture, traditions and stories shared with the group.