concert19:00Australian hard rock band Airbourne performs at Allas in Helsinki on August 31st.
concert19:00Spanish thrash metal band Angelus Apatrida performs at On The Rocks with Finnish bands Prestige and Bloodride as support. The show starts at 19:00.
sport19:00Veikkausliga football match between Mariehamn and FF Jaro in Mariehamn.
sport19:00Veikkausliga match between VPS and Lahti at Lemonsoft Stadion in Vaasa.
sport19:00Veikkausliiga match between Ilves and HJK Helsinki at Tammelan Stadion in Tampere.
sport19:00Veikkausliga match between Inter Turku and KuPS at Veritas Stadion in Turku.
sport19:00Veikkausliga match between AC Oulu and SJK at Raatin stadion in Oulu.
sport19:00Veikkausliga match between Gnistan and Turku PS at Mustapekka Arena in Helsinki.
sport16:30Men's pesäpallo match in the Superpesis league between Alajärvi Ankkurit and Koskenkorva Urheilijat at Saltex Arena.
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An introductory evening for first-year architecture students featuring dinner, drinks and singing at Pakin talo.
festival17:30Traditional autumn party for education students in Mattilanniemi on Monday 1.9. Team games, competitions and a chance to meet students from other associations. Free event with a focus on safety.
club18:00Afterparty at Helsinki Camping with relaxed atmosphere, light entertainment, and two speedfriending sessions to meet new people.
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Academic year opening party at Apollo with admission and overall badge included in the price.
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Fuksipoppi kicks off the autumn semester in Joensuu. Both new and older students are welcome.
theater18:00Agit-Cirk blends spoken theatre and contemporary circus in a dystopian science fiction setting. Surviving artists attempt to preserve fragments of Finnish cultural history after global catastrophe.
theater18:30Music, movement and dance converge in a work inspired by medieval Iberian rituals, comparing women's experiences across centuries.
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A comedy about a marriage in crisis when friends send the couple to an elite couples' training camp. Written by Niina Lahtinen and Joonas Nordman, directed by Anna Dahlman.
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Two brothers live in isolation in North Philadelphia until a valuable guest named Harold changes their fate. The National Theatre presents Orphans, a drama about freedom, brotherhood, and violence.
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Stadin Community Centre Pihlajamäki celebrates its 20th anniversary with a week of free workshops, bingo, baking, and birthday festivities.
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A restaurant event in Jyväskylä where seven restaurants offer special menus and deals over two weeks.
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Soul & Sweat hosts a dance week for students from 31.8. to 6.9., offering classes from hip-hop to reggaeton. No prior experience needed.
festival17:00LASOLA's freshmen picnic is an event for first-year healthcare students featuring team competition in a relay circuit around Lahti, followed by celebrations at two venues.
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ESN JKL's Integration Week is a week-long event series for exchange students. One 10 euro ticket gives you access to the full programme: speedfriending, picnic, pub crawl, party, sports event and grilling.
festival18:00Profiitin Freshers' Evening is a low-threshold event for freshers to meet fellow students, tutors and organisers. Sauna, a short programme and refreshments are included, plus the chance to join TEK.
18:30ESN FINT is hosting a Movie Night on Monday, 31 August, 18:30-21:30 at Hervanta Kampusareena, Big Auditorium A223.
concert18:00Blues Live marks its 45th anniversary with the original members Hessu Heinonen, Ukko Pasanen, Saku Rautiainen and Arska Nieminen. Classic blues on the Culture Stage at Jyväskylä City Library.
market09:00Sotemarkkinat is a job fair for social and healthcare students, where organizations present internship and employment opportunities as well as membership options.
lecture17:00Book release exploring how individualism developed in society and its effects. Experts from various fields discuss the causes and potential solutions.
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Sporticus rf's traditional New Party launches the sports students' academic year with a night out at Nightclub London. Freshers get their first introduction to sports traditions.
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After-party from the beach event at Las Palmas. Direct bus transport from line 5 stops.
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Autumn season opening for student capsule organizations featuring dancing, karaoke, and live music at Freetime in Jyväskylä.
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Social counselor Hanna Paunonen offers free consultations at Töölö Library on Mondays from August through November. She helps with everyday questions, service access, and administrative matters.
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Jätkäsaari Library Reading Circle meets monthly throughout autumn 2026. On 31 August, the group discusses Björn Natthiko Lindeblad's work "I May Be Wrong and Other Life Insights". The facilitator is Marketta Rajavaara.
concert18:00Free community singing evening at Kanneltalo's café led by musician Mari Kätkä. The event is open to all and lasts one hour.
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Book a time slot to use the sewing machine at Kontula Community Centre. Maximum sewing time is 2 hours, and the slot is released if you do not start within 15 minutes.
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A postcard exhibition at Tapiola Library showcasing Finland through different perspectives. The exhibition runs from late August through late September.
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Italiankielinen lukupiiri kokoontuu kerran kuukaudessa Rikhardinkadun kirjastossa. Elokuussa 2026 käsitellään Rosa Matteucci'n "Cartagloria"-romaania, syyskuussa klassikkoja Moby Dickia ja Jane Eyreä. Osallistuminen on avointa kaikille, joita kiinnostaa italialainen kirjallisuus ja keskustelu.
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Hosted by ESN Aalto, ESN Haaga-Helia, ESN Laureamko, ESN Uni Helsinki, and ESN Metropolia, this Juhannus-inspired party takes its theme from the midsummer bonfire - Finland's…
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Novium's annual BTS Party in Vasa! 🥳💜 Join fellow students at Oliver's Inn on 31 August to kick off the academic year together. 📍 Oliver's Inn,
lecture18:30Kanneltalo presents a literature lecture series in autumn 2026 covering classics, contemporary authors and literary history. Author interviews with notable guests are also held.
other12:00The luxury houseboat in Jyväskylä harbour features a unique glass igloo sauna with a wood-fired stove. A three-hour experience costs 590 euros for up to 10 people.
other17:00A short weekly service with communion at Luther Church in Jyväskylä.
exhibition10:00Visit Muurame Church, designed by Alvar Aalto and completed in 1929. The architecture reflects Italian influences and Nordic classicism.
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Group exhibition featuring eleven artists presenting works in film, sculpture, photography, installation, and graphics.
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Tiia Ahtikallio's exhibition Reality Escape is on display at Galleria Suvanto from late August through late September. The exhibition is open on weekdays and located in the Vaajakoski district library and civic institute.
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Overalls reservation for Lastareiden freshmen from 31.8 to 2.9. Try-on at the guild room, ordering and payment online.
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The city's digital advisor offers free guidance on computer, tablet, and phone use at Oodi on weekdays. Personal coaching sessions can be booked in advance.
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An informal conversation group for those interested in Finnish. The meetings cover current topics and offer a chance to meet new people.
lecture10:00Open meeting for members of the Maunela Network and local residents. Influence the area's development, share ideas, and stay informed about current issues.
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German reading circle where participants read and translate German-language articles and discuss their content. Suitable for anyone with basic German language skills.
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Red Cross volunteers offer homework help for schoolchildren and adult students. Support with assignments and school-related concerns.
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Open Finnish language café at Myllypuron Library. Practice speaking Finnish with other learners.
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Develop your argumentation and presentation skills in this English-language workshop led by international debate trainer Mudassar Seemab. Open to all with no prior experience needed.
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A storytelling session for children featuring tales in Spanish. Perfect for young listeners who want to discover the language through an engaging, playful experience.
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Red Cross volunteers offer free homework help for primary and secondary school students at the library.
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Open and free language café to practice speaking Finnish with native speakers. Beginners welcome, no registration needed.
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Free evening story time for children at the children's section of South Haaga Library on Mondays.
lecture18:00Lumina Campus opens the autumn term with a gathering for students to discuss Christianity and life's big questions. The event is free and welcomes all university students.
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A monthly crime fiction reading group at Oulunkylä Library where readers discuss detective novels together over coffee or tea.
lecture18:00An open mic night on the summer patio of Richardinkatu Library where you can perform your own poems or short texts. The event is hosted by author Tarja Okkonen.
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A Finnish language study group led by volunteer teachers where participants practice reading, writing, and speaking. The group is open to all levels and meets every Monday.
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Informal Swedish conversation club for anyone wanting to practice their spoken Swedish. Led by a library volunteer.
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A monthly comic book reading circle at Itäkeskus Library where participants discuss classic works of comic art. Open to all interested readers.
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Swedish-language evening story time for families with children at the South Haaga Library.
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Self-directed weaving for pensioners and unemployed at Kinaport service centre. Two looms with different warp widths available.
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A craft workshop for pensioners and unemployed people at Kontula service centre, where you can create and socialise.
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Free family play day at Sahrami Family Centre where children and adults build play environments together and meet other families.
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Water aerobics class for men at Kontula service centre pool, focusing on cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength.
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Chair gymnastics for seniors and people with functional limitations at Entressen Library in Espoo. The exercises strengthen muscles, improve balance, and maintain mobility - no advance registration needed.
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A fitness group using a chair as exercise equipment, suitable for all fitness levels.
other10:00Speedfriending is a meetup for first-year students where you connect with new people in small groups using prepared questions and snacks.
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Family activities at Viiri playground where children play with changing themes and instructors develop play ideas together. A chance for parents to meet other families with children.
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A family café where children play and adults meet other families. The programme includes singing, play, movement, stories and art.
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Guided chair gymnastics for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
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Open knitting café at Riistavuori service centre where you can work on your own projects or join in shared knitting activities.
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Free sewing event for pensioners and unemployed people, where you can use your own fabrics and get support from volunteers.
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Regular singing games session at Linnunrata playground where children sing, play, and move together. Indoors in winter, outdoors in spring.
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Free music session at the playground where children and parents sing, recite nursery rhymes, and make music together.
other10:30An autumn outdoor adventure for children at Piika playground, with opportunities to explore and play outside.
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The library offers schoolchildren free homework help and a snack on Mondays at Malmi Library.
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Weekly programme featuring baby sessions, movement and music for all ages at Oodi Central Library from Monday to Friday.
other16:45Welcome evening for Fructus newcomers at Retroclub featuring board presentation, games, sauna, and socialising. Karaoke, billiards, darts, and board games available.
other17:00Potentia's freshers' evening for electrical and energy engineering students, featuring relaxed socialising, games, and a chance to learn about the club. Free and alcohol-free.
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Advanced ukulele group meeting at Tapiola Library throughout the autumn. Music educator Sakari Heikka leads the group through familiar songs and new playing techniques.
other18:00Newcomers' evening for Autentin's new members with a chance to meet fellow students, the board, and join TEK.
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An interactive story time for children and adults at Myllypuro Library, featuring storytelling, a light snack, and time with books.
lecture10:15A practical workshop on effective job searching held at Helsinki's employment services office in Kamppi. Learn key job search channels and how to use the Job Market Finland service.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
lecture09:00Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture14:00Finnish language conversation group at Pasila Library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Groups available for all levels from beginners to advanced.
lecture13:00A singing group at Kannelmäki Service Centre where participants sing folk melodies, popular songs, and classical music together under the guidance of music educator Satu Luomajoki.
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Varying family activities and stations at Förpellet. The programme changes week to week.
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An open session for families with babies featuring music, nursery rhymes, and shared crafts.
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Chair exercise class for seniors at Ison Omenan library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises for mobility, strength, and balance, suitable for everyone regardless of functional ability.
other15:00Juurikkasaari offers open sauna sessions four days a week on Lake Päijänne's shore throughout the summer. Three different saunas, swimming, and a beach grill await visitors.
other10:00A city adventure in Jyväskylä's centre where you solve a mystery surrounding a fictional company. A 3.5 km route guides you through searching for clues, examining physical evidence, and following a story that spans two timelines.
other13:00Baby Meetups is a gathering place for families with infants at Perhetalo Kajuutta. Meetings are held four days a week with varied activities, guidance, and motor skill exercises.
other09:00Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
other10:00Open craft group meeting at Stadin Community Centre Saunabaren on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Bring your tools and materials and create together with others.
other12:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other12:00Open 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.
other13:00Guided handicraft session at Riistavuoren service center with instructor support.
other11:00An open bridge group meets every Monday at Stadin Community House Saunabaari in Maunula. Participants are expected to know the rules of bridge.
other13:00Monthly community singing gathering with classic songs. Sometimes with a volunteer accompanist, sometimes to recorded music.
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Little Kurre's Treasure Hunt is a search adventure for children at the Kesanto playground. Find hidden treasures and enjoy a fun activity together.
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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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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.
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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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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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Kaustinen Folk Music Festival is Finland's largest folk music festival, featuring hundreds of performances, workshops and jam sessions from Finnish and international artists.
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Sastamala Gregoriana is an early music festival presenting medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music. This year it celebrates its 30th anniversary under the theme "Tears and Joy - Affects in Music", with new artistic director violinist Anthony Marini beginning his tenure.
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Korsholm Music Festival brings classical chamber music to the Ostrobothnian coast. The festival is led by cellist Jan-Erik Gustafsson.
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A traditional lied and chamber music festival presented in manor houses and churches across four locations. The programme includes classical music, children's concerts and diverse events.
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The Nordic region's largest brass music festival, featuring international artists, concerts, and a soloist competition set in North Karelia's scenic landscape.
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Award-winning chamber music festival on the historic shores of Lake Tuusulanjarvi in Järvenpää and Tuusula.
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A woodwind instrument festival in Uusikaupunki featuring chamber and orchestral concerts, jazz, folk music, children's programming, and masterclasses.
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International piano music festival featuring world-class pianists and emerging young talents in the Serlachius area.
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A four-day art festival for children and families at Verkatehdas in Hämeenlinna, featuring diverse programming for all ages.
+ 541 more long-running events — see the calendar.