festivalLoopIT festival at Lutakonaukio in Jyväskylä on 8 July. Featuring Isac Elliot, Mirella and Ares.
exhibition12:00Over 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.
festival20:00Kuikan Lava is a traditional summer dance venue that has hosted dances since 1952. The 2026 season features an extensive programme with many Finnish artists and bands.
musical18:00A romantic musical drama with Tommi Soidinmäki and Eeva Kähärä exploring love in its many forms. Niittyahon Kesäteatteri near Jyväskylä.
exhibition10:00Three artists showcase summer landscapes, gardens, and nature through ceramic sculptures, watercolor paintings, and acrylic works.
theater18:00AdAstra Theatre's classic production of Pekka Töpöhäntä brings beloved cat characters and their adventures to the stage. Suitable for families and cat lovers.
other12:00The luxury houseboat in Jyväskylä harbour features a unique glass igloo sauna with a wood-fired stove. A three-hour experience costs 590 euros for up to 10 people.
concert18:00Mirella performs at Loop it in Jyväskylä.
lecture12:00A community singing event featuring spiritual songs and hymns led by cantor Pertti Tahkola. Free admission.
lecture12:00A guided walking tour exploring Alvar Aalto's life and work in Jyväskylä. The tour follows the architect's development from schoolboy to respected academic and reveals why Jyväskylä is Aalto's capital.
other10:00A 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.
other11:00Harju 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.
other12:00The 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.
other14:00A cruise from Jyväskylä to Säynätsalo aboard s/s Suomi, featuring a guided tour exploring architect Alvar Aalto's life and architectural legacy.
other18:00Hangasjärven sauna opens on Wednesdays throughout the summer with separate sessions for women and men. The sauna fee is voluntary.
other10:00Gentle yoga and sound bowl relaxation followed by dinner at a farm in Muurame.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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.