concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Allas, Helsinki
Charon
Finnish gothic rock band Charon takes the stage at Allas in Helsinki.
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
Starting today
concert19:00
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sun 16.8.
Suvilahti, Helsinki
(3 days)
Flow Festival 2026
Helsinki's leading music festival at Suvilahti, featuring a diverse lineup of artists and cultural programming.
festival18:00
Fri 14.8.
18:00
Tanssisali Lutako, Jyväskylä
Lutakon Lippa 2026: TIMO RAUTIAINEN & TRIO NISKALAUKAUS + PEER GÜNT
Lutakon Lippa is a five-evening music festival in Jyväskylä featuring Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus, Peer Günt and many other artists. On Friday, August 14, Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus headline the evening.
concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Tavara-asema, Tampere
alk. 29,50 €
Popedan Ajajat, Horsepower
Popedan Ajajat is a special line-up featuring four drummers from the band's history. Hard rock band Horsepower from Tampere also performs.
concert20:00
Fri 14.8.
20:00
Tavastia-klubi, Helsinki
alk. 35 €
Kotiteollisuus
Finland's heavy rock band Kotiteollisuus from Lappeenranta performs at Tavastia. The band is known for classics like Helvetistä itään and Rakastaa/ei rakasta.
concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Laukon kartano, Vesilahti
alk. 49 €
Apocalyptica
Apocalyptica performs "Plays Metallica Vol. 2" in Laukon kartano's park. The band plays Metallica classics in cello arrangements at this summer concert starting at 19:00.
concert20:00
Fri 14.8.
20:00
On The Rocks, Helsinki
alk. 23 € (ovella), l…
Wisborg (GER), Rain Diary, Crisis Mode
Berlin gothic rock band Wisborg plays Finland for the first time. Rain Diary and Crisis Mode open the show.
concert
Fri 14.8.
Korjaamo Culture Factory / Kulttuuritehdas Korjaamo, Helsinki
Spectral Wound
Canadian black metal band Spectral Wound performs at Korjaamo Culture Factory in Helsinki.
concert12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Vauhti Kiihtyy Kuopio, Kuopio
Poets of the Fall
Finnish rock band Poets of the Fall perform at the Vauhti Kiihtyy festival in Kuopio.
sport18:00
Fri 14.8.
18:00
Lemonsoft Stadion, Vaasa
VPS – Turku PS
Veikkausliga match between VPS and Turku PS at Lemonsoft Stadion in Vaasa.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
GolfStar Leppävaara, Espoo
(2 days)
Tapiola Festival 2026
Tapiola Festival takes place for the fifth time in Leppväara, Espoo, on 14-15 August 2026, featuring nearly 40 artists from Finland and abroad.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
Koitelin Sahasaari, Oulu
(2 days)
Koiteli elää #suomenkauneinfestivaali 2026
Koiteli elää festival on 14-15 August 2026 at Sahasaari in Oulu. The programme features Finnish artists including Suistamon Sähkö, Maija Vilkkumaa, Samuli Edelmann and many others. Gates open Friday at 15:00 and Saturday at 14:00.
concert20:00
Fri 14.8.
20:00
G Livelab Tampere, Tampere
alk. 30,50 €
Jukka Poika
Finland's reggae pioneer Jukka Poika presents his new album Comeback and classic hits at G Livelab in Tampere.
concert16:00
Fri 14.8.
16:00
Espan lava, Helsinki
ilmainen
Guitar Virtuoso Timo Korhonen: Mazurka in Sunlight
Guitar virtuoso Timo Korhonen performs classical guitar music from Spain and Brazil on Espa's stage. The programme features Tárrega's lyrical works and Villa-Lobos' dynamic compositions.
concert17:00
Fri 14.8.
17:00
Espan lava, Helsinki
ilmainen
Jukka Tolonen Ramblin' Jazz Quartet
Jukka Tolonen's latest jazz band Ramblin' Jazz Quartet performs hypnotic improvisational music at Espan stage. A trio featuring pianist Antti Utriainen and drummer Vesa Lapinkero.
sport17:30
Fri 14.8.
17:30
Tornator Stadion, Imatra
Imatran Pallo-Veikot – Kiteen Pallo
Men's pesäpallo match in the Superpesis league at Tornator Stadion in Imatra.
sport17:30
Fri 14.8.
17:30
MiiluAreena, Raahe
Pattijoen Urheilijat, Raahe – Koskenkorvan Urheilijat
Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Pattijoen Urheilijat and Koskenkorvan Urheilijat at MiiluAreena in Raahe.
sport17:30
Fri 14.8.
17:30
Saarikenttä, Vimpeli
Vimpelin Veto – Hyvinkään Tahko
Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Vimpelin Veto and Hyvinkään Tahko at Saarikenttä stadium.
sport17:30
Fri 14.8.
17:30
Autofix1.com Areena, Kempele
Kempeleen Kiri – Alajärven Ankkurit
Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Kempeleen Kiri and Alajärven Ankkurit at Autofix1.com Areena.
sport17:30
Fri 14.8.
17:30
Ilosaarirock Stadion, Joensuu
Joensuun Maila – Sotkamon Jymy
Pesäpallo match in Superpesis between Joensuu Maila and Sotkamo Jymy at Ilosaarirock Stadium.
sport17:30
Fri 14.8.
17:30
Kaupin pesäpallostadion, Tampere
Manse PP, Tampere – Kouvolan Pallonlyöjät
Men's Superpesis match between Manse PP and Kouvolan Pallonlyöjät at Kaupin stadium in Tampere.
concert22:00
Fri 14.8.
22:00
Cafe Jazz, Pori
Tungevaag
Norwegian musician Tungevaag performs at Cafe Jazz in Pori.
concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Billnäsin Ruukki, Billnäs
alk. 38,50 €
Olavi Uusivirta at Billnäs Bruk
Olavi Uusivirta performs with his band at the historic Iso paja hall in Billnäs Bruk. The setlist includes familiar songs such as Kultaa hiuksissa and Me ei kuolla koskaan.
concert17:00
Fri 14.8.
17:00
Juhlatalo Juurikkasaari, Jyväskylä
alk. 49,90 €
Vesterinen Yhtyeineen
Vesterinen Yhtyeineen performs at Juurikkasaari on an album release tour for their ninth studio album, with rock band Oliver from Jyväskylä also on the bill.
concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Pyhtään Kulttuuritalo, Pyhtää
alk. 36,50 €
Pyhtää Cultural Centre Courtyard Concerts: Maustetytöt, Antti Autio
Maustetytöt and Antti Autio perform at Pyhtää Cultural Centre's courtyard on 14 August. Support act at 20:00, main artist at 21:30. Minors have a separate entrance and seating area.
concert21:00
Fri 14.8.
21:00
Suisto-klubi, Hämeenlinna
alk. 25 €
Matti Johannes Koivu
Singer-songwriter Matti Johannes Koivu performs at Suisto club. Known for his cover versions of Irwin Goodman's songs and his work as a member of the band Ultramariini.
concert22:00
Fri 14.8.
22:00
Freetime, Jyväskylä
alk. 10 €
S.P.I.T (EP Release Show) + Lovers Left Alive
Jyväskylä rock band S.P.I.T celebrates their debut EP release with a show at Freetime. Lovers Left Alive opens the night.
theater
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
Rauhalahti Teatteri, Kuopio
(2 days)
Saikkua, kiitos!
The health centre comedy Saikkua, kiitos! has been performed nearly 700 times for over 400,000 audiences. The play explores Finnish everyday life from the perspective of health and illness, featuring songs composed by Ismo Leikola.
concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Malmitalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
The Ghost of Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band - Malmi Summer Festival 2026
The Ghost of Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band performs Springsteen classics at Malmi Summer Festival. This Tampere tribute band is known for its faithful interpretation and vocalist Saku Virtanen's remarkably similar voice.
cinema
Fri 14.8. – Fri 27.11.
Jätkäsaaren kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Kino Jätkäsaari
Children's film screening at Jätkäsaari Library where kids vote on which movie to watch. Films rated S or K7.
concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Dubrovnik, Helsinki
alk. 15 €
Saga Mast, Kuumaliima and Poikabändi at Dubrovnik
Three Finnish bands - Saga Mast, Kuumaliima and Poikabändi - perform at Dubrovnik on Friday. Standing room, tickets at the door 18 euros.
theater20:00
Fri 14.8.
20:00
Tampereen Ylioppilasteatteri, Tampere
7–20 €
TaYT Summer Gallery 14.8. at 20:00
TaYT Summer Gallery is a one-hour theatre performance where four small productions - two plays and two video works - interweave. The programme explores loneliness, history, and the traces people leave behind.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
Viikinsaari, Tampere
(2 days)
SaariHelvetti 2026
SaariHelvetti 2026 is an event at Viikinsaari in Tampere in August.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
Kuopio Halli, Kuopio
(2 days)
Vauhti Kiihtyy Kuopio 2026
Vauhti Kiihtyy Kuopio 2026 takes place at Kuopio-halli on 14 August 2026.
exhibition
Fri 14.8. – Sat 29.8.
Kanneltalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
(16 days)
Susu Rytteri and the Metsäkissa2044 Group: In the Forest's Protection - A Multisensory Exhibition and Event
A multisensory exhibition and event exploring the values and future of the forest through art, music, workshops, and theatre performances at Kanneltalo in August.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Fri 18.12.
Tapiolan kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
(127 days)
Children's Friday Film
Open film screening for children and families every Friday at Tapiola Library. The first Friday of the month features a film for all ages, while other Fridays let the audience choose.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
Savion lava, Laukaa
(2 days)
Leena's Record Dances
Record dances on Savio stage in Laukaa featuring Finnish classics, karaoke, bingo and grilled food. Admission 10 €, under 16 free.
festival18:00
Fri 14.8.
18:00
Hotelli Verso, 2.krs., Jyväskylä
Verso 10 Years - Buffet Menu Fri 14.8.2026
Hotel Verso celebrates its 10th anniversary with a buffet on Friday 14.8. Head chef Jukka Kyllönen presents a selection of the hotel's most beloved dishes from the past decade.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Wed 19.8.
Helsingin kaupunginmuseo, Helsinki
12 €
(6 days)
Enchanting Film Yard
Classic horror films screen under the stars at the Falkman courtyard with authentic 35 mm projection. A curated selection of European and American masterpieces spanning different eras.
concert09:00
Fri 14.8.
09:00
Akuliina, Jämsä
Retropop
A retropop music event at Akuliina in Jämsä, celebrating classic pop hits with a nostalgic feel.
concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Heinolan Harjupaviljonki, Heinola
alk. 15,00 €
Unelmien Heinola: Lempi78
Heinola-based Lempi78 celebrates its 10-year anniversary at Harjupaviljonki. The band performs its beloved songs in arrangements for five musicians.
concert19:00
Fri 14.8.
19:00
Kuikan lava, Kuikka
Finlanders
Finlanders perform live at Kuikan lava in Jyvaskyla.
exhibition12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Vanhan Lyseon lukion uudisrakennus (sisäänkäynti kadun puolelta), Jyväskylä
Old School - Demolition Building Art Exhibition
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.
festival20:00
Fri 14.8.
20:00
Jyväskylä
Kuikan lavan tanssit 2026
Kuikan 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.
festival12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Farmoksen tontti, Salo
Salo Friends & Music Festival: Golden VIP Friday
A VIP evening at the Salo Friends & Music Festival held at Farmoksen tontti in Salo.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sun 16.8.
Laukaa
(3 days)
MizumiCon
MizumiCon is a cultural event in Laukaa bringing together anime, cosplay, and comic enthusiasts. The programme features competitions, workshops, performances, and a sales hall.
concert
Fri 14.8.
Opiston Kunkku, Lahti
Catself
Catself performs at Opiston Kunkku in Lahti.
concert18:00
Fri 14.8.
18:00
Fontana Club, Vaasa
Hasselyra
Hasselyra performs at Fontana Club in Vaasa.
other11:00
Fri 14.8.
11:00
Jyväskylä
maksuton
Harju Observation Tower
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.
club
Fri 14.8. – Fri 11.12.
Stadin yhteisötalo Pihlajamäki, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Karaoke
Karaoke for singers of all levels, from beginners to experienced. No singing talent required, and you can also just listen.
club
Fri 14.8. – Fri 28.5.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(288 days)
Karaoke
Free karaoke evening at Stadi Community Centre Alppila. Open to everyone - no experience needed. You can sing or just listen.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
Ouluhalli, Oulu
(2 days)
For You Expo
For You Expo is a wellness, beauty, fashion and culture expo in Oulu featuring companies, associations and communities from across Finland.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
Vauhti Kiihtyy Lahti, Lahti
(2 days)
Vauhti Kiihtyy Lahti 2026
Vauhti Kiihtyy Lahti 2026 is an event taking place in Lahti on 14 August 2026.
festival12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Lomakeskus Sieravuori, Eura
alk. 22,50 €
Ne Reteet Irwin Dances
Ne Reteet Irwin Dances are held at Sieravuori holiday centre before the main Irwin evening. Doors open at 12:00 and the event is fully accessible.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sat 15.8.
Hyvärilän alue, Nurmes
(2 days)
Drive-in & Rock Nurmes 2026
A drive-in rock festival in Nurmes featuring international and Finnish bands, rallycross racing, and food service.
lecture11:00
Fri 14.8.
11:00
Keuruu
Guided tours of Keuruu Old Church during summer
Keuruu'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.
concert14:00
Fri 14.8.
14:00
Töölönlahden tapahtumatori, Helsinki
Matilda Mother band
Matilda Mother band performs at Töölönlahden tapahtumatori in Helsinki.
exhibition10:00
Fri 14.8.
10:00
Tytyri Elämyskaivos, Lohja
14.4–18 €
Tytyri Entrance Ticket for the Mines
Entrance ticket to Tytyri Elämyskaivos mine with free access to exhibitions and the family-friendly Peikkoluola area approximately 100 metres underground.
concert
Fri 14.8.
RockNeck, Jyväskylä
Axeslaughter
Rock band Axeslaughter performs at RockNeck in Jyväskylä.
concert18:00
Fri 14.8.
18:00
Mommilan Kyläpuoti, Hausjärvi
alk. 15 €
Samae Koskinen - Pilttuun Sävel
Musician and singer Samae Koskinen performs at Mommila Village Shop for the debut of the new music concept Pilttuun Sävel.
concert18:00
Fri 14.8.
18:00
Kulttuurikeskus Skantz, Karvia
alk. 29,90 €
Mentalist Pete Poskiparta: Impossible
Mentalist Pete Poskiparta combines mind reading, magic, and comedy in a show lasting approximately 1.5 hours.
concert20:30
Fri 14.8.
20:30
Kulttuuritalo Telakka, Tampere
alk. 22,50 €
Pep Torres & His Finnish All-Stars, Son Demon and His Holy Boys
Pep Torres and his Finnish All-Stars band perform with Son Demon and His Holy Boys at Telakka.
exhibition10:00
Fri 14.8.
10:00
Muurame
Welcome to Muurame Church
Visit Muurame Church, designed by Alvar Aalto and completed in 1929. The architecture reflects Italian influences and Nordic classicism.
exhibition10:00
Fri 14.8.
10:00
Hankasalmi
Hankasalmi Museum Village - Summer Hours
Hankasalmi Museum Village is open during summer, Tuesday to Friday. Admission costs 5 euros, and visitors under 18 enter free.
exhibition11:00
Fri 14.8.
11:00
Keuruun museon uudet tilat avautuvat yleisölle kesänäyttelyn myötä 23.6. Näyttelyn avajaiset 18.6. klo 13-15.00. Avajaisiin on vapaa pääsy, muutoin maksullinen., Keuruu
Natural Forces II - The Trees Speak Exhibition
A 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.
exhibition11:00
Fri 14.8.
11:00
Parkkipaikat löytyvät alueen keskeltä. Bussipysäkki (määränpää Joutsa) sijaitsee kävellen 1,7 kilometrin päässä Haihatuksesta., Joutsa
Summer Exhibition Rihmasto
The 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.
exhibition12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Saarijärvi
Fransu 100 - Frans Toikkanen Centenary Exhibition
The 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.
exhibition12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Saarijärvi
Ansu - Printmaker Anneli Klemola
A 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.
exhibition12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Galleria Käpy, Konnevesi
From Chests and Hiding Places - Konnevesi Museum Clothing
An 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.
exhibition12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Joutsa
Art house Tapio - Celestial gathering 2026 - Environmental art exhibition 28.7.-30.8.
Metsägalleria Tapio showcases Finnish and international artists in an invitational exhibition celebrating nature's balance and celestial themes. The exhibition runs from 28.7.-30.8.2026.
other
Fri 14.8. – Fri 18.12.
Vuosaaren kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Chair Gymnastics
Free chair gymnastics for older adults at Vuosaaren Library on Fridays. A fitness group where exercises are performed while seated.
lecture10:00
Fri 14.8.
10:00
Internet, Helsinki
ilmainen
Job Search Support Workshops: Elevator Pitch Workshop (online)
Online workshop teaching you to build and practice an elevator pitch - a concise and compelling self-presentation for employers.
lecture13:00
Fri 14.8.
13:00
Business Helsinki, Helsinki
ilmainen
Growth Circle 14.8.2026: The Art of Networking
Business Helsinki's monthly meeting for Helsinki entrepreneurs, where expert Laura Lindsberg guides participants through networking skills via practical exercises and an interactive workshop.
other10:00
Fri 14.8.
10:00
Leikkipuisto Strömberg, Helsinki
ilmainen
Obstacle Course at the Playground
Obstacle course at Strömberg playground where children can practice motor skills and acrobatic tricks.
other
Fri 14.8. – Fri 18.12.
Stadin yhteisötalo Pihlajamäki, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Friday Watercolours
Free watercolour painting on Fridays at the community centre. Paint at your own pace without guidance.
other
Fri 14.8. – Fri 18.12.
Ison Omenan kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
(127 days)
Friday Art Journal Workshop
A relaxed art journal workshop where you create at your own pace without pressure. Bring your notebook and start making.
lecture13:00
Fri 14.8.
13:00
Suomenlinna-museo, Helsinki
16€
Swedish-language guided tour during summer season 2026
A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
lecture09:30
Fri 14.8.
09:30
Jyväskylä
Guided Tour: Seminaari Hill University Campus
Guided tour of Jyväskylä University's Seminaari campus, where Alvar Aalto's 1950s architecture meets 1880s seminary buildings. The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.
other10:00
Fri 14.8.
10:00
Visit Jyväskylä Regionin matkailuneuvonta. Kulku Asemakadun puoleisen sisäänkäynnin kautta. Sisäänkäynnin ovella on kaksi 5 cm korkuista kynnystä., Jyväskylä
60 € per pelaajaryhmä
Narrative City Adventure - Death in Two Times
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.
other10:00
Fri 14.8.
10:00
Jämsä
Guided Tours at Joksalan
Guided tour through Jouko Sohlman's Kalevala-inspired village at Eväjärvi, featuring a tunnel system and survival bunker. The tour takes approximately 40 minutes.
other11:00
Fri 14.8.
11:00
m/s Mässkär, Pietarsaari
7–27 €
Mässkär Cruises 2026
m/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.
other09:00
Fri 14.8.
09:00
Töölön seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Self-Directed Sewing
Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
other09:30
Fri 14.8.
09:30
Kinaporin seniorikeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Pilke
The Pilke group meets at Kinapori Senior Centre for conversation, peer support and shared activities. Breakfast is included.
other15:30
Fri 14.8.
15:30
Malmin nuorisotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
Adventure Park Trip to Paloheiland
Malmi Youth Centre organizes a climbing trip to the Korkee adventure park for teenagers aged 13-17. Departure at 15:00, return around 20:00.
other12:00
Fri 14.8.
12:00
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
Open Art Workshop
Open art workshop where you can experiment with different artistic techniques and materials under guidance. Suitable for everyone, including continuing your own projects.
other14:15
Fri 14.8.
14:15
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
Trivia
A fun trivia quiz night at Stadin Community Centre Alppila. Come and test your knowledge!
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival
Fri 15.5. – Sat 19.9.
Allas Pool, Helsinki
24–79,50€
in progress
Allas Live 2026
Allas Live is a summer-long concert series at Allas Pool from May to September featuring Finnish and international artists across multiple music genres.
festival
Fri 5.6. – Sun 20.6.
Ilmajoki
in progress
Ilmajoen Musiikkijuhlat
Ilmajoen Musiikkijuhlat presents a jubilee opera and concerts. Isoviha tells the story of Russia's invasion of Ostrobothnia through family bonds and maternal love.
festival
Mon 8.6. – Sun 13.6.
Kuopio
in progress
Kuopio Dances and Sings
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.
festival
Tue 11.8. – Fri 14.8.
Liszt-instituutti - Unkarin kulttuurikeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(4 days)
Hungarian Folk Culture Week
A week of Hungarian folk culture: a film screening, an exhibition of traditional costumes, and an open dance workshop for everyone.
theater
Thu 6.8. – Sat 31.10.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
24-49€
(87 days)
Lady T
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.
theater
Mon 10.8. – Thu 10.9.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
24-49€
(32 days)
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is a Finnish theatre production about Finns who emigrated to the Soviet Union in the 1930s and became victims of Stalin's terror.
opera
Thu 13.8. – Sat 15.8.
Suomen kansallisooppera ja -baletti, Helsinki
10-50€
(3 days)
Sugar Factory 2026
Four new short operas at the Finnish National Opera and Ballet. The Sugar Factory project gives Finnish composers, librettists and directors the opportunity to create contemporary opera art exploring trauma, society and transformation.
exhibition
Mon 20.7. – Tue 25.8.
Kaapelitehdas, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Agni Kuokkanen: Through the Shadow
Agni Kuokkanen presents an exhibition about hidden feelings and experiences through charcoal drawings, ceramics, and sculptural jewelry.
ballet
Thu 6.8. – Wed 19.8.
Studio Pasila, Helsinki
(14 days)
Birds Of Paradise Ensi-Ilta
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.
ballet
Wed 12.8. – Sun 23.8.
Levyhalli, Helsinki
25€
(12 days)
Willman Dance Company: USKO-FAITH
Willman Dance Company presents an immersive performance USKO-FAITH on Suomenlinna that explores faith as an event in the human mind. The audience moves alongside performers through different scenes, with physical participation remaining voluntary. The performance is complemented by a free glass art exhibition.
lecture
Sat 16.5. – Thu 24.9.
Finlandia-talo, Helsinki
15€
in progress
Architecture Walk in English: Aalto in Helsinki
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.
festival
Thu 28.5. – Sun 30.8.
Harjun Mori, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Harjun Mori
A summer hub in Kallio combining market, live music, cultural events and food. Open from lunch to late evening throughout the season.
exhibition
Fri 29.5. – Sun 23.8.
Helsingin taidemuseo HAM, Helsinki
20/12/0€
in progress
KOKIMO: Tablescape
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.
festival
Thu 4.6. – Thu 27.8.
Espoo
in progress
Urkuyö & Aaria Festival, Espoo
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.
festival
Fri 5.6. – Fri 14.8.
Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
in progress
Children's Friday Film
Every Friday Lippulaiva Library screens a family-friendly film for children. Bring your own treats.
festival
Fri 5.6. – Sat 29.8.
Finlandia Park Hotel Helsinki, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Summer Terrace Bands
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.
festival
Sat 6.6. – Sat 12.9.
Vallisaari, Helsinki
59€
in progress
Seaside Helsinki: Wine Tasting at Vallisaari
Wine tasting on Vallisaari's seaside terrace with a sommelier presenting five wines and tapas. Open to all, no prior experience required.
festival
Sun 7.6. – Thu 20.8.
Helsinki, Helsinki
0-15€
in progress
Helsinki Organ Summer 2026
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.
festival
Mon 8.6. – Sun 20.6.
Varkaus
in progress
Vekara-Varkaus Festival Week
Vekara-Varkaus is a children's festival with diverse art forms, hobbies, adventures and workshops for kids of all ages.
festival
Wed 10.6. – Sat 19.6.
Iitti
in progress
Iitti Music Festival
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.
festival
Wed 10.6. – Sun 20.6.
Sodankylä
in progress
Sodankylä Film Festival
Film festival in Sodankylä featuring international and Finnish directors under the midnight sun.
festival
Tue 16.6. – Tue 15.12.
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Baby Cinema
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.
festival
Wed 24.6. – Fri 2.7.
Kuhmo
in progress
Sommelo Folk Music Festival, Kuhmo/Kainuu
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.
festival
Tue 30.6. – Sun 11.7.
Viitasaari
in progress
Musiikin aika, Viitasaari
Musiikin aika is a contemporary music festival in Viitasaari featuring Finnish and international composers and performers. The programme includes world premieres and academic activities.
festival
Wed 1.7. – Tue 13.7.
Jyväskylä
in progress
Jyväskylä Summer
The Nordic region's oldest cultural festival offers a week of music, theatre, exhibitions, films and activities for the whole family.
festival
Wed 1.7. – Sun 11.7.
Kajaani
in progress
Kajaani Poetry Week
Finland's oldest and largest festival for poetry, recitation, and small-scale theatre. Performances, author meetings, and discussions for the whole family.
festival
Thu 30.7. – Sun 30.8.
Oulu
Suurin osa tapahtumis…
in 5 days (32 days)
Oulu Festival Weeks
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
Sat 1.8. – Fri 21.8.
Turku
(21 days)
Turku Music Festival
Turku Music Festival presents opera, chamber music and orchestras in historic halls and the archipelago. Performances by distinguished classical musicians.
festival
Mon 10.8. – Sun 16.8.
Karhupuiston tapahtuma-alue ja Kallion kesäkatujen tapahtumalava, Helsinki
ilmainen
(7 days)
Free Art Space pop up week
University of the Arts students present street theatre, music and public art in Karhupuisto Park and on Kallio summer streets during a week in August.
festival
Thu 13.8. – Sat 22.8.
Malmitalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
(10 days)
Malmi Summer Festival 2026 - August Programme
The Malmi Summer Festival 2026 offers a diverse August programme on Ala-Malmi Square featuring concerts, workshops and children's activities - all completely free.
festival
Thu 13.8. – Sun 16.8.
Jyväskylä
(4 days)
Little Italy Festival 2026
Italian food, wine and live music in Jyväskylä. The festival offers delicacies, aperitivo culture and family-friendly entertainment from morning to midnight.
exhibition
Fri 3.7. – Sat 15.8.
Ravintola Veturitallit, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
LoCoMoTiVe
An art exhibition at the Locomotive Workshops showcasing works by four Finnish artists. Opening on 3.7., the exhibition runs through mid-August.
exhibition
Fri 7.8. – Sun 30.8.
Forum Box, Helsinki
ilmainen
(24 days)
Maria Koskivirta: The Universe Is a Machine
Maria Koskivirta's new short film explores reality as a mechanical machine. Exhibition at Forum Box gallery 7-30 August 2026.
exhibition
Fri 7.8. – Sun 30.8.
Forum Box, Helsinki
ilmainen
(24 days)
Tianjun Li / Pavel Rotts / Yujie Zhou
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.
lecture
Sat 6.6. – Sat 29.8.
Kulttuuritalo, Helsinki
22€
in progress
Guided tour of Kulttuuritalo in English
A one-hour guided tour of Alvar Aalto's iconic Kulttuuritalo, exploring the building's modernist architecture, history, and political significance.
festival
Sat 4.7. – Sat 25.7.
Henry's Music Bar, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
PK-Live
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.
concert
Thu 25.6. – Sun 4.7.
Porvoo
in progress
Avantin Suvisoitto, Porvoo
Avantin Suvisoitto presents classical music concerts in Porvoo for all ages. The programme features soloists and conductors of world-class calibre.
musical
Wed 24.6. – Sun 30.8.
Kivinokan kesäteatteri, Helsinki
Peruslippu: 44,10€, E…
in progress
Myrskyluodon Maija
The musical drama Myrskyluodon Maija, based on Anni Blomqvist's classic, is performed at Kivinokka summer theatre in summer 2026. The lead roles are played by Heidi Kyrö, Inga Sulin and Juho Taskinen.
club
Thu 11.6. – Thu 10.12.
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Pasila Library Silent Reading Circle
A monthly silent reading circle at Pasila Library where participants read quietly together. Each person brings their own book and enjoys a peaceful reading session without discussion.
club
Fri 12.6. – Fri 30.10.
Sellon kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
in progress
Men's Café
Men's Café brings together Arabic-speaking men for coffee and conversation.
club
Fri 3.7. – Fri 18.12.
Kinaporin seniorikeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Bridge
Bridge club meets every Friday at Kinaporin senior centre. A classic card game for all skill levels.
club
Fri 24.7. – Fri 11.12.
Laajasalon palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Men's Group at Laajasalo Service Centre
A men's group meets at Laajasalo Service Centre for conversation and companionship. The event is for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
club
Wed 5.8. – Wed 26.8.
Rikhardinkadun kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(22 days)
Jouhikko Jams at Richardsgatan Library Summer Courtyard
Jouhikko jams meet on Wednesday evenings in August at the summer courtyard of Richardsgatan Library. You can play the jouhikko or other quiet instruments, try new sounds, or simply listen.
lecture
Thu 6.8. – Thu 3.9.
Tikkurilan kirjasto, Vantaa
ilmainen
(29 days)
POC Reading Circle - Peer-Supported Reading Group
A peer-supported reading circle for POC readers meeting twice at Tikkurila Library. The group explores Carmen Baltzar's debut work carmen, with discussion and reflection at the second meeting.
club
Fri 7.8. – Fri 27.11.
Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
(113 days)
Adults' Board Game Club
Weekly board game club for adults at Lippulaiva Library. No experience needed, rules are taught, and you can bring your own games. Free entry, no registration.
club
Wed 12.8. – Wed 16.12.
Puistolan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Knitting Club
Free knitting club at Puistola Library on Wednesday evenings. Suitable for both beginners and experienced craft enthusiasts.
club
Thu 13.8. – Thu 17.12.
Tikkurilan kirjasto, Vantaa
ilmainen
(127 days)
Open Jam Sessions for Amateur Musicians
Amateur musicians gather at Tikkurila Library to play pop music classics together. Feel free to bring your own instruments.
concert
Thu 11.6. – Thu 27.8.
Kustaankartanon seniorikeskus, palvelukeskuksen toiminta, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Senior Dance Fitness
Senior Dance Fitness is a solo dance class where the dance style changes with each song - from Latin rhythms to jazz and Oriental dance. Sessions are free and open to all service centre clients.
exhibition
Wed 1.7. – Sun 30.8.
Robert's Coffee Bulevardi Bubbles Corner, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Eeva Halme Art: Helsinki-themed Art Exhibition
Eeva Halme's art exhibition featuring Helsinki landmarks at Robert's Coffee Bulevardi. Eight paintings showcase the city's most iconic sights from Suomenlinna to Kaivopuisto.
exhibition
Sat 1.8. – Mon 31.8.
Rikhardinkadun kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(31 days)
Anu Kangas: Green Whistle
Anu Kangas presents five paintings exploring momentariness and lightness through green. The exhibition transforms nature's invisible vibration into visual force.
+ 155 more long-running events — see the calendar.