concert15:00Swedish pop band Dolly Style brings their first headline tour to Finland in autumn 2026 following their Melodifestivalen success and Spotify chart-topper YIHAA.
concert17:00Finnish rock band Exit tours the country with their Turvapaikka tour. The group, celebrating 39 years, brings a message of peace and hope to audiences across Finland.
concert14:00MäSä-Duo performs traditional Finnish folk music on violin and accordion. An energetic concert featuring songs from old masters, sleigh songs and folk melodies.
concert15:00Jazz Jkl Collective performs in Konnevesi with singer Nina Mya, presenting classics from legendary female jazz voices alongside their stories.
sport13:00Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Sotkamo Jymy and Vimpeli Veto at Terrafame Stadium.
sport15:00Women's Superpesis pesäball match between Laitilan Jyske and Jokilaakson Pesäkuula at Laserkeskus Areena.
sport16:00Women's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Manse PP and Jussittaret at Kaupin stadium in Tampere.
sport16:00Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match featuring Puna-Mustat against Koskenkorvan Urheilijat at Meilahden stadium.
festival08:00The children's music group Aarne Alligaattori & Viidakkorumpu performs at the Northern Children's Fair in Oulu.
market10:00Traditional autumn market featuring organic food, local products and handicrafts at Jyväskylä Pavilion.
festival11:00Wool Day traces Finnish wool from sheep to finished products. Visitors can try knitting, felting and other wool crafts with guidance from experienced instructors.
cinema14:00Group Hau's adventure on a tropical island with dinosaurs and a villain threatening to destroy everything. A Finnish family film for children.
concert14:00Ritva Sorvali and Helena Rytti perform songs and love compositions by Kaj Chydenius with piano accompaniment.
concert15:00Konsta Hietanen performs at Lumosali in Lahti on Sunday, September 20 at 3 p.m.
concert15:00Konsta Hietanen performs Finnish classic songs from the 1950s-1990s with new arrangements. The programme features works by Eino Leino, Reino Helismaa, Juha Vainio, Juice Leskinen and Hector.
festival11:00Street Food Siesta in Tapanila brings together food vendors, bouncy castles and family-friendly entertainment for a day of outdoor fun.
festival11:00The Kolibri Festival returns to Caisa with a triple celebration: the festival's 15th year, Caisa's 30th anniversary, and Ninho's 10th anniversary. The programme includes creative workshops, music, dance, storytelling, and a children's book fair for the whole family.
festival16:00Pinsiö Plant Nursery opens its garden as part of the Open Gardens campaign. Visitors can enjoy an illuminated garden, tea, and grilling by the bonfire.
festivalO'Really performs at Harvest Moon Festival.
concert14:00The Äänekoski Harmonica Orchestra performs a schlager music concert conducted by Silja Makkonen. A café is available on site.
lecture13:00A discussion about wool's journey from sheep to craft, featuring Hilda Jokinen and Taitoliitto. Bring your own craft project and work on it during the event.
club16:00ESN Uni Helsinki hosts an autumn cafe at Cafe Regatta featuring traditional Finnish pastries, hot drinks, and friendly company.
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Artist Sari Järvinen presents an exhibition of imaginary landscapes that invite contemplation. Her colourful works develop layer by layer through intuition and experimentation.
concert15:00Pianist Tuomas Kangas presents an autumn solo recital featuring classical works inspired by gardens and forests.
festival08:00Dance Stage Convention takes place in Helsinki from 17 to 20 September 2026. A single-day ticket covers the programme for one day of the event.
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A joint exhibition by two artists whose intuitively created works engage in visual dialogue. Open during the library's opening hours.
11:00A four-hour wellness morning combining reformer pilates, yoga, a gratitude-themed session, and brunch. All levels welcome.
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.
exhibition12:00Two 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.
exhibitionTraditional mare and foal exhibition organized by Hämeen hevosjalostusliiton at Teivon racecourse in Ylöjärvi.
exhibition12:00The Valimomuseo's summer exhibition explores how artist Ilmari Huitin captured light and shadow in interior spaces and landscapes. Fourteen paintings from the 1930s-1950s, many shown for the first time, reveal his distinctive use of translucent curtains and the interplay of light and form.
lecture15:00Author Marja-Liisa Tuurna presents her new book about Eeva-Liisa Manner's life and work. The programme features poetry readings and composed verse.
other10:00Gentle yoga combined with sauna bathing and sound bath on a morning session at Uunisauna in Karkkila.
other13:00Learn basic clothing repairs at Helsinki Central Library Oodi. Sew on buttons, fix zippers, and patch holes - no experience required.
other14:00A free dance class for young children to explore their own movement and expression through play and experimentation. Adults can remain present, and a quiet zone is available for rest.
lecture15:00Art history student Eveliina Perttuli guides visitors through Frans Toikkanen's cat artworks. The tour is interactive and built on collective conversation.
lecture10:00Asahi is a calm and accessible health exercise form for all ages. Taina Jokinen leads the class at Luovis in Sysmä.
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.
other11:00Three burlesque workshops at Jyväskylä Dance Studio: shoulder roll technique, Tribal Fusion belly dance, and stage presence through the gaze. Registration closes on 13.9.
other14:00Pottery workshop at GTC Café every Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Shape and decorate your own piece under the guidance of a skilled instructor, suitable for ages 7 and up.
other10:00Sunday service at Lumijoki library with the theme Jesus and life, led by Olli Lohi and cantor Laura Räihä.
exhibition12:00The National Workers' Hall Museum in Riihimäki welcomes visitors on Sundays from May to September, 12:00-16:00.
other12:30A slow and meditative yoga style with long-held poses for relaxation and deep muscle stretching.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival(3 days)
Two-day music festival at Joensuu Arena celebrating Guru Entertainment & Security Oy's 20th anniversary, featuring Lyömättömät, Jukka Poika, DJ Orion and more.
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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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Joel Hallikainen & Herrasmiehet take the stage for a dance evening at Keurusselkä Resort in Keuruu.
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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.
cinema(3 days)
A gripping war film about the critical days before D-Day, when General Eisenhower and Captain Stagg must make a fateful decision about the invasion of Normandy.
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.
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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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Viljami Heinonen's exhibition Threshold explores interiors, memories, and psychological spaces. The paintings unite decorative beauty with deeper meaning, layering and abstraction.
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Hannu Väisänen's exhibition explores the colour and form of doors and gates. A Rajasthani door from a 1996 watercolour sketch inspired the artist to create a new painting series investigating colour interaction and the simultaneous abstract and figurative nature of painting.
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Helsinki-based painter Miisa Mäkeläinen's exhibition Lemmenlätäkkö presents works that reference nature and embodiment, where forms and colours create harmony.
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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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Martti Suosalo plays the interstellar soldier Starman, who arrives on Earth to intervene in humanity's biodiversity crisis. Raila Leppäkoski's minimalist monologue explores the state of nature and humanity's future.
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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.
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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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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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