concert19:00Norwegian indie-pop duo Kings of Convenience performs at Allas in Helsinki.
concert20:00Russian rap artist Oxxxymiron performs in Helsinki.
festival12:00Midsummer Festival at Alppila Community Centre with bingo and karaoke. Free entry.
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Malja Helsinki screens FIFA World Cup 2026 matches live on giant indoor and rooftop screens throughout the tournament. No table reservations - seating is first come, first served.
concert15:00Ironwire is a live band playing 1960s-style music with instrumental pop, twist and classic rock. The band has performed at weddings, parties and festivals for over 20 years.
cinema19:00Sacha Baron Cohen's comedy Grimsby screens outdoors at Malja Helsinki as part of Finland's largest outdoor film festival. Free admission.
club(2 days)
Intti Ohi-On is a party for those who have just finished their military service. DJ-Viktor spins music all night long.
concert20:00The Spiffing Squires perform at Bar Lepakkomies in Helsinki. The concert starts at 20:00.
concert14:00A.P Puro and Emäntä present a lively couplet programme where fast-paced scenes alternate with deeper reflection.
concert14:00A midsummer concert featuring singer-songwriter Yusuf Albegoglu, whose music blends northern longing with warmth from the south. Free admission.
concert16:00Retired EU officials play dixieland and humpa with accordion, saxophone, and banjo on the Espan stage.
concert19:00Finnish band Hopeasiivet blends influences from Kate Bush to Ultra Brat and PMMP in their authentic music. Their debut album was released in January 2026.
musical13:00A musical theatre performance for pensioners and unemployed people at the service centre. The show covers current news from the 1950s to the 2020s and concludes with discussion.
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Lis Vila Rosas' textile and poetry exhibition explores migration, queerness, and belonging through three works crafted from recycled materials.
festival13:30Midsummer Festival for pensioners and unemployed at Laajasalo service centre. Duo Kaikuluotain performs and the grill is available for your own food.
musical14:00The musical play Kaksi Puuta is staged at Puotilan Kartanon Teatteri in Helsinki.
club15:30An open summer hangout for ages 16-28 with board games, card games, Nintendo Switch, and bingo at 6 pm each evening.
other10:00Midsummer festival at Leikkipuisto Vähätupa with programme, play and summer refreshments for the whole family.
other13:30Midsummer opening with dancing at Leikkipuisto Ruoholahti. Open to all ages, whether you want to dance or simply enjoy the music.
concert10:30Matilda Mother band performs at Töölönlahden tapahtumatori in Helsinki.
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Gym orientation for beginners. Book your spot from the notice board or call to register.
lecture10:45Free job application workshop at Helsinki Employment Services where you learn to write effective applications and receive personal guidance.
theater11:00Puppet theatre company Nukketeatteri Annos presents "Hölmöläisten hommaa" at the midsummer celebration in Leikkipuisto Maunula.
lecture13:00Pakila youth centre visits the Fazer chocolate factory to explore its history, ingredients, and products on a guided tour.
other10:00Midsummer grill at Tuorinniemi playground with water games, music and soap bubbles. Grill your own food and enjoy juice and coffee in the morning.
other10:00Today We Meet Cafe brings families with children to Strömberg Playground for a singing hour in Finnish and Arabic plus crafts. Activities are completely free and suitable for all families with babies and young children.
other10:00The children's library bus brings books and reading experiences to the Sanna playground for children.
other(8 days)
A baby morning at the playground featuring play, movement, and creative activities for families with young children. This session is visited by Äimä ry, an organization supporting mothers recovering from postpartum depression.
other10:30Maunula youth centre invites young people from grade 3 onwards on a summer trip to Suomenlinna. Meeting at the youth centre Thursday at 10.30, departure 11.00. Outdoor activities, island exploration, and games. Free and alcohol-free.
other12:00Kontula youth work unit organizes a free trip to an adventure park for young people aged 13-17 with a membership card. The trip accommodates 20 participants.
other13:00Students run art and craft workshops with changing themes at the playground.
other13:30Midsummer dances for all ages at Sanna playground. A traditional midsummer celebration featuring dancing and community gathering to mark the start of summer.
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Traditional Finnish mölkky game every Thursday at Töölö Service Centre. Free and open to everyone.
other14:00Midsummer dances at Roihuvuoren senior centre featuring music from Wanhat Mestarit and grilling. The event is for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
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Kannelmäki Library runs free summer activities for schoolchildren on Thursdays - board games, reading, word art, crafts, and films.
other21:00Uniaika event at Harjun Mori in Helsinki.
other10:00A summer day for families at the playground featuring games, crafts, painting, music and physical activity.
other10:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other13:00Open activity for schoolchildren featuring rotating themes including music, sports, and crafts.
other13:30A summer play session where school children choose activities together and receive guidance from instructors. Summer meals are served for children under 16.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A large restaurant terrace at Kasarmitori offering street food, quality dishes, and sweet treats. Open daily throughout summer with free entry and live music.
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Free film screenings for families with babies at Pasila Library, with a baby-friendly environment featuring dimmed lighting, lower sound levels, and freedom of movement.
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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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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.
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Töölö Jam & Open Stage is a summer jam session and open stage on Korjaamo's inner courtyard. Bring your own instrument or use the venue's equipment - the house band supports and a bar serves.
club(2 days)
Night Garden celebrates Midsummer's Eve with DJ music, karaoke and disco on a covered, heated terrace on Wednesday 17 June.
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Helsinki Stand-Up League hosts monthly English-language stand-up evenings featuring female and LGBTQ+ comedians at all experience levels.
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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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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.
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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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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(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.
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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".
exhibition(29 days)
An artistic project exploring bodily history, gender, and place through video performance, text, and installation.
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Finland's first William Morris exhibition showcases the design pioneer's wallpapers, fabrics, and sketches from the Arts and Crafts movement.
exhibition(31 days)
Anu Halmesmaa and Ella Tahkolahti present two exhibitions exploring mortality, memory, and motherhood. Halmesmaa's spatial sculptures investigate the acceptance of death, while Tahkolahti's textile works address loss through dementia. The exhibition also features a performative work.
exhibition(24 days)
Taiwanese visual artist Tsai Yi-Chin's exhibition at Forum Box gallery. The works transform traces from 35 mm and 16 mm film into large-scale projections exploring time and nature's resilience.
exhibition(24 days)
Hanna Marno's solo exhibition at Forum Box. The Semisanguineus installation explores material existence through fungal dyeing and wood-working, reflecting on authorship and temporality.
+ 270 more long-running events — see the calendar.