concert19:00Swedish street metal band Hardcore Superstar comes to Tampere on their "Dirty Halo" tour. The band showcases new material and their new drummer Efraim Larsson.
concert18:00American blues band GA-20 performs traditional blues with vintage instruments and recording techniques. The trio has reached number one on Billboard's blues chart and won multiple awards for its authentic sound.
concert19:00Russian electronic rap group Little Big performs live at Apollo Live Club in Helsinki.
concert18:30Finnish musician Pepe Willberg performs at Sibeliustalo in Lahti.
concert20:00Norwegian group Wardruna brings their Old Norse mythology-inspired music to Tampere-talo for one night.
concert19:00Five Finnish chanson legends perform together with an orchestra. A concert featuring classic hits and special arrangements from this unique tour.
concert19:00Finnish hard rock classic Zero Nine takes the stage at Tavastia-klubi. The band has been a major force in the country's rock music since the 1970s.
festival15:00Ikimetsä is a children's festival at Rytmikorjaamo in Seinäjoki designed for ages 0-7. Trolls, two performance stages, and plenty to explore await visitors.
concert19:00Swedish pop singer-songwriter Niklas Strömstedt performs at Ritz Vaasa on his "Tyck Om mig" tour.
concert19:00The world-renowned Mahler Chamber Orchestra performs at the Music House in Helsinki. Each member of the orchestra is a virtuoso on their instrument.
concert19:00Sebastian Visa launches his debut album "Mä panen" at On The Rocks with Lida Hey opening the show. An evening of varied music, humor and social commentary.
concert18:00Un1ty Works showcases emerging and established artists including MOMO, Baby Blu and Bhaly in a free evening event.
theater19:00Krista Siegfrids and Mark Levengood celebrate Finland-Swedish culture on stage - a show brimming with Runeberg tarts, crayfish parties, dialects and songs for those who miss home.
sport18:30Liiga ice hockey match between Jyväskylä Pallokerho and Turku Lukko.
concert15:00The Finnish choir Dominante performs at Entressen Library. The ensemble is known for its interpretation of Finnish choral music and the clarity and intensity of its sound.
concert18:30Kymi Sinfonietta performs classic themes from popular video games in the concert SCORE. Conducted by British conductor Gabriella Teychenné, soprano Marika Hölttä sings music from The Witcher and Skyrim among other titles.
concert19:00Mariska takes the stage at Teatteri RIO in Oulu, with the show starting at 19:00.
festival10:00A recruitment event where job seekers meet organizations, associations, and educational institutions to discuss employment opportunities and support services.
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.
concert19:00GA-20 performs at G Livelab in Tampere.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up club featuring mainly Finnish comedians and English-speaking guests. The show runs for approximately two hours and is for ages 18 and over only.
lecture18:00Marine biologist Juha Flinkman shares stories of Baltic Sea wrecks and research projects, including the discovery of the famous Vrouw Maria and World War I submarines.
club18:00Club night at Ilokivi Venue in Jyväskylä featuring DJ sets and dance music. DW and other artists on the bill.
festival19:00Dance week at Keurusselkä Resort featuring different artists and orchestras each evening 12.-17.10. Visitors under 25 get free entry on Friday, with a dance course held in the evening.
theater(20 days)
Youth National Theatre presents "if we are asked", where young people from different countries collaborate with experienced artists. The production explores language, truth and tradition across multiple languages.
festival10:00People of different ages gather to move and exercise together in this free event. Open to families and friends looking to share an active and fun time across generations.
festival16:00Betoni Approt transforms Kouvola's pedestrian street into an artistic exhibition space where concrete and urban environment become a medium for creative expression.
festival17:30Vaasa's tutoring community gathers for an evening of performances, food, drinks, and prizes at Kulttuuritalo Fanny on 14 October.
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.
cinema13:00Animated hero Dog Man fuses a police dog and its owner in a wild operation. When supervillain Pete kidnaps Little Pete, old enemies must team up to save the day.
cinema19:00Documentary screening of Crossing (2024) at Kalasatama Vapaakaupunki olohuone, starting at 19:00.
exhibition12:00An exhibition presenting two artists named Saara: Saara Pylvänäinen's textiles and paintings alongside Saara Vallineva's visual art and book illustrations, where central Finnish nature and local cultural heritage converge.
festival(5 days)
Cinemaissí brings Latin American and Caribbean cinema to Helsinki. The festival screens films from both emerging and established directors and hosts discussions exploring the region's culture, politics, and society.
festival09:30Family sports activities at the sports hall during autumn break with games and movement for all ages.
concert15:00Kaj Chydeniuk's music meets Ritva Koskensuus's poetry in a performance about human relationships, observations and nature. A trio featuring vocals, guitar and percussion.
concert18:00Duo Verde brings Argentine and Brazilian music to life through flute and guitar, featuring works by Piazzolla, Villa-Lobos, and other Latin American composers.
cinema(5 days)
Pirjo heads to Sweden seeking a fresh start after a public embarrassment, only to find herself in one awkward situation after another. A warm-hearted comedy about shame, acceptance, and the search for a better life.
club20:00Back To The Sixties Club at Storyville featuring Tinos. A retro evening with 1960s music.
concertMariska performs at RioLive in Oulu. Concert on 14 October.
other10:00Free autumn break workshops at Comic Center where students learn manga techniques and develop their own comic characters. No advance registration required.
festival08:00Family treasure hunt for children - find over 100 hidden treasures and win activity passes, toys, and treats. Free for Tahko Spa guests, 5 € for others.
concert17:00NUMI is a free music event for young artists aged 13-29. Eight performers present their songs and receive guidance from experienced mentors.
other13:00The library and culture mobile Välkky visits Glims House Museum during the autumn school holiday. Borrow books, explore the exhibition, and get a library card on site.
other14:00Guided craft workshops for the autumn school break with a new theme each day. Children under 18 get free entry.
other15:10Traditional Chinese dances performed by Jade's Chinese-speaking groups from Espoo and Helsinki at the EMMA museum.
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Amos Rex's autumn exhibition presents contemporary art from artists on the African continent and in the Afro-Nordic diaspora. The show features 11 artists, nearly 60 works, and three newly commissioned pieces.
09:00Intensive one-day boater's survival course covering emergency equipment, life jackets, life rafts, and man-overboard procedures in realistic conditions.
19:00OMJ Jazz & Etno: Solo Piano Dialogues brings together Estonian pianist and composer Kirke Karja and Finnish pianist Tuomo Uusitalo on Wed 14.10.2026 at 19:00 in the Banquet Hall…
lecture18:00The Kellarluckan book club meets at North Haaga Library to discuss James Joyce's Ulysses. Free entry and refreshments provided.
theater17:00Theatre rehearsals at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila. Free entry.
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.
other10:00Tytyri Elämyskaivos becomes a Halloween adventure from October to November with a themed chamber, surprises, and orienteering for the whole family. The mine's historical and art exhibitions are open as usual.
other11:00A guided painting group at the community centre where participants create art together under the instruction of Lidia.
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.
18:00Eva Vikman
exhibition10:00An exhibition exploring a beloved character across three artistic mediums - textile, ceramic, and painting. The opening reception features live music from the Harput choir.
lecture17:00Writer Vanessa Kairulahti explores Helsinki's ghost stories and their historical roots. Discover tales of restless spirits who refuse to leave the world of the living.
lecture18:00Boundary knowledge researcher Mika Nikkilä presents his research and experiences from the spiritual realm. Free admission at Vesanto Library.
lecture18:30Author Anu Kaaja visits Tapanila Library to discuss her latest novel Siluetinleikkaaja with journalist Pietari Kylmälä.
other10:00Ranua Resort Wildlife Park is one of Finland's northernmost zoos, home to Arctic and native Finnish animals in a natural Lapland setting.
other08:00Autumn holiday programme at Hakunila Library featuring teddy bear books, colouring, and a hunt for hidden teddy bears.
other08:00Länsimäki Library hosts a teddy bear day with books, colouring activities, and a treasure hunt for the whole family.
other10:00The Välkky library and culture bus visits Järvenperä residents' park during the autumn school holiday with books and activities for families with children.
other11:00Aalto University students lead a finance workshop for 10-12-year-olds where participants learn about money management and saving through a board game. The workshop is offered in multiple languages.
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A community sing-along at Töölö service centre featuring familiar songs performed together with accompaniment.
other13:00Make beaded jewellery for all ages at Kallio Library during the autumn holidays. The library supplies everything you need - just come and create.
other14:00During autumn break week, Itäkeskus Library invites you to play board games and work on puzzles together on Wednesday. Come solo or with a friend and enjoy some shared gaming.
other14:00A Wonderland-themed escape game at Paloheinä Library where players solve puzzles to rescue a talking rabbit. Suitable for children aged 8 and up.
other17:00An abstract painting workshop led by Paula Janhonen where participants create colorful works to counter autumn darkness without any pressure to perform.
lecture18:00Marine biologist Juha Flinkman discusses the Baltic Sea's wrecks and his research projects, including the exploration of the famous Vrouw Maria.
other18:30Learn to bake traditional Karelian pies at this hands-on workshop in Joensuu, guided by Martat professionals. Bake, taste, and clean up together in an evening designed for ISYY members.
lecture10:00Personal guidance on hearing aids and assistive devices. Batteries and accessories for sale.
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.
lecture12:00Three-session K-pop dance course taught by Valentine Nguyen. The instructor brings five years of experience in K-pop and hiphop dance.
lecture10:15A hands-on workshop guiding you through creating your job applicant profile on the Job Market Finland platform. Advance registration is required, and participants must be Helsinki residents.
lecture09:00Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture13:30Women from the greater Helsinki area gather to read Kanteletar, the female counterpart to the Kalevala epic.
lecture14:00Finnish language conversation group at Pasila Library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Groups available for all levels from beginners to advanced.
lecture14:00A guided backstage tour of Jyväskylä City Theatre where professionals share theatre stories and show you the stage, set design studio, and storage areas.
lecture13:00Free webinar on starting a business for aspiring entrepreneurs. Covers different business structures, practical requirements, and startup funding options.
lecture15:00A playful museum tour for children exploring Gallen-Kallela Museum and its garden. The guided section lasts 20-30 minutes, followed by self-guided exploration.
lecture18:00Reading circle at Muurame Library discussing Milla Ollikainen's novel Mathilda and selecting the next month's book.
other10:00Free autumn holiday workshops in ecological art using recycled paper at Kanneltalo. Two sessions: paper pulp and collage techniques.
other10:00Summer activity for babies and small children at the playground. During the guided session, participants sing, play and recite nursery rhymes together for about 20 minutes.
other10:00Baby meetups for infants under 1 year old featuring togetherness, play, movement, nursery rhymes and music with a rotating theme.
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.
other(3 days)
Autumn half-term workshops at the Finnish Craft Museum with different themes each day. Admission includes all workshop activities.
other09:00Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
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.
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.
other09:00Kiipula's Lahti facilities welcome visitors to explore their learning environments and vocational programmes. Meet the staff and discover pathways into various qualifications in business, services, hospitality, care, and construction.
other17:00Meeting of the Nastola Reserve Officers Association at Uudenkylä community hall.
lecture17:00The reading circle at Muhos Library discusses two new books. The event is open to all without registration.
lecture10:00A free digital club where you learn about data protection and how to identify digital fraud on Android and Windows devices.
other10:00A monthly gathering at Vesanto parish hall where associations and residents meet around a changing theme. Programme and coffee.
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.
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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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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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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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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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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.
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.
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.
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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.
festival(4 days)
Mosaiikin Library offers activities for schoolchildren during the autumn holiday: a workshop, cooking, and a film screening.
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.
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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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.
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.
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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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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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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.
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Vekara-Varkaus is a children's festival with diverse art forms, hobbies, adventures and workshops for kids of all ages.
+ 1171 more long-running events — see the calendar.