concert19:00Cuban music legend Eliades Ochoa performs traditional son, bolero, and guajira at Savoy Theatre.
concert20:00For My Pain… and Scars of Solitude perform at On The Rocks. The Finnish metal band For My Pain… recently released their new album "Buried Blue" after a break of over 20 years.
concert19:00Three Finnish metal bands perform at Semifinal: ARTKILLS from Helsinki, MELANKOLIA from Oulu, and Lust For Lily from Tuusula showcase modern metal and metalcore.
concert19:00Pedro launches his debut album with a live performance, opened by Victor Nordis performing dance music that blends pop and rap.
concert20:30Three bands at Bar Loose: Swedish acts Vrid Upp and Trench Dogs join Helsinki's The Switchblades for an evening of rock'n'roll and punk.
concert19:00Finnish pop star Jenni Vartiainen takes the stage at Kulttuuritalo in Helsinki for an evening concert.
concert20:00Finnish pop star Viivi performs at Tavastia Club as part of her autumn tour Herkkisten Liiga. With triple-platinum hits USA and Lääke, she is one of Finland's most recognized artists.
concert19:00An evening event at Kulttuuritehdas Korjaamo in Helsinki.
concertLegendary Cuban guitarist Eliades Ochoa takes the stage at Savoy Theatre. A key figure in the Buena Vista Social Club project, Ochoa is celebrated for his masterful guitar work and authentic approach to Cuban music.
concert18:00A live show by Finnish industrial metal act Turmion Katilot at Helsinki Ice Hall, known for their theatrical, high-energy performances.
club23:00Official after party for Turmion Kätilöt's COLOSSAL DISCO concert at On The Rocks with DJ Henryfied.
concert16:00East Electric plays at Luuppi youth centre in Helsinki on 24 October 2026.
sport18:00Business City hits the ice at Helsinki Ice Hall on 24 October, with the game starting at 18:00.
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theater18:00Youssef Asad Alkhatib's autobiographical performance about Finnish culture and his relationship with Tapio Rautavaara. On stage Alkhatib and musician Taavi Hasunen.
stand-up20:00Janne Kataja performs his stand-up show Hometalohelvetti at Boothill in Helsinki - an evening of comedy about the horrors of home ownership.
theater(7 days)
Entanglement collective's work installation explores the relationship between humans and trees through ritualistic movement, sound, and images. Based on long-term field research in a protected ancient forest, it raises questions about human responsibility for biological diversity.
concert20:00Aston Kalmari takes the stage at Kulttuuri- ja tapahtumatila Tahti in Helsinki.
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concert13:00Magician Simo Aalto marks his 50th anniversary with a family-friendly show blending classic magic, visual effects, and audience participation.
concert18:00Finnish act Luutarhatontut takes the stage at Boothill in Helsinki, starting at 18:00.
concert18:00Harjula takes the stage at Hard Rock House in Helsinki on 24 October, with doors and show from 18:00.
concert21:00Erottaja takes the stage at Ravintola Käpygrilli in Helsinki.
market10:00A sales event for vintage toys, collectibles, miniature models, and dollhouse accessories from hobbyists and collectors.
club18:00Autumn ball for LGBTQ women featuring DJ Lailis and partner dancing in the early evening. The event is fully accessible and offers discounts for Seta members.
other11:00An open weaving kiosk where anyone can try weaving on looms without prior experience. Danish textile artist Rosa Tolnov Clausen's project explores the future of weaving.
theater18:00Finland's first locking street dance work combines funk, absurd theatre and live music in an epic tale of cowboys, friendship and masculinity.
theater18:00A gamified circus performance where transpoli becomes an obstacle course. Participants can be players or spectators and experience the transpoli process through game and circus.
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theater15:00Kauri Honkakoski Company's physical theatre ensemble work explores the world's collapse and tipping points. A 60-minute non-verbal performance built on embodiment, recommended from age 12.
concert20:00Three Finnish bands perform together on the same evening in Helsinki.
other11:00Families can join the Moon Journey workshop at Annantalo Art Saturday and create collages of the moon's surface using cardboard and yellow silk paper. The works become part of the Spektri light art project.
other11:00A drama workshop led by actress Cecilia Paulin where children select images, dress from a wardrobe, and express emotions through play.
lecture12:00A three-part course on civic engagement and democracy. Learn tools for social impact, understand society's structures, and discover practical examples of civic engagement in Finland.
lecture11:00A beginner-level Finnish reading group for adults. Free to join, and small children are welcome to attend.
lecture12:00Free Mandarin Chinese course for adults at Itäkeskus Library, led by certified teacher Ning Li. Instruction is in Finnish, English, and Mandarin Chinese.
lecture15:00Youth film club for 15-18-year-olds at Malmitalo, where members watch and discuss films together under the guidance of film researcher Aatos Ketvel. Four meetings during autumn, free of charge, registration required.
other14:00Free dance class for children of all ages with an adult. Children play, explore, and improvise through movement under the guidance of experienced instructors.
lecture(2 days)
Practical training in boat electrical systems for boat owners who want to learn how to maintain their boat's electrics.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival(4 days)
The Nordic region's largest literature event featuring books, antiquarian editions, vinyl records, and collectibles. The programme includes author talks, discussions, and activities for children. One ticket covers both the Book Fair and the Wine & Food event.
festival(4 days)
Wine & Food brings together wine and food lovers at Messuhall in October. The programme includes author visits, professional competitions, wine tastings, and grape-stomping.
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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.
ballet(2 days)
British Festival Ballet performs the classical Swan Lake at Finlandia Hall in October. Astana Opera stars Yerkin Rakhmatullayev and Sofiya Adilkhanova dance Tchaikovsky's masterpiece.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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Mozart's classic about a tangled love story involving four characters with conflicting desires. A funny and touching opera suitable for ages 12 and up.
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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.
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André Wickström marks 30 years as a stand-up comedian with a jubilee show featuring highlights from his career and fresh material.
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.
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.
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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(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.
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.
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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.
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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(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.
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The Children's Book Festival showcases Finnish picture books across three exhibition spaces from October 2026 to February 2027. The exhibitions offer reading corners, workshops, and visits from illustrators and authors.
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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.
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Torsdagar 10.9, 8.10 och 5.11.2026 kl. 15-16.30 Kottby bibliotek, Väinölägatan 5 Tycker du om att låta fantasin flyga, skriva roliga eller spännande texter, leka med ord,
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The exhibition showcases the Bentvueghels group and Mathias Withoos' work, combining Roman landscapes with lush botanical imagery.
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