concert18:30Wolfmother
Australian rock band Wolfmother performs at Allas in Helsinki.
concert18:30Australian rock band Wolfmother performs at Allas in Helsinki.
concert19:00The 2026 Helsinki Festival opens with Rufus Wainwright's Dream Requiem, performed by the Helsinki City Orchestra at the Music House.
concert18:00Geordie Greep, frontman of black midi, performs with his debut solo album "The New Sound" at G Livelab Tampere. The album blends alternative pop, jazz, and theatricality, recorded with over thirty musicians in Brazil and beyond.
concertAmerican singer-songwriter Emily Scott Robinson performs at Kulttuuritehdas Korjaamo in Helsinki.
concert18:00Jonna Karanka performs as Kuupuu with experimental electronic music blending strange frequencies, loops, and electroacoustic textures.
concert16:00Finnish folk-rock band Mandys Nyckel presents their original music on the Espan stage. The band is known for their progressive sound that combines influences from Joni Mitchell and Fleetwood Mac.
concert17:00Finnish singer-songwriter Milou showcases new music on Espa's stage. Melancholic pop with French and Finnish elements.
concert18:00Sibelius Song Competition winner Annastiina Tahkola and pianist Tuula Hällström perform Finnish national romantic music at Kuokkala Church.
musical(136 days)
A musical where Julia takes control of her own life after Romeo. Written by Emmy-winning screenwriter David West Read and composed by Max Martin, filled with 1990s and 2000s hits.
festival(19 days)
The Nordic region's largest multidisciplinary festival brings together music, theatre, dance and visual art. Helsinki Festival is an annual cultural event that attracts audiences from around the world.
theater18:00Marja Rautakorpi and the young flamenco group Adelante present an experimental dance work exploring humanity and community. Criaturas, the result of a year-long collaboration, examines why we separate individuals when we need each other.
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.
festival10:00Senioripaku Välkky is a free sports and culture event for seniors. The programme features exercise, group singing, and guidance.
festival16:00Malmitalo Konttilavalla hosts a summer event featuring a dance workshop from theatre Tsuumi and performances by bands Salaliitto and Lyyti. Free admission.
exhibition(356 days)
This exhibition presents Elga Sesemann's (1922-2007) extensive artistic output and her significant role in modern Finnish art. Ateneum Art Museum, 18.8.2026-8.8.2027.
concert13:15The Anka Orchestra performs at Riistavuoren senior centre. Free concert for everyone.
concert15:00Johanna & Auringonlasku Orkesteri performs Finnish alternative pop with distinctive arrangements, where beautiful melodies meet humor and emotion.
concert17:30An interactive music performance for children aged 5-12 that brings together art, natural science, and environmental education. Featuring Veera Railio and Milla Viljamaa.
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.
concert10:00Summer music classes led by Tuuli Paasolainen combine singing, play, and movement for young children. Participants sing, move, and chant together with the music educator.
lecture(120 days)
A meditation session exploring body-mind awareness and deepening concentration under the guidance of musician Kalle Ylitalo, who brings ten years of Buddhist meditation practice experience.
theater(117 days)
Robert Jägerhorn's close-up magic session where illusions unfold right before your eyes. An intimate performance for just 12 spectators, blending storytelling, humor, and magic.
club13:00Tuesday dances at Savion Stage in Lievestuore featuring performers such as Minna Äikäs, Merja Juutinen, and Helena Lerkkanen. Admission 15 €.
other(99 days)
Board game and PlayStation 5 day for grades 3-6. Every Tuesday, children learn a new game and play together.
other(99 days)
Open evening story time at Jätkäsaari Library where Finnish stories are read for children and their families.
theater17:00Shaghayegh Ansari leads audiences on a guided audio walk through Helsinki's streets to explore ecological loss and migration. The performance projects stories from endangered cities and questions where crises truly belong.
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.
exhibition10:00Visit Muurame Church, designed by Alvar Aalto and completed in 1929. The architecture reflects Italian influences and Nordic classicism.
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.
exhibition11:00The 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.
exhibition12:00Metsägalleria 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.
other13:00Jakomäki Service Centre opens its doors for a day of exploration with coffee, live music, and information for seniors.
lecture13:00Free online training on business planning and calculations. Learn what a good plan includes and how to create financial projections.
lecture13:15Free job search workshop where you'll learn practical search channels, job alerts, and how to use the Labour Market Portal. Perfect if you need guidance or want to make your job search more efficient.
lecture18:00Author Teppo Hovi presents his debut novel "Angels Who Disappeared", a crime novel launching the Kasper Wik series. Event at Sello Library.
lecture(113 days)
SPR's language café meets on Tuesdays at Entressen Library for informal Finnish practice. The group welcomes anyone looking to improve their Finnish language skills in a relaxed setting.
lecture18:00Poet Kristian Helanen presents his new poetry collection Erosinko molemmista, exploring the end of a relationship and the journey of rediscovering oneself.
other10:00Ranua Resort Wildlife Park is one of Finland's northernmost zoos, home to Arctic and native Finnish animals in a natural Lapland setting.
other(120 days)
Morning activity for toddlers and their families at Torpparinmäki playground featuring movement, play and the chance to meet other families.
other(113 days)
Suutarila Library provides free homework help and a snack for primary school students on Tuesdays.
other(113 days)
Kukkuluuruu is a song and nursery rhyme session for babies aged 6-12 months. Together the babies sing, recite rhymes, play and move for about 20-30 minutes.
other(120 days)
An open meeting place for children and young people where you can do homework, read, draw and play board games together. Healthy snacks are served.
other(120 days)
A creative writing circle for young people where participants can experiment with word art, write, and draw together.
other(127 days)
Youth Tuesdays at Kannelmäki Library is a free programme for 14-20 year-olds featuring workshops, films, games and job-seeking support - no registration required.
other(99 days)
Storytelling and craft activities for pre-school children and parents at Kallion Library's children's section. Free admission, no registration needed.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
lecture18:00A guided walking tour through Jyväskylä exploring the city's history, Alvar Aalto's architectural legacy, and modern university culture. The tour concludes at the harbour on Lake Jyväsjärvi.
lecture13:00A gentle yoga class led by Dada at Alpila Community House. Suitable for all levels.
lecture11:00English conversation club at Stadin Community Centre Pihlajamäki on Tuesdays and Thursdays from August to December. A volunteer leads the discussions, and no advance registration is needed.
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.
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.
other09:15Jussi Ollila leads a forest story session in Uutela Forest where tales are created together with the children. Suitable for children from 3 years old and offers a unique experience each time.
lecture(113 days)
A natural dye-making course for children aged 7-11, exploring local plants and creating colours and natural materials through painting, printing, and construction. Taught in English in a small group with individual guidance.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festivalin progress
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.
lecturein progress
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.
lecturein progress
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.
concertin progress
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.
concertin progress
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.
exhibitionin progress
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.
+ 172 more long-running events — see the calendar.