concert19:00Finnish rock band Boycott, formed in 1987, makes a comeback in summer 2026 with vocalist Tommi Läntinen. The classics Gotta Rock and My Sharona will be performed live for the first time in many years.
concert19:00Kiuas presents a special concert where the band first performs acoustically arranged music before transitioning to a fully electric set. At Tavastia in Helsinki on 21 August.
festival17:00The metal festival Unholy Summer Fest features Turmion Kätilöt, Havukruunu, Ikinä, Sarofin, Deathropy, and Decrowned across two stages in Joensuu.
festival(2 days)
Kyröfest celebrates 10 years and expands to a two-day festival on 21-22 August. Kyrö Distillery Company's grounds in Isokyrö host Finnish artists across both days.
festival(2 days)
Two-day music festival at Pyynikki in Tampere featuring many Finnish artists. The festival is in its fifth year and attracted 11,000 visitors last summer.
concert19:00Finnish hard rock band Lordi performs at Logomo. The concert starts at 19:00.
concert20:00Helsinki-based Iron Maiden tribute band Rare Maiden plays one song from each Maiden album, The Manjester Project performs Bruce Dickinson's solo work, and DJMG continues the evening with music. August 21 at On The Rocks.
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Punk ja Yäk is a two-day festival documenting the Finnish punk scene. The festival features many Finnish punk and rock bands in the courtyard of the House of Art in Turku on August 21-22.
concert17:00Two prominent Finnish musicians take the stage at Malmitalo's container venue. Aili Järvelä is an award-winning artist known for her sharp songwriting, while Antti Paalanen is an accordionist who blends traditional music with electronic elements. Admission is free.
concert18:00Finnish rock band Egotrippi performs at Sawohouse Garden Live in Kuopio during their first club tour in seven years. The band is known for their classic hits and has won several Emma awards.
concert20:00Petra Gargano performs at Katismaan sauna.
sport19:00Veikkausliga match between SJK and Lahti at OmaSp Stadion in Seinajoki.
concert18:00Singer-songwriter Matti Johannes Koivu performs at Poppari. He is known for his passionate live performances and deeply personal songwriting.
concert19:00The Chiefs, Trashcan Dance, and Void Monarch perform at Kuudes Linja. Three rock and metal bands from Helsinki, Tampere, and Lahti.
concert19:00Finnish indie pop band Vet Pillows performs at Dubrovnik. The band is known for catchy melodies and Finnish pop expression, and their summer 2026 hit quickly climbed Spotify's charts.
concert20:00The Black Bubbles and Goblin Shark perform at Semifinal. The Helsinki-based The Black Bubbles blend 70s heavy blues rock, 90s alternative rock, and modern stoner. Goblin Shark builds its music on primitive rock'n'roll and swinging guitar riffs.
festival21:00Friction Fest minifestival brings Swedish punk band Misconduct and Finnish acts Wasted and One Hidden Frame to Suisto, with live music paired alongside Runqarage's new beer releases.
concert19:00Finnish musician Ismo Alanko performs with his band El Mosquito at Riihivuori Theatre, featuring songs from across his career.
concert(2 days)
Joel Hallikainen & Herrasmiehet take the stage for a dance evening at Keurusselkä Resort in Keuruu.
concert21:00Pääesiintyjät performs at Ravintola Wiku in Uusikaupunki.
concert17:00Guitarist and songwriter Petteri Sariola performs at Espan stage. Known for his percussive acoustic guitar style, he has released five studio albums and performed worldwide.
concert18:00Singer-songwriter Eva Vikman and guitarist Teemu Rämö perform their own songs in a shared music evening. A two-part concert blending iskelmä, rock, and singer-songwriter music.
concert18:00Eva Vikman performs at Joutsa kino.
concert19:00Hector & His Powerband celebrates 60 years of career with a concert series at Billnäs Bruk. The legendary singer and composer performs his classics and new songs in the historic Great Hall.
concert21:00The Blaster Master from Oulu is one of Finland's longest-running ska bands. The group celebrates its 30th anniversary with a concert featuring the return of brass instruments and a setlist mixing new material with classics from across their career.
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Two-day extreme metal festival at Tiivistämö featuring Finnish and international death metal bands.
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Tehtaanpuiston Kesä - Puistojuhla 2026 has been cancelled. For more information, visit insolvenssi@sisulaw.fi
festival(3 days)
Le Petit Festival returns to Hanko town hall for a three-day cultural celebration. From theatre to contemporary dance and performance - the festival offers programming for all ages.
club(2 days)
A queer party for women and gender minorities at Ääniwalli in Helsinki. The event runs from evening into the night on Friday 21.8.2026.
ballet(22 days)
Tchaikovsky's world-renowned ballet Swan Lake tells of Princess Odette, transformed into a swan by a sorcerer, and Prince Siegfried's quest to break the curse. This classic of Finland's national ballet runs through August and early September.
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.
concert19:00Finlanders perform at Salamakallio in Rauma in August 2026.
concert21:00A retropop evening at Uusi Sieravuori in Honkilahti, featuring nostalgic pop hits from past decades.
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.
festival20:00Kuikan 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.
concert14:00The Finnish Air Force Big Band performs under conductor Ville Paakkunainen with soloist Antti Koivula. A traditional summer concert in Esplanadi featuring popular music classics arranged for big band.
concert21:00Lage performs at Karma in Seinäjoki.
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.
festival12:00Friday programme of the BLOCKFEST 2026 music festival in Tampere.
club(113 days)
Vesala youth centre opens its doors to rainbow youth and their allies. Welcome to 12-17-year-olds who are rainbow people or thinking about rainbow issues.
club(2 days)
Summer club night at Fredrik & Doris in Turku on Friday 21.8. from 22:00 to 04:00. Summer Vibes, Tropical Anthems, Dance Hits and Pop Classics. K20, advance ticket 5 €.
other(99 days)
Free after-school activities for primary school children at Kalasatama Library featuring crafts, games, and fun.
other(2 days)
Young master chef Daniel Romi presents his pop-up menu at Haltia Lake Lodge, where Japanese aesthetics meet Nordic seasonal ingredients.
theater18:00Shaghayegh 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.
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.
lecture09:30Free online training on volunteer work via Teams. Covers basics, practical matters, communication skills, and support roles for children and young people.
lecture14:00Open reading circle for adults at Martinlaakso Library. In August, Christy Leftier's "The Beekeeper of Aleppo" will be discussed. Free entry, no registration required.
other(120 days)
A singing hour for families at Torpparinmäki playground where everyone sings together, recites nursery rhymes, and plays music. Before and after there is time to play and meet other children.
other(113 days)
A biweekly Friday morning coffee gathering for conversation and community. Coffee and tea provided.
other(120 days)
Light exercise class for caregivers on Fridays at Kannelmäki service centre. Muscle-strengthening exercises performed standing and sitting, with chair support available.
other(120 days)
Game Friday for school children at Kallion Library featuring Nintendo Switch games with library staff. Free entry, no advance registration needed.
other17:00A workshop where participants learn to write Japanese haiku poems on forest themes, guided by musician and theatre instructor Katja Luhtala.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
lecture16:30A vibroacoustic relaxation method using singing bowls to create deep relaxation through vibration and sound. A 40-minute session lying under a blanket.
lecture17:00A guided walk tracing Kronstad's ghosts with stories about the city's most famous mysteries and Art Nouveau architecture.
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.
other09:00Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
other09:30The Pilke group meets at Kinapori Senior Centre for conversation, peer support and shared activities. Breakfast is included.
other14:15A fun trivia quiz night at Stadin Community Centre Alppila. Come and test your knowledge!
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.
lecture(274 days)
Kristiina Leppänen leads a course where 15-18-year-olds design and create their own masks from recycled materials while exploring the significance of masks in art and culture.
other(267 days)
English-language art course for 5-7-year-olds at Seed Art Studio, where children draw, paint, and create animal-themed works using various materials and techniques.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
festival(3 days)
Lavatanssifestarit is a three-day dance festival featuring Finnish artists and karaoke in Himos Park, Jämsä.
festival(3 days)
A three-day reunion of the 2019 Observatorio festival featuring original artists at Lepakkomies in Helsinki.
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.
+ 209 more long-running events — see the calendar.