classical18:00Two orchestras perform classical music featuring Mussorgsky-Ravel's Pictures at an Exhibition, Korngold's violin concerto, and Clyne's contemporary composition.
concert20:00Two Finnish melodic death metal bands perform together in Vantaa. Marianas Rest presents their new album The Bereaved, exploring themes of loss and grief.
concert19:00Pop/jazz band touko presents its new EP "no swing zone" on the "no swing tour". Theatrical elements meet improvised jazz in a five-piece ensemble with poetic lyrics. Viive opens the evening.
concert19:00Erakossa celebrates the gold-status hit "Tää on sulle (vitun kusipää)" at Kuudes Linja with the original live lineup. The evening features special versions, new merchandise, and surprises.
concert20:00WÖYH! continues its tour celebrating the album Wooppera with classics and new material. Jussi Hyyrynen promises full wöyhötystakuu with all the spices.
concert20:00The jazz orchestra Jahnukaiset celebrates 30 years with an anniversary concert at Telakka. The programme features the new album Sivistys and a retrospective of three decades of jazz.
concert18:00The Helsinki-based band 24-8 presents their third album Anyway at an album release concert at G Livelab.
concert20:00Finnish singer Kasmir performs at On The Rocks. He is known for several hit singles, gold-certified albums, and his debut album which was Finland's first to achieve gold status entirely through streaming.
concert18:00D1VARI returns to Ääniwalli with a strong artist lineup: koira, D1 DANI, rosluv, nonexx and internet soulja. Tickets from 25 euros.
concert20:30Pain Confessor, Diabolisher, and Soulwound perform at Bar Loose. The evening's highlight is Diabolisher's debut album release concert for "Astral Presence of Evil".
club20:00Three Joensuu bands - Myy Anderson, VARIS and Vihreä maa - perform at Kerubi Underground club on Friday 11.9. Voluntary entry, advance ticket 10 €.
concert20:00WÖYH! presents WOOPPERA II at Sawohouse Underground in Kuopio.
concert20:00Finnish rock band Uniklubi plays at Hullu Poro Areena in Levi. Doors open at 20:00, showtime approximately 23:00.
festival(2 days)
A hardstyle festival at Merikaapelihalli, Kaapelitehdas in Helsinki - hard electronic music from 21:00 for fans of the genre.
concert18:00Eve & Ossi and singer Juhani Tikkanen perform together as part of a September tour. The concert runs approximately 2 hours with an intermission.
concert19:00Opening concert of the Central Ostrobothnia Chamber Orchestra with new conductor Kasmir Uusitupa. The programme features works by Räsänen, Debussy and Tchaikovsky.
concert20:00Helsinki deathcore band Enemies Everywhere launches their debut album at Tiivistämö with support from LASTOUT.
classical18:00The Vaasa City Orchestra performs a classical music concert under the direction of Anna-Maria Helsing. The programme features works by Mendelssohn, Pärt, Tabakova and Brahms, with violinist Christel Lee and cellist Jonathan Roozeman as soloists.
concert19:00Helena Lindgren and Jorma Uotinen perform together in a concert featuring songs about love, longing and life's many facets from different eras.
concert18:00Two ensembles take the stage: Berghäll and Sauros perform a peace-themed programme, while the French T.I.M. trio blends folk music with improvisation.
concert19:00Three metal bands share the bill at Bar 15 in Vaasa for a triple headline show.
concert19:00Helmi Antila Quartet performs Finnish jazz compositions with personal lyrics and sensitive ensemble playing. The young singer and songwriter from Helsinki presents her debut album with an experienced quartet.
club19:00Noste Club brings six heavy music bands to Seinäjoki for an evening of emerging talent. Rytmi Institute's event concept provides a platform for young artists to reach audiences.
concert19:00Rock night at Iloinen Härkä featuring four bands: Ratface, Mørket, Sgt. Slime, and Terror Shark.
concert(2 days)
Joel Hallikainen & Herrasmiehet take the stage for a dance evening at Keurusselkä Resort in Keuruu.
festival(2 days)
Two-day iskelmä festival at Himos featuring Robin Packalen, Eini, Popeda, Benjamin and Olli Halonen.
concert12:00Jami Faltin takes the stage at Escape in Jyväskylä on 11 September 2026.
concert18:00Free concert featuring indie folk band Tuomo & Markus and pianist Pauli Halonen Trio. Sensitive music without genre boundaries at Maunula-talo.
concert19:00Finnish electronic band Aavikko delivers retrofuturistic synth music designed to get people dancing. With six albums under their belt, they blend functional background music with memorable melodies.
concert22:00Finnish blues guitarist Erja Lyytinen takes the stage at Tulisuudelma in Vantaa, bringing her signature slide guitar sound and soulful blues.
concert18:00Atomirotta kicks off the autumn season at Vuotalo with their traditional Lähiö tour. A seasoned rock band with five albums and hundreds of performances.
concert21:00Vilma Jää blends folk, pop and opera with electronic music and traditional Finnish singing techniques. Her debut performance in Hämeenlinna.
concert21:00Acoustenced and Ehdonalainen pay tribute to Sentenced, performing the Finnish metal band's songs acoustically at 45 Special in Oulu.
sport16:00Women's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Jussittaret and Manse PP at Unico Areena in Seinäjoki.
concertVermilia performs at Bar Kotelo in Tampere.
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A clown musical about creating art, aging, and mortality, inspired by ancient mythology and performed by two seasoned clowns and a musician.
concert18:00British composer Anna Clyne performs in Jyväskylä on 11 September 2026.
concert18:00Finnish singer-songwriter Eva Vikman performs in Lahti.
concert20:00Vimma and Tiisu present their nature tour at Pub Sarvi in Rovaniemi.
concert20:00Finnish band Aknestik celebrates 40 years with an anniversary tour stopping in Lahti. The band is in better form than ever.
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Ella Lahdenmäki and Tapio Viitasaari perform an intimate work about southern identity and roots. The performance combines acting and music, drawing on the creators' personal experiences.
concert19:00Swedish band Fatboy celebrates 30 years with a concert featuring local opener Sörnäinen. Progressive rockabilly and scrappy country on the same night.
concert19:00Helsinki City Orchestra presents an Italian-themed concert without a conductor at the Music House.
concert19:00Kadi Vija takes the stage at Sellosali in Espoo.
concert20:00Two major names from the domestic rap scene, william and KERZA, perform together at Tavastia. The concert features their shared hits and most successful releases.
concert21:00Vilma Jää takes the stage at Suistoklubi in Lahti on Friday evening.
concert22:00Daniel Hellman performs live at Vaakahuoneen Paviljonki in Turku.
festival(2 days)
FlixBus celebrates three years in Finland at Narinkkatori. Discover bus routes from Finland to Europe and take part in games and competitions.
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iik!week at Linnanmäki is a seasonal horror festival at Helsinki's amusement park featuring various scary attractions and experiences for teenagers and adults.
festival18:00Traditional moonlight swimming at the Olympic Stadium on Friday, 11.9 featuring Katja Felin and Joni Laakso (8-10 pm) and DJ VeskuY (8-11.30 pm). Bonfires and special lighting create a festive atmosphere.
opera(2 days)
Baroque orchestra Ensemble Nyland presents a new production that merges 17th-century opera with the stories of contemporary queer artists through music, dance and theatre.
festival17:45Contemporary circus meets comedy when The Nordic Council presents Häppy Hour, an absurd exploration of northern nightlife and our relationship with alcohol.
cinema19:00Drama about nurse Inka navigating the pressures of family and work while her colleague Leni confronts a family crisis and nurses plan a strike.
cinema(13 days)
Drama about nurse Inka who balances work and family while fighting for better conditions at the hospital.
concert18:15Helsinki City Orchestra presents concert promenades at the Music House. Come listen and discuss the evening.
concert15:45Pianist Heikki Hallanoro performs a mindfulness piano concert after work in Valve's Tanssisali hall.
concert13:30The Old Stars plays classic rock'n'roll and pop music from the 1950s and 1960s. The band has been performing since 1993.
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Film screening for parents and babies at Maunula library. A cosy setting with dimmed lighting and lower sound makes it easy to enjoy a film together with your little one.
concert17:00Matilda Mother band performs at Iso Omena Library in Espoo on September 11.
concert18:00Arseeni takes the stage at Oranssi in Helsinki on 11 September 2026.
concert18:00Singer Vilja Hirvelä performs as a troubadour on an evening cruise aboard m/s Suomen Suvi, featuring pop, rock, soul, blues, and schlager.
concert20:30Tonne performs at Vastavirta-Klubi Bar in Tampere. A live music event on September 11, 2026.
concert17:00A trio acrobatic circus show where time becomes the main character. AikaKONE is an interactive adventure that is part of Helsinki Circus Festival.
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Free film screenings for adults on the second Friday of each month at Oulunkylä Library. No registration needed.
theater18:00Teatterikone presents an interactive evening where theatre, music and experts explore frustration as a force for change and creativity.
concert19:00A monthly series featuring singer-songwriters from across Finland performing their own songs at Kankaan sauna. The audience provides feedback that is read aloud after the performance.
theater18:00METKA Speksi presents interactive improvisation theatre "Ellie's Wonderful Adventures", where the audience can interrupt scenes and determine their direction. At Arabiasali at 18:00.
concert18:00Pambikallio and Hyrsky perform at Dubrovnik. The Finnish dreampop-influenced band Pambikallio and indie collective Hyrsky share the stage on 11 September.
concert18:00Yölintu performs at Ravintola Valdemari in Rovaniemi. The concert starts at 18:00, tickets at the door 30 €.
concert19:00An orchestra inspired by Kanneltalo's exhibition, where kantele, vocals, and world music influences converge. A roughly 40-minute concert with free admission.
concert20:00Scythrow takes the stage at Masterhouse in Lohja, with the show kicking off at 20:00.
concert20:30Kuusumun Profeetta takes the stage at Dynamo in Turku on September 11 at 20:30.
concert22:00Aino & Hajonneet perform at House of Rock Bar in Kouvola, with the show kicking off at 22:00.
concert23:45Pandora plays a late-night show at Punainen Kukko in Pori.
concert22:30Finnish musician Reino Nordin performs at Bar Ihku.
festival(3 days)
A traditional student hiking event in Pyhä-Luosto National Park featuring a relay race, bus transport, cabin accommodation and dinner in Rovaniemi.
festival11:00Nations Square showcases the University of Helsinki's student nations in Otaniemi. Open information event for all students on Friday 11.9. from 11:00 to 15:00 at the Candidate Centre.
festival11:00Traditional bread baking and homemade food during Hankasalmi Harvest Weekend. Learn to bake classic rye bread and rieskakka cakes, and taste homemade porridge and apple pie.
festival(2 days)
Higher education students' opening festival in Oulu on 9-11 September 2026 at Kuusisaari. Three-day festival featuring formal dinners, a fair, and Friday's festival with various artists.
festival17:00LTKY presents an introduction to LUT's teekkar and kylter culture with an interactive course, activities, and refreshments.
festival18:00Skinnarilan Kuutti SC's traditional crayfish party in Lappeenranta. Fresh crayfish, singing and entertainment followed by late-night festivities with sauna and pool.
festival(2 days)
A short film festival bringing together young Taiwanese and Finnish filmmakers, where stories and perspectives from around the world meet in dialogue.
festival(3 days)
Rovaniemi Night of the Arts brings you to the bus station for a three-day arts festival. The programme features electronic music, family-friendly entertainment and live performances - some events are free, others ticketed.
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A collaborative exhibition by Eero Yrjölä and Aleksi Kolmonen combining photography, ceramics, and sound into an installation exploring the nature of angels. The show runs from September through October at Hippolyte Studio.
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Elina Vainio's exhibition explores the relationship between memory, perception, and embodiment through photographs treated with beeswax. The images' deviations reveal an absurd aesthetic of human existence.
17:00CROSSPATHS, a production by Damilare Olalude, has its premiere at the Afro-Finn Evening at Kino Kuvakukko, Kuopio. The evening includes a red carpet, the film screening,
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🇧🇷 Brazil Independence Party at Aussiebar Kamppi, Helsinki. Live music from Samba online 🎤🥁, with DJ WILLY and DJ LUCIANARIOS on the decks. Caipirinhas and dancing on the floor.
classical19:00Ensemble Nylandia takes the stage at Musiikkitalo in Helsinki on 11 September 2026.
cinema17:30Documentary film about Oasis's comeback and the Oasis Live '25 tour behind the scenes, featuring rehearsals, concerts, and Liam and Noel Gallagher's first joint interviews in over two decades.
cinema17:30Documentary film about Oasis' comeback tour featuring rehearsal footage, behind-the-scenes material, and concerts, alongside Noel and Liam's first joint interviews in over two decades.
cinema17:45Documentary film about Oasis's comeback and the Oasis Live '25 tour behind the scenes, featuring rehearsals, concerts, and Liam and Noel Gallagher's first joint interviews in over two decades.
cinema17:45Documentary film about Oasis's comeback and the behind-the-scenes story of the Oasis Live '25 tour, featuring rehearsals, concerts, and Liam and Noel Gallagher's first joint interviews in over two decades.
cinema17:45Documentary film following Oasis's comeback tour with behind-the-scenes material, rehearsals, concert footage, and the first joint interviews between Liam and Noel Gallagher in over two decades.
cinema17:45Documentary film about Oasis's comeback and the behind-the-scenes story of the Oasis Live '25 tour, featuring rehearsals, concerts, and Liam and Noel Gallagher's first joint interviews in over two decades.
cinema18:00Documentary film about Oasis' comeback tour. Features rehearsals, concerts, and the first joint interviews between Liam and Noel Gallagher in over two decades.
cinema18:00Documentary film about Oasis's comeback and the behind-the-scenes story of Oasis Live '25, featuring rehearsals, concerts, and Liam and Noel Gallagher's first joint interviews in over two decades.
festival19:30An absurd and playful contemporary circus adventure where two performers navigate sterile environments and muddy terrain with acrobatic virtuosity. Part of the first Helsinki Circus Festival.
cinema20:00Documentary about Oasis's comeback tour Oasis Live '25, featuring behind-the-scenes material, concert footage, and the first joint interviews between the Gallagher brothers in over two decades.
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.
concert19:00Weranta takes the stage at Hangan lava in Jyväskylä.
concert20:00Finnish act Kuningaskalastaja takes the stage at Ö-Talo in Riihimäki, with the show starting at 20:00.
concert20:00BloodBlind performs at Boothill club in Helsinki.
concert20:00Akathartos performs at Underground Club in Helsinki.
concert20:00Three rock bands take the stage at Varjobaari in Tampere - De La Rocka, The Garbagemen, and The Psychward Breakouts.
concert21:00Jazz duo Sebastian Rejman & Petri Somer Duo play at Storyville. Advance tickets are valid only for arrivals before 21:00; later arrivals mean waiting in line.
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Rummikub club meeting on Fridays at Kinaporin senior centre in Helsinki. Join in for classic gameplay!
club16:00A student appro event in Porvoo where participants visit bars, restaurants, and cafes to collect stamps, culminating in official after-parties at Kliffa & Klubben.
club18:00TLK's sitcom-themed sitz where participants dress as their favorite TV series characters. Doors open at 18:00.
club18:00Back to sitzande sitz is a traditional sitzit evening celebrating the start of the school year. Doors open at 18:00 and the sitzit begins at 18:30 at Cor-huset. Open to everyone, dress code is first-day-of-school attire plus overalls if you have them.
club(2 days)
Osakuntadisco is an open party for university students interested in joining a student society. The event takes place on Friday 11.9. from 21:00 to 04:00 on the fifth floor of Ostrobotnia House.
club(2 days)
The official after-party for Kylteriäisten at Fontana Club in Vaasa. Advance ticket holders are guaranteed entry between 22:00 and 23:30.
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Fiktio takes eurodance in its own direction at Las Palmas Kimmeli. The evening evolves from remixes and reworkings toward a sound that blurs genre boundaries, drawing from house, techno, Finnish sound, and happyhc. DJs: Sohvi Spice, Curry, Marumiini, and Dopameemi.
club(3 days)
Night Garden celebrates 2000s hits across two nights on Friday and Saturday. The covered terrace at Aleksin Piha features karaoke and disco rooms.
club(2 days)
DJ-driven pop night featuring Justin Bieber's biggest hits and pop classics. Friday 11.9 at Samppalinna, age limit K18.
club(2 days)
Club night featuring perreo music at Saaristobaari in Turku. A blend of classic and modern perreo starting at 22:00.
theater18:00A children's theatre production about moving and neighbourhoods, where the main character the Mover explores a new home in Malmi with a neighbour. Free performance recommended for ages 4 and up.
concert(2 days)
Independent singer-songwriter from Helsinki performs bluesy folk music on acoustic guitar. Free entry at Eurohostel.
other12:00An open weaving kiosk where anyone can try weaving on looms without prior experience. Danish textile artist Rosa Tolnov Clausen's project explores the future of weaving.
theater17:00Tulevaisuusteatteri explores human presence through theatrical scenes followed by audience discussions.
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Nursery rhyme session for babies and toddlers featuring rhyme games and verses. Free entry, no advance registration.
other13:00Kossukaravaani is a pub crawl on two buses in Seinäjoki. The event departs from the Frami F building and takes participants through the highlights of South Ostrobothnia.
other16:00Extended Friday program for 9-11-year-olds at Fallkullan farm featuring games, activities, and skipping-rope competitions.
other19:00Fallkullan's extended Friday is an evening for ages 12-17 featuring games, activities, and small horse competitions. The weather will determine whether activities take place outdoors or indoors.
club(2 days)
BONFIRE is a late-night club event in Helsinki starting at 22:00 and running until early morning. Dance, music, and moments worth remembering.
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An art exhibition featuring fabric mandalas designed and created by a group under Lidia Kivinen's guidance throughout the summer.
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ESN FINT Cottage Weekend takes place at Säynäniemi camp (Säynäniementie 100) from 11th to 13th September 2026.
exhibition17:00The exhibition celebrates Lahtis' century-old felt-making tradition. Visitors discover the company's history, production processes, and craftsmanship spanning four generations.
18:00New semester, new faces, and your first proper taste of Finnish student tradition. ESN Savo hosts a blue-and-white sitsit - part academic ceremony,
other18:00A peaceful reading hour in Topelius Park by Töölö Library. The library offers refreshments and blankets, and moves indoors to the library if it rains.
concert21:00Pleasant Flow concert at The Spot in Helsinki on Friday evening.
exhibition10:00Entrance ticket to Tytyri Elämyskaivos mine with free access to exhibitions and the family-friendly Peikkoluola area approximately 100 metres underground.
exhibition12:00Group exhibition featuring eleven artists presenting works in film, sculpture, photography, installation, and graphics.
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.
exhibition10:00Puutio presents colourful landscape paintings that capture impressions of light and colour tones. The exhibition is open in Jyväskylä on the second floor of Popper putiikin.
exhibition12:00Two artists present their work: Heimonen displays his early creations from the 1990s to today, Karela paintings exploring remembered landscapes.
market09:00Suurtoripäivä Market Day at Keuruu Square features around 20 vendors with a varied selection of products. The event is larger than a typical market day but smaller than a full market.
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The Finnish Heart Foundation offers personal health measurements and advice at Kampi service centre.
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Language students take you on an armchair journey around the world through their own stories and cultures. Coffee and snacks included.
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The Finland-Syria Friendship Association and Kontula Library offer weekly Arabic-language consultations. The service is free and open to all.
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Peer support group for pensioners whose loved ones struggle with substance abuse. The group meets 12 times and focuses on shared experience and practical tools for wellbeing.
lecture13:00Guided tour to Ruiskumestarin House, the oldest wooden building in Helsinki's old town, built in 1818. Discover a 19th-century official's home in Kronohagen.
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Spanish language café on Fridays at Oodi library. Practice Spanish in a small group with a native speaker.
other10:00Ranua Resort Wildlife Park is one of Finland's northernmost zoos, home to Arctic and native Finnish animals in a natural Lapland setting.
other10:00Kukkuluuruu music session for babies under 10 months at Malminkartano youth centre. The guided part starts at 10.30.
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A meeting place for families with young children and people from different cultures at Maatulli Playground, featuring refreshments, activities, and Finnish language practice for adults.
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Orienteering activity for children at Intia playground in Helsinki, where families participate in themed posts and connect with other families.
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Free stick gymnastics for retirees and unemployed people at Kinaporin service centre. The group takes about 15 participants, no advance registration needed.
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Little Mornings is a shared morning session at the library for young children and their caregivers, featuring nursery rhymes, play, and books.
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A relaxed morning gathering for babies and their families to connect with other families and enjoy grilled snacks together.
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The Living Room Games group meets at the community centre to play dice and card games. Come learn new games or play classic favourites - with coffee and light snacks included.
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A guided play session for families featuring shared activities, movement, creative work and music at the playground.
other12:00A dance experience for people over 60 featuring professional instruction, various dance styles, and information about the upcoming Jyväskylä Tanssin aika festival.
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Youth centre event for girls featuring crafts, cooking, and music. Two time slots for different age groups at Maunula youth centre.
other18:00A traditional academic dinner party with a hometown theme, where participants eat, sing, and celebrate together at Lyhdyn fuksisitsit.
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A gentle yoga class for everyone, no prior experience required. Meeting in the P-level foyer.
other18:00TGIF dance class with the theme Best Disney hits showjazz. Soul & Sweat meets on Fridays, each theme taught only once per season. No previous experience required.
other18:00Academic table celebration hosted by Lastu and Diverssi with the theme "Mist sie tuut?". Three-course menu, bring-your-own drinks, overalls and themed attire. Tickets 10 € via kide.app.
other19:00Cosmic Revival evening in Vantaa. The event starts at 19:00 at Ravintola Old Story.
other19:00Saara Toivanen's legendary bingo night comes to Lipa with two rounds, prizes, and free admission.
lecture10:15Free workshop where you learn to use artificial intelligence in your job search - from writing your CV to preparing for interviews and discovering new career opportunities.
lecture12:00Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture10:45Digiguru Device Tips is a free webinar series on practical digital topics. The series covers computer purchasing, Windows setup, Linux, device recycling, and data preservation.
lecture17:00A ghost walk through Helsinki's oldest streets with City Museum guides, where you encounter legendary spirits and mysterious tales from the city's past.
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Family Morning brings together all ages at the playground for play, movement and music. Guided activity from 10.30 to 11.00.
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Morning activity for families with babies and toddlers featuring play, movement, music, and crafts at Laurinniitty Playground.
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A gathering space for babies and families with young children, featuring shared activities around a rotating theme.
other14:00Free creative workshop where you can try art, photography, and crafts with varying themes. No prior experience required.
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A Minecraft gaming group for grades 3-6 where children play together and solve the game's challenges as a team. Free activity in Espoo.
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.
other09:30The Pilke group meets at Kinapori Senior Centre for conversation, peer support and shared activities. Breakfast is included.
other12:30A free art club for children in Kanneltalo's Tempo space, where participants learn various visual art techniques under the guidance of artist Karo Tapivaara.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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Red Nose Company reimagines Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring through four clowns who dance, dissect the classic, and build a ritual filled with silent comedy.
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SOPU ry is selling limited tickets to KiskoFest 2026 on Ratinanniemi on 10.9.2026. Tickets go on sale via Kide.app from 24.8. at 12:00, priced at 26.50 € plus service fee.
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TASO ry member event KiskoFest 2026 at Ratinanniemi on 10.9. Tickets include an app tour, event area access, Nysse travel ticket, overall badge, and after-party at Sin City.
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Biceps hosts Kiskofest for the fifth time: a student event featuring a pub crawl through Tampere, culminating in top artist performances at Ratinanniemi and afterparties until morning.
festival(2 days)
Helga Fuksiaiset is a student event where new students go through various stations and learn about student culture. The event starts at 16:00 in Kaivopuisto and continues later at Apollo.
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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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Exhibition of three artists at Makasiini Contemporary: Tomáš Jetela, Riiko Sakkinen, and Perttu Mäkelä present works spanning figurative to abstract art. Free admission.
lecture14:00A lecture series featuring prominent speakers discussing hope amid global crises, education, digital safety, international law, literature, and art. Attend online or in person.
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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.
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Gaming event for rainbow youth featuring computers, Nintendo Switch, Playstation 5, and VR equipment at Pelitalo Sture.
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A peaceful book club where reading enthusiasts gather to read together in silence. Welcome to bring your own book or borrow one on site.
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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.
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Community theatre group for older adults exploring theatre, music, and visual art. No experience required and you can join at any time.
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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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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KOM Theatre's autumn premiere examines Western indifference to global political crises. Director Susanna Kuparinen presents a fact-based farce and satire where news invades the home.
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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.
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