concert19:00English experimental folk band Current 93 performs at Savoy Theatre. The concert is organized by TuskaLive and Blow Up That Gramophone.
concert19:00Estonian pop artist NOËP performs at On The Rocks. He is known for his blend of electronic and indie pop and won four Estonian music awards in 2022.
concert19:30Legendary American hard rock band Spread Eagle performs in Finland for the first time. Concert at Bar Loose on 16.9 at 19:30.
concert18:00Timo Kämäräinen presents his new Finnish-language pop album Laulu pelastaa. The versatile musician and composer performs on guitar, vocals, and with his own ensemble.
concert19:00Finnish band Aknestik celebrates 40 years with an anniversary tour at Suisto-klubbi in Hämeenlinna.
concert18:00The Helsinki soul band Pratt & Moody takes the stage at G Livelab. The duo of Tuomo Prättälä and Markus Nordenstreng showcases their debut album, arriving in October.
concert22:00Spanish guitarist Francisco Bernier performs Manuel de Falla's music and other classical guitar masterworks at Pirkkala Old Church. The concert celebrates Falla's 150th birthday and takes listeners on a journey through Spanish and Latin American guitar music.
concert18:00Louder! is a concert series for young metal bands in Helsinki. Tonight features Neurosect, Brainterror and Leashed to Kill.
sport18:30Liiga ice hockey match between IFK Helsinki and Jukurit.
sport18:30Liiga ice hockey match between Karpat and Ilves in Oulu.
sport18:30Liiga ice hockey match featuring Kouvola's KooKoo against JYP.
cinema09:15A classic Swedish family film about the young robber girl Ronja and her adventures. Suitable for the whole family.
concert09:00Violinist Lotta Marie performs at Messukeskus.
sport18:30Finnish Elite League ice hockey match between HIFK and Jukurit at home in Helsinki.
concert19:00Memorial concert honouring musician Markku "Suho Superstar" Suarez, featuring Jimsonweed, Nasty Needs, Jericho Fuzz and guest performers.
sport16:00Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match featuring Puna-Mustat against Koskenkorvan Urheilijat at Meilahden stadium.
concert19:00Two Finnish progressive metal bands deliver instrumental music packed with technical skill, strong melodies, and dynamic energy at Korjaamo.
concert18:00Jenni Lappalainen presents Ilmari Hannikainen's unpublished songs with soprano Kaisa Ranta. Several works will be heard for the first time in nearly a century.
concert19:00Tomi Salesvuo East Funk Attack performs at Sellosali in Espoo - a high-energy funk concert.
concert19:00Weranta takes the stage on board Tallink m/s Victoria in Helsinki for an evening concert.
festival14:00Hansa Approt is a free student event at Hansakortteli shopping centre where you collect stamps at different locations and win surprise buckets.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up club featuring Finnish and international comedians performing mainly in Finnish. An approximately 2-hour programme including a break.
festival16:00Free neighbourhood event at Kanneltalo featuring workshops, sport presentations, music and entertainment for the whole family.
festival18:00Kanneltalo hosts a neighborhood celebration with free programming for all ages, culminating in Grande Mahogany's free concert at 6 p.m.
club16:30Open salsa event at Vuotalo Hall for everyone - dancers and spectators welcome. Guided salsa dancing, music, coffee and board games. Free, no advance registration needed.
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Atkins rf's themed party returns with a wild west vibe. Cowboy and sheriff costumes take centre stage, with the first 125 guests receiving a commemorative overalls badge.
cinemaFilm screening Kino Kosmos at Pub Huurupiilo in Tampere.
cinema12:00The short film "Iisi Keissi" follows a young man's choices in the criminal underworld of the suburbs. After the screening, you will meet director Ali Al-Saffu.
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Free children's film screening at Lumon Library. The film is suitable for all ages or from 7 years old, and you can bring your own snacks.
cinema17:00Three dance films featuring older adults in leading roles are screened and discussed under the guidance of community artist Elli Isokoski.
theater18:00METKA Speksi presents interactive improvisation theatre "Ella's Wonderful Adventures", where the audience can interrupt scenes and change their direction. A completely student-made performance at Arabiasali.
concert18:00A tango journey from Argentina to Finland with singer Helena Haaparanta and pianist Tobias Schenk. Classic and contemporary tangos in a free concert.
concert19:00Jazz Jkl Collective presents vocalist Nina Mya performing classics from Carmen McRae, Dinah Washington, Billie Holiday and Laila Kinnunen, accompanied by stories of these legendary artists' lives and careers.
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An international puppet theatre festival showcasing professional puppet theatre companies and artists from around the world on Tampere's stages. The programme includes performances, workshops and activities for all ages.
festival10:15Leikkipuisto and MLL Family Café host a harvest festival with entertainment and food tastings. Bring your own food to grill.
festival16:00A checkpoint adventure for new students exploring freshman traditions and student culture. The goal is to teach TROK's mascot Troko proper behaviour during a fun circuit through Kupittaa park.
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Kalevankadun Approt is a festive evening in Seinäjoki on 16.9. where participants collect stamps from official locations in an appro pass. The evening concludes with an afterparty at the stadium.
festival17:00Welcome party for Oulu's new fuksit at Kiikelinpuisto with an ARI theme, games, and the fuksit oath. Prizes for best costume, party continues at 45 Specia.
festival17:00Remburssin fuksisitsit is a Back to 2016-themed evening with singing, dinner, and new friends. Participants are encouraged to dress in 2016 style, and the best-dressed will be rewarded.
festival17:00A traditional autumn relay race for engineering students in Pori. Form a team, navigate stations around the city, enjoy food and sauna, and celebrate at Jolly Joker.
festival17:00Haalarinkastajaiset ceremony for new nursing and physiotherapy students in Rovaniemi. The event features city orienteering and the wearing of overalls, plus possible prizes. Free event with registration via "ticket purchase".
festival17:30Beginner-friendly introduction to sitsit culture with the theme "Where are you from?". Vegetarian pizza, overall badge, and a safe environment for everyone.
festival17:45An inland water cruise on Lake Pyhäjärvi featuring mini-banquets, trivia, and bingo, organized by Tamko and Humako.
festival18:00Jimpo's academic year opening for forestry engineering students at Laulutalo in Joensuu, featuring activities and socializing.
lecture18:00Joonas Widenius presents his flamenco guitar textbook alongside vocalist Anna Murtola and dancer Ingrid Mugu. The event is part of the World Music Centre's GMC Sessions series.
lecture18:00Crime fiction authors Hanne Dahl and Heikki Valkama build a crime novel plot together with the audience at Tapiola Library in Espoo.
lecture18:00Eila Kautto shares stories about classic works and Spanish-Latin American culture. The series meets every other Wednesday in autumn at the North Haaga Library.
cinema09:00A short film programme for young children featuring silent Moomin adventures. The screening takes place at Vuotalo's Vuosali hall in Helsinki and is completely free.
12:00A free senior coffee morning with chair exercises, grip strength testing, and information about city services for older adults.
exhibition15:00A media art exhibition and performance curated by Kisito Assangni exploring identity and technology from a global perspective. The programme features works by international artists and Joseph Ijoyemi's performance.
concert19:30Heikki Hallanoro presents Piano Mindfulness, a concert blending classical piano with guided mindfulness practice.
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A stage work based on Mirkka Rekola's poems, where movement and music interweave memory, longing, and the significance of queer literature.
lecture18:00A series of author talks at Malmitalo. In September, Matti Rönkä visits, known for his Viktor Kärppä novels and as a news anchor for Yle.
festival09:00Luksia showcases its educational programmes at Karkkila square. Eighth and ninth graders can explore different specializations, try practical tasks, and chat with students and teachers.
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Sibelius Academy early music students perform lunch concerts in the book tower of Richardinkatu Library. Free admission.
concert13:30Music teachers from Kallion music school perform at Kontula service centre.
concert18:00A Kantele Day concert featuring musicians from across Central Finland, from hobbyists to professionals. The programme showcases kanteles of different types and various musical styles.
concert20:00The acoustic folk duo Tom & Suzy performs at Eurohostel with a focus on classic songs.
concert20:00Hungarian thrash metal band Zord performs in Helsinki with Finnish punk/hardcore act Pornogeneraatori and Turku-based Crackwhore.
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Pore rf's Craft Beer Appro takes students on a tour of Helsinki's craft beer bars to explore autumn specialty brews. The event includes badge collection and an afterparty.
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Myllypuro Library's chess club welcomes players of all ages and abilities. Flexible start time, no commitment - drop in whenever it suits you.
club16:30O'Diako hosts remote fuksiaiset on Zoom with a pirate theme. Fuksit and other participants complete tasks in breakout rooms, collect points and win prizes. The event concludes with a fuksivala ceremony where new students are initiated into Diak.
club18:00Fuksisitsit in the basement of YO-house in Lappeenranta. The theme is a wrong party, featuring singing, speeches, and good company. Warm food and aperitif included in the ticket.
lecture18:00History professor Anu Lahtinen explores how European love has changed from the Middle Ages to today. Part of the Helsinki City Library's event series.
club18:00JASTOs freshman sitsit at Teerenpeli. A sitsit event for new students to learn how to participate together. Friendship is magic theme and overalls.
lecture18:00Author and longtime news correspondent Matti Rönkä visits Malmi Library to discuss his latest Viktor Kärppä novel and his writing career. Free admission.
club20:00TSTS rf members' evening featuring Kaalimatobingo and an after-party at Doris. The after-party opens to everyone from 21:00.
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Student party at Club Escape with DJ music until the early morning hours. Dress code is your own reiviasu outfit - the wilder the better.
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Joint afterparty for Tutin and CoMedia's freshman events at Fontana club. Open to all students, tickets 6 euros.
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Exhibition of finalists from the international jewellery competition Aqua Ambra Aquila at Museo Kruunu in Espoo.
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Silversmith Mauri Haapamäki has been named Goldsmith of the Year 2026. The exhibition showcases the rare and endangered silversmith craft at the Espoo museum Kruunu.
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The legendary Drawing Hall of the University of Helsinki showcases the history of drawing instruction from the 18th century to today. Visitors can sketch the plaster cast collection themselves.
lecture17:30Information session about different forms of foster care in Helsinki. Meet experienced foster families and learn how you can support children and young people.
lecture18:00Writer Jaakko Aarniala visits Töölö Library to discuss his historical novel Helsingejoen lapset, set in medieval Helsinki and following two teenage siblings.
lecture18:05Anders Mård describes how Russia changed during the war: the country's isolation from the West, growing authoritarianism, and propaganda's impact on people's everyday lives.
stand-up19:00English-language stand-up comedy night featuring Finnish and international comedians at Limbo Bar in Helsinki. Hosted by Mebe.
theater18:00A dance and circus performance for children following Vekkuli-Vilma's journey to the mysterious village of Metkala. The show features dancing, acrobatics, and fun puzzles to solve.
theater18:00A new play exploring the power of literacy. A heavenly council meets a ninth-grade teacher in this Kajana City Theatre production, where classical and modern worlds collide.
other12:00Senior Coffee with chair gymnastics, grip strength measurement, and information about the city's service centres. Coffee and socialising.
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The children's comic workshop introduces kids to comic creation, from initial ideas through character design to finished stories.
other17:15Free grill evening for Kuopio hospitality management students with food and group transport to Rauhalahti.
other18:00Practice sitsit for media studies students at Pakkahuone featuring the dress code theme "Dress as your type" and introducing sitsit traditions to new students.
concert19:00A jazz and world music concert in Oulu featuring the OMJ Jazz & Etno ensemble.
lecture18:45Writer Jussi Ahlroth presents a five-part lecture series on Western philosophers from a Buddhist perspective, based on his book "A Letter from Buddha".
11:00Monthly gathering for Master's students featuring coffee and treats in the W-room.
exhibition11:00Wear blue, green or red and get free entry to Gallen-Kallelan Museum's exhibition on colourist art from the 1910s. A theme day bringing together three colour-themed Dress in Colour days from summer.
exhibition12:00The Drawing Studio opens temporary premises at the Science Museum Liekki's exhibition center. The exhibition features highlights from the plaster collection and works by artists from the studio's history, with drawing master Vappu Rossi sharing the studio's story. You can also draw in the space.
17:00Paintball tournament hosted by KY-Sport and TLKS. Wear sporty clothes and bring your competitive spirit to Splat.
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Black & White Party at Cellar - dress code is strictly black and white. 🕺🕺 Tickets go on sale September 9th: €3 for HanSe members, €5 for non-members.
lecture11:00A series of cultural lectures from the Pitäjänmäki-Konala district association covering Thai culinary history, the Middle East, ancient Greek philosophy, Renaissance art, and Berlin. Lectures take place on different dates throughout the autumn.
theater17:00Theatre rehearsals at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila. Free entry.
other11:00A guided painting group at the community centre where participants create art together under the instruction of Lidia.
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.
exhibition10:00Entrance ticket to Tytyri Elämyskaivos mine with free access to exhibitions and the family-friendly Peikkoluola area approximately 100 metres underground.
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.
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Rotating guided activities for toddlers at the playground - play, singing, and fun sessions both indoors and outdoors.
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other21:00Parent support group for children with neurodevelopmental differences, meeting monthly in the evening. Free participation with no registration required.
lecture09:15Free training for outdoor activity volunteers in Karkkila with lunch included. Open to both working-age people and retirees.
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Enter rf volunteers help seniors with smartphones, tablets, and computers. Bring your own device and receive personalized guidance.
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A ten-session mental wellbeing group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki, teaching practical tools for a better life.
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An open discussion group for children and parents exploring emotions and emotional regulation. Meets at Koivukyla Library on three Wednesday mornings in autumn.
lecture10:30Information session on early childhood education where you can ask about kindergartens, playgrounds, and family day care, as well as the application process. A service advisor and kindergarten director will be present.
lecture11:00Information session for a new writers' group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki with a service centre card.
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Youth budget workshop for ages 13-17 where young people influence Helsinki's youth services budget and help plan activities for 2027.
lecture13:00Free group coaching for Helsinki residents under 30 who are considering entrepreneurship or have already started a business. Four three-hour sessions in September covering business ideas, business planning, and essential entrepreneurship topics.
lecture13:00Business Helsinki offers a free marketing course for entrepreneurs. Instructor Pia Partanen covers marketing fundamentals in a practical way and helps you apply the knowledge to your own business.
lecture13:30Women from the greater Helsinki area gather to read Kanteletar, the female counterpart to the Kalevala epic.
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Free digital support at Itäkeskus Library. Get help with computers, tablets, smartphones, internet, email, and filling out official forms.
lecture14:30A lecture on Helvi Juvonen, a modernist poet who lived in contradiction between her art and her faith, and how society's prejudices shaped her life and work.
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Free digital guidance at a service centre for seniors, with instructions on mobile phone and computer skills. Bring your own device!
lecture17:00Webinar on the update of downtown Helsinki's master plans. Ask questions to the planners and participate anonymously or under your own name.
lecture17:00The opening of the Inner Development Goals reading circle brings together non-fiction authors to discuss community development and connection as a tool for change.
lecture17:00A lecture on the history and present-day situation of Ingrian Finns, presented by Dr. Hanna-Riitta Toivanen-Kola.
lecture17:00An informative forest walk in Kannelmäki's woods exploring Helsinki's new forest management guidelines. The walk lasts about two hours and welcomes anyone interested in nature conservation and urban forests.
lecture17:30A silent reading circle at the youth centre in Kuokkala where readers gather without distractions. Bring your own book, enjoy coffee and pastries, and read together in a calm setting.
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A fiction reading circle where participants meet to discuss upcoming books together.
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A reading circle at Myyrmäki Library that meets monthly on Wednesdays. September's discussion focuses on Ann Napolitano's novel "Kaunokaisia". Participation is voluntary and free.
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Novellikoukku is a library event where you listen to a short story read aloud and can knit if you wish. Needles are optional - you can simply listen and enjoy.
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A monthly reading circle at Itäkeskus Library meeting on Wednesdays in autumn 2026. The group discusses books on current topics, and participation is open to everyone.
other10:00Ranua Resort Wildlife Park is one of Finland's northernmost zoos, home to Arctic and native Finnish animals in a natural Lapland setting.
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Bus transfer to the Nuoli cruise from Savonlinna to Helsinki on 7-8 October. The bus departs Savonlinna at 11.00 and returns at 22.30. Note: the ticket covers transport only, not the cruise.
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Baby Morning brings together togetherness, play, movement, nursery rhymes and music for children of all ages.
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Small children meet at Santahamina Playground on Wednesdays for shared games, movement and nature exploration.
other10:00A play activity at the Pihlajisto playground where children and families can play together and get to know their neighbors.
other10:00Free craft activities for the whole family at Mellunmäki playground with different themes each time.
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Story time at the playground featuring different tales with rotating themes. Feel free to bring your own book.
other10:30Early childhood music education for babies and toddlers aged 3 months to 3 years. Songs, instruments, and movement games. Free.
other14:00Free guided walking tour of Oulunkylä's historic sites, from Seurahuone to Puukirkko and Oulunkylä Church.
other16:00Free vegetarian cooking workshop for young people at two youth centres in Helsinki. Requires written guardian permission.
other16:30A baking workshop where you learn to make Finnish pastries with JAMKO. Ingredients and tools are provided, and multiple start times are available.
other17:00An orienteering course for new students with the theme "Be Your Idol". Start from Täikontori, solve controls around Kemi city centre, and finish with bingo at Corner Inn.
other17:00Abstract painting workshop led by Paula Janhonen, where autumn's deep tones and colours inspire the creative process. No prior experience required.
other17:00Free drawing and painting workshop for young people led by a professional artist. Develop your skills and create your own work on Wednesday afternoons throughout autumn.
other18:00A traditional student dinner party for new environmental science students at Lukema, where you learn the customs and rules of sitsit. The ticket includes food, two drinks and an overall badge.
other18:00A student party for freshmen at Kosmos Buran in Rovaniemi, where participants dress as characters from a reality show. The event includes a three-course dinner and an after-party at a pub.
other18:00Entrepreneurs from Karkkila and nearby municipalities hike together to Suoniemi shelter for nature and networking. Sausages and fruit juice are provided.
lecture17:00Lecture series on ancient paintings spanning European Paleolithic cave art and Finland's Stone Age rock paintings.
lecture09:00Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture12:00Seniors teach other seniors how to use digital devices. Bring your own device and charger.
lecture11:00Music educator Satu Luomajoki leads a group singing session featuring folk melodies, popular songs, and classical music. Meets weekly at Maunula House, free with no advance registration required.
lecture12:30A lecture series on Verdi's most celebrated operas, open to all interested listeners regardless of prior musical knowledge.
lecture13:00Music educator Satu Luomajoki leads a weekly singing group at Gustavsgård Service Centre where participants sing folk melodies, schlager, and classical music together. Participation is free.
lecture14:00Finnish language conversation group at Pasila Library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Groups available for all levels from beginners to advanced.
lecture17:00A five-part lecture series on the architecture and history of North Africa's best-preserved ancient cities, presented throughout September.
lecture18:30A lecture series on the history of clothing from prehistoric times to the end of the 20th century. Tuija Ekegren explores fashion's evolution through European art, court intrigues and cultural phenomena tied to dress.
lecture13:00Free online workshop where you will receive guidance on creating a job seeker profile on the Labour Market Platform. The workshop is designed for Helsinki residents with basic computer skills.
lecture18:00A young adult evening at Silmu featuring missionary couple Perendit as guests. Food, conversation and fellowship for ages 18-40.
lecture13:00Three literature lectures exploring classic works and their contexts, led by Katri Sola at Töölö Service Centre in Helsinki.
lecture13:00Open literature lecture series with FM Katri Sola. The first session explores Maggie O'Farrell's novel Lucrezia's Portrait.
lecture16:30Guided tour of rotating exhibitions at the Finnish Museum of Crafts, held every third Wednesday of the month. Admission is included in the ticket price.
lecture13:00Information session on supported job search for non-native speakers, offering help with job hunting and Finnish language in the workplace. The service is suited for retail, tourism, hospitality, and property management roles.
lectureJerusalem Bible House event at Parkano City Library.
lecture17:00The reading circle at Muhos Library discusses two new books. The event is open to all without registration.
lecture20:00Advice for parents on stress and digital use in autism spectrum families, featuring an expert from the Autism Association. Held online via Microsoft Teams with no advance registration needed.
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A guided activity for babies and their parents in the playground featuring play, music, songs and movement.
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Free story time evening for families where tales come alive through interactive characters.
other09:30Young people brainstorm what Helsinki should fund for youth. A workshop day at Luuppi where ideas are voted on by local schools.
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.
other09:15Circus course for 1-2-year-olds and their caregivers. Sessions develop strength, coordination, and dexterity while introducing acrobatics. Parental participation in exercises is mandatory.
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.
other10:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other10:30Circus course for baby families with children aged 6-12 months, developing strength, coordination, and acrobatics together with a parent. Free at Stoa's music hall in September and October.
other15:00Two saunas on Lake Päijänne's shore open every Wednesday afternoon - a contemporary landscape sauna and a traditional wood-fired sauna with swimming opportunities between sessions.
other17:30Gentle yoga and sound bowl relaxation followed by dinner at a farm in Muurame.
otherMTK-haukut is an event at Nyrölätalo in Jyväskylä.
lecture09:00Virtual open day for Kiipulan Vocational School where you can learn about educational programmes and campuses online.
other12:00Veskan local office offers free advice on welfare services, group activities and hearing aid maintenance. Services are available by appointment on weekdays.
lecture10:00A free digital club where you learn about data protection and how to identify digital fraud on Android and Windows devices.
other14:00Free exercise for older adults at three locations in Hankasalmi. Movements can be done seated and no advance registration is needed.
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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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.
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An international group exhibition curated by Kisito Assangni for Pixelache Helsinki at the Museum of Technology. Thirteen artists present their work across the autumn.
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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.
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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 clown musical about creating art, aging, and mortality, inspired by ancient mythology and performed by two seasoned clowns and a musician.
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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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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.
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Six women compete in a reality-TV theatre show on the National Theatre's main stage. Kristian Smedsin's new production blends anarchist comedy with reality-TV format.
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Two actresses interpret Nobel laureate Imre Kertesz's novel about a lost book, memory, and European history. A psychological thriller exploring the search for a hidden work.
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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.
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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.
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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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iik!week at Linnanmäki is a seasonal horror festival at Helsinki's amusement park featuring various scary attractions and experiences for teenagers and adults.
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Korkeasaari opens extended hours for autumn evenings 14-18 September, 10:00-22:00. The island is beautifully lit in the evening with guided animal feeding, evening walks, and dining.
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An autumn celebration for new students in Kaivopuisto featuring medieval-themed stations, competitions, and evening parties.
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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.
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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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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.
+ 1058 more long-running events — see the calendar.