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Midsummer night at Korjaamo: roots-rock band Marko Haavisto & Poutahaukat followed by DJ set Paha Vaanii. Free entry, open 19.00-03.00.
cinema19:00The classic musical film Grease plays under the stars at Malja in Helsinki. Free admission.
cinema22:00BioRex cinemas are closed for the midsummer holiday and reopen on Sunday 21.6. or Monday 22.6.
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Amado Peñan's first solo exhibition at Levyhalli explores ecology through geological processes and traces of human activity. The exhibition comprises earth-built monoliths, subsonic sound, light, and interventions by invited artists.
concert20:00Carla du Ré performs her French-language originals with Emmi Uimonen and Mika Seppänen. A concert exploring the interplay between music and words.
club18:00Mafia Night is a board game evening held on Saturdays at GTC Cafe, where you play the Mafia game and other games. The participation fee is 5 euros, and during the evening you can play over 130 other board games at the cafe without extra charge.
other14:00Pottery workshop at GTC Café every Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Shape and decorate your own piece under the guidance of a skilled instructor, suitable for ages 7 and up.
other13:00Every Saturday you can paint on canvas at GTC Café under the guidance of an experienced instructor. All materials are included, and you take your finished artwork home.
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.
club(3 days)
Mökkijuhannus party at Cotò in Helsinki on Friday and Saturday. Bohemian courtyard vibes, tequila and a full club night without the mosquitoes.
club(2 days)
Uptown Midsummer party at Ääniwalli on Friday 19.6. Afrobeats, Dancehall, Reggaeton, Brazil Funk and Amapiano on the terrace and in Room 1+1. DJ ELLY, MC CHOCO, DJ THE LAST and other artists.
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Malja Helsinki is showing FIFA World Cup 2026 matches on giant screens indoors and on the rooftop terrace. No table reservations - seating is first-come, first-served.
festival16:00Traditional midsummer celebration at Seurasaari featuring craft demonstrations, concerts, dancing, and children's activities from afternoon through the night.
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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.
club(3 days)
ALL WHITE midsummer parties at Maxine over two nights featuring DJ sets, happy hour, and a strict dress code.
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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.
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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.
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Rosamai Kirjokankaan's exhibition presents works focused on quiet everyday moments and small sheltered places. The show features watercolour, oil pastel, ink, and acrylic works.
concert(2 days)
Herman Brothers play at Café Bar Valimo during Midsummer. Free entry, with the concert moving indoors if it rains.
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.
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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.
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We Love Helsinki's Midsummer Dance fills three dance floors with schlager, swing, and jazz. Friday evening celebrates classic Finnish music, while Saturday brings American swing and jazz - both nights end with parties until dawn.
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Midsummer celebration at Chihuahua Julep featuring cocktails and cheese platters from 19-21 June. Mobile phones are stored in Yondr pouches for the duration of the evening.
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Charm celebrates midsummer on Etelä-esplanadi on Friday and Saturday. Entry is free until 10 PM, then a ticket costs 5 euros.
club(3 days)
Midsummer celebration at Night Garden in central Helsinki on Friday-Saturday 19.-20.6. Covered heated terrace, karaoke and disco rooms open into the early morning.
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Drake-themed club night at Helsinki Nights. Friday 19.6., 22:00-04:00.
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Holiday Bar celebrates Midsummer over two days on June 19-20. Festive nightlife in Helsinki.
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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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Lis Vila Rosas' textile and poetry exhibition explores migration, queerness, and belonging through three works crafted from recycled materials.
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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.
+ 275 more long-running events — see the calendar.