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Coca-Cola Fan Zone at the Music House screens World Cup football matches on large displays throughout June and July. The free outdoor venue features live performances, karaoke and film screenings for all ages.
concert19:00American EBM duo Youth Code returns to the stage after a five-year break. A fusion of steely industrial and synth-pop comes to On The Rocks on Thursday, June 11.
concert20:00Larufest brings classical music from the La Belle Époque era to Lauttasaari Church. The programme features works by Debussy and Fauré, plus the world premiere of Olli Kortekangas' composition, performed by the Arod Quartet, soprano Emma Kajander, and pianists Mackenzie Melemed and Keigo Mukawa.
concert18:00World-class string quartets Arod and Hanson perform classical masterworks alongside pianist Keigo Mukawa and violist Alexander Gordon at Lauttasaari Church.
concert19:00Litku Klemetti performs as a duo on Siltanen's terrace with guitarist Pekka Tuomi. An Emma Award-winning Finnish indie artist who draws both music fans and families.
concert18:00Litku Klemetti takes the Siltanen terrace as a duo with her husband. This Emma Award-winning indie artist is a crowd favourite who entertains, moves and surprises.
festival14:30Helsinki's samba day brings Brazilian music, dance and a parade to Lower Malmi Square. The programme includes a workshop, dance lessons and two concert sets featuring Samigo & Samba Amigos.
lecture11:00Composer Markus Fagerudd and director Laura Jäntti discuss the relationship between music and theatre. The programme features Fagerudd's compositions performed by violinist Rebecca Roozeman and cellist Pekka Smolander.
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ODDfest is a professional event for the creative industries in Helsinki on 12-13 June 2026, bringing together artists, entrepreneurs, and culture enthusiasts. The conference ODDference runs in parallel.
concert19:00Three rock bands on one stage: Pretty Affair, Fuzzkills and Get In play at Semifinal in June.
cinema17:00The film club screens Sean Baker's award-winning Anora, a romantic dramedy about a sex worker and the son of a Russian oligarch.
festival11:00Summer Olympics is a sports event for young people at Kumpula School Botanical Garden with the option to join a fun or competitive league. Music, prizes and socialising await.
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A monthly silent reading circle at Pasila Library where participants read quietly together. Each person brings their own book and enjoys a peaceful reading session without discussion.
club(2 days)
New weekly club night at Malja Helsinki on Thursdays. Afrobeats, reggaeton and baile funk music free with advance registration on Kide.app.
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Senior Dance Fitness is a solo dance class where the dance style changes with each song - from Latin rhythms to jazz and Oriental dance. Sessions are free and open to all service centre clients.
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Two-day festival across multiple central Helsinki venues featuring music, performances, design, and art - daytime talks and workshops, evenings with live music and club culture.
concert12:00Averagekidluke performs at Allas Live in Helsinki.
concert14:00A community singing event at Espa featuring classics from Junnu Vainios to ABBA and Eurovision melodies, performed by J-Men and Enna&Evi.
concert16:00The Helsinki-based choir BellaCanta performs a musical cavalcade about freedom, love and life. The programme features rhythm music, pop hits and Finnish choral music, mainly in a cappella arrangements.
concert17:00A fusion of traditional Middle Eastern dance and modern stage dance. An energetic and passionate performance that brings cultures together through movement.
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An exhibition at Oulunkylä Samfundshus showcasing Malla's mandalas and poetry from local poetry groups. The colors and details of the mandalas invite exploration and personal interpretation.
exhibition(11 days)
The Beginning exhibition explores the moment when old roles and habits no longer fit. Opening June 11 from 5-9 PM, the show runs at The Blue Verve through mid-June.
club19:00Cafe GTC offers a cozy and social atmosphere to watch live football in Helsinki. With limited seating and drinks included, you can reserve your spot through various membership passes.
theater19:00Circus artist Saana Leppänen performs a solo show where aerial acrobatics with metal chains explores gender power and embodied stereotypes. Drag aesthetics meet physical circus art in a deconstruction of gender roles.
lecture18:00Discussion of three plays: the tragedy Grete, Elina Snicker's Rosetta Stone, and L. Onerva's Syyttäjät. The evening explores drama as a literary genre with expert speakers.
theater18:00Porttiteatteri's documentary performance about the bodies, memories and strength of released prisoners and people with criminal backgrounds. A journey exploring how one dares to trust each other and rise again.
musical13:00A music theatre performance for pensioners and unemployed people exploring Finnish television history and the evolution of news from the 1950s to today.
market(2 days)
Summer sale of discarded books at Kallion Library: books at 50 cents each and free CDs.
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An open and free memory-activating group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki.
concert18:00The Munsons is a duo performing country, rock-and-roll, western swing and classic American music with two guitars.
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Baby meetups at Intia playground for infants and toddlers with their parents, featuring music, movement and creative activities.
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Bilingual family meetup for families with children of all ages featuring play, music, movement and creative activities.
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A communal knitting and crocheting session to make blankets for service home residents. All materials and instructions are provided.
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Lego workshops for children at Kallio Library's children's section during summer. Two identical sessions where you can build together without pre-registration.
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Bilingual baby meetups for Finnish and Swedish-speaking families with music, play and movement.
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Free grilling for pensioners and unemployed at Laajasalo service centres every Thursday through the end of June. Bring your own food and enjoy the company.
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Blues Dance Summer is an open blues dance event where beginners learn the basics and everyone can dance to recorded music. Entry is free and you don't need a partner or previous experience.
market10:00A flea market on blankets at Linja Playground where you can sell your own items. The event runs from 10:00 to 15:00 with a break for summer lunch.
lecture10:45A practical workshop on crafting and rehearsing your own elevator pitch - the short self-introduction that helps you stand out to employers. Pre-registration is required, and participants must be Helsinki residents.
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A craft session for young children and their families featuring painting and handicrafts.
lecture14:00A casual record club featuring 1970s music where participants share their thoughts. Hosted by social work student Sami.
lecture16:30A discussion on cultural funding and its social significance, with experts exploring how culture can grow without sacrificing artistic freedom or quality.
lecture17:00Webinar on the detailed plan revision for Sienitie 4a in Heikinlakso. The meeting presents a proposal for a 3-4-storey residential building on a previously undeveloped plot.
lecture17:00Residents' meeting on the draft master plan for Siltamäki Centre, where new residential and commercial buildings are planned. The meeting takes place at Siltamäki Parish Hall.
lecture18:00A virtual tour of Kallio Church and the panoramic views from its tower. Local history consultant Tero Tuomisto guides you through the story of Helsinki's history and architecture.
lecture18:00A casual Italian language group where a native speaker guides learners of all levels.
lecture18:00Webinar about the residential building project at Siemenkuja 3 in Upper Malm with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss the plan. Participate via browser or mobile device.
lecture18:00Writer Jaakko Aarniala presents his historical novel Helsingejoen lapset, set in medieval Helsinki, exploring the lives of teenage siblings during a turbulent period.
other(8 days)
A session for families with young children at Lahnalahti Playground featuring play, movement, singing and crafts together.
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A calm mobility and wellness session at the service centre where you exercise both standing and on the floor. Participation is free and open to all service centre customers.
other10:00A summer day for families at the playground featuring games, crafts, painting, music and physical activity.
other13:00Open activity for schoolchildren featuring rotating themes including music, sports, and crafts.
other10:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other09:00Guided senior excursion to Erkkola Museum, Aleksis Kivi's death cottage, and Kerava Library. Bus departs from Vuosaaren Library at 9.15.
other09:00Summer mornings for babies and small children at Trumpetti Park in Helsinki. Daily activities from crafts to music, with meals at 12:00.
other10:00Guided printmaking session for children aged 1-6 outdoors in a play park. Parents can meet other families while children create and play.
other10:00Family cafe with singing time for young children and their parents. Play, singing and togetherness at Strömberg Playground.
other10:00Äimä rf shares information about mood changes during pregnancy and infancy, and available support for mothers.
other11:00Maunula Youth Centre is organizing a summer trip to SuperPark Tammisto for children and young people from grade 3 to 18 years old. The trip is free and includes transport and packed lunch.
other11:00Street art day at Ruoholahti Youth Centre where you can paint on legal walls. Participation is free and suitable for both beginners and experienced artists.
other13:00Free art workshops for the whole family in the Vuotalo courtyard throughout the summer, where participants create art using various techniques and themes.
other13:30Guided nature crafts session for schoolchildren where you make wind chimes from natural materials. Summer meal is served for children under 16.
other13:45Airsoft trip for 13-17-year-olds organized by Kontula youth work unit. Free trip with transportation from Luuppi youth center.
other18:00A children's book workshop at Oodi library where author Aura Marttinen and her daughter Elina Eden teach kids and adults how to create books. Develop characters, invent stories, and plan your own book's beginning with someone you care about.
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An open gathering space for Reiherintie residents to meet, socialise, and connect with their neighbours.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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Allas Live is a summer-long concert series at Allas Pool from May to September featuring Finnish and international artists across multiple music genres.
concert(2 days)
An indie music night featuring three artists: Anni Luoma from Lapland, Avalova from Turku and pop artist AWA. A band concert at On the Rocks.
ballet(4 days)
Luca Signoretti's choreography Mozart Mozart is performed by Susanna Leinonen Company dancers at Tanssin talo in June. Classical ballet movement unfolds from small elements toward something larger, driven by Mozart's music.
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Viikin library shows summer films for children on Tuesdays during the school holidays. The programme features ten children's favourites rated K7, plus reading, baking, crafts and game sessions.
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Finland's largest organ festival with over a hundred concerts throughout summer 2026. The programme includes organ concerts alongside singers, instrumentalists, choirs and vocal ensembles.
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An architecture walk exploring Alvar Aalto's human-centred modernism in Helsinki. Discover Finlandia Hall, the Iron House, and the Academic Bookstore with an expert guide.
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The LEGO® Jurassic World exhibition is built from over 6 million bricks. Visitors walk through the Jurassic World gates, explore the laboratory, and encounter dinosaurs in LEGO form. The exhibition offers building activities and design challenges.
exhibition(38 days)
Swedish artist Peter Köhler's first solo exhibition in Finland presents ink and acrylic drawings where myth and fantasy meet contemporary sociology.
festival(29 days)
A three-part nature experience in Helsinki's Central Park combining forest meditation, wild herb picnic, and interactive sound journey, led by a chef and sound artist.
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A summer hub in Kallio combining market, live music, cultural events and food. Open from lunch to late evening throughout the season.
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KOKIMO collective's interactive work Tablescape opens HAM's New Contemporary Art Space. Around a long dining table, the human relationship to nature and ecosystems is explored through light, projection, and sound.
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Ukrainian artist Vasili Reskalenko's watercolour series "The Bear and Forest Animals" is on display at Suomenlinna Library. The series was created in the late 1990s as illustrations for a fairy tale.
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Ukrainian contemporary artist Diana Bazhan presents the exhibition "Fragmentit", exploring memories through colour, light, and texture.
festival(19 days)
A rainbow-themed event series in Kontula from May to June featuring community singing, café, dog walk, discussions, party, film screening, and mass - all free.
festival(10 days)
Malmi Summer Programme 2026 launches in June at Ala-Malmi Square with a varied schedule. Alongside concerts, workshops and children's activities, performers include Vimma, Nyrkkitappelu, Tuula Amberla & Pieni Jazzorkesteri, Mara Balls and Rosettes.
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Live music on the summer terrace of Finlandia Park Hotel every weekend throughout the season. Free admission with a varied programme of Finnish bands and artists.
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Wine tasting on Vallisaari's seaside terrace with a sommelier presenting five wines and tapas. Open to all, no prior experience required.
festival(4 days)
Burger Lovers Festival brings a four-day burger celebration to Rautatientori with multiple restaurants. The menu features traditional, vegan, and vegetarian burgers prepared using different techniques.
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A one-hour guided tour of Alvar Aalto's iconic Kulttuuritalo, exploring the building's modernist architecture, history, and political significance.
exhibition(20 days)
André Prah interprets Curzio Malaparte's classic Kaputt and presents an installation of ice horses that commemorates a tragic Second World War event on Lake Ladoga. The exhibition is open in Helsinki Cathedral Crypt in early June.
club(29 days)
An open karaoke night for all, where you can sing your favourite songs or simply enjoy others' performances in friendly company.
club(22 days)
Music club for school students featuring record sessions, dancing, singing and rap. Chance to explore the youth centre's band room.
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Open craft club where you can work on your own projects, get advice, and meet fellow enthusiasts.
club(22 days)
A weekly Wednesday gathering at Oulunkylä Seurahuone where participants listen to music together, with the theme selected by the facilitator or the group.
lecture(15 days)
Free Finnish language practice group led by experienced instructors and volunteers. Coffee, tea, and light snacks are provided.
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The board game club meets at Tapulikaupunki library for gaming sessions open to adults and young people. Games come from the club and library collections, and you can bring your own favourites.
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Three international artists present their paintings at Makasiini Contemporary: Jonni Cheatwood, Sami Lukkarinen and Luis Gispert. On Sunday 7.6., the artists and art influencer Roland-Philippe Kretzschmar discuss their exhibitions.
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Darts and dart throwing sessions for pensioners and unemployed people on Fridays at Kampin service centre.
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Free karaoke evening for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card. No advance registration needed.
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The Game Group meets to play outdoor games together. In bad weather, the activity moves indoors.
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A summer gathering for retirees and unemployed people at Kampin service centre.
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Canasta group at Kampin service centre for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card. Volunteer-led activities with no advance registration required.
club(8 days)
Free summer karaoke at Alppila community centre where anyone can sing their favourite songs without any prior experience.
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Ufo Mustonen's singing club at Teurastamo features guest performances by Finland's leading artists throughout summer 2026.
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Helsinki Stand-Up League hosts monthly English-language stand-up evenings featuring female and LGBTQ+ comedians at all experience levels.
theater(18 days)
An anarchist tragicomedy about an institutional janitor's life in a decaying school building. Myllyteater and Helsinki 98's co-production combines object theatre, performance, and dark clown aesthetics.
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Månsas Deli café opens for the summer at Maunula-talo. Weekdays from 10:00 to 17:00, you can enjoy coffee and snacks indoors or at the outdoor café when the weather allows.
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Pasila Youth Centre offers supervised summer activities for different age groups starting in early June. Both younger (9-12 years) and older teenagers (13-17 years) have their own weekday schedules.
club20:00Karaoke night at Eurohostel where you sing mostly in English but in any language you choose. Hosted by Nicola Lombardo, free entry, K-18.
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Record Council is a community music event where participants listen to and evaluate music together as an expert panel.
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Summer daytime dances at Kampi Service Centre in Helsinki. A different orchestra or band performs each week for pensioners and the unemployed.
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Generation 2026 is an exhibition of young artists where 50 creators present their works on contemporary themes. The exhibition runs at Amos Rex from May to September.
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A mini-exhibition at Annantalo showcasing unclaimed works from the archives. The exhibition doubles as a lost-and-found where you can reclaim your own piece.
exhibition(24 days)
Final exhibition of Art School Maa's 3rd year class featuring 14 artists exploring decay, formation, and the passage of time through video, installation, sound, painting, and performance.
exhibition(26 days)
Mika Kiviniemi's multi-channel sound installation explores distance through the sounds of metal plates. The exhibition is on view at MUU Helsinki Contemporary Art Centre from late May through mid-June, with free admission.
exhibition(35 days)
The Haaga Art Society celebrates 60 years with an exhibition showcasing members' artworks from six decades. The Kanneltalo gallery displays paintings, prints, photographs, and sculptures alongside the society's history. The exhibition features a free accompanying programme with artist meetings and workshops.
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This exhibition encourages children and young people to experiment creatively with natural and recycled materials. The furniture and details were created by art students from Espoo and Forssa.
exhibition(19 days)
An exhibition exploring color psychology and how colors shape our mood. Four artists present works where color serves as a central tool for communication and atmosphere.
exhibition(18 days)
Youth Art Now 2026 showcases works by young artists on a demolition site in Pitäjänmäki. The theme is Dreams, and guided workshops for young people and families run throughout the exhibition.
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Summer exhibition of artworks by students from Helsinki's School of Visual Arts. Paintings, drawings, animations, sculptures, and ceramics inspired by the theme "Tales and Imagination".
+ 266 more long-running events — see the calendar.