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.
club21:30Retropop night at Urkan baari.
musical18:00Romantic 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.
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.
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.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival(6 days)
Saunaralli is a traditional series of sauna festivals held in Central Finland during the World Rally Championship. The varied programme brings together different sauna experiences for both locals and visitors.
exhibition(31 days)
Anniversary exhibition from a nature photography club showcasing Central Finland's landscapes through members' photographs.
lecture(29 days)
Art history student Anna Khirug leads a queer-guided tour of Kirsi Neuvonen's exhibition. The tour examines how the works engage with societal norms and opens perspectives on themes of otherness and diversity.