concertAmerican metal band High on Fire plays at Ääniwalli on August 17, 2026, supporting their latest album Cometh the Storm. The Grammy-winning group is known for their powerful and energetic metal sound.
sport18:00Veikkausliga match between Gnistan and Ilves at Mustapekka Areena.
concert18:00Irish-American musicians Denis Liddy and Elvie Miller perform with their family, presenting traditional Irish music, song and dance featuring violin, harp, piano and accordion.
concert19:00British musician Geordie Greep performs at Tavastia-klubi. Tickets from 33.90 euros.
concert13:15UMO Helsinki Ensemble performs Jimmy Giuffre 3's classic jazz, blending American jazz, blues, and folk music. The concert is for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
musical18:00Terrence McNally's musical Anastasia tells the legend of the lost Russian Grand Duchess. Three adventurers attempt to find her grandmother in Paris to claim a large reward. Laajavuori Summer Theatre in July-August 2026.
theater18:00Yoga teacher and poet Jenni Palm performs a poetic narrative from her work "Kinless" with soundscape accompaniment.
concert17:00A community singing session open to all, featuring a rotating lineup of conductors and themes.
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.
other(99 days)
A gathering place for babies and families at Kalasatama Library on Mondays. The programme features a nursery rhyme session and time to socialise with other families.
exhibition(27 days)
The gallery on the second floor of Annantalo showcases a collection of videos, animations, and short films created by primary school students in grades 3-6.
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.
other17:00A short weekly service with communion at Luther Church in Jyväskylä.
exhibition10:00Visit Muurame Church, designed by Alvar Aalto and completed in 1929. The architecture reflects Italian influences and Nordic classicism.
exhibition12:00Metsägalleria Tapio showcases Finnish and international artists in a curated exhibition exploring nature and celestial mysticism. The event welcomes families and offers free admission.
lecture(47 days)
Digitalkkari offers free help with computers, phones, and other devices at Myyrmäki Library. The service is available several times a week from August through November.
lecture(120 days)
A wellbeing path addressing mental health, housing, sleep, recovery, legal planning, nutrition, physical activity and nature.
lecture(120 days)
Open Swedish-language discussion group for beginners and advanced speakers. Practice speaking Swedish in a relaxed atmosphere without advance registration.
lecture(113 days)
Entressen's Swedish-language reading group meets monthly over afternoon coffee to discuss books.
lecture(19 days)
The presentation of the detailed plan amendment for the Senior Quarter in Vuosaari and a scale model are on display at Vuotalo from mid-August to early September. An open discussion meeting is held on 26.8 from 15.30 to 18.00.
lecture17:00Guided walk through the historic Seminaarinmäki at the University of Jyväskylä, featuring architecture by Kiseleff, Aalto, and Sipinen. Led by campus guide Mikko Jäkälä.
other(36 days)
This workshop combines visual and word art for pupils in grades 3-6. Pupils explore illustrations by Pasi Pitkänen, write their own stories, and draw snake characters.
other09:00Registration opens 17.8 for Ilo liikkua gym groups for toddlers and parents. Classes focus on movement, motor development, and parent-child interaction.
other(120 days)
Family Café is a gathering place for families with children where parents and kids can meet in a relaxed setting.
other(113 days)
Self-directed creative workshop for crafts and painting at the community centre. Meets on even-numbered weeks without an instructor - participants learn from each other and share their skills.
other(120 days)
Minikukkuluuruu is a song and nursery rhyme session for tiny babies featuring singing, rhymes, and gentle movement together. Families can stay at Baby Meetups before and after.
other(71 days)
Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition for beginners. Character creation 2-3 PM, gaming session starts at 3 PM. All game materials provided on-site, no prior experience required.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
lecture10:15A hands-on workshop where you practise writing a job application based on a real vacancy you bring along. Advance registration is required, and participants must be Helsinki residents with sufficient language and basic computer skills.
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.
other12:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other09:00Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
other12:00Open sewing workshop at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila with sewing machines and sergers. Volunteer instructors are available on Mondays and Thursdays to help you learn the equipment.
other(120 days)
Open art workshop where you can experiment with different artistic techniques and materials under guidance. Suitable for everyone, including continuing your own projects.
other(120 days)
Obstacle course for small children on Mondays at Torpparinmäki playground. Movement, play, and a chance to make new friends.
other13:00Baby Meetups is a gathering place for families with infants at Perhetalo Kajuutta. Meetings are held four days a week with varied activities, guidance, and motor skill exercises.
other(120 days)
A fun workshop where you can test your brain with various puzzles and challenges.
other18:00Gentle sauna yoga for everyone with no prior experience needed. The session includes soft seated movements, stretches, and relaxation in a 50-degree sauna. The price covers beverages and a small group (max 12 people).
other(281 days)
Multisensory art workshop for families with infants where child and adult explore colors, light, and materials together, creating their own artwork with safe food-based paints.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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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.
theater(124 days)
Esa Leskinen's historical drama about Finland's struggle to preserve democracy during the Cold War. Urho Kekkonen is the central character, portrayed by Janne Reinikainen and Vesa Vierikko at different ages.
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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.
theater(87 days)
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(32 days)
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.
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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.
ballet(12 days)
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.
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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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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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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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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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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.
festivalin 5 days (32 days)
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(10 days)
The Malmi Summer Festival 2026 offers a diverse August programme on Ala-Malmi Square featuring concerts, workshops and children's activities - all completely free.
exhibition(16 days)
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(127 days)
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(6 days)
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.
exhibition(24 days)
Maria Koskivirta's new short film explores reality as a mechanical machine. Exhibition at Forum Box gallery 7-30 August 2026.
exhibition(24 days)
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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Avantin Suvisoitto presents classical music concerts in Porvoo for all ages. The programme features soloists and conductors of world-class calibre.
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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.
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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.
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Men's Café brings together Arabic-speaking men for coffee and conversation.
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Bridge club meets every Friday at Kinaporin senior centre. A classic card game for all skill levels.
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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(22 days)
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(29 days)
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(113 days)
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(127 days)
Free knitting club at Puistola Library on Wednesday evenings. Suitable for both beginners and experienced craft enthusiasts.
club(127 days)
Amateur musicians gather at Tikkurila Library to play pop music classics together. Feel free to bring your own instruments.
club(120 days)
Karaoke for singers of all levels, from beginners to experienced. No singing talent required, and you can also just listen.
club(288 days)
Free karaoke evening at Stadi Community Centre Alppila. Open to everyone - no experience needed. You can sing or just listen.
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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.
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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(31 days)
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.