concert15:00An afternoon matinee with Hilja Grönfors Trio, Akkajee, and Emmi Kuittinen at Telakka in Tampere.
concert20:00HATEOFFICIAL brings the Cybernetic Domination Tour 2026 to Turku.
concert15:00Eve & Ossi and singer Juhani Tikkanen perform together at Vanha Navetta in Porvoo. The concert begins at 15:00 and features a café plus the option of dinner before the show.
18:00FEAR FACTORY - CYBERNETIC DOMINATION TOUR
19:00CRYSTAL LAKE (Official)
cinema17:45Ridley Scott's thriller about a young pilot and an armed survivalist who meet in a post-apocalyptic world after a mysterious radio signal.
sport15:00Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Kouvolan Pallonlyöjät and Sotkamon Jymy at KSS Energia Areena.
sport15:00Women's Superpesis match featuring Jokilaakson Pesäkuula against Laitilan Jyske at Suvannon pesäpallokenttä in Ylivieska.
sport16:00Women's Superpesis match featuring Seinäjoki Jussittaret against Pori Pesäkarhut at Unico Areena.
sport16:00Women's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Manse PP and Joensuun Maila at Kaupin pesäpallostadion in Tampere.
concert16:00Two Mexican musicians perform traditional son jarocho music from Veracruz, showcasing the folk tradition's history and the handcrafted instruments at its heart.
festival10:00Herttoniemi Village Festival returns to the sports park to celebrate the official opening of the renovated facility. The programme features children's races, demonstration matches, a clown show, crafts, and many other activities for all ages.
musical19:00A multilingual work for choir, cello and dance exploring visions of holy women and the symbolism of love. Johanna Almark's composition weaves together music, dance and audience participation.
theater10:30A children's show aboard the Viking XPRS - Aarne Alligaattori & Viidakkorumpu brings jungle rhythms and adventure for young audiences.
concert09:30Country Couple performs at Eckerö Line in Helsinki on September 6.
cinema18:00A fact-based comedy set in 1930s Finland, where ambitious officers kidnap the nation's first president alongside his determined wife.
concert15:00Äänislinna Boys' concert with three distinguished soloists at Naapurinvaaran Huvikeskus in Vuokatti.
concert17:00Heikki Hallanoro performs a köllöttelykonsertti concert at Kisakenttä Kindergarten in Oulu.
festival12:00Family fishing day on Haraka island featuring fish species, fish preparation, and guided fishing. The aquarium house exhibitions and fish games are also part of the programme.
festival12:30A cake festival where participants bring their own cakes to share and taste. The event runs in two sessions, with prizes for the best cakes.
festival14:00Free harvest festival at Kulttuurilabra featuring communal pizza-making, an art workshop, and live music for all ages.
festival14:00KuoTra hosts a traditional outdoor picnic for business school graduates at Valkeisenlampi. Come solo or with friends and enjoy food in the open air.
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An open and free Finnish culture evening at YTHS Sauna featuring sauna, games and a chance to meet other students.
11:00A group hike in Nuuksio National Park, Espoo. The route is a brisk walk through nature, so bring sturdy walking shoes, snacks,
18:30💬 Speed Friending at Design Factory! Join ESN Aalto for an evening of fun prompts and quick chats with new people.
concert15:00Iranian musician Sara Majidi Nejad presents the qanun and piano in this instalment of the Musical Instruments of the World series, which features musicians and instruments from across the globe.
concert15:00Finnish musician Konsta Hietanen performs at Felix Krohn-konserttisali in Lahti.
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Maria Grabar presents an exhibition of summer watercolours where birds and fleeting moments of nature are frozen in time.
theater15:00A contemporary circus work exploring bodily expression and our time. RISA's performance plays at the boundary between light and shadow, where acrobatics and dance merge into a unified whole.
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.
other11:00Guidad gruvabentyr för barn på Tytyri Upplevelsegruva där man gräver ädelstenar och lär sig om geologi. Passar barn från 4 år och uppåt.
exhibition12:00Art Habitat presents the Old School demolition site exhibition featuring over 30 artists in Jyväskylä. The show includes indoor artworks, graffiti on the courtyard walls, and three separate exhibitions, including Henrietta Soinen's photography series.
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.
exhibition12:00Two artists present their work: Heimonen displays his early creations from the 1990s to today, Karela paintings exploring remembered landscapes.
exhibition12:00Discover Finland's oldest surviving artist's studio at the Helsinki City Museum. Severin Falkman's 1870s workspace preserves its original character and reveals the world of a once-overlooked painter.
other19:00An evening event at Logomo in Turku on 6 September at 19:00.
lecture10:00Garden tour with Linda Schilén and Karl Fredrik. Lectures, harvest market, art exhibition and lunch buffet at Frank Mangs Center.
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Open language café for Finnish learners and speakers every Sunday at Itäkeskus Library. No registration needed, everyone is welcome.
other10:00Ranua Resort Wildlife Park is one of Finland's northernmost zoos, home to Arctic and native Finnish animals in a natural Lapland setting.
other13:00Design and print your own pattern on a reusable fabric bag in this free workshop. Limited to the first 50 participants.
other13:00A relaxation day for Preemion's new students featuring access to pools and saunas at the Saana spa.
other13:00A collective workshop from the Toisissa tiloissa collective where participants create "peace movements" together with live wind music. Open to everyone over 14 years old and younger children with an adult.
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An open meditation group meets on Sunday mornings at the library for 45 minutes of shared silence and conversation.
lecture13:00Weekly jewelry making workshop at GTC Café on Sundays. Create earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and other pieces from various materials. Combo packages available with coffee and beverages.
lecture13:30Free guided gallery tour showcasing current exhibitions across Helsinki's art spaces. The tour is conducted in English with Jane Hughes as your guide.
other12:00Juurikkasaari 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.
other11:00Weekend bus service in summer from Jyväskylä city centre to South Konnevesi National Park with three hiking trails ranging from 4.6 km to 14 km.
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.
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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.
festival(5 days)
Finland's largest furniture, design, and interior event featuring new ideas for homes and spaces, plus works from rising designers.
festival(2 days)
The Fandango series presents son jarocho musicians from Veracruz alongside guest chef Mara Lozano. The day features a masterclass, dancing and a dj set in the evening.
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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.
festival(18 days)
Teatteri Sirkus Suosalo brings its Rantaruntti tour to Helsinki in September with a circus tent programme featuring Shakespeare's The Tempest, several plays, musical performances, and children's theatre.
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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.
concert(2 days)
Joel Hallikainen & Herrasmiehet take the stage for a dance evening at Keurusselkä Resort in Keuruu.
club(2 days)
Two extremes of hardcore collide at Tiivistämö when Gabber Finland and Speedcore Italia present Finnish early hardcore artists and international speedcore acts under one roof. Ages 18 and up only.
theater(21 days)
Oblivia returns to its early performance venues in a walking performance that moves from the Tram Museum through the Winter Garden to the former VR warehouse area. Founders Annika Tudeer and Timo Fredriksson guide the audience through reflections on the past and Helsinki's transformation.
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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.
festival(2 days)
SMA Show brings a two-part event to Jyväskylä: an all-ages daytime concert with Cledos, Badu and Habson, followed by a K18 party with DJs and activities.
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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A stage adaptation of Iida Turpeinen's award-winning novel about extinction and humanity's relationship with nature, told through the skeleton of a Steller's sea cow. The performance explores how Western thought shifted when we realized we could erase entire species from existence.
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A monologue play about Finnish poet Eino Leino's love interests, written by Pinja Hahtola and directed by Seppo Honkonen. An award-winning production exploring the poet's romantic history.
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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.
festival(2 days)
Open-air film festival at Alvar Aalto's atelier featuring a Finnish documentary about Paimio sanatorium and a French film about architect Johan Otto von Spreckelsen.
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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Johan Eichhorn's photo exhibition brings nature's transformations into people's homes. In staged images, familiar spaces become strange, revealing how the reshaping of nature has become an invisible part of everyday life.
club(2 days)
Kvääriklubi is Jyväskylä Pride's official club night featuring bingo, drag shows, and DJ music. Drag artists Mealworm, MultelMilla, Slaya Bit, and Vihapiirakka perform, hosted by Lettu.
club(2 days)
Autumn season opening at Hämäläis-Osakunta on Saturday 5.9. with a four-floor party featuring dancing, karaoke and sauna from 22:00 to 04:00. Tickets from 2-6 € depending on student status.
club(2 days)
Official closing party of Original Student Festival at the Old Student House. Dog Hustlers performs through the night, open 22:00-04:00. K18 event with dress code of festival attire or student clothing.
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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.
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.
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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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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Senior taekwondo at Kontula Community Centre develops memory, balance and functional ability through standing-based training. The group is led by taekwondo master Dae Jin Hwang.
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John Ajvide Lindqvist's "De Obehöriga" is performed at Lilla Teatern. A theatrical adaptation of the Swedish author and screenwriter's creation.
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Musta Juhla 2026 is held at Vastavirta-klubi in Tampere in September 2026.
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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.
festival(99 days)
Wine tasting on Vallisaari's seaside terrace with a sommelier presenting five wines and tapas. Open to all, no prior experience required.
+ 808 more long-running events — see the calendar.