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Tue 22.9.
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Helsinki
Jokerit – Pelicans
Liiga ice hockey match between Jokerit and Pelicans.
Tue, 22 Sep 2026 in Helsinki
Starting today
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
concert
Fri 28.8. – Mon 28.8.
Kiasma-teatteri, Helsinki
23 €
(732 days)
Ánnámáret: Bálvvosbáiki
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.
musical
Tue 18.8. – Thu 31.12.
Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
(136 days)
& Julia
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.
lecture
Sat 16.5. – Thu 24.9.
Finlandia-talo, Helsinki
15€
in progress
Architecture Walk in English: Aalto in Helsinki
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.
festival
Tue 16.6. – Tue 15.12.
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Baby Cinema
Free film screenings for families with babies at Pasila Library, with a baby-friendly environment featuring dimmed lighting, lower sound levels, and freedom of movement.
exhibition
Tue 18.8. – Sun 8.8.
Ateneumin taidemuseo, Helsinki
https://ateneum.fi/au…
(356 days)
Modern Classics: Elga Sesemann
This exhibition presents Elga Sesemann's (1922-2007) extensive artistic output and her significant role in modern Finnish art. Ateneum Art Museum, 18.8.2026-8.8.2027.
club
Fri 14.8. – Fri 28.5.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(288 days)
Karaoke
Free karaoke evening at Stadi Community Centre Alppila. Open to everyone - no experience needed. You can sing or just listen.
lecture
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Jakomäen kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Jakomäki Library Reading Circle
A reading circle at Jakomäki Library where participants discuss books together. Open group that welcomes new members at any time.
lecture
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Poetry Salon
An open poetry salon where participants discuss and share their favorite poems in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
lecture
Thu 27.8. – Thu 19.11.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(85 days)
Book Circle
A literary discussion group meeting four times in autumn to explore books by international authors, led by Susanne Ahlroth.
lecture
Thu 27.8. – Thu 17.12.
Maunulan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Maunulan Library Crime Fiction Reading Circle
A monthly crime fiction reading group at Maunulan Library where readers discuss detective novels together over coffee or tea.
club
Thu 11.6. – Thu 10.12.
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Pasila Library Silent Reading Circle
A monthly silent reading circle at Pasila Library where participants read quietly together. Each person brings their own book and enjoys a peaceful reading session without discussion.
club
Fri 3.7. – Fri 18.12.
Kinaporin seniorikeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Bridge
Bridge club meets every Friday at Kinaporin senior centre. A classic card game for all skill levels.
club
Fri 24.7. – Fri 11.12.
Laajasalon palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(141 days)
Men's Group at Laajasalo Service Centre
A men's group meets at Laajasalo Service Centre for conversation and companionship. The event is for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
club
Wed 12.8. – Wed 16.12.
Puistolan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Knitting Club
Free knitting club at Puistola Library on Wednesday evenings. Suitable for both beginners and experienced craft enthusiasts.
club
Fri 14.8. – Fri 11.12.
Stadin yhteisötalo Pihlajamäki, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Karaoke
Karaoke for singers of all levels, from beginners to experienced. No singing talent required, and you can also just listen.
club
Fri 21.8. – Fri 11.12.
Vesalan nuorisotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Rainbow Evening
Vesala youth centre opens its doors to rainbow youth and their allies. Welcome to 12-17-year-olds who are rainbow people or thinking about rainbow issues.
other
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Therapy Dogs at Töölö Library
Therapy dogs from the Finnish Kennel Club visit Töölö Library on Wednesdays. Come pet the dogs without booking in the library foyer.
lecture
Tue 18.8. – Tue 15.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Tuesday Meditation
A meditation session exploring body-mind awareness and deepening concentration under the guidance of musician Kalle Ylitalo, who brings ten years of Buddhist meditation practice experience.
lecture
Wed 19.8. – Wed 16.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Senior Reading Circle
The senior reading circle meets once a month to read today's newspapers together, discuss the news, and share thoughts. You can also attend just to listen.
theater
Tue 18.8. – Sat 12.12.
Nostage-tila, Helsinki
49€
(117 days)
Intro - Taikuuden alkusoitto by Robert Jägerhorn
Robert Jägerhorn's close-up magic session where illusions unfold right before your eyes. An intimate performance for just 12 spectators, blending storytelling, humor, and magic.
other
Mon 17.8. – Mon 23.11.
Kalasataman kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(99 days)
Baby Mornings
A gathering place for babies and families at Kalasatama Library on Mondays. The programme features a nursery rhyme session and time to socialise with other families.
other
Tue 18.8. – Tue 24.11.
Kalasataman kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(99 days)
Game Day
Board game and PlayStation 5 day for grades 3-6. Every Tuesday, children learn a new game and play together.
other
Tue 18.8. – Tue 24.11.
Jätkäsaaren kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(99 days)
Evening Story Time
Open evening story time at Jätkäsaari Library where Finnish stories are read for children and their families.
other
Thu 20.8. – Thu 26.11.
Kalasataman kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(99 days)
Skidien Evenings
Evening programme for preschool children and parents at Kalasatama Library featuring storytelling and craft activities.
other
Fri 21.8. – Fri 27.11.
Kalasataman kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(99 days)
After-school activities for schoolchildren
Free after-school activities for primary school children at Kalasatama Library featuring crafts, games, and fun.
exhibition
Fri 5.6. – Sun 3.1.
Arkkitehtuuri- ja designmuseo, Helsinki
0-23€
in progress
Aalto Design - Forms of Wellbeing
The Architecture and Design Museum presents the Aalto legacy through a wellbeing lens, featuring drawings, furniture, artworks and rarely seen items from the museum's collections.
exhibition
Fri 12.6. – Sun 4.10.
Lasipalatsin aukio, Helsinki
https://amosrex.fi/na…
in progress
Dansbana!
Amos Rex's summer installation transforms Lasipalatsi Square into an interactive dance floor with sculptural plant figures and free movement for all visitors.
exhibition
Thu 25.6. – Fri 25.9.
Vuotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Made in Vuosaari - Vuotalo Courtyard
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.
exhibition
Thu 20.8. – Sat 26.9.
Vuotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
(38 days)
Towards the Unknown - Pasi Pitkänen's Illustrations of Thrilling Adventures
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.
other
Fri 22.5. – Sat 31.10.
Vanha kirkkopuisto - Ruttopuisto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Epic Scape: Forgotten Graves
Epic Scape's location-based game guides you through the Old Church Park with five riddles. Follow Mrs. Granstedt and a mysterious being to uncover the park's hidden secrets.
lecture
Thu 2.7. – Thu 17.12.
✨ New
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Mind & Flash
An open brain-teaser group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki. Exercise your memory with word games and puzzles.
lecture
Thu 2.7. – Thu 17.12.
✨ New
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Memory Group
A peer-support group for people with a memory disease diagnosis. Meetings include news exchange and activities such as brain exercises, music, and physical activity.
lecture
Wed 8.7. – Wed 30.12.
✨ New
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in 4 days (176 days)
Open Memory Support Group
Open memory support group for people with a memory disease diagnosis or memory challenges. The group offers peer support, discussion, and activities to support memory at Kannelmäki service centre.
lecture
Wed 8.7. – Wed 9.12.
✨ New
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in 4 days (155 days)
Reading Hours
Reading Hours is a free reading group for pensioners and unemployed people that meets on Wednesdays in even-numbered weeks at the Kannelmäki service centre. A volunteer reads stories followed by discussion over coffee.
lecture
Tue 25.8. – Tue 15.12.
Suutarilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Finnish Language Café
Finnish language café at Suutarila Library where participants practice Finnish through discussion of current topics.
lecture
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Rikhardinkadun kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
The Bookworms Club - English-language Reading Group
An English-language reading group meeting monthly at Richardsgatan Library. August's discussion focuses on Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights.
lecture
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Tapanilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Tapanila Reading Circle
Tapanila Library's reading circle meets monthly to discuss books. This season explores norms and adaptation through five international works.
lecture
Thu 27.8. – Thu 19.11.
Tapanilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(85 days)
Adult Craft Circle
Tapanila Library's craft circle meets monthly to explore various handicraft techniques with a focus on sustainability. In August, participants make reflectors for the autumn season.
lecture
Thu 27.8. – Thu 17.12.
Rikhardinkadun kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Russian Literature Reading Circle
A reading circle exploring Russian literature from classics to contemporary authors, led by Pirjo Aaltonen and Martti Anhava at Richardsgatan Library.
lecture
Sat 29.8. – Sat 12.12.
Tapulikaupungin kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Tapulikaupunki Library Reading Circle
A monthly reading circle at Tapulikaupunki Library on Saturday mornings. This autumn's programme explores art through classic and contemporary works.
theater
Mon 31.8. – Sat 19.12.
✨ New
Arena-näyttämö - Helsingin kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
(111 days)
Home Team
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.
other
Tue 11.8. – Tue 15.12.
✨ New
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Library Gym
Free library gym at Tölö Library led by Elina and Tapio. Stretching, muscle conditioning and socializing. Outdoors in summer.
other
Wed 19.8. – Wed 9.12.
✨ New
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Reading Dog at Tölö Library
Practice reading aloud with a patient reading dog at Tölö Library. The dog reduces reading stress and is especially helpful for people with dyslexia.
other
Tue 7.7. – Tue 29.12.
✨ New
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in 3 days (176 days)
Pilke Group
The Pilke Group is a guided peer support group for older adults with current or past substance abuse issues. The group meets regularly with shared breakfast and offers support, companionship, and meaningful activities.
other
Mon 3.8. – Mon 14.12.
Kinaporin seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(134 days)
Painters with Good Spirits
Self-organised painting group for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card. Meets at Kinaportis Senior Centre with your own acrylic paints and materials.
other
Tue 11.8. – Tue 27.10.
Stadin yhteisötalo Lassila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(78 days)
Sewing Workshop
Guided sewing workshop on Mondays at Stadin yhteisötalo Lassila. Bring clothes to repair or use the sewing machine independently. Introduction for beginners, free access for experienced sewers.
other
Thu 13.8. – Thu 29.10.
Stadin yhteisötalo Lassila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(78 days)
Sound Bowl Relaxation
A gentle relaxation session where the resonance of sound bowls guides you into deep calm. Perfect for anyone seeking a moment of stillness.
other
Thu 13.8. – Thu 17.12.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Chair Gymnastics from Video
A half-hour chair gymnastics session guided by Helsinki city videos. Gentle exercise without equipment for everyone.
other
Mon 17.8. – Mon 26.10.
Stadin yhteisötalo Lassila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(71 days)
D&D for Beginners
Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition for beginners. Character creation 2-3 PM, gaming session starts at 3 PM. All game materials provided on-site, no prior experience required.
other
Wed 19.8. – Wed 26.5.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(281 days)
Bridge 47 ry
Bridge 47 ry hosts an event to advance global civic education and sustainable development through collaboration and advocacy.
+ 97 more long-running events — see the calendar.