club23:30Hellsinki Metal Festival's official after-party at On The Rocks featuring live performances by Fear of Domination and Bloody Falls, plus DJ KING S8N.
concert19:00Pete Parkkonen takes the stage at Allas in Helsinki on 8 August 2026.
concert12:00Finnish rock band Apulanta takes the stage at the Runnirock 2026 festival in Iisalmi.
concert18:00Jallukka Allstars brings Wigwam's legendary Jukka Gustavson to Konepaja Biergarten. Jazz, funk and rock converge in an energetic performance by Helsinki musicians.
sport15:00Veikkausliga football match between AC Oulu and HJK Helsinki at Raatin stadion.
sport17:00Veikkausliga match featuring Ilves against Mariehamn at Tammelan Stadion in Tampere.
sport17:00Veikkausliga football match between Inter Turku and Lahti at Veritas Stadion in Turku.
sport17:00Veikkausliga match between KuPS and Turku PS at Vare Arena in Kuopio.
sport19:00Veikkausliiga match between FF Jaro and VPS in Pietarsaari.
concert17:00Vesterinen Yhtyeineen performs in an open-air concert at Ilosaari with their new album. The local artist Janne Suhonen and Surmanajajat open the show.
concert17:00The Hungarian duo Reni & Boka performs acoustic, nature-inspired music with vocals, guitar, and clarinet. A concert drawing from indie folk, the singer-songwriter tradition, and world music.
concert19:00Fado singer Kirsi Poutanen presents her new album at the Suonteen soitto concert. The programme blends Portuguese fado with Karelian song traditions.
concert19:00Suvi Teräsniska performs with her band at Riihivuori Arena. The concert lasts approximately 75 minutes and features her most popular songs.
concert19:00Finnish singer Suvi Teräsniska performs at Riihivuori Teatteri in Muurame. The artist with fourteen albums is known from the TV series Vain elämää and her popular songs like Hento kuiskaus and Täydellinen elämä.
opera21:00Mozart's classic opera is performed at Kastelholm Castle during the summer. A Swedish-language production with soloists from Åland and the Festival Orchestra creates a magical evening by the castle walls.
festival14:00Two musical groups present a playful and interactive children's concert blending Indian-Finnish music with nature-inspired storytelling. Dhamal World Collective and Kasvu explore instruments, rhythms and biodiversity together with the audience.
concert15:30Ahti Lassila performs Walking Bass, where the acoustic double bass and museum together form a unified experience. The second performance is at 3:30 p.m. in KeMu's rotating exhibitions.
sport16:00Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match featuring Alajärven Ankkurit against Kempeleen Kiri at Saltex Areena.
sport16:00Women's Superpesis match featuring Rauma Fera against Jyväskylän Kirittäret at Buena Vista Areena.
sport17:00Men's pesäpallo match in Superpesis between Imatran Pallo-Veikot and Sotkamon Jymy at Tornator Stadion.
concert19:00Swedish singer Jon Henrik Fjällgren performs in Tampere.
concert20:00Finnish progressive rock classics band Tabula Rasa makes a comeback at Tavastia-klubi with original and new generation members.
concert20:30Finnish singer-songwriter Eva Vikman performs in Keuruu.
concert18:30J. Karjalainen performs at House of Olaf in Savonlinna. The previous show sold out in advance, so tickets should be purchased early.
club20:00K40-disco is an adult nightclub event at Tavara-asema featuring DJs Sami & Antti. Entry service is included in the ticket price.
concert16:00Austrian organist Stefan Donner performs classical organ compositions and arrangements at Musiikkitalo. The programme features works by Bach, Grieg, Widor, and other masters.
concert20:00Three Finnish rock bands take the stage at Semifinal: Shere Khan blends hard rock and metalcore, JellyDixx delivers energy with heavy riffs, and The Feral Kids celebrate their latest single.
concert19:00Pyöveli & Nasty celebrate their 10-year anniversary with a special concert at Kuudes Linja. The programme features the duo's best-known tracks and rarely performed songs from their debut to latest album. Quijo & Karu Indo open the evening.
concert16:00Violinist Lotta Marie performs at a private event in St. Mary's Church in Sastamala.
concert21:00Blastromen performs at Maanalainen in Tampere.
theater16:00Jämsä Summer Theatre presents Michael Cooney's farce Money from the Air in summer 2026 with a strong ensemble cast directed by Päivi Lahtinen and Reko Himanen.
musical18:00Shakespeare's Macbeth becomes a musical tragedy where a live band accompanies the story of power, madness and forgiveness. Darkness and comedy interweave in this modern interpretation.
concert13:30Musician Ahti Lassila performs Walking Bass in KeMu's exhibitions. The acoustic double bass sound blends with the exhibition spaces and objects, creating a fresh experience of the museum visit.
cinema(2 days)
Letkaliiteri becomes Leffaliiteri: Aki and Mika Kaurismäki's Saimaa-ilmiö, Finland's first rock documentary from 1981, followed by DJ Arttu Seppänen's suomidisko. Rysä bar serves drinks all evening.
festivalAura Fest 2026 is a music festival held in Kupittaanpuisto park in Turku.
festival(2 days)
Cultural event in Vaajakoski featuring art, music, flea market, and food across several factory buildings. Saturday 10:00-18:00, Sunday 10:00-16:00.
festival12:00Hoodfest 2026 festival in Kuopio.
festival12:00Korean cultural festival at Mall of Tripla with cosmetics, dance performances, taekwondo, DJ music, and a kimchi cooking workshop.
festival12:00A j-pop festival at Tiivistämö featuring singers, dancers and other performers, plus a merchandise area for idol group products.
festival12:00MELO performs at the Simerock 2026 festival in Rovaniemi.
festival16:00A traditional student gathering at Tampere's Central Square where students come together to dine and celebrate. The event is organized into sectors by neighbourhood and follows safer space principles.
festival16:00A student celebration at Central Square in Tampere where students from the university and applied sciences college gather to celebrate student culture together.
festival16:00A traditional student gathering on Tampere's Central Square brings together students from the university and university of applied sciences for an afternoon and evening of socializing.
club16:00Fury hosts its first Day & Night event across Ääniwalli's outdoor and indoor stages. Over 20 domestic and international artists perform techno, bounce, schrantz, and hard techno across 12 hours.
theater16:00A mobile theatre production by Teatterikone on Seminaarinmäki, where Aaro Vuotila performs his new compositions and classics by P. J. Hannikainen set against the backdrop of Jyväskylä's history.
concert16:00The Pickin' Crew performs acoustic bluegrass music in Karhupuisto as the closing act of Kallio's summer streets festival.
concert18:00Uusikuu performs at Summer Cafe Unska in Alapitkä.
concert20:30The Northquakes and The Pistones play at Bar Loose. Entrance fee at the door and tickets available while spaces remain.
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.
exhibition12:00Sculptor Joakim Sederholm presents his work at Tapperien Juhola's barn gallery. The exhibition features sculptures in wood, ceramics, and metal exploring human existence and experiences of difference.
festival10:00A guided canoe trip combining a visit to the UNESCO-listed Petäjävesi Old Church with paddling on a meteor-formed crater lake, including lunch and nature commentary.
concertCatself and fellow artists perform at Ravintola Tirra in Lahti.
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.
festival12:00A day-long event in Luosto featuring music and entertainment.
festival13:00Extremities programme from the Oulunsalo Soi festival at Akolan Kuivuri.
club22:00DJ Miska plays at Storyville Discolauantai. Advance ticket holders enter before 21:00; later arrivals queue for entry.
club(2 days)
A two-part evening with ADK in Turku: first the S Keikka concert at 20:00, then the ADK Parties club from 21:00 until 2:00. Pop-up sales at both events.
club22:00Back 2 School party at Maxine on 8.8. DJ Thastor plays the music, smart dress code required, and the event is 18+ only.
concert19:30Troubadour Suvi Karjula performs at Keurusselkä Resort with overnight accommodation available.
theater16:00A mobile theatre performance through Jyväskylä's Seminaari Hill featuring songs and stories about the area's history. Aaro Vuotila performs his own compositions and classics by P. J. Hannikainen.
festival12:00A two-day festival in Forssa in August.
festival14:30A new music festival in Kuivaniemi featuring Good Boys, Kissa, Aaro630, Asla Jo and other emerging artists.
lecture11:00Keuruu's oldest wooden church from 1756-1759 is open daily in summer from 11:00 to 16:00 with guided tours arranged by Keuruu Museum.
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.
concert13:00The main concert of the Luosto soi festival, featuring songs inspired by travel and adventure.
concert16:00Music event at Rinneravintola Ski-Knööli in Luosto on August 8.
concert18:00A music event at Oulunsalo in the festive hall of Oulu City Hall.
concert18:30Concert at Keloravintola in Luosto.
concert21:00A saloon concert by the campfire in Luosto on an August evening.
exhibition10:00Entrance ticket to Tytyri Elämyskaivos mine with free access to exhibitions and the family-friendly Peikkoluola area approximately 100 metres underground.
other11:00A guided tour of Tytyri mine that takes you underground to explore the mine's history and miners' lives. The tour lasts one hour and includes admission to all exhibitions.
other11:30Guidad gruvabentyr för barn på Tytyri Upplevelsegruva där man gräver ädelstenar och lär sig om geologi. Passar barn från 4 år och uppåt.
other12:00English-language guided tour through Tytyri Mine exploring its history, geology, and underground life at nearly 100 metres depth. After the tour, you can freely explore the mine and visit the art exhibition.
concert18:30The band Arppa performs a special intermission concert in the park at Laukon gård, featuring Ville-Veikko Airaniemi, Eero Seppä and Okko Saastamoinen.
concert19:00Hector & His Power Band performs at Pyhtää Cultural Centre's outdoor concerts as part of his 60th-anniversary celebration. Before the main concert in Helsinki, Hector plays only at a few select venues, and the show will feature new music.
concert19:00Exit tours Finland with the Turvapaikka tour, bringing messages of peace and hope. The six-member band is produced by the programme agency Kristalli.
concert19:00Autumn season opening with live music from Pirttijoki and Joonas Erkkilä & Unelma, plus karaoke at Naapurinvaaran Huvikeskus in Vuokatti.
exhibition11:00The Haihatus summer exhibition Rihmasto showcases twenty Finnish artists in galleries, gardens, and outbuildings. The exhibition features installations, sculptures, and interactive works, alongside a vegan summer café and Art Camping accommodation.
exhibition11:00Museonmäki's summer season presents a late 19th-century farmstead with the summer exhibition Luonnonvoimaa II. Visitors can explore historic buildings, a crater, and a café.
exhibition11:00A group exhibition by seven contemporary artists exploring trees and their significance. The exhibition is spread across multiple locations in Keuruu, with the opening day offering free admission.
exhibition11:00KITA - House of Kinetic Art marks its 5th anniversary with the summer exhibition Alkuhämärä, exploring archaic movement through art, science, and mysticism. Seven artists present their works.
exhibition12:00The Frans Toikkanen centenary exhibition showcases a comprehensive selection of works by this significant Finnish graphic artist and sculptor spanning five decades. The exhibition includes woodcuts, mezzotints, serigraphs, sculptures and previously unseen pieces, along with the artist's personal objects.
exhibition12:00A retrospective of 90-year-old printmaker Anneli Klemola, showcasing her vibrant woodcuts, paintings, and metal engravings. The exhibition traces her artistic journey and life shared with her fellow student.
exhibition11:00An exhibition on local clothing history from the turn of the century to the 1950s, featuring a comprehensive programme on textile conservation, sewing societies, and clothing memories.
festival15:00A blues and roots music festival in Oulu, held at Koivurannan Kahvila on August 8.
market10:00Summer market offering homemade baked goods, fruit, vegetables and local seasonal products on Saturdays through the end of August.
concert22:00The band Mäkki performs at Pub Puute in Muhos.
concert22:00Pihlaja performs at Cafe Jazz in Pori.
otherDevil Dog Road event in Helsinki on August 8, 2026.
other09:30A guided day trip to three world heritage sites in Central Finland: Petäjävesi Old Church, the Oravivuori triangulation tower, and Jyväskylä University's Alvar Aalto campus. Includes guide, transport, and lunch.
other13:00An English-language cookie-baking workshop at Entressen Library where participants make and decorate simple cookies. Suitable for all ages, with children under 12 participating alongside an adult.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
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.
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Artist-led guided walks in the footsteps of Yrjö Blomstedt in Jyväskylä. Summer 2026 offers walks under dancer Laura Suonperä's guidance and family activities at Villa Rana.
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.
other10:00Guided tour through Jouko Sohlman's Kalevala-inspired village at Eväjärvi, featuring a tunnel system and survival bunker. The tour takes approximately 40 minutes.
other11:00m/s Mässkär transports passengers from Pietarsaari to Mässkär island throughout the summer. The cruise takes approximately 3-4 hours and the island has a café-restaurant.
other09:00Strömberg Playground is closed for the summer from 29.6 to 7.8.2026. Other Helsinki playgrounds remain open.
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.
other11:00Summer lunch buffet at Ravintola Loimu, Monday to Saturday. Adults 15.90 €, children 7.90 €.
other10:30Terrace yoga by Vuorilampi lake at Sauna Lampila. Studio Laive's 50-minute session combines movement, breathing, and relaxation, switching to sauna yoga if weather turns poor.
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.
other11:00Weekend bus service from Jyväskylä to Pyhä-Häki National Park with over 20 km of marked nature trails through old-growth forests and wetlands.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival(2 days)
Two days of world-class metal at the outdoor venue of Helsingin jäähall. The festival features both Finnish and international top bands.
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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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Two-day electronic music, pop and hip-hop festival at Tampere Exhibition and Sports Centre featuring international and Finnish artists. K18 event with VIP options and festival accommodation.
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An international classical music festival featuring Finnish orchestras and artists alongside the London Philharmonia Orchestra.
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Simerock is a two-day music festival in Rovaniemi featuring Lordi, JVG, KUUMAA, Kaija Koo and many other Finnish artists.
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Two-day music festival in Varkaus featuring Maija Vilkkumaa, Kotiteollisuus, Ismo Alanko and other Finnish artists on the grass field of Independence Park.
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Hoodfest is a two-day music festival in Kuopio featuring Finnish and international artists. The event is age-unrestricted, but VIP tickets and serving areas are 18+ only.
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Ilmajoen Musiikkijuhlat presents a jubilee opera and concerts. Isoviha tells the story of Russia's invasion of Ostrobothnia through family bonds and maternal love.
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A Nordic dance festival with over a hundred events throughout the week, ranging from international guest performances to courses and seminars. GöteborgsOperans Danskompani presents works by leading choreographers.
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Brazilian forró dance series at Töölönlahti Summer Park on Thursday evenings June-August. No partner needed, beginners welcome.
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Tiina Puumalainen's new drama Lady T explores the meeting between Margaret Thatcher and a hotel worker. The play portrays Britain's first female prime minister - a powerful leader who remained distant from her children.
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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.
club(2 days)
Anime music, karaoke, and themed cocktails when Neonya!! and W.E.E.B Club meet at Bar tÿpo. HotAnimeBoyz performs Finnish versions of classic anime songs while the DJ lineup spins everything from Touhou to techcore.
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Agni Kuokkanen presents an exhibition about hidden feelings and experiences through charcoal drawings, ceramics, and sculptural jewelry.
ballet(14 days)
Tiia Kasurinen presents her choreographic work Birds of Paradise, a physical and playful exploration of rituals, power, and gender roles inspired by the courtship dances of birds of paradise and stereotypical masculinity.
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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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Guided tour of Finlandia Hall during the summer season, Monday to Saturday. The tour lasts about 30 minutes and introduces the hall's spaces, history and architecture.
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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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Urkuyö and Aaria is one of Finland's oldest classical music festivals, held on Thursday evenings throughout the summer in Espoo. In 2026, the festival marks its 40th anniversary under the artistic direction of opera singer Tuomas Katajala.
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Every Friday Lippulaiva Library screens a family-friendly film for children. Bring your own treats.
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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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Taidekeskus Salmela is one of Finland's largest cultural events, showcasing contemporary art exhibitions and concerts. Open daily throughout summer 2026.
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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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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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Vekara-Varkaus is a children's festival with diverse art forms, hobbies, adventures and workshops for kids of all ages.
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Iitti Music Festival is a chamber music festival centred on a wooden cross church over 300 years old. The highlights include a piano concert and a midnight concert.
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Film festival in Sodankylä featuring international and Finnish directors under the midnight sun.
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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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The Sommelo Folk Music Festival in Kuhmo showcases traditional and oral music through both classical and contemporary interpretations, from rune singing to modern artistic expression.
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Musiikin aika is a contemporary music festival in Viitasaari featuring Finnish and international composers and performers. The programme includes world premieres and academic activities.
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The Nordic region's oldest cultural festival offers a week of music, theatre, exhibitions, films and activities for the whole family.
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Finland's oldest and largest festival for poetry, recitation, and small-scale theatre. Performances, author meetings, and discussions for the whole family.
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Oulu Festival Weeks is a major cultural festival series culminating in the Delta Life weekend in August. The programme features music festivals, arts events, and cultural activities, with most events free to enter.
festival(21 days)
Turku Music Festival presents opera, chamber music and orchestras in historic halls and the archipelago. Performances by distinguished classical musicians.
festival(7 days)
Lahti International Organ Week is an annual festival featuring organists, orchestras and choirs, combining the organ with film, opera, dance and experimental art forms.
festival(7 days)
Tampere Theatre Summer is one of Europe's leading theatre festivals, offering seven days of contemporary Finnish theatre and international guest performances.
festival(5 days)
A chamber music festival in Old Rauma presenting both celebrated classical works and rarely heard compositions.
festival(4 days)
Classical music in Lapland's mountain landscape with ten concerts at various venues in Luosto, Pyhä and Sodankylä.
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A festival featuring chamber music, jazz, folk music, and children's concerts in the Pellinge archipelago and Porvoo Cathedral, founded by opera singer Monica Groop.
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An early music festival showcasing rare works and classical masterpieces performed by Finnish and international musicians.
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An art exhibition at the Locomotive Workshops showcasing works by four Finnish artists. Opening on 3.7., the exhibition runs through mid-August.
exhibition(24 days)
Maria Koskivirta's new short film explores reality as a mechanical machine. Exhibition at Forum Box gallery 7-30 August 2026.
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Three concurrent exhibitions at Forum Box: Tianjun Li's "Bird Collisions", Pavel Rotts's "Matter of Touch", and Yujie Zhou's "Health Hammer". Free admission.
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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.
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PK-Live is a free Saturday music series at Henry's Distillery & Music Bar in the Cultural Barracks. The lineup features Ilari Hämäläinen, Phantom Boogie Duo, Jasmine Wynants-Granfelt, and Ivan Radeka.
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Suosymposium is an open event exploring environmental art, changing landscapes, and the future of former peat production areas. Haihatuksen Art Institute in Joutsa presents discussions, artistic content, and residency activities.
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Three bus routes to the Augustinatten festival in Tammisaari from Loviisa, Turku and Dalsbruk. Prices from 24.50 euros.
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Avantin Suvisoitto presents classical music concerts in Porvoo for all ages. The programme features soloists and conductors of world-class calibre.
+ 155 more long-running events — see the calendar.