concert19:00Swedish heavy metal band Bullet performs at On The Rocks. The band's latest album "Keep Rolling" was released in November 2025.
concert18:00Jimi Tenor performs in the Siltanen summer concert series. From experimental rock and jazz to psychedelic soul and funk - a summer concert on the terrace.
concert19:00The Kinky Thing performs Kingston Wall's legendary live moments from 1990-1994 on a full-length club concert. Virtuosic trio playing, authentic guitar sounds and original drummer Sami Kuoppamäki's classic drum kit take the stage at Tavastia.
concert15:00Cult musician from Pieksämäki performs acoustically with guitar. The programme features music, soap bubbles, balloons, and competitions.
festival(5 days)
SAMPO is an international puppet theatre and visual theatre festival featuring performances for all ages, alongside discussions, exhibitions, and workshops.
concert16:00Gaia presents music without genre boundaries, blending the mystique of Nordic folk with Spanish and Cuban rhythms.
concert17:00Helsinki Klezmer Kapelye is Finland's only band performing traditional klezmer music. The open stage offers a chance to experience Eastern European Jewish musical heritage.
lecture(113 days)
A reading circle at Jakomäki Library where participants discuss books together. Open group that welcomes new members at any time.
lecture(113 days)
An open poetry salon where participants discuss and share their favorite poems in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
other(113 days)
Therapy dogs from the Finnish Kennel Club visit Töölö Library on Wednesdays. Come pet the dogs without booking in the library foyer.
theater17:00Theatre rehearsals at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila. Free entry.
other17:30Free partner dances for everyone at Maunula-talo's summer square. No experience or partner needed - instructors from Dance Theatre Tsuumi will guide you.
theater10:00A puppet theatre story about a wolf that fell out of a book. A beautiful performance with live music for children over 4 years old, part of the SAMPO Festival.
lecture12:30A lecture series on Verdi's most celebrated operas, open to all interested listeners regardless of prior musical knowledge.
lecture(113 days)
An English-language reading group meeting monthly at Richardsgatan Library. August's discussion focuses on Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights.
lecture(113 days)
Tapanila Library's reading circle meets monthly to discuss books. This season explores norms and adaptation through five international works.
other09:00Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
other(106 days)
Free event for children at Tuorinniemi Playground in Helsinki. More details are available on the venue's notice board and social media.
other(113 days)
Guided activities for toddlers and preschoolers featuring music, movement, circus, and crafts. Families can suggest content for upcoming meetups.
other16:00Artist Chloé Mahy-Hulkko leads monthly art workshops on Wednesdays at Vuotalo. Each autumn session creates something different - fabric collage, print graphics, drawings, stars, or Christmas ornaments. Suitable for children and adults, materials and entry are free.
other(113 days)
Open chess club at Tapulikaupungin library for players of all levels. Meets on the last Wednesday of each month from 17:00 to 19:00.
other(99 days)
Reading Dog Jymy is a patient listener who helps children practice reading aloud without anxiety. Sessions last about 15 minutes and suit children aged 6 and up.
lecture13:00An online workshop offering hands-on guidance for creating your job applicant profile on the Job Market Finland platform. Advance registration is required, and participants must be residents of Helsinki.
other19:00A contemporary circus performance exploring loss and connection through the extinction story of the kiwi bird. Acrobatics, dance, balancing, and electroacoustic music interweave on a stage where lighting, set design, and costumes create their own characters.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
other10:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
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.
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.
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(5 days)
UrbanApa returns to Stoa with a festival showcasing diverse forms of urban contemporary art - multidisciplinary performances by professional artists and cultural influencers.
festival(5 days)
The Viapori Jazz festival brings jazz music to Suomenlinna at the end of August. The festival takes place at the UNESCO World Heritage site from 25-29 August.
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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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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.
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(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.
exhibition(26 days)
Art Kaos presents "Kaos of Luxury", an exhibition exploring gold and gemstones at Maunula-talo's foyer gallery.
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.
lecturein progress
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.
musicalin progress
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
lecture(120 days)
The senior reading circle meets once a month to read today's newspapers together, discuss the news, and share thoughts. You can also attend just to listen.
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.
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.
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.
other(99 days)
Evening programme for preschool children and parents at Kalasatama Library featuring storytelling and craft activities.
other(99 days)
Free after-school activities for primary school children at Kalasatama Library featuring crafts, games, and fun.
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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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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(26 days)
Anna Kaarinen's paintings at Paloheinä Library. Acrylic and pastel works on various paper types.
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.
+ 107 more long-running events — see the calendar.