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.
concert19:00British musician Geordie Greep performs at Tavastia-klubi. Tickets from 33.90 euros.
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.
concert17:00A community singing session open to all, featuring a rotating lineup of conductors and themes.
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.
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.
other09:00Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
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.
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(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(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.
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.
other12:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
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.
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.
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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.
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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The LEGO® Jurassic World exhibition is built from over 6 million bricks. Visitors walk through the Jurassic World gates, explore the laboratory, and encounter dinosaurs in LEGO form. The exhibition offers building activities and design challenges.
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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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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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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(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(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(26 days)
Art Kaos presents "Kaos of Luxury", an exhibition exploring gold and gemstones at Maunula-talo's foyer gallery.
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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.
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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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.
club(169 days)
Bridge club meets every Friday at Kinaporin senior centre. A classic card game for all skill levels.
club(141 days)
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.
club(127 days)
Free knitting club at Puistola Library on Wednesday evenings. Suitable for both beginners and experienced craft enthusiasts.
club(120 days)
Karaoke for singers of all levels, from beginners to experienced. No singing talent required, and you can also 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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Exhibition of acrylic and oil paintings by Aila and Eila at Kampin service centre during the summer months.
exhibition(26 days)
The exhibition explores traces of the past in the present through Aristophanes' play "Clouds" and internet discussions. Lea Hakala's work merges ancient comedy and digital culture in a reflection on how texts are preserved and archived.
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 contemporary circus performance by a young artist at Kulttuurilabra. Tiia Flinckman's diorama World of the dreamer is on display at the same time.
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Generation 2026 is an exhibition of young artists where 50 creators present their works on contemporary themes. The exhibition runs at Amos Rex from May to September.
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This exhibition encourages children and young people to experiment creatively with natural and recycled materials. The furniture and details were created by art students from Espoo and Forssa.
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Finland's first William Morris exhibition showcases the design pioneer's wallpapers, fabrics, and sketches from the Arts and Crafts movement.
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An environmental art exhibition in the park at Meilahti Manor that combines contemporary art with a historic maritime setting throughout the summer.
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Gabriella Presnal explores weaving from a queer-spatial perspective in Trajectories. Broken electrical cords and basket-weaving techniques transform a two-dimensional landscape into three-dimensional sculptures.
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Stogis' first summer exhibition investigates perception, presence, and landscape. Opening Friday 5.6. from 5-8 p.m., the exhibition runs through the summer.
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The Architecture and Design Museum presents the Aalto legacy through a wellbeing lens, featuring drawings, furniture, artworks and rarely seen items from the museum's collections.
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Amos Rex's summer installation transforms Lasipalatsi Square into an interactive dance floor with sculptural plant figures and free movement for all visitors.
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A multidisciplinary exhibition exploring nature's cycles and humanity's relationship with the environment. Opening on Helsinki Day, Friday 12.6. from 17:00 to 19:00 in Stoa's lower gallery.
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Kanneltalo celebrates Kannelmäki's diversity through an outdoor photo exhibition featuring black-and-white portraits and stories of people for whom the neighbourhood is significant.
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Young artists showcase their work at Kulturlabra, featuring Tiia Flinckman's diorama installation about dreams and Sisu Rapu's circus performance in the evening.
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Anne Roininen's installation in the Vuotalo courtyard explores global commodity production and local identity. Built from tiles depicting seawaves, the work is part of a larger Made in series.
exhibition(24 days)
Rita Vargas presents the Holding Ground exhibition, where graphics, photography, and installations explore the relationships between living beings and their environments. The exhibition examines identity, observation, and the sense of belonging.
exhibition(26 days)
Anna Kaarinen's paintings at Paloheinä Library. Acrylic and pastel works on various paper types.
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Epic Scape's location-based game guides you through the Old Church Park with five riddles. Follow Mrs. Granstedt and a mysterious being to uncover the park's hidden secrets.
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Ryhmäteatteri presents a historical drama spanning Finland's early 20th century - from the general strike through the civil war to the 1930s - at Suomenlinna Summer Theatre.
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An exhibition tracing Suomenlinna Church's history from the 1700s to today, featuring photographs, documents, and interactive QR codes for both adults and children.
exhibition(23 days)
Jussi Rinta-Hoiska presents photographic and video works following a young girl's journey from darkness to light and self-confidence.
other(134 days)
Self-organised painting group for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card. Meets at Kinaportis Senior Centre with your own acrylic paints and materials.
other(127 days)
Free knitting workshop where you can learn to knit wool socks or work on your own project alongside others.
+ 67 more long-running events — see the calendar.