concert19:00Swedish street metal band Hardcore Superstar plays Tavastia as part of their "Dirty Halo" Tour, featuring new drummer Efraim Larsson.
concert18:00Composer Kara-Lis Coverdale performs an organ recital at Temppeliaukio Church. Her music blends digital and classical aesthetics.
cinema13:00Paddington searches for his missing Aunt Lucy in the Peruvian jungle alongside the Brown family. An adventurous family film featuring mysterious maps and legendary treasures.
cinema10:00Autumn Holiday Film screens Moomin and the Red Comet, a Finnish animated film where Moomintroll and friends embark on a quest to solve a mysterious phenomenon. Free admission for everyone.
theater18:30A performance featuring Finnish war and peace poetry from the 1940s to today, exploring how poetry has helped people navigate fear and hope for the future.
cinema(2 days)
Autumn cinema screens Onneli and Anneli, a classic children's book adaptation about two girls who buy their dream house. Free entry, no registration needed.
concert19:00The Aurinko chamber ensemble presents classical music from the Caribbean, from baroque to contemporary works by Mexican, Cuban, Costa Rican, and Guadeloupean composers.
lecture18:00Experts discuss the future and sustainability of work, followed by the documentary Machines about working conditions at an Indian textile factory.
other15:00Free autumn break workshops at Comic Center where students learn manga techniques and develop their own comic characters. No advance registration required.
theater09:30Molli is a small, easily irritated character whose life changes when Pikku Sisu becomes a friend. This performance based on Katri Kirkkopelon's book teaches children over 3 about friendship and managing emotions.
other14:00A Wonderland-themed escape game at Maunula Library where you solve puzzles to rescue a talking rabbit.
club10:00Billiards players meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays to play against each other at Stadin yhteisótalo Saunabaarissa.
other(29 days)
Free morning coffee gathering at the Kontula community centre where you can enjoy coffee or tea and light snacks with others.
other11:00A guided painting group at the community centre where participants create art together under the instruction of Lidia.
exhibition12:00An interactive media artwork where magical gloves control music and light. Suitable for all ages and requires no prior experience.
lecture13:00Business Helsinki offers a free three-hour marketing course for entrepreneurs. The course covers marketing fundamentals with a focus on practical application to your own business.
lecture(22 days)
A writing workshop where you train memory and cognitive skills under the guidance of Hilpi Marttinen from PerformanceSirkus.
lecture18:00Author Eve Hietamies visits Myllypuro Martta's open evening to share her insights on book writing. The event is open to all and free of charge.
market10:30A recycling day where you can exchange clothing, household items, and books without any money involved.
other09:30Aalto University students lead this free workshop where children explore the color properties of blueberries and experiment with pH changes. Suitable for ages 5-12, younger children participate with an adult.
other(3 days)
Autumn camp for young people aged 16-20 at Vartiosaari during the autumn break. Hiking, meals and relaxation with accommodation indoors or in tents.
other13:30A quiet reading circle for children at Kannelmäki Library where participants read their own books and can share their reading experiences.
other13:30Free trip to Trampoline Park Rush for young people aged 13-17. The trip departs from Kipinä at 1:30 PM and returns by 6:00 PM. Registration requires a youth services membership card.
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Open art group where you can develop your own artistic ideas and experiment with different techniques. All materials are provided.
other(2 days)
Autumn half-term night for 13-17-year-olds at Malmi Youth Centre featuring gaming tournaments, creative activities and vegetarian cooking. Meals included, limited places.
other14:00A Kahoot quiz on different topics at Itikens Library during autumn half-term week. Small prizes for participants, and borrowable devices are available.
other14:00Information event about community physical activity featuring a light exercise session led by activity coordinator Jaakko Nurminen. Free entry.
lecture13:15Communion service at Riistavuoren service centre in Helsinki. An open ceremony for all who wish to spend time in prayer and contemplation.
lecture14:00Webinar on managing finances and financial planning for pensioners and unemployed people. Addresses life changes that affect income, expenses and banking matters.
lecture17:00A three-day DJ course for teenagers covering equipment basics, beatmatching, and set building. Taught by Sainey Gibba from the internationally performing drum and bass duo Askel & Elere.
lecture09:00Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture11:00English conversation club at Stadin Community Centre Pihlajamäki on Tuesdays and Thursdays from August to December. A volunteer leads the discussions, and no advance registration is needed.
lecture13:00Free guided tour of Kampin service centre for pensioners and unemployed visitors. Learn about the services and explore the premises.
lecture13:00A gentle yoga class led by Dada at Alpila Community House. Suitable for all levels.
lecture17:00Free reading group for adults learning Finnish. No registration needed, drop in whenever you can.
lecture17:00Free guided tour of the Helsinki exhibition at the City Museum of Helsinki. Tours available in Russian, Finnish, and English.
lecture18:00Russian-language book club at Pasila Library where literature enthusiasts discuss books together. Meetings every Tuesday at 18:00.
other(4 days)
Open session for small children and their families with varying activities including music, movement, and crafts.
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Red Cross volunteers help children and teenagers with homework in the youth room at Oodi Central Library. The service is free and open to all.
other10:00An autumn holiday camp for children featuring craft activities and a celebration. Kids make felted donuts, jewelry, and keychains, followed by sweet treats.
other10:00Art camp for children aged 7-11 featuring drawing, painting, and construction. Lunch included.
other10:00A family café where children play together and parents meet. The programme includes singing, play and movement activities.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival(10 days)
Linnanmäki's traditional Light Carnival illuminates the amusement park from 9-18 October. The opening on 9.10. features an adults-only evening with Maija Vilkkumaa as the headline performer.
concert(62 days)
Timo Tuominen performs rare early songs by Jacques Brel with guitar. An intimate evening exploring the chanson master's multifaceted youthful work.
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.
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.
exhibition(25 days)
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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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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Four international artists collaborate on a live collage performance blending choreography, performance art, and theatre. A simultaneously funny, tragic, and absurd experience that challenges traditional artistic forms.
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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.
exhibition(31 days)
Viljami Heinonen's exhibition Threshold explores interiors, memories, and psychological spaces. The paintings unite decorative beauty with deeper meaning, layering and abstraction.
exhibition(31 days)
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.
exhibition(31 days)
Helsinki-based painter Miisa Mäkeläinen's exhibition Lemmenlätäkkö presents works that reference nature and embodiment, where forms and colours create harmony.
musicalin progress
A musical drama about Vesa-Matti Loiri's life and career, from his iconic characters to the passion and struggle behind his art.
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Iiris Elena Rusi's exhibition explores the sale of sex and erotic services from the artist's perspective. The show also features other workers in the industry and reflects public attitudes toward the subject.
festival(3 days)
Autumn school break sports event for primary school children and families featuring a bouncy castle, wall climbing, gymnastics, and ball games.
exhibition(32 days)
Luke Jerram's Helios is a seven-metre illuminated sun model combining image, light and sound. The work is displayed at Helsinki Cathedral throughout October and November.
clubin progress
Traditional British folk dancing with live music from Helsinki Cèilidh Band. No experience needed and everyone is welcome.
musicalin progress
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.
exhibition(28 days)
Exhibition featuring works by artists living at the Vuosaaren Aurinkolahti artist house in Helsinki.
exhibition(25 days)
An art exhibition by Kurki Activity Centre clients showcasing creativity and humor. Opening on 5.10. from 18:00 to 19:00.
clubin progress
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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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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Community theatre group for older adults exploring theatre, music, and visual art. No experience required and you can join at any time.
theater(87 days)
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.
theaterin progress
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.
theater(59 days)
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.
otherin progress
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.
theaterin progress
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.
lecturein progress
Guided tour of the Musiikkitalo concert organ with 124 stops. Discover the instrument's diverse sounds and special features with an organist and guide.
theater(31 days)
A silent performance about a chicken named Candy who dreams of being a swan. A playful story about growing up and daring to be yourself, told through dance and clowning.
theater(37 days)
Two childhood sweethearts meet on a train after twenty years. A new play about old loves and the dreams that never came true.
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Dario Fo's Mysterio Buffo is a series of physical monologues where ordinary people take on power and authority. Actor Pyry Äikää performs four of Fo's stories at KOM-teatteri from September through November.
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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.
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The Nordic region's largest multi-genre festival offers a programme ranging from classical music to pop and from visual art to contemporary dance.
exhibition(65 days)
Daniel Kruger's exhibition combines precious metals, ceramics and found materials. His works reflect his youth in Africa and decades of work in Germany.
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SAMPO is an international puppet theatre and visual theatre festival featuring performances for all ages, alongside discussions, exhibitions, and workshops.
exhibition(58 days)
Artist Heli Heikkinen presents a vibrant exhibition exploring Helsinki and everyday life through colour and form. The works are displayed at Tauko Gallery in Myllypuro from August through October.
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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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Open meetings for members of the Uusimaa CP Association featuring various group activities and discussions. The autumn schedule includes outings, relaxation exercises, themed evenings, and museum visits.
festival(35 days)
Helsinki City Library is hosting a love poetry competition for anyone aged 15 and over. Poems can be written in Finnish, Swedish, or English, and winners are chosen by actress Alma Pöysti and performance poet Kasper Salonen.
festival(33 days)
Sirkus Finlandia brings a new circus programme to Käpylä Sports Park in autumn 2026. International and Finnish performers present clowns, juggling, animal acts and acrobatics.
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A baby-friendly film screening at Malmi Library featuring Summer Book, based on Tove Jansson's novel, with English dialogue and Finnish subtitles.
festival(31 days)
Halloweeks is a family-friendly autumn festival featuring over a thousand glowing pumpkin lanterns and harvest-themed installations at Puotila Manor in Helsinki.
+ 847 more long-running events — see the calendar.