festival(2 days)
Joutsan Hevosystäväinseura marks its 120th anniversary with competitions, an exhibition, and refreshments. Admission 20 euros, bus transport from Joutsa 15 euros.
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.
concert22:00Singer-songwriter Olli Halonen from Kuopio performs on the harbour terrace in Jyväskylä on Saturday evening.
exhibition10:00Three artists showcase summer landscapes, gardens, and nature through ceramic sculptures, watercolor paintings, and acrylic works.
lecture09:30Guided tour of Jyväskylä University's Seminaari campus, where Alvar Aalto's 1950s architecture meets 1880s seminary buildings. The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.
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.
other12:00Harju 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.
other11:00Weekend bus service in summer from Jyväskylä city centre to South Konnevesi National Park with three hiking trails ranging from 4.6 km to 14 km.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
club(2 days)
Club night at Freetime nightclub featuring live performances from KERZA and rapper DW, plus DJ sets from Laspace Events DJs. Friday 17.7., open 22:00-04:00.
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.