concert19:00Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus take the stage in Tampere. The band released their seventh studio album Tuomiojärvi in 2025.
concert19:00Irina performs her biggest hits in acoustic arrangements with harmonica artist Niko Kumpuvaara and multi-instrumentalist Joakim Berghäll.
concert20:00Uniklubi performs at Sawohouse Underground. The entrance ticket also works as a public transport ticket in the Kuopio region.
concert18:00Swedish singer-songwriter Eva Dahlgren performs in Jyväskylä as part of her Revalution Club Tour.
concert20:00Varjokoodi and Sofia Voltti perform at Skenesali in Vantaa. Varjokoodi is a Helsinki-based band that has accumulated millions of streams in two years. Sofia Voltti is a pop artist whose music has been played on several Finnish radio stations.
concert21:00Accordionist and vocalist Antti Paalanen performs at Kerubi Sal on Saturday, 26 September. Doors open at 21:00, the show starts at 22:00.
festival21:00The festival's Saturday evening presents two performances: dancer Gáddjá Haarla Piesk's solo work Yön Lintu and the duo Hildá Länsman & Tuomas Norvio, blending Sámi joik tradition with electronic music.
concert20:00Finnish musician Vesterinen performs with his orchestra at Lappi Areena in Rovaniemi.
concert20:00Paleface and DJ Leijonamieli perform at On The Rocks. The Finnish hip-hop artist Paleface is known for albums in both English and Finnish, including the platinum "Helsinki-Shangri-La" and gold "Maan tapa".
festival18:00Finland's largest skate-punk festival featuring Finnish and international bands at Tiivistämö.
concert18:00Vokal Vivo performs a musical interpretation of Arne Garborg's classic epic poem Haugtussa. The Norwegian women's choir takes the stage alongside singer-songwriter Åshild Bergill Hagen and jazz saxophonist Tina Lægreid Olsen.
concert20:00Helsinki band Drug Store Raid presents their new album "Pop Songs For People Who Might Get Killed" at Semifinal. Since their debut, the band's sound has sharpened and their new material blends punk, funk, and jazz.
concert20:00The Tampere-based drag collective Mansedrag performs at G Livelab with nine performers. The programme features Manselainen homoeroticism, camp, glamour and sex.
concert20:00Samuli Putro performs "Siinä kaikki" at Tavastia in September. The concert starts at 20:00.
concert19:00Three Finnish bands - RULES, Snowed Out, and LUNK - present their indie pop, dark pop, and rock at the Pop After Dark concert in Vantaa.
concert19:00Danish-Brazilian rock duo The Courettes bring their high-octane 60s garage rock sound to Korjaamo in Helsinki.
concert20:00German post-hardcore band The Narrator performs in Helsinki for the first time as a headline act. Countless Goodbyes opens the evening.
festival18:00German-style Oktoberfest celebration in Peurunka with themed buffet, live music, and festive atmosphere.
cinema19:00A British horror film from 1973 in which a police officer investigates a missing girl on a remote island steeped in ancient rituals. A genre classic, screened at the Syrjäseutu-Vilimit festival in Kuopio.
cinema20:45Ken Russell's classic The Devils screens at Savoy-teatteri in a restored 4K version. The controversial film is based on a real 17th-century case and features set design by Derek Jarman.
concert19:00Finnish metal band Brymir performs live.
concert20:00Finnish rap artist AHTI performs in Kuopio. Known for his catchy lyrics and freestyle skills, with the hit single "Tähdet" featuring BEHM.
concertDanish electronic pop duo Lasgo performs at Bar Ihku in Helsinki.
festival20:30Tanssin Aika festival's Saturday evening combines Gáddjá Haarla's dance solo Yön Lintu and a concert by Hilda Länsmanin and Tuomas Norvio on a single ticket. The performance explores the endangered eagle owl through dance and theatre.
concert20:00Alter Annala takes the stage at Olympia-kortteli in Tampere on a late-September evening.
club23:30Gambian reggae-DJ legend DJ Fireman (GMB) returns to On The Rocks with Masta Lion, Deejay Kush and Deejay G Boy.
cinema13:00A classic 1951 sci-fi horror film screens at the Syrjäseutu-Vilimit festival in Kuopio. The Thing from Another World is an intense survival tale based on John W. Campbell Jr's novella.
concert18:00mtvkid takes the stage at Tiivistämö in Helsinki on 26 September 2026.
concert19:00Hopeasiivet and Efka Crush perform at Kuudes Linja. Hopeasiivet blends indie-pop influences with authenticity, while Efka Crush combines EDM, hyperpop and personal lyrics.
other17:00Friends introduce their single friends in fun PowerPoint presentations at The Dating Pitch Club evening. Psychologist Angela Ahola hosts the autumn season opening, welcoming everyone.
sport17:00Seinäjoki Fight Night 9 brings freestyle wrestling to Rytmikorjaamo with local and visiting fighters from across Finland.
concert21:00The Ghost of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band performs Bruce Springsteen's classics from the 1970s to today. Seven musicians led by singer Saku Virtanen, whose voice bears a striking resemblance to the original Bruce.
sport17:00Liiga ice hockey match between Hämeenlinna and Assat. Game starts at 17:00.
sport17:00Liiga ice hockey match featuring Kuopio's KalPa against Rauma's Lukko.
sport17:00Liiga ice hockey match between Kiekko-Espoo and Jokerit in Espoo.
sport17:00Liiga ice hockey match where Kouvola's KooKoo faces Mikkeli's Jukurit.
sport17:00Liiga ice hockey match between Pelicans and IFK Helsinki in Lahti.
sport17:00Liiga ice hockey match featuring Tampere's Tappara against SaiPa.
sport17:00Liiga ice hockey match between Vaasan Sport and Karpat.
cinema14:15Two Scottish amateur rappers try to achieve success by posing as Americans. James McAvoy's directorial debut blends music, humor, and drama.
concert18:00Three bands take the stage: Nobody presents dark folk, Sons of Howl roots-blues, and Indigo Dream alt rock at Restaurant Rosen.
concert21:00Finnish band Steve'n'Seagulls bring their signature bluegrass-rock sound to Oktoberfest in Tahkovuori.
club23:00DJ and producer Martin Jensen performs at the I'm on a Boat EDM cruise in Turku.
concert19:00Singer-songwriter Ellimei performs at Pensselitehdas. The young artist placed third in YleX Läpimurto 2025, and her debut album has achieved platinum status.
concert19:00Rekami takes the stage at Ravintola Torvi in Lahti.
concert19:00Rylos takes the stage at Haitaritehdas Areena in Kouvola on 26 September 2026.
concert20:00Sorretun Voima takes the stage at Pub Hukka in Forssa.
club(2 days)
A reunion night for Hype Club's former residents, featuring resident DJs MAD JAY MELLIN and RALE alongside guest ORKIDEA in the Main Room, with IHANA ALL STARS in the Lounge Bar.
concertMariska takes the stage at Konepajan näyttämö in Helsinki.
concert20:00Finnish black metal band Archgoat performs in Turku.
concert20:30Rock celebration at Bar Loose featuring Dharma Guns, Steely Bitch and Devil Dog Road. The barbershop RokkiTuka marks its 15th anniversary with live music and birthday refreshments.
sport14:00Men's Superpesis pesäpallo match between Vimpelin Veto and Sotkamon Jymy at Saarikenttä stadium.
concert17:00Annika Nord performs at Archipelago Hotel Merikruunu in Dragsfjärd.
concert18:00Toto Cutugno's classics performed by an Italian orchestra at Finlandia Hall - a European premiere featuring the greatest hits from one of Europe's most beloved composers.
theater19:00Stella Polaris presents a fully improvised theatre performance where actors, musician and lighting designer create the story from audience suggestions. The result is always a surprise - comedy, drama or musical.
club23:00ARTKILLS event at Runostuoppi in Turku on Friday, 26 September.
theater15:00A puppet theatre performance inspired by Margaret Wise Brown's classic, where the rabbit has plenty to do - until nothing interests him anymore. Featuring small animal puppets, nursery rhymes, songs and live music for all ages.
concert15:00Finnish children's act Aarne Alligaattori & Viidakkorumpu takes the stage at Söderlångvik manor.
festival17:00Mataran Markkinat brings together food and sales stalls, exhibitions and varied programming for families. The evening features live music, children's activities, a tango session, bingo and a visit to a dark café.
concert18:00Swedish jazz musician Karl Bjorå performs at Porvoo Jazz Festival.
concert19:00Enemies Everywhere take the stage at Tapahtumatehdas in Hyvinkaa on 26 September 2026, starting at 19:00.
concert19:00Finnish artist Aliisa Syrjä takes the stage at Sellosali in Espoo.
concert20:00Spotless Souls perform at KULT in Helsinki.
club22:00Tanssin Aika 2026 celebration at Villa Ranan restaurant in Jyväskylä featuring drinks and socializing.
exhibition(30 days)
A photography exhibition featuring 16 Finnish entrepreneurs, each presented through a portrait and a word of their own choosing. The exhibition tours multiple venues and showcases the diversity and inspiring stories of entrepreneurship.
festival10:00Roast Fest gathers Finnish specialty coffee roasters and international guests at Wanha Satama. The event is part of the Helsinki Coffee Week programme.
festival(2 days)
Demarian Students' Autumn Days gathers student activists in Pori for a finance hackathon exploring the welfare state and upcoming parliamentary elections.
festival19:00Music festival in Raahe with local bands. Four acts perform from 19:00 at Raahe Theatre.
classical19:30Oulu Sinfonia orchestra performs works by composer Olavi Uusivirta.
concert20:00Norwegian singer-songwriter Signe Emmeluth performs in Porvoo.
other18:00Choreographer Jonathan Burrows and composer Matteo Fargion present two works: the classic The Quiet Dance and the new The Unison Piece. A precise and humorous collaboration that plays with the relationship between seeing and hearing.
club(2 days)
House music, lights and visuals at Vesilinna with five local DJs. Entry 15 € includes a drink.
cinema12:00Afghan romantic drama about a female cameraman seeking love and a career as a news correspondent as the Taliban returns. Written, directed and performed by Shahrbanoo Sadat.
concert12:00Asa takes the stage at Cultural Centre Stoa in Helsinki in September 2026.
cinema15:00Two classic horror films are presented at a themed evening at Kino Kuvakukko. Author Lauri Lattu introduces Hammer studio's vampire gothic and Mario Bava's Viking adventure.
cinema16:30Documentary about queer ballroom dance culture in Southeast Asia, where young people find family and identity on the dance floor. Director Chan Sze-wei portrays this New York-inspired dance form thriving in the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore.
concert18:00Marco Lundberg celebrates 25 years on stage with an anniversary concert featuring beloved songs from tango to Italian and southern French music, accompanied by ML-Ensemble.
concert18:00Dinner cruise on m/s Suomen Suvi from Jyväskylä featuring music from Duo Laume performing jazz and classics on an autumn evening on Lake Päijänne.
cinema18:45A Parisian animated film about an epidemic that turns gay men straight, packed with satire, vibrant visuals, and questions about identity and society.
concert19:00Eight organists present a varied programme from Bach to modern arrangements. The evening features live improvisation and cello performances.
concert19:00Finnish act Saattohoito79 takes the stage at Vastavirta-Klubi Bar in Tampere for a live show starting at 19:00.
concert19:30Swedish musician Jens Hult performs in Vaasa.
stand-up17:00Stand-up comedy evening in Rovaniemi with comedians Roosa Maskonen and Pyry Valtonen.
stand-up18:00Finnish actress and comedian Heli Sutela performs in a stand-up evening supported by comedians Jussi Lankoski and Niko Leppänen.
festival18:00TLK's traditional crayfish party on Saturday 26 September. Fresh crayfish, singing, and convivial atmosphere in smart casual dress.
festival18:00A social evening for singles in Lappeenranta featuring the Pitch Your Friend segment and a screening of the true-story film I Swear with wireless headphones.
club21:00Free DnB night in Jyväskylä featuring an international headliner and Finnish support artists.
cinema11:00Architect Juhani Pallasmaa and filmmaker Rax Rinnekangas discuss life, architecture, and art over dinner. The film pays tribute to Luis Mallé's classic "My Dinner with André". Free admission, English discussion session after the screening.
festival12:00East Helsinki's literature celebration bringing together authors, publishers and booksellers. The programme features author meetings, discussions and activities for children.
concert22:00Rony Rex performs at Muovitehdas in Tampere.
concert19:00Wolfcross takes the stage at Fuusio in Turku, with the show kicking off at 19:00.
concert19:00Chamber choir Cantinovum performs songs about light, water, and warmth at Lounaispuisto.
concert19:00Tinyhawk & Bizzarro deliver guitar instrumentals, flamenco, and psychedelic funk. Led by Jenni Kinnunen, the band has won the Indie Awards and Teosto Prize.
concert20:00Omnivortex performs at Winston Pub in Pori on September 26 at 8 PM.
concert21:00Music event at Bar 15 Basement in Seinäjoki.
concert22:00Aston Kalmari takes the stage at Ravintola Opus K in Lohja, starting at 22:00.
festival(2 days)
Coalition Youth's Autumn Days in Tampere on 26-27 September. Open to 15-29-year-olds with programming, networking and community activities.
festival13:00Book Day 2026 is a Vietnamese-language event at Sellon Library featuring book exchange, games, panel discussions, and workshops. The theme explores life's meaning beyond competition.
festival(2 days)
A two-day wellness retreat in Toppala combining yoga, smoke sauna, body care and nature.
festival15:00A family dance event with Arabic hits, live music, games, and art workshops for all ages.
festival16:00A family event combining dance, light, and interactive experiences for all ages in Jyväskylä.
festival17:00Oktoberfest celebration with live music, bowling and buffet at Talin bowling hall. An evening of drinking songs, raffles and festive atmosphere for adults.
festival18:00Entrepreneurs' gala for Karkkilan Yrittäjät rf on 26.9.2026 at Juhlatalo Kokki. Dinner, merit badge presentations, Company of the Year award, and music by Trio Fingerpori.
festival19:00Outdoor event at Vanha Parose farmstead featuring local producers, artisans and craftspeople. Cake buffet, food products, handmade items and hourly ghost walks through the farm's history.
festival19:00Finnish wordsmith Asa performs at the East Book Festival alongside Duo Vastaanotin. An evening of music, lyric poetry, and spoken word featuring writers from East Helsinki.
theater18:00Jennifer Haley's award-winning play "The Nether" explores how technology and virtual reality shape humanity. The drama follows a prosecutor who suspects a businessman of serious crimes in a story spanning two realities.
festivalArt Workshop Day at Parkano City Library offers participants the chance to try their hand at different art workshops.
festival11:00Pancake Saturday outside the library in Muurame. Enjoy pancakes on site or take some home.
theater15:00Jyväskylä City Theatre presents the play Aino A., which tells the story of architect Aino Aalto's life and creative work alongside Alvar. History, passion and theatrical storytelling intertwine.
festival10:00Nordic music industry congress in Vaasa bringing together students, artists and professionals. Two-day event featuring congress programming and live concerts.
club(2 days)
Kannunvalajat celebrates the opening of Karahvi on Saturday, 26 September, 21:00-02:00 in Helsinki. The renovated venue opens with a party, and you can arrive straight from the Valtsika Cup. Tickets on sale Monday, 21 September.
club(2 days)
International drum and bass artist Primate headlines Jkl Bass Night in Jyväskylä, with local support acts from across Finland.
club(2 days)
ALL NIGHT Helsinki throws a 10-year throwback party at Maxine, spinning 2016 reggaeton, afrobeats, hip hop and urban club classics alongside today's hits. DJ Dokan and DJ LeNoir on the decks.
concert22:00Annika Nord performs at The Irish Pub in Turku.
concertFinnish band Barrel performs at Kaivuri Pub in Kuopio.
festival11:00Traditional Kekri festival at Selin multifunctional centre with local crafts, food, playground, and pony rides for the whole family.
concert14:30Musician Neiberg performs guitar jazz at Ristikon Library. His instrumental music draws from Django Reinhardt's jazz manouche, blending nostalgic melodies, European folk music, ragtime, bluegrass and blues.
concert15:00Magician Simo Aalto's 50th anniversary tour features classic magic, visual effects, and interactive tricks for all ages. Both children and adults can assist on stage.
concert15:30Sewer Altar plays a show at Alakulttuuritalo Kramsu in Jyvaskyla.
concert17:00Miasmatic performs at Snooker Time Oy in Oulu.
concert18:00Finnish act Flame (FI) takes the stage in Oulu in September 2026.
concert19:00Full Moon Dances in Vuokatti featuring Antti Ahopelto & Etiketti and Neitoset, plus karaoke in the evening.
concert19:00Weranta performs at Salon VPK in Salo.
concert19:00Zitter performs at Hard Rock House in Helsinki.
concert19:30Atomirotta tours clubs and venues in the suburbs around Helsinki. A roughly 1 hour 15 minute performance that is wheelchair accessible.
concert20:00Two bands, Kamara and 70's Show, perform at Hankasalmen Musaklubi. Tickets in advance 15 euros, at the door 17 euros.
concert20:00Music night with KAMARA and 70's Show at Revontuli Resort, featuring 1970s hard rock covers.
concert20:00BloodBlind performs at Club Underground in Helsinki. An electronic music night.
concert20:00Androids performs at Playhouse Bar in Helsinki.
concert20:00WÖYH! continues its tour supporting the Wooppera album in autumn 2026. Classics and new material blend into a fresh prog salad at Möysän Musaklubi.
concert20:00Bloody Falls performs at Bar 15 Basement in Seinäjoki.
concert21:00Magda Novels performs at Irish Pub O'Malley's in Vaasa.
concert21:00Electronic music act Denshi performs at Varjobaari.
concert22:00Sudenkehto takes the stage at Boothill in Helsinki for a late-night show starting at 22:00.
concert(2 days)
No cover band FlexiBile plays popular hits from Backstreet Boys to The Killers. Entry 5 euros.
concert23:00Valkea performs at Aurora Music Forum 2026 in Vaasa.
festival12:00A two-day karaoke carnival at Ruka, held at Piste*Zone*Ihku in Kuusamo over the weekend of 26-27 September 2025.
lecture13:00Lithuanian author Evelina Daciūtė presents her books in three languages and leads a creative workshop for children alongside translators.
club17:00Karaoke dancing at Tuorila Workers' Hall in Karkkila. Entry 12 euros includes coffee and a pastry.
concert19:15An evening at Factory Halli in Tampere where music and personal stories about life-defining songs take centre stage.
club21:30Dance evening at Hotel Sorsanpesä featuring Tango Senior Queen Tuija Mäensivu. Dances open from 21:30 to 01:00.
concert22:00Peltone performs at Cafe Anton in Pori.
10:00ESN SAVO hosts a Board Game Day at Lukema on Saturday, 26 September, running from 10:00 to 16:00.
17:00🎉 ESN Helsinki United's Mega Sitsit 2026 is a retro-themed sitsit bringing together exchange students from across Helsinki for an evening of student traditions and singing. 🎶…
18:00FIRST SITSIT V2 - BLACK & WHITE The first one sold out before you got there. This is the sequel.
lecture18:00Tiina Reunanen's new book is presented at a release event in Pori.
18:30OSA's annual International Dinner is a potluck-style evening where participants bring a dish from their home country - sweet or savoury,
theater13:00A multilingual and participatory theatre show for children and families. The audience journeys into an absurd forest full of music, games, and surprises, ending with collective dancing and drumming.
theater14:00Tuomo Railo's monologue based on T.S. Eliot's poems about cats. With the elderly cat lover Mr. Tassukainen, we explore his cat Hermione and the secrets of naming cats.
theater15:00A touring musical theatre performance about the meeting of city and forest. Jari Rättyä and Katri Mehdon's creations present a roots musician's urban animal songs.
lecture20:00Guided walk through Jyväskylä's light artworks and permanent lighting installations from Lutakonaukio square to Rantaraitie and Ylistö bridge.
other(2 days)
Warhammer 40K competitive tournament with 156 players from across Europe competing over two days at Imatran Kylpylä SPA. Top finishers win Golden Tickets and ITC points.
other13:00An open art workshop where you weave a shared ryijy together, inspired by the Collection Kakkonen exhibition. Suitable for all ages.
club18:00Mafia Night is a board game evening held on Saturdays at GTC Cafe, where you play the Mafia game and other games. The participation fee is 5 euros, and during the evening you can play over 130 other board games at the cafe without extra charge.
club20:00Storyville's regular disco night on Saturdays. With an advance ticket, skip the queue if you arrive before 21:00.
club(2 days)
Latin American party night at Saaristobaari in Turku. Dancing, music and festive atmosphere on a Friday evening.
10:00Youth-organized cosplay and anime festival at Malmitalo. Free entry, no registration needed.
(2 days)
Teknologföreningen arrangerar Fest1 den 26.9 - årets första sitz med temat Titanic + cocktail.
other14:00Young dancers invoke Sámi goddesses through movement and traditional craft. A collaborative work by Birit & Katja Haarlan and Outi Pieskin that bridges generations, electronic music and joik.
theater19:00Ökö Impro presents a fully improvised murder mystery with absurd twists and surprising turns. A child-friendly performance from the Hämeenlinna improvisation group.
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.
other13:00English-language guided tour through Tytyri Mine exploring its history, geology, and underground life at nearly 100 metres depth. After the tour, you can freely explore the mine and visit the art exhibition.
concert21:00Room Full of Hendrix delivers a comprehensive concert featuring Jimi Hendrix's classics and rare tracks as part of a 60th-anniversary tour. Each show is distinct, filled with improvisations and playing in the spirit of Hendrix.
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.
lecture14:00A Book Arts Committee panel featuring award-winning graphic designers, illustrators, and photographers discussing the role of images in books and how digitalization has transformed visual storytelling in publishing.
lecture16:00A panel discussion exploring why Finnish visual artists lack international recognition, despite the country's global reputation in architecture and design. Featuring artist Benjamin Orlow, gallerist Olli Piippo, and Arvid van der Rijt.
market10:00Rutalahti's traditional autumn market featuring around a hundred vendors selling local produce, handcrafts, and seasonal goods. Free admission for all.
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.
concert(8 days)
Finnish music ensemble Arctic Ensemble presents its Karkelot programme in Espoo.
other18:00A traditional crayfish party for Hosk students and their friends, with tickets available from mid-September. Valid ID required for entry.
lecture(85 days)
Ukrainian story time for children aged 0-6 and their families at Myyrmäki Library.
concert13:00An African cultural music concert takes place at Kalasatama Vapaakaupunki lounge in Helsinki.
other10:00A guided bird walk at Töölönlahti where you can observe waterfowl in autumn. The easy 2 km route is accessible for everyone, including families with children and people with mobility needs.
other10:00Matteo Fargion leads a dance workshop exploring composition and change through exercises, sound, and movement.
other10:30Dance and nature workshops for children aged 5-8 with a caregiver. Play, movement, and forest exploration led by dance artists. Ten sessions on Saturday mornings throughout autumn.
other10:30Kids' Saturday with storytelling, crafts, and robot activities at Paloheinä Library.
other11:00A book hunt at Myllypuro Library as part of Myllypuro Day. Open to all ages, free admission.
other11:00Craft writer Molla Mills leads a crochet workshop where you can create an autumn collar from recycled materials.
other12:00The library becomes an adventure space with dream landscape crafts, playful story time, and a task trail for the whole family.
other13:00Fashion designer Henna Lampinen leads a beadwork workshop where you create jewellery and discuss body autonomy. Bring your own garment or use materials provided on site.
other13:00Kids' Saturday introduces the world of robots through creative crafts and robot experiments.
other13:00A song workshop exploring the anatomy of hit songs and composition techniques. Singer-songwriter Mirkka Paajanen guides you through writing your own songs and collaborative songwriting.
other16:30Metropolia's cultural student association Demon celebrates its 32nd anniversary with a three-course dinner, wine, and coffee at Restaurant Tammisto.
other18:00Five free 20-minute relaxation sessions by candlelight with guided exercise. Suitable for everyone regardless of clothing. Saturday at Studio Laiva in Jyväskylä.
other18:00Saa kiljua is an evening event at Punk ja Yäk in Helsinki, kicking off at 18:00.
other18:00Academic dinner party with the theme "Holiday with a Wallet" in three price classes. Sitsit with singing, food and drinks at Toippari in Rovaniemi.
club18:00Autumn's final evening at Meijerin Maitobaari with food, drinks, and special offers before the season closes.
club20:00Open stage night with Club Obsessio in Kalasatama. A chance to perform or enjoy live music and performances.
other(2 days)
Vaiettu Salaisuus event at Keurusselä in September. Admission 20 euros.
lecture20:00A guided walk through light art installations from the City of Light event in Jyväskylä. Learn about light art and its creators on a 1.5-hour tour from Torujo to the city centre.
other10:00Guided chanterelle foraging walk in the Ala-Toiko landscape with the chance to pick mushrooms, wild herbs and berries. Thermal coffee is served after the walk.
lecture(2 days)
A three-month short-story writing course with an in-person weekend in Hartola and three online sessions. Learn to complete short stories and structure a novel manuscript under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
lecture11:00A beginner-level Finnish reading group for adults. Free to join, and small children are welcome to attend.
lecture(2 days)
A two-day practical course on meat rabbit farming covering the entire production chain from breed selection to slaughter and meat processing.
other11:00Direct bus from Jyväskylä to Leivonmäki National Park on weekends in summer, with several hiking trails and mountain bike routes for different skill levels.
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.
other16:00Saunakylä in Jämsä offers traditional smoke-sauna experiences every summer Saturday. Over 20 saunas from the 1700s-1940s are in active use, with 10-14 heated for the public during summer. The site also features a lake beach, bonfire areas, and a café.
other20:00Va-loisia is an immersive performance blending dance, circus, music, and light art in the Tourujo landscape. The art collective Haukanmaa and the band VANNI create together a playful and captivating evening.
other10:00Free physical activity children's park for preschoolers and grades 1-3 at Hankasalmi Multipurpose Centre on Saturdays. Instructors, obstacle course, and flexible scheduling.
other08:00A boat lifting event at Siuntio Yacht Club where boats are hauled out of the water for the autumn season.
other11:00Autumn cleaning and sauna at Karjakaivo. Work together cleaning the lodge and sauna, enjoy a work meal and sauna time. Separate sauna times for women and men.
concert21:00Finnish duo Pasi ja Anssi take the stage at Härmän Kylpylä in Ylihärmä.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
concertin progress
Timo Tuominen performs rare early songs by Jacques Brel with guitar. An intimate evening exploring the chanson master's multifaceted youthful work.
festivalin progress
A Bavarian-inspired Oktoberfest at Tahko with folk music, beer, and live performances from Popeda, Meiju Suvas, and other artists.
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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.
festivalin progress
An international classical music festival featuring Finnish orchestras and artists alongside the London Philharmonia Orchestra.
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A classical music festival in Nurmes featuring concerts in various venues, lectures, and workshops throughout the summer.
concertin progress
An audiovisual concert where Sámi joik meets electronic music, joik, and video art. The concert explores Sámi worldview, colonialism, and environmental consciousness through traditional Sámi goddesses and spiritual themes.
concert(2 days)
Joel Hallikainen & Herrasmiehet take the stage for a dance evening at Keurusselkä Resort in Keuruu.
exhibitionin progress
An international group exhibition curated by Kisito Assangni for Pixelache Helsinki at the Museum of Technology. Thirteen artists present their work across the autumn.
theaterin progress
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.
musicalin progress
A clown musical about creating art, aging, and mortality, inspired by ancient mythology and performed by two seasoned clowns and a musician.
exhibitionin progress
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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Malmitalo gallery opens Veikko Ruuskanen's steampunk-inspired spatial installation of recycled machines and imagined inventions. Timo Kaukolampi (K-X-P) performs at the opening, free admission.
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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.
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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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Kosmos Buran's traditional autumn hiking trip along the Hetta-Pallas route 25-27.9. Suitable for anyone willing to hike 10-15 km daily and camp in tents. Registration opens 7.9.
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Spinni celebrates 30 years with a two-day festival at Muovitehdas featuring Finnish and international electronic music artists.
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Tero Saarinen Company presents a trilogy of choreographies spanning three generations, exploring human nature and the dancers' personal expression. The programme features a Carolyn Carlson classic, a new duet and a world premiere with live trumpet.
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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.
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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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An annual celebration of contemporary art across Finland, Gallery Week showcases dozens of exhibitions, performances, and guided tours at galleries in Helsinki and beyond.
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Rilliralli is a traditional student event where participants collect stamps from cafes, restaurants and activity stations. The goal is to earn different level badges and attend the after-party.
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StudentEvents hosts the OHI ON! student party on Friday in Mikkeli. The K18-restricted event runs through the night from 22.00 to 04.00.
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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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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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