concert19:00Three Finnish artists - Julia Rautamaa, Sofia Voltti, and Tummapilvi - perform during Helsinki's Night of the Arts. From an established songwriter to emerging pop talents on the same stage.
festival(4 days)
Åland Sea Jazz 2026 brings four jazz trios to Mariehamn over two August evenings. A festival for jazz lovers featuring both Finnish and Swedish artists.
concert19:00Kazakhstani singer Aizhan Sultan and Finnish live electronics musician Saku Liimatainen perform together at the Night of the Arts, blending traditional Kazakhstani and contemporary Finnish music.
concert21:00Tuomari Nurmio & Luupäät perform on Espa stage during Arts Night. Nurmio is one of the most significant figures in Finnish rock music.
festival16:00Two Finnish rock bands - Juhlat and Lala Salama - perform at this free night of the arts featuring workshops and group singing.
concert20:00Saeid and Naghib Shanbehzadeh perform a concert blending traditional Iranian music from the Bushehr region with modern sounds. The father plays ney-anban while his son Naghib plays percussion.
concert20:30Peruvian Anal Vomit and Czech R.I.O.T. take the stage in Helsinki as part of the Worm up tour. Hoc Est Bellum opens the evening.
festival16:00Arts Night at Vuotalo features an exhibition opening with illustrator Pasi Pitkänen and dancing with Dance Theatre Tsuumi. Two programmes in one evening - both free.
festival17:00Kanneltalo becomes a forest world filled with movement, poetry, shared singing and art. A free family event exploring the forest's future and summer memories.
festival17:30During Arts Night, you'll create a clay artwork together under the guidance of visual artist Susu Rytteri. The event suits all ages and is part of the larger "In the Forest's Protection" exhibition.
festival13:00Tölö Library's 10-year renovation anniversary is celebrated with a varied programme: Sara Kaski's performance, a literary walk about Mika Waltari, a Mimmit band concert, and exhibitions.
concert17:00A bilingual Mimmit concert featuring four singers performing popular songs in Finnish and Swedish. Children and adults can sing, dance, and play together.
festival13:15A nature celebration for pensioners and unemployed people at Kontula service centre, held mainly outdoors on the Grill Patio.
theater17:00Clown artist Taina Mäki-Iso presents an interactive performance where the fortune wheel reveals life's ups and downs. For ages 12+ and adults.
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.
festival(18 days)
The Nordic region's largest multi-genre festival offers a programme ranging from classical music to pop and from visual art to contemporary dance.
festival(6 days)
A community litter-collection event in Alppila featuring pastries, lemonade, and waste-sorting tips.
festival14:00Free cultural program at Maunula House featuring group singing, a poetry workshop, an open poetry stage, and a concert by Ogeli Big Band.
festival(3 days)
Lavatanssifestarit is a three-day dance festival featuring Finnish artists and karaoke in Himos Park, Jämsä.
festival16:00Middle East Jam Festival takes over Stoa's square during the Night of the Arts with music, dance, performance, and film, plus free workshops and a puppet theatre show.
festival16:00A welcome event for newcomers to Helsinki featuring local services, activities, and leisure opportunities. The programme offers practical information and community engagement for all ages.
festival17:00The Night of the Arts screens documentaries about Helsinki's suburbs, featuring clips, a filmmaker's presentation, and classic 35 mm projection on the Falkman courtyard.
festival18:00Planet Suvilahti presents a varied cultural programme during the Night of the Arts in Suvilahti with free admission.
festival(3 days)
A three-day reunion of the 2019 Observatorio festival featuring original artists at Lepakkomies in Helsinki.
festival21:00Lounaispuiston LeffaPiknik is a free outdoor film and music evening. DJ Korvakalevi opens the night, followed by a film screening. The event also features a workshop from Kehä Vihreä.
theater09:30Auraco presents "Syli", a dance and mime theatre work for infants and adults. A wordless 30-minute performance combining dance and music around the theme of a child and adult's shared embrace.
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.
concert18:00Stepa, known as the voice of northern Finnish rap, performs at the Siltanen Summer Concerts series on the terrace. The event is accessible to all.
concert19:00Masi Luoma celebrates his 70-year musical journey with original and cover songs, joined by Groove Machine, The Wowels, and special guests.
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.
theater17:00A puppet theatre performance about Mur the bear's adventures, where puppetry and music create a magical world for children.
club(120 days)
The board game club at Martinlaakso Library meets every Thursday evening. Teens and adults interested in board games are welcome.
lecture17:30Sanna Pelliccionis picture book The Door of Sleep is read aloud at Roihuvuoren Library. The event is suitable for children, families, and anyone seeking a peaceful moment.
lecture18:00The Workers' Institute opens its autumn semester during Arts Night with a community singing session featuring summer melodies. Led by music educator Satu Luomajoki.
other19:00The Virvat group performs a Kalevala-based story about Lemminkäinen and Kylliki at the Night of the Arts. An experienced five-member recitation ensemble blending traditional folk poetry with modern texts.
other(99 days)
Evening programme for preschool children and parents at Kalasatama Library featuring storytelling and craft activities.
exhibition(38 days)
Illustration exhibition by Pasi Pitkänen featuring artwork from popular children's book series. The programme includes workshops and a family day with the illustrator present.
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.
theater16:00An interactive stage work for children where the audience explores an underwater world through dance, drawing and music. Suitable for ages 3-9, free admission.
theater17:00A puppet theatre performance about plants and growth by Teatteri Qo. Suitable for children aged 4 and up.
exhibition10:00Entrance ticket to Tytyri Elämyskaivos mine with free access to exhibitions and the family-friendly Peikkoluola area approximately 100 metres underground.
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.
exhibition12:00The 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.
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.
other12:00Guidance centre for young people 15-29 at Itäkeskus library offering employment advice, financial counselling, and youth support. Free and no appointment required.
other17:00Viik Library hosts a reading retreat in Viik Manor's garden where you can read in a hammock or on picnic furniture on an August evening.
lecture(120 days)
Simple News Café is an open gathering where participants listen to simple news, read and discuss it together. A way to learn English and understand Finnish culture and history.
lecture12:00Petri Komulainen presents photographs and stories from South Korea with Korean snacks at an expert brunch.
lecture13:15A hands-on workshop guiding you through creating your job applicant profile on the Job Market Finland platform. Advance registration is required, and participants must be Helsinki residents.
lecture14:00Summer songs are sung together in Maunula House's music classroom under the guidance of music educator Satu Luomajoki.
lecture(113 days)
A monthly reading circle at Entressen Library where participants discuss various books together.
lecture16:00The Workers' Institute opens its autumn semester during Arts Night with a community singing event featuring summer melodies, led by music educator Satu Luomajoki.
lecture17:00Author Paulin Alex presents Colombia's coffee mountains and Nasa culture through sensory experiences, photographs, and conversation. Suitable for the whole family.
lecture(120 days)
Open English story time at Lippulaiva Library in Espoo. Once a month on Thursdays from 5 to 5:30 pm, free entry for everyone.
lecture18:00Author and philosophy practitioner Severi Hämäri presents his new book on ancient philosophers' insights into life's essential questions.
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)
Songs, nursery rhymes and movement for young children with their parents. No advance registration needed.
other(120 days)
Crafts is an open art and craft activity for all families with children at Iso-Antti Playground. Parents and children participate together in varied projects and get to know other families.
other(120 days)
Meet the reading dogs Nekku and Pätkis at Entressen Library's children's section on Thursdays. Read aloud to the dogs or simply pet them - everyone is welcome.
other14:45Two open embroidery workshops for young people and adults in Vuotalo's craft classroom. Participants create miniature designs at their own pace, with all materials provided on site.
other16:30Dance workshops for children in grades 3-6 at Vuotalo and in the Vuosaari forests. Led by dance artists Jenni Koistinen and Virva Talonen, participants learn different dance techniques, create their own performances, and can bring their own music and dance ideas.
other(113 days)
Self-run crafts club where each member brings their own materials. Meets on Thursdays at Lippulaiva Library.
other(113 days)
Open story time for preschool children and their parents at Lippulaiva Library.
other18:00An ecological visual art workshop where you learn drawing and painting techniques using natural materials under the guidance of artist Satu Kalliokuusi.
other(120 days)
Novellikoukku is a regular knitting gathering where you can work on your own project, contribute to charity, or listen to short stories read aloud. Entry is free and tea is served.
other18:00Dance and nature workshops for young people and adults on Thursdays at Vuotalo. Dance artists Jenni Koistinen and Virva Talonen lead exploration of movement and nature together. Free participation.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
lecture18:00Guided cultural walking tours through Lohja exploring the city's history and heritage during summer 2026.
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.
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.
other10:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other17:30Gentle yoga and sound bowl relaxation followed by dinner at a farm in Muurame.
other12:30Open 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.
other13:00A traditional bingo night at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila with a volunteer host and prizes for winners.
other(120 days)
Baby meetups for children under 1 year and their parents at Torpparinmäki playground on Thursdays. Socializing, conversation, and play at your own pace.
other11:00A color bath for infants 4-11 months old where colors and materials are explored through multiple senses. Participation is free and adapted to your baby's own pace.
other17:30The Helsinki Nature Conservation Society and the City of Helsinki organize a work day to remove invasive plants at Longino. Light refreshments are provided for participants.
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.
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.
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Agni Kuokkanen presents an exhibition about hidden feelings and experiences through charcoal drawings, ceramics, and sculptural jewelry.
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(5 days)
Runokuu is an international literature festival uniting traditional and experimental literature. The festival gathers performers and audiences to inspire one another across boundaries.
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.
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.
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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.
+ 195 more long-running events — see the calendar.