concert20:00
Mon 26.10.
20:00
House Of Culture, Helsinki
Zucchero
Italian blues-rock artist Zucchero performs in Helsinki.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 in Helsinki
Starting today
concert20:00
concert19:00
Mon 26.10.
19:00
HELSINKI ICEHALL, Helsinki
Soilwork
Melodic death metal pioneers Soilwork bring their heavy, energetic sound to Helsinki Icehall.
concert18:00
Mon 26.10.
18:00
HELSINKI ICEHALL, Helsinki
Orbit Culture
Finnish metal band Orbit Culture performs at Helsinki Icehall.
concert12:00
Mon 26.10.
12:00
Savoy-teatteri, Helsinki
vapaa pääsy, mutta li…
UMO Helsinki Ensemble - Jimmy Giuffre 3 - Lunch Concert
UMO Helsinki Ensemble performs Jimmy Giuffre's classic trio album as a quartet version. Conducted by Max Zenger, the ensemble reinterprets the 1957 album with music at the intersection of jazz, blues, and American folk music in a new arrangement.
concert19:00
Mon 26.10.
19:00
On The Rocks, Helsinki
alk. 23 €
Temic, Joviac
Progressive metal band TEMIC performs at On The Rocks to showcase their new album "Ceiba". The evening opens with Finnish band Joviac.
concert18:00
Mon 26.10.
18:00
Valkoinen sali, Helsinki
alk. 53,50 €
Beverly Glenn-Copeland
Canadian music pioneer Beverly Glenn-Copeland takes the stage at Valkoinen sali in Helsinki.
concert19:00
Mon 26.10.
19:00
Helsinki Ice Hall / Helsingin Jäähalli, Helsinki
Amon Amarth
Swedish metal band Amon Amarth takes the stage at Helsinki Ice Hall. An evening of epic and dark metal.
other16:00
Mon 26.10.
16:00
Vuotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
Youth-Planned Afternoons
Young people plan and lead varied craft workshops in Vuotalo's foyer. Drop in once or come regularly, and stay as long as you like.
concert18:00
Mon 26.10.
18:00
Kanneltalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
Now We Sing! - Free Mondays
Free community singing evening at Kanneltalo's café led by musician Mari Kätkä. The event is open to all and lasts one hour.
lecture17:30
Mon 26.10.
17:30
Kampin palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Suur-Helsingin Kalevalaisten naisten kulttuuri-ilta
Suvi Ratinen presents her novel about Finnish-Estonian writer Aino Kallas and her years as a refugee in Stockholm during the Second World War.
lecture17:00
Mon 26.10.
17:00
Helsingin työväenopiston Opistotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
How the East Came West - Neo-Hinduism in the West
A lecture series on the history of Hinduism in the West. Theology doctorate holder Jyri Komulainen explores neo-Hinduism, gurus, and religious change across four lectures from October through November.
lecture18:45
Mon 26.10.
18:45
Helsingin työväenopiston Opistotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
Siberia in Russia's Past and Present
This lecture series traces Siberia's history from conquest and indigenous peoples through Stalin's camps to modern energy projects. Docent Marina Vituhnovskaja-Kauppala guides participants through the region's development and significance for understanding Russia.
lecture18:30
Mon 26.10.
18:30
Kanneltalo, Helsingin työväenopisto, Helsinki
vapaa pääsy
Kanneltalo Literature, Autumn 2026
Kanneltalo presents a literature lecture series in autumn 2026 covering classics, contemporary authors and literary history. Author interviews with notable guests are also held.
lecture14:00
Mon 26.10.
14:00
Laajasalon palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Joy of Singing Together at Laajasalo Service Centre
Group singing sessions at Laajasalo Service Centre in autumn and winter 2026. Music educators Katja Vepsäläinen and Tarja Karkulehto lead groups singing folk melodies, popular songs, and classical music. Sessions are free.
lecture17:00
Mon 26.10.
17:00
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Helsinki
ilmainen
Harri-Pekka Pietikäinen: The Mythical Significance of Pike for Finns
Harri-Pekka Pietikäinen explores pike's significance for Finns through mythology, folk traditions, and ecology. The lecture draws on his new book and concludes with audience discussion.
other18:00
Mon 26.10.
18:00
Malmitalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
Craft Club: Himmeli
Adult craft club meeting Mondays at Malmitalo. Each session has a new theme, but you can also work on your own projects.
other18:00
Mon 26.10.
18:00
Malmitalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
Malmitalo Tea Room: Somalia - Malmitalo Community Monday
Malmitalo's Community Monday explores Somali tea culture. In the tea room, you can discover traditional drinks and treats with guidance from an instructor.
lecture15:00
Mon 26.10.
15:00
Stoa, Helsinki
vapaa pääsy
From Ancient Times to Muhammad Mursi - Perspectives on Egyptian History
An eight-part lecture series on Egyptian history from the pharaohs to today. Historian Hanna-Riitta Toivanen-Kola examines ancient legacies, Ptolemaic Egypt, the arrival of Islam and the development of modern Egypt.
lecture09:00
Mon 26.10.
09:00
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
Helsinki-info
Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture14:00
Mon 26.10.
14:00
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
Language Cafe Suoma
Finnish language conversation group at Pasila Library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Groups available for all levels from beginners to advanced.
lecture11:00
Mon 26.10.
11:00
Riistavuoren seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Joy of Singing Together at Riistavuoren Service Centre
Music educator Minna Kurki leads a group singing session featuring folk melodies, popular songs, and classical music. The event is free and welcomes anyone who enjoys singing.
lecture13:00
Mon 26.10.
13:00
Munkkiniemen palvelutalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
Joy of Singing Together at Munkkiniemi Service Centre
A group singing session at Munkkiniemi Service Centre featuring folk melodies, popular songs, and classical music. Music educator Minna Kurki guides the group through songs and their stories.
lecture16:30
Mon 26.10.
16:30
Helsingin työväenopiston Opistotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
Theme: Digital Security (Competence Badge)
A ten-part lecture series on digital security. You can attend in person or online, and by participating in at least seven lectures, you can earn the national Digital Security competence badge.
lecture17:00
Mon 26.10.
17:00
Malmitalo, Helsinki
vapaa pääsy
Cultural Tour of the Homeland II
A seven-part lecture series on Finnish cultural history and heritage sites, presented by FM Soili Poikonen across different regions of Finland.
lecture18:00
Mon 26.10.
18:00
Stoa, Helsinki
ilmainen
Medieval Light - Lux medii aevi
Ten lectures on medieval art and symbolism. Explore the foundations of Christian visual language, church architecture, and medieval manuscripts.
lecture18:45
Mon 26.10.
18:45
Malmitalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
At the Roots of Western Architecture
A six-part lecture series on Roman architecture from Vitruvius' theories to the empire's building achievements, held at Malmitalo.
lecture13:00
Mon 26.10.
13:00
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Joy of Singing Together at Kannelmäki Service Centre
A singing group at Kannelmäki Service Centre where participants sing folk melodies, popular songs, and classical music together under the guidance of music educator Satu Luomajoki.
other09:00
Mon 26.10.
09:00
Töölön seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Self-Directed Sewing
Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
other10:00
Mon 26.10.
10:00
Stadin yhteisötalo Saunabaari, Helsinki
ilmainen
Craft Group
Open craft group meeting at Stadin Community Centre Saunabaren on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Bring your tools and materials and create together with others.
other12:15
Mon 26.10.
12:15
Riistavuoren seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Chair Gymnastics
Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other12:00
Mon 26.10.
12:00
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
Open Sewing Workshop with Volunteer Instructor
Open sewing workshop at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila with sewing machines and sergers. Volunteer instructors are available on Mondays and Thursdays to help you learn the equipment.
other09:30
Mon 26.10.
09:30
Riistavuoren seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
Handicraft Guidance
Guided handicraft session at Riistavuoren service center with instructor support.
other13:00
Mon 26.10.
13:00
Perhetalo Kajuutta, Helsinki
ilmainen
Baby Meetup
Baby Meetups is a gathering place for families with infants at Perhetalo Kajuutta. Meetings are held four days a week with varied activities, guidance, and motor skill exercises.
other11:00
Mon 26.10.
11:00
Stadin yhteisötalo Saunabaari, Helsinki
ilmainen
Bridge
An open bridge group meets every Monday at Stadin Community House Saunabaari in Maunula. Participants are expected to know the rules of bridge.
other13:00
Mon 26.10.
13:00
Stadin yhteisötalo Saunabaari, Helsinki
ilmainen
Community Singing
Monthly community singing gathering with classic songs. Sometimes with a volunteer accompanist, sometimes to recorded music.
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
concert
Fri 28.8. – Mon 28.8.
Kiasma-teatteri, Helsinki
23 €
in progress
Ánnámáret: Bálvvosbáiki
An audiovisual concert where Sámi joik meets electronic music, joik, and video art. The concert explores Sámi worldview, colonialism, and environmental consciousness through traditional Sámi goddesses and spiritual themes.
theater
Sat 15.8. – Wed 16.12.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
22-62€
in progress
The Second Republic
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.
musical
Fri 11.9. – Thu 26.11.
Konepajan näyttämö, Helsinki
38€
in progress
The Perfect Musical - A Journey to the Underworld
A clown musical about creating art, aging, and mortality, inspired by ancient mythology and performed by two seasoned clowns and a musician.
theater
Tue 1.9. – Wed 30.12.
Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
in progress
Elolliset
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.
theater
Mon 14.9. – Sat 19.12.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
21-58€
in progress
Wild Women of the Jungle
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.
theater
Tue 15.9. – Sat 19.12.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
24-49€
in progress
Closure
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.
theater
Sat 19.9. – Tue 1.12.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
21-55€
in progress
Starman
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.
theater
Sat 10.10. – Fri 4.12.
Teater Viirus, Helsinki
36 / 28 / 19 / 15 / 5€
in progress
Collage - Stage of Things
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.
theater
Wed 9.9. – Sat 28.11.
Konepajan näyttämö, Helsinki
38€
in progress
About the Kevätuhri - rituaali neljälle klovnille
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.
musical
Mon 28.9. – Tue 29.12.
Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
in progress
The Story of the Laughing Wanderer
A musical drama about Vesa-Matti Loiri's life and career, from his iconic characters to the passion and struggle behind his art.
exhibition
Fri 9.10. – Sun 29.11.
Suomen valokuvataiteen museo, Helsinki
https://www.valokuvat…
in progress
Iiris Elena Rusi
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
Thu 1.10. – Sun 1.11.
Helsingin Tuomiokirkko, Helsinki
8€
(32 days)
Luke Jerram: Helios
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.
club
Thu 6.8. – Thu 3.12.
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Céilidh Dancing in Pasila Library
Traditional British folk dancing with live music from Helsinki Cèilidh Band. No experience needed and everyone is welcome.
musical
Tue 18.8. – Thu 31.12.
Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
in progress
& Julia
A musical where Julia takes control of her own life after Romeo. Written by Emmy-winning screenwriter David West Read and composed by Max Martin, filled with 1990s and 2000s hits.
exhibition
Sat 3.10. – Fri 30.10.
Vuotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
(28 days)
For Art's Sake - Vuosaaren Artist House Exhibition
Exhibition featuring works by artists living at the Vuosaaren Aurinkolahti artist house in Helsinki.
exhibition
Mon 5.10. – Thu 29.10.
Vuotalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
(25 days)
Crazy Invalid - Art from Kurki - Exhibition
An art exhibition by Kurki Activity Centre clients showcasing creativity and humor. Opening on 5.10. from 18:00 to 19:00.
club
Fri 21.8. – Fri 11.12.
Pelitalo Sture, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Gaming Nights for Women and Girls 16-28
Gaming nights for women and girls aged 16-28 at Pelitalo Sture. Play on computers, consoles, and board games with support from youth coordinators.
club
Thu 27.8. – Thu 17.12.
Manala Restaurant & Bar, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Manala Afterwork Jazz
Weekly jazz club at Manala bar in central Helsinki featuring a resident trio and guest musicians on Thursday evenings.
club
Wed 9.9. – Wed 16.12.
Pelitalo Sture, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Rainbow Gaming: Gaymers' Night
Gaming event for rainbow youth featuring computers, Nintendo Switch, Playstation 5, and VR equipment at Pelitalo Sture.
club
Thu 10.9. – Thu 10.12.
Pohjoismainen kulttuuripiste, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Silent Book Club
A peaceful book club where reading enthusiasts gather to read together in silence. Welcome to bring your own book or borrow one on site.
opera
Thu 22.10. – Fri 27.11.
Suomen kansallisooppera ja -baletti, Helsinki
29-118€
in progress
The Marriage of Figaro
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.
theater
Thu 20.8. – Thu 17.12.
Myllypuron seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
From Story to Theatre
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.
theater
Tue 8.9. – Tue 8.12.
Myllypuron kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Art Movement - Community Theatre
Community theatre group for older adults exploring theatre, music, and visual art. No experience required and you can join at any time.
stand-up
Sat 17.10. – Wed 25.11.
Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
in progress
André Wickström 30 Years on Stage - and No End in Sight!
André Wickström marks 30 years as a stand-up comedian with a jubilee show featuring highlights from his career and fresh material.
theater
Thu 6.8. – Sat 31.10.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
24-49€
(87 days)
Lady T
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.
theater
Mon 31.8. – Wed 28.10.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
24-42€
(59 days)
Orphans
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.
theater
Mon 31.8. – Sat 19.12.
Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
in progress
Home Team
A comedy about a marriage in crisis when friends send the couple to an elite couples' training camp. Written by Niina Lahtinen and Joonas Nordman, directed by Anna Dahlman.
other
Tue 1.9. – Fri 13.11.
Stadin yhteisötalo Kontula, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Senior Taekwondo at Kontula Community Centre
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.
theater
Thu 3.9. – Sat 19.12.
Lilla Teatern, Helsinki
in progress
De Obehöriga
John Ajvide Lindqvist's "De Obehöriga" is performed at Lilla Teatern. A theatrical adaptation of the Swedish author and screenwriter's creation.
theater
Mon 7.9. – Sat 5.12.
KOM-teatteri, Helsinki
19-46
in progress
The Bystanders
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.
lecture
Mon 14.9. – Tue 8.12.
Musiikkitalo, Helsinki
9,50–19 €
in progress
Organ Demonstration
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
Thu 24.9. – Fri 30.10.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
24-49€
(37 days)
Sidetrack
Two childhood sweethearts meet on a train after twenty years. A new play about old loves and the dreams that never came true.
theater
Tue 29.9. – Fri 27.11.
KOM-teatteri, Helsinki
17-38€
in progress
Mysterio Buffo
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
Wed 14.10. – Mon 2.11.
Suomen Kansallisteatteri, Helsinki
10-36€
(20 days)
Youth National Theatre: if we are asked
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.
theater
Sat 24.10. – Fri 30.10.
Kiasma-teatteri, Helsinki
26 €
(7 days)
Entanglement: I am a tree, I am a mouth
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.
festival
Tue 16.6. – Tue 15.12.
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Baby Cinema
Free film screenings for families with babies at Pasila Library, with a baby-friendly environment featuring dimmed lighting, lower sound levels, and freedom of movement.
festival
Thu 20.8. – Sat 4.9.
Helsinki
in progress
Helsinki Festival
The Nordic region's largest multi-genre festival offers a programme ranging from classical music to pop and from visual art to contemporary dance.
festival
Wed 26.8. – Sun 29.8.
Helsinki
https://sampofestival…
in progress
SAMPO International Puppet Theatre Festival, Helsinki
SAMPO is an international puppet theatre and visual theatre festival featuring performances for all ages, alongside discussions, exhibitions, and workshops.
exhibition
Tue 1.9. – Sun 10.1.
Luonnontieteellinen museo, Helsinki
https://www.helsinki.…
in progress
Creative Destruction - Johan Eichhorn's Photo Series
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.
festival
Fri 4.9. – Fri 11.12.
Malmin kauppatie 26, Helsinki, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Uusimaa CP Association Hangout Evenings
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
Fri 25.9. – Fri 20.11.
Malmin kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Baby Cinema
A baby-friendly film screening at Malmi Library featuring Summer Book, based on Tove Jansson's novel, with English dialogue and Finnish subtitles.
festival
Fri 2.10. – Sun 1.11.
Puotilan kartano, Helsinki
https://halloweenpuis…
(31 days)
Halloweeks 2026
Halloweeks is a family-friendly autumn festival featuring over a thousand glowing pumpkin lanterns and harvest-themed installations at Puotila Manor in Helsinki.
festival
Wed 7.10. – Sat 27.2.
Annantalo, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Children's Book Festival!
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.
exhibition
Tue 18.8. – Sun 8.8.
Ateneumin taidemuseo, Helsinki
https://ateneum.fi/au…
in progress
Modern Classics: Elga Sesemann
This exhibition presents Elga Sesemann's (1922-2007) extensive artistic output and her significant role in modern Finnish art. Ateneum Art Museum, 18.8.2026-8.8.2027.
Thu 10.9. – Thu 5.11.
Käpylän kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(57 days)
Ordkonstklubb för åk 3-6
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,
exhibition
Thu 24.9. – Sun 10.1.
Sinebrychoffin taidemuseo, Helsinki
0-21€
in progress
The Peacock in the Garden - Mathias Withoos' Rome
The exhibition showcases the Bentvueghels group and Mathias Withoos' work, combining Roman landscapes with lush botanical imagery.
exhibition
Sat 10.10. – Sun 14.2.
Villa Gyllenberg, Helsinki
0-12€
in progress
A Glimpse into the Sampo Collection
An exhibition of the Sampo Group's art collection spanning from the 19th century to the present at Villa Gyllenberg. Open from October 2026 to February 2027.
exhibition
Fri 23.10. – Sun 28.2.
Ateneumin taidemuseo, Helsinki
https://ateneum.fi/au…
in progress
Arcana Borealis
The exhibition examines Nordic women artists' engagement with esoteric movements from the late 19th century onwards, revealing their overlooked networks and the significance of artistic collaboration.
concert
Thu 13.8. – Thu 29.10.
Tinku Café Bar, Helsinki
ilmainen
(78 days)
Sounds of South America
An acoustic houseband plays Latin American music from Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and the Caribbean every Thursday at Tinku Café Bar in Helsinki.
concert
Thu 27.8. – Thu 17.12.
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Orivesi All Stars - jam session
The musician collective Orivesi All Stars invites you to an open jam session where you can play any acoustic instrument.
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