concertin 4 days (2 days)
SMA Show brings K18 audiences VBZ and Jami Faltin performing at Kulttuurisuoja in Jyväskylä.
concert20:30in 4 days
Masterpiece Orchestra performs an Elton John tribute concert featuring soloists Antti Kleemola and Emma Balbatsu under conductor Lasse Hirvi.
lecture14:00in 4 days
A multifaceted seminar on wisdom: philosopher Pekka Sauri, psychologist Katja Kokko and educator Terhi Ek discuss the nature of wisdom, its development and significance in life.
festival14:00in 4 days
A gathering of car enthusiasts in Jyväskylä featuring specialty and hobby vehicles on display. Free entry, coffee, and grill food.
theater18:00in 4 days
Elina Mustonen performs the life and inner contradictions of Elizabeth I in a presentation between theatre and classical music. The performance draws on the queen's own texts and documents.
exhibition12:00in 4 days
Over 30 artists showcase their work in the Old School exhibition at Jyväskylä's Lyseum annex, featuring indoor galleries, graffiti on courtyard walls, and three rotating exhibitions.
musical15:00in 4 days
Romantic musical drama with Tommi Soidinmäki and Eeva Kähärä at Niittyaho Summer Theatre. Paul Anka's music and an original story about love in many forms.
other10:00in 4 days
A community workday transforming a section of city lawn into a flowering meadow for pollinators and butterflies, with an expert on hand to share tips about meadow care.
exhibition10:00in 4 days
Three artists showcase summer landscapes, gardens, and nature through ceramic sculptures, watercolor paintings, and acrylic works.
theater15:00in 4 days
AdAstra Theatre's classic production of Pekka Töpöhäntä brings beloved cat characters and their adventures to the stage. Suitable for families and cat lovers.
concertin 4 days
Rock band Split Keys performs at RockNeck in Jyväskylä.
market10:00in 4 days
Flea market at Sepänaukio where vendor spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The event is weather-dependent and includes a small café.
market12:00in 4 days
A textile market at Villa Rana where sellers and buyers can participate freely without advance booking.
other10:00in 4 days
A city adventure in Jyväskylä's centre where you solve a mystery surrounding a fictional company. A 3.5 km route guides you through searching for clues, examining physical evidence, and following a story that spans two timelines.
other12:00in 4 days
Harju observation tower in Jyväskylä offers 360-degree views across the city and lake landscapes. Entry is free, and the tower also houses a natural history museum and restaurant.
other12:00in 4 days
The observation tower on Matti Nykänen's mountain offers a 360° panorama of Jyväskylä and its surroundings. The café serves hot and cold drinks, pastries, and ice cream during the first week of August.
other11:00in 4 days
Summer shuttle bus running weekends from Jyväskylä to South Konnevesi National Park, where you can paddle, hike, or explore the waterways.
other15:00in 4 days
A guided painting workshop at Teerenpeli where you create your own artwork. Take your finished painting home or donate it for reuse. The bar is open at your own cost.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
musicalin progress
Astrid Lindgren's classic becomes the children's musical "My Brother Lionheart" at Laajavuori summer theatre in summer 2026. An ensemble of 25 children and young people performs this Finnish premiere.
festival(7 days)
The Nordic region's oldest cultural festival offers a week of music, theatre, exhibitions, films and activities for the whole family.
clubin 3 days (2 days)
Dance night at Freetime in Jyväskylä continuing the Park Festival. K18 event with door tickets available.
exhibition(31 days)
Anniversary exhibition from a nature photography club showcasing Central Finland's landscapes through members' photographs.
exhibitionin 2 days (29 days)
Photographer Valtteri Mulkahainen showcases beautiful images of young bears and the winter landscape. The exhibition is open at the adult section of Jyväskylä City Library.
theaterin progress
Teatterikone's summer version of Wivi & Hanna is presented in the garden of Villa Rana. The play portrays architect Wivi Lönn and Hanna Parviainen, whose partnership faced opposition but remained steadfast.
lecture(29 days)
Guided tour through Art Nouveau architecture designed by Wivi Lönn, Finland's first female architect. Explore the Seminaarinrinne villa district and discover her life and work in Jyväskylä.