festival13:00Finnish power metal band Sonata Arctica takes the stage at the Vauhti Kiihtyy! festival in Jyväskylä.
festival17:45Finnish rock band Poets of the Fall takes the stage at Vauhti Kiihtyy! Festival in Jyväskylä.
concert20:00On The Rocks celebrates 25 years with a festive week. Ukrainian Monokate presents indie pop, Suzi Sabotage opens with dark coldwave and synth punk.
concert19:00Raw rock band Haaveet releases their debut album and celebrates at Kuudes Linja. The evening opens with Lasten Hautausmaa Duo performing acoustic music.
concert17:00Speed Metal Party brings Spanish band Angelus Apatrida and other metal acts to Tampere. The event also features the long-awaited returns of Prestige, Dethrone, and Catalepsy, plus Belgian band Objector.
concert19:00Vesala performs at Pyhtää Cultural Centre's outdoor venue starting at 19:00. The main artist takes the stage at 21:30 after the warm-up act.
concert19:00Black Devils performs Hurriganes classics and new material in Tampere. Founder Ile Kallio and 1980s guitarist Janne Louhivuori take the stage.
concert20:00Marko Annala from Mokoma presents his alter ego Alter Annala at Tavastia. Supporting act Nenerchy blends punk, rap, and drum and bass.
cinema19:00Open-air screening of Dune: Part Two at Malja Helsinki. The film is shown on a large screen on a terrace by the sea.
concert19:00Finnish rock legend Ismo Alanko performs in Kuopio. Known from Hassisen Kone, Sielun Veljiet, and as a solo artist - nearly 700,000 records sold and numerous Emma Awards.
festival16:00An evening of 2000s and 2010s music at Tiivistämö Backyard. Dance performances, salsa basics, and DJ sets across different rooms throughout the night.
festival11:00Vuosaaren Satamapäivä celebrates its 10th anniversary. The event offers opportunities to explore the harbour, visit ships, and try out various vehicles. Music, food, and activities for the whole family.
cinema16:00Steven Spielberg's new film Disclosure Day stars Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, and Colin Firth. The screenplay is by David Koepp, known for his previous work with Spielberg.
festival19:00Full Moon Dances at Naapurinvaaran Huvikeskus in Vuokatti featuring Arja Koriseva & Fortuna and Reinon Retkue, plus karaoke. Tickets at the door, cloakroom 2-3 euros.
festival12:00Finnish symphonic rock band Sonata Arctica takes the stage at the Vauhti Kiintyy! festival in Tampere.
concert16:00Mary Lou Williams' classic Zodiac Suite finds new life through Aki Rissanen and Selma Savolainen's interpretation. A tribute to jazz history's most significant female musician.
concert19:00Pääesiintyjät perform rillumarei and rockabilly on a cruise across Lake Päijänne from Jyväskylä. Two 45-minute sets with the option of dinner on board.
concert20:00Johanna Försti performs Dolly Parton's classics with her own distinctive style at the closing concert of Viapori Jazz. Finland's vocal queen and her ensemble offer a fresh interpretation of the legendary singer-songwriter's masterpieces.
concert21:00Three metal bands in one night in Hämeenlinna: Silver Bullet with symphonic heavy metal, Neverfade representing the new Finnish heavy metal wave, and Crow's Flight with melodic metal. The show starts at 21:00 at Suisto club.
festival18:00Nuclear Summer festival at Ääniwalli on 29.8 featuring SUR-R, URTEINI-PÄÄ, ECHO IS YOUR LOVE, 1980AD, PLASTIC TONES, KANSAKUNNAN YLPEYS, AKDK, AIRUET, RB UNITED and kutonen.
concert19:00Helsinki-based glam-gothic rock band The 69 Eyes perform at Ohelanaukee in Jyväskylä. Local cover band Rockradio opens the night with Finnish rock classics and rarities.
festival19:00Finnish rock band Klamydia takes the stage at the Vauhti Kiintyy 2026 festival in Tampere in late August.
festival19:00Finnish rock band Popeda takes the stage at Waltikan Venetsialaiset festival in Tampere.
club(2 days)
Traditional student party at Kerubi welcoming both first-year and senior students, with tickets at 5 euros.
club23:00Depeche Mode tribute club with DJ Avalon from Club Anvil. Part of On The Rocks' 25-year anniversary celebration.
festivalManeesiRock 2026 is a music festival for the third year running in Keitele. Headliner Noora Louhimo performs blues, country, and soul with covers from Janis Joplin and Aretha Franklin, alongside bands Kaikkeus and Caput.
concert11:00Finnish folk metal band Ensiferum performs at WallHill Metal Festival in Seinäjoki.
concert(2 days)
Joel Hallikainen & Herrasmiehet take the stage for a dance evening at Keurusselkä Resort in Keuruu.
club(2 days)
Uptown Saturday returns with a Dancehall x Soca x Afro special night celebrating Trinidad and Tobago's Independence Day. DJ Chargie, DJ Kush, and resident DJs Goodblood and Hermanni take the decks.
opera(2 days)
Improa! is an opera improvisation group where professional singers and pianists create classical scenes based on audience ideas. Each performance is unique and never repeated.
concert16:00Dan and Claudia Zanes perform music by the river in Lahti. The concert starts at 4 p.m.
festival21:00Summer evening at Kivijärvi harbour featuring Jukka Poika, a DJ, and a Flyboard LED show. Two zones: an all-ages area and a K-18 area.
concert18:00Finnish singer-songwriter Antti Autio performs a solo concert at Auditorio Miilu. His music is characterized by strong lyrical poetry and flowing guitar work.
concert21:00Annika Nord and Keltaiset sankarit take the stage at Cafe AXO in Turku for an evening of music and energy.
concert(2 days)
Tupe. and Mikael Laurent perform at Fuusio. Rap, pop and drum and bass meet in modern pop sound. K18.
festival14:00Finland Nature Day featuring a literary walk, insect exploration and jouhikko concert in the forest. Pekko Käppi, Riikka Kaihovaara and Sanja Hakala lead a programme for all ages.
festival14:00Stoa hosts Finland Nature Day at Hallainvuori with guided walks, insect research, and a forest concert featuring kantele artist Pekko Käppi. Free admission.
concert19:00Lauri Haav takes the stage at Allas in Helsinki on 29 August.
sport16:00Women's Superpesis match between Mailattaret and Laitilan Jyske at Hietalahden Pesäpallostadion.
sport16:00Women's Superpesis pesaball match between Joensuu Maila and Tampere Manse PP at Ilosaarirock Stadium.
festival16:00Cecil Opia takes the stage at Keski-Uusimaa Pride festival in Lahti.
festival17:00Four youth bands with metal and rock sounds perform at this youth-produced band event in Vuosaari. Free entry for all fans of heavier rock music.
concert15:00Valley Below is an acoustic folk duo returning with fresh material. The courtyard stage at Villa Rana will host an original and energetic folk'n'roll set.
concert16:00Eva Vikman and guitarist Teemu Rämö perform a 90-minute concert blending songs, soundscapes, and conversations about wellbeing, ending with a shared sound bowl relaxation.
concert19:00Werner Bros. and the Alakukkula duo perform skiffle and light music at Vanhan pappilan. From 1930s classics to modern hits, with Street Food Bun rolls.
festival11:00Art Saturday at Annantalo where families can join open workshops with Canadian Puzzle Theatre to create wooden figures. Instruction in English and French, but following examples is possible without language skills.
concert15:00Rony Rex takes the stage at Kaivopuisto in Helsinki on 29 August at 15:00.
concert19:00Weranta takes the stage at Ilveskasino club in Kuopio.
concert20:00The Larry Sandman Trio Experience performs blues rock, rock'n'roll and hard rock led by guitarist Larry Sandman. The band improvises each show into something unique, with Jukka Jylli on bass and Jarkko Lepistö on drums.
festival(2 days)
Hobbyists and professionals in knitting, crochet and spinning gather for sales, lectures and demonstrations at Peurunka Arena.
festival14:00Latin Fest brings Latin American music, dance and food to Helsinki. Peruvian cumbia, Mexican son jarocho, salsa and flamenco meet Brazilian samba in carnival style.
festival17:00Venetians is a free event at Hotel Rantapuisto featuring a cocktail bar, live music, DJ sets, a music quiz, board games, and pop-up tattoos. The restaurant serves grill buffet and burgers.
concert19:30Mentalist Pete Poskiparta combines mentalism, magic, and comedy in his performance. An award-winning magician performs at Jätinpesän kesäteatteri.
concert11:00A children's singing concert at Jakomäki Library featuring children's performances and group singing for the whole family.
festival13:00A free cultural event showcasing Asian dance, music and traditional arts. Various dance groups and musicians perform, with the event held in both English and Finnish.
festival14:00The animals from Korkeasaari take a day off with a jazz parade through Kalasatama. Sointi Jazz Orchestra and Maria Baric Company's giant hand puppets perform in a family-friendly, free concert on the soccer field in Kalasatamanpuisto.
concert15:30A chamber music concert featuring classical and contemporary fantasies from the Radalla festival. Works by Holst, Mozart, Wennäkoski and Rachmaninoff performed by accomplished musicians.
festival(2 days)
Summer closing carnival with Q-Quintet, Pauli Hanhiniemi & Ville Rauhala M.A.D., and karaoke hosted by Tapani Lintuala.
festival19:00A blues festival in Korpilahti featuring Vilja & the Huskies, Let's Eppelin plays the Blues and Lena & the Slide Brothers.
concert22:00Korelon performs at Cafe Pori Jazz in Pori.
exhibition12:00Mari Hillo and Susanna Harjunpää present the exhibition "Tidied Chaos", exploring the tension between order and disorder. The exhibition opens through the artists' presence on Saturday.
club20:00BÄMÄ is a festive evening as part of Turku Pride, featuring music, dancing, and community spirit. The event welcomes everyone looking to celebrate together.
opera21:00Contemporary chamber opera reimagining the Orpheus myth through visual poetry, electronic music, and animation art.
concert10:00Violinist Lotta Marie performs at Helsinki Music Centre.
cinema12:00Nössö Nova is part of Sensommar Filmfest at Reposaaren VPK in Pori.
festival14:30A Russian-language film club screens the Finnish comedy Hevi Reissu at Sellon Library with a discussion session following the screening.
concert10:30Peltone performs at the Viking Xpress event in Helsinki.
concertSkyjoggers headline a three-band night at RockNeck in Jyväskylä, joined by Kaleidobolt and Graven Cross.
concertMetal bands Hellgate Necrosodomy, Hoc Est Bellum, Hekatoxen, and Clactonian take the stage in Tampere.
theater15:00Actors from Entäs Nyt theatre present excerpts from diary entries written by Maunula residents. The performance is part of the Maunulan kyläkekkerit neighbourhood programme.
theater12:00A puppet theatre performance by Canadian company Puzzle Théâtre where wooden pieces transform into strange creatures. Full of humour and surprises, suitable from age 4.
concert18:00Classical music from Finland and Czechia performed by Katajanokan muusikot. Free admission and ideal for classical music lovers.
concert19:00Finnish musician Heli Hartikainen performs at Storyville in Helsinki.
theater19:00Teatteri Rajapinta's revue tackles current issues with sharp wit and humor. The performance follows Anneli on her last day of work and the world's chaotic state. Actors dash energetically across the stage backed by punchy music.
concert19:00Finlanders perform live at Viihdekeskus Hojo Hojo in Tuusniemi.
festival10:00Espoo Day at Museo Leikki brings 1950s nostalgia with Elvis shows, rockabilly dancing, fashion displays, and hands-on activities for the whole family.
festival10:00Jyväskylä Art Street event at Popper putiikki gallery featuring Asta Kunstek-Virtanen's exhibition and Anu Popper's painting demonstrations.
festival10:00Espoo's library and culture vehicle gives away free books and offers lending collections specially selected for families with children.
festival12:00Venetian evening at Lampila in Jyväskylä featuring a smoke sauna, live music, grilled food, and SUP paddling.
festival12:00Alvar Aalto Museum and Central Finland Museum invite you to a free day featuring a workshop and discussion on architecture, society and cultural heritage.
lecture13:00A roundtable discussion on the future of forests and their inhabitants during Finland's Nature Day. Jaana Kanninen leads the conversation with an author, animal philosopher, researcher, and artists sharing their visions for a good future for nature.
festival13:00Finland's Nature Day in Huutoniemi features a lichen trail, quiz, species identification challenge, and chain throwing. The café serves coffee, tea, and blueberry pie.
festival14:00INVERSUS™ takes families on a three-hour journey through art history with live performances, workshops, and interactive games for all ages. Free entry, no registration needed.
festival14:00Youth-organized festival featuring live music, circus, dance and workshops. Free and alcohol-free.
festival14:00A family-friendly village festival on Maunula-talo's square featuring a locally organized programme with activities for all ages.
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A night at the smoke saunas in Jämsä with food, sauna treatments, live music, and entertainment for the whole family.
festival16:00The Kolibrí Festival marks its 15th anniversary with a children's programme at Helsinki Central Library, featuring performances by Rio Saarton and Trio Mandeng. Free admission.
festival17:00Brian performs at Höyhtyän Ostarifestari 2026 in Oulu.
festival17:00Jari takes the stage at KätyFest 2026 on Mopotalli in Kaarina.
festival18:00Communal singing and crayfish-party atmosphere on Kulturhuset Fiini's rooftop terrace, conducted by Teemu Niemelä in both local languages.
concertAntti Kajander performs in Helsinki on August 15, 2026.
festival09:00Nordic Fitness Expo is an international fitness industry exhibition bringing together professionals and enthusiasts from across the Nordic region.
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.
festival17:00Sauna Hopping event at Revontuli beach resort where you can hop between five different saunas, from smoke sauna to igloo sauna, with outdoor hot tubs and lake bathing.
concert12:00A family-friendly touring opera performance featuring classical opera characters performing excerpts from beloved masterworks on Helsinki's streets and squares.
concertVenetsialaiset Day 2 at Restaurant Valdemari: Pasi & Anssi and The Bilebändi perform, plus audience-driven karaoke.
concert17:00Joacim takes the stage at Tehdassaari in Nokia for an afternoon performance.
concert18:00Honey B & T-Bones take the stage for a live concert at Jaala Areena in Lahti.
concert19:00Troubadour Nimetta presents classic songs at Vanhan Myllyn Venetsialaiset. The concert starts at 19:00.
concert19:00Sarparanta takes the stage at Kyläravintola Terho in Turku.
concert(2 days)
Satamablues is a live blues evening at Korpilahti harbour featuring three bands playing blues throughout the night.
concert19:00Shellfish Graveyard performs at Kesäterassi in Oulu. An evening of live music on the summer terrace.
concert20:00Freesi performs at Villa Wolax during the Muinaistulien Yö event in Turku.
concert20:00Retropop concert at Iisvesi Lakeside Pavilion on 29 August 2026 at 20:00.
concert21:00Aaron Barone performs at Sikafest in Kouvola.
concert22:00Rajahurrit performs at the Kukkolankoski stage in Rovaniemi.
concert(2 days)
Two Jyväskylä-based alternative rock bands take the stage at Aren square. Tahrat carries on Finnish rock's legacy with a distinctive voice and powerful sound, while Nymfiparakiitti brings modern Finnish rock through a blend of tenderness and chaos.
concert22:30Lähiöbotox plays at House of Olaf in Savonlinna with Olaf Burger and French fries on the menu.
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Monthly cosplay meetup in Kontula where you can create costumes, use a photography studio, and connect with fellow cosplay enthusiasts.
club18:00Löyly's traditional Venetian Night by the sea with live DJs, a saxophonist, and Helsinki's biggest fireworks display.
opera18:30Two classical operas in one evening: Rimski-Korsakov's "Mozart & Salieri" and Mascagni's "Zanetto" at Aleksanteri Theatre.
club(2 days)
Cotò's summer finale: COTÒ ALL-STARS closes the season with a last party on the grounds at Uudenmaankatu. The rodeo ends with a bang on Saturday 29.8. from 22:00 to 04:00.
festivalMasisRock Festival 2026 is a music festival taking place in Espoo in August.
other11:00Linda Liukas leads an interactive workshop on language models and artificial intelligence. Participants build mobiles and explore how machines understand language.
theater11:00Family programme featuring Aarne Alligaattori & Viidakkorumpu at Lurens Summer Theater. An entertaining show for the whole family.
ballet13:00A contemporary dance work that weaves movement, space, and sound together with books and imagination. Premiered at the Aviation Museum, now performed anew at Myyrmäki Library.
theater13:00Aaro Vuotila performs a musical monologue around Uno Cygnaeus's statue, awakening the founder of public education. A journey through Finland's educational history for the whole family, with free admission.
theater15:00A poetry performance about local forests. Katja Luhtala and the Metsä M Collective present "Metsäsydän - Ode to Local Forests," a work combining verse, organic sounds, and music with personal forest memories.
festival12:00The VIP Friday event at Naantali Sunfest takes place at Kaivohuone - check the festival's official site for programme details.
other12:00Explore everyday life in the past through an interactive workshop on building, food, laundry, and toys. A discussion on architecture and society runs simultaneously.
other12:00Jyväskylä's most iconic landmark atop Harju: Vesilinna observation tower offers 360-degree views across the city and lake landscapes. Entry is free, and the tower also houses a museum and restaurant.
other15:30A relaxed walking tour of Helsinki's city centre featuring the main landmarks and local stories. The tour starts at Senate Square on 29.8. at 15:30 and is free.
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VYY's first weekend party at Palosaaren järjestötalo, where each faculty celebrates with its own theme. The evening continues at Fontana Club.
other17:00Student corporation activists from different organizations gather for a joint dinner at Hämäläis-Osakunta celebrating positivity and gratitude.
concert22:00Korelon performs at Cafe Jazz in Pori.
club18:00Mafia Night is a board game evening held on Saturdays at GTC Cafe, where you play the Mafia game and other games. The participation fee is 5 euros, and during the evening you can play over 130 other board games at the cafe without extra charge.
12:00Atkins and Club Tupa host a Saturday packed with board games, video games, and entertainment for new and returning students at Pasila campus.
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Exhibition of abandoned Ostrobothnian farmsteads - paintings of deserted houses, vegetation and traces of former life slowly disappearing.
15:00An easy afternoon hike along the Ispoinen Nature Trail (1.8 km), followed by a picnic at Ispoinen Beach and a session at Ispoinen Beach Sauna.
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A two-part audio artwork at two Helsinki locations: Hengitys in Kalasatama and Nimetön in Mustikkamaas. The listener moves through the landscape with headphones, experiencing a poetic work about humanity's relationship with nature.
20:00Finnish metal band Waltari performs in Kuopio.
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Jersey Party Vol. 3 returns to Barcelo for a night of hip-hop and streetwear culture, with DJ Le Noir spinning all night and live performance from Breaking Bonezz.
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Chorale is a Finnish dance group known for their hit "Univiidakko" and energetic live performances.
theater15:00Agit-Cirk merges spoken theatre and contemporary circus into a dystopian science fiction work exploring the present through absurdity and physical storytelling. Surviving artists attempt to preserve fragments of cultural history and locate a northern paradise.
concert15:00Finnish act KAUKUA performs at the Maaseudulta Kasin rural fair in Tervola.
exhibition10:00Entrance ticket to Tytyri Elämyskaivos mine with free access to exhibitions and the family-friendly Peikkoluola area approximately 100 metres underground.
other12:00A guided tour of Tytyri mine that takes you underground to explore the mine's history and miners' lives. The tour lasts one hour and includes admission to all exhibitions.
other13:00English-language guided tour through Tytyri Mine exploring its history, geology, and underground life at nearly 100 metres depth. After the tour, you can freely explore the mine and visit the art exhibition.
other11:00Guidad gruvabentyr för barn på Tytyri Upplevelsegruva där man gräver ädelstenar och lär sig om geologi. Passar barn från 4 år och uppåt.
exhibition10:00A vibrant exhibition of paintings with strong contrasts and dynamic forms that invite personal interpretation from viewers.
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.
exhibition11:00KITA - House of Kinetic Art marks its 5th anniversary with the summer exhibition Alkuhämärä, exploring archaic movement through art, science, and mysticism. Seven artists present their works.
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.
market11:00A 20th anniversary market featuring handicrafts, baked goods, vintage vehicles, and children's activities. Live music from Minna Äikäs Duo and Jussi Janhunen, plus a friendly competition between three villages.
lecture12:00A service design workshop exploring the relationship with motherhood from a fresh perspective. Open to anyone with a mother or adult children.
lecture13:00The Keski-Espoo Association presents two lectures about Espoo city centre during Espoo Day. A lecturer and association chair discuss residents' participation and the area's history from estates to today.
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A monthly reading circle at Tapulikaupunki Library on Saturday mornings. This autumn's programme explores art through classic and contemporary works.
lecture14:00Author Sanna Puutonen and urban planner Leena Rossi discuss Alvar Aalto's architecture and literature in connection with the exhibition "13 Stories of Humanistic Design".
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Reading Club Lit & Light! showcases different literary genres and helps you find new favorite books.
market10:00Summer market offering homemade baked goods, fruit, vegetables and local seasonal products on Saturdays through the end of August.
market12:00A textile market at Villa Rana where sellers and buyers can participate freely without advance booking.
club22:00DJ Juza spins at Storyville Discolauantai. Advance ticket holders enter before 21:00; later arrivals queue at the door.
other13:00An open graphic workshop where anyone can experiment with gel printing technique without prior experience. Instructors guide in Finnish, Swedish, and English.
other(2 days)
OLuT tutor sitsit and summer party at Teekkaritalo on Saturday 29.8. Sitsit 17-20 (10 €), summer party from 20.15 (4-5 €) with sauna, bingo and competitions.
other18:00KIVESs summer sitsit at Lukema on Saturday 29.8. Wabu dress code, food, drinks and singing await. Admission 5 €.
lecture13:00Guided tours of the exhibition featuring printmaker Frans Toikkanen and Anneli Klemola at Saarijärvi Museum.
lecture14:00Artist-led guided walks in the footsteps of Yrjö Blomstedt in Jyväskylä. Summer 2026 offers walks under dancer Laura Suonperä's guidance and family activities at Villa Rana.
lecture14:00A 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 Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
other13:00Every Saturday you can paint on canvas at GTC Café under the guidance of an experienced instructor. All materials are included, and you take your finished artwork home.
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.
other12:00The observation tower on Matti Nykänen's hill and café are open on August weekends. The tower offers a 360° panorama over city and nature, with covered platforms providing shelter from rain.
other18:00A 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.
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.
other11:00Direct bus from Jyväskylä to Leivonmäki National Park on weekends in summer, with several hiking trails and mountain bike routes for different skill levels.
other14:00Pottery workshop at GTC Café every Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Shape and decorate your own piece under the guidance of a skilled instructor, suitable for ages 7 and up.
other16:00Saunakylä in Jämsä offers traditional smoke-sauna experiences every summer Saturday. Over 20 saunas from the 1700s-1940s are in active use, with 10-14 heated for the public during summer. The site also features a lake beach, bonfire areas, and a café.
other10:30Dance and nature workshops for children aged 5-8 with an accompanying adult. Play, movement, and forest exploration led by dance artists on autumn Saturdays.
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A Spanish-language poetry workshop for children exploring poetic expression and creative voice through engaging activities, led by poet Odette da Silva.
lecture13:00A guided tour through historic buildings in Old Raahe. Step inside 3-4 buildings and learn their stories on this 1.5-hour walking tour.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival(128 days)
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(2 days)
Ghetto Party Festivaali brings over 12 artists to Jyväskylä for two days at Toivolan Old Yard. The event is primarily 18+, but Saturday also offers an age-restricted afternoon ticket.
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Timo Tuominen performs rare early songs by Jacques Brel with guitar. An intimate evening exploring the chanson master's multifaceted youthful work.
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The Savonlinna Opera Festival presents five classic operas in summer 2026, featuring Lisette Oropesa's debut in the title role of Norma.
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An international classical music festival featuring Finnish orchestras and artists alongside the London Philharmonia Orchestra.
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OstariFestari VII is a music festival at Höyhtyän shopping centre in Oulu, part of Oulu2026 European Capital of Culture. Finnish and international artists perform on Friday and Saturday.
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A classical music festival in Nurmes featuring concerts in various venues, lectures, and workshops throughout the summer.
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An audiovisual concert where Sámi joik meets electronic music, joik, and video art. The concert explores Sámi worldview, colonialism, and environmental consciousness through traditional Sámi goddesses and spiritual themes.
club(2 days)
Club night with DJ Nice and DJ Le Noir spinning 2000s R&B and afrobeats at Malja in Helsinki.
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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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Kaitafilmijuhlat is a free film and performance festival at Villa Rana in Jyväskylä. The programme features classic 16 mm films, works by director Anssi Mänttäri, Sergio Corbuccis westerns and surprises.
cinema(28 days)
Ridley Scott's thriller about a young pilot and an armed survivalist who meet in a post-apocalyptic world when a mysterious radio transmission awakens hope for humanity.
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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.
cinema(35 days)
A family adventure where a mysterious package from South America contains baby Marsupilami, a yellow and spotted creature who brings chaos and joy to a holiday cruise.
exhibition(31 days)
Markku Keränen's abstract tempera paintings at Galerie Forsblom. The exhibition features circular figures playing with colour and light, building a new world in each work.
exhibition(31 days)
Norwegian artist Mie Olise Kjærgaard presents paintings of women in motion and underwater. Dynamic works exploring freedom, courage, and the body's independence.
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A group exhibition of visual art, architecture, and design featuring four artists or collectives: L'Esprit de L'Escalier, Henrietta Lehtonen, Hedy Leung, and Eglė Ridikaitė.
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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.
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Traditional British folk dancing with live music from Helsinki Cèilidh Band. No experience needed and everyone is welcome.
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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.
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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.
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Helsinki-based photographer Tero Pajukallio presents wetland landscapes as vibrant drone photographs. The exhibition runs at the Natural History Museum's café from August through October.
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Gaming nights for women and girls aged 16-28 at Pelitalo Sture. Play on computers, consoles, and board games with support from youth coordinators.
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Weekly jazz club at Manala bar in central Helsinki featuring a resident trio and guest musicians on Thursday evenings.
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LYY's Varjoavajaiset opens the new academic year at the nightclub Dorix. The event welcomes both new and returning students.
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The Twrkaholics dance group performs a new show with Latin music and energy. The show starts at 01:30.
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Helsinki City Theatre invites older adults to share life stories and create small theatrical performances together. Drama exercises and conversation are included. No experience needed, and participation is free.
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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.
lecture(132 days)
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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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.
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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.
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.
festival(95 days)
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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The Naantali Music Festival is an international chamber music festival held in historic churches and other concert venues. The festival presents leading Finnish and international musicians.
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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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Taidekeskus Salmela is one of Finland's largest cultural events, showcasing contemporary art exhibitions and concerts. Open daily throughout summer 2026.
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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.
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A traditional chamber music festival presenting classical music in manor houses and churches on Kemiönsaari.
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Pori Jazz is Finland's largest rhythm music festival, featuring international and Finnish artists. The programme offers both paid concerts and free performances, plus a dedicated Pori Jazz Kids festival for children.
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Kuhmo Chamber Music is a summer festival where talented chamber musicians perform concerts in the beautiful natural setting of Kainuu.
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