concert19:00West Coast hip-hop legend Xzibit performs at Tavastia Club. The concert celebrates his new album Kingmaker featuring guest appearances from Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, and Busta Rhymes.
concert18:00Singer Aino Liinoja, pianist Jimi Nurminen and bassist Jussi Hovilainen perform jazz standards at Restaurant Kairo. The trio's arrangements emphasize improvisation and musical dialogue.
lecture18:00Four prominent Finnish authors take the stage at Kanneltalo on autumn evenings in 2026. The guests include Finlandia Prize winners Monika Fagerholm and Riko Saatsi, as well as Emmi Itäranta and Esko Valtaoja. All events are free and open to the public.
concert19:00Piano concert with string quintet performing Howard Shore's music from The Lord of the Rings trilogy at Temppeliaukio Church.
theater18:30A former gymnasts' performance exploring body, training, and women's sport. An award-winning work celebrating Finnish gymnastics.
lecture18:00Space astronomer Esko Valtaoja discusses his latest books at Kanneltal in Helsinki. The interviewer is FM Tuija Takala.
lecture18:00A lecture on Tove Jansson's illustrations to Tolkien's The Hobbit. Sonja Virta explores how the illustrations were created, their place in Jansson's broader work, and the role of translation history. Archival materials are featured.
other16:00Young people plan and lead varied craft workshops in Vuotalo's foyer. Drop in once or come regularly, and stay as long as you like.
other22:00Dana Michel presents her new solo work YOU CANNOT CAN in a swimming pool as part of the Liikkeellä marraskuussa festival. The work explores swimming, safety, and socioeconomic realities at Hotel St. George's spa section.
lecture17:00A 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.
lecture18:45This 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.
lecture11:00Free singing group for immigrants and adults learning Finnish. Sing together, practice pronunciation, and learn about Finnish traditions and holidays.
lecture13:00Group singing sessions featuring folk melodies, popular songs, and classical music at Kanneltalo. Led by music educator Satu Luomajoki. Free admission.
theater09:00Dance performance from Tanssiteatteri Raatikko that mixes dance with humor in a half-true narrative.
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A Bible course week at Karku Evangelical Institute exploring Lutheran faith and Jesus' parables, taught by Jukka Niemelä and Johannes Häkämies.
lecture17:00Author Agatha Zaza discusses her new crime novel The English Speakers, featuring Helsinki detectives investigating a decades-old mystery that challenges their understanding of each other and themselves.
lecture18:00Astronomer Esko Valtaoja discusses contemporary phenomena in Kanneltalo's free Monday series.
lecture13:00Free online workshop on hidden job opportunities for job seekers in Helsinki. Learn how to find and contact employers with open positions that are not advertised publicly.
lecture09:00Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture14:00Finnish language conversation group at Pasila Library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Groups available for all levels from beginners to advanced.
lecture11:00Music 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.
lecture13:00A 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.
lecture15:00A lecture series exploring ancient Sparta's history and significance through archaeology and written sources, led by PhD Nikolai Paukkonen.
lecture16:30A 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.
lecture17:00A seven-part lecture series on Finnish cultural history and heritage sites, presented by FM Soili Poikonen across different regions of Finland.
lecture18:00Ten lectures on medieval art and symbolism. Explore the foundations of Christian visual language, church architecture, and medieval manuscripts.
lecture18:15A six-part lecture series on the Trojan War and Odysseus's adventures around the Mediterranean. The lectures are held online as live streams from November through December.
lecture18:45A six-part lecture series on Roman architecture from Vitruvius' theories to the empire's building achievements, held at Malmitalo.
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.
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.
other12:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other12:00Open 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.
other09:30Guided handicraft session at Riistavuoren service center with instructor support.
other13:00Baby 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.
other11:00An open bridge group meets every Monday at Stadin Community House Saunabaari in Maunula. Participants are expected to know the rules of bridge.
other13:00Monthly community singing gathering with classic songs. Sometimes with a volunteer accompanist, sometimes to recorded music.
other16:30Guided peat bathing at Laukaa Tupaswilla where natural peat cares for skin and relaxes the body. Registration required.
other16:30Guided peat bathing for women at Laukaa Tupaswilla. Natural peat cares for skin and hair while relaxing muscles. The 30 € price includes a light supper after the sauna.
other12:00Meeting of Nokia's city council at Ylöjärvi Museum.
lecture11:00The housing advisor from South Ostrobothnia's welfare region offers consultations at Toimari on the second Monday of each month.
other18:00Board meeting at Humallahti Boat Club HVK in Helsinki.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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Oliver Beer's video opera transports viewers to prehistoric caves in southwestern France, where eight singers harness natural acoustics. The exhibition combines sound, video, and paintings created through sound vibrations.
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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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Juha Hurme directs his own version of Aleksis Kivi's classic Seven Brothers at Jyväskylä City Theatre. In the production, seven young people retreat to the forest to study, while Kivi's original story with its crises and meetings unfolds further.
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Artists and audiences from the Liikkeellä marraskuussa festival gather to discuss art over warm soup. Each session starts at 11.40 and lasts approximately 1.5 hours. Advance registration is required.
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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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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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Palokka's 26th Culture Days in November 2026 feature exhibitions, concerts, dance performances and other cultural events, mostly at the area library. Most of the programme is free.
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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.
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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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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.
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Astrid Menasanch Tobieson performs her stand-up comedy at Lilla Teatern. A witty and personal comedy show from a Finnish comedian.
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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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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.
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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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Krzysztof Pastorin's choreography for Dracula returns to the repertoire. Bram Stoker's classic tale of a Transylvanian count comes to life in a ballet set to music by Wojciech Kilar.
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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.
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Iitti Music Festival is a chamber music festival centred on a wooden cross church over 300 years old. The highlights include a piano concert and a midnight concert.
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Film festival in Sodankylä featuring international and Finnish directors under the midnight sun.
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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 Sommelo Folk Music Festival in Kuhmo showcases traditional and oral music through both classical and contemporary interpretations, from rune singing to modern artistic expression.
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Musiikin aika is a contemporary music festival in Viitasaari featuring Finnish and international composers and performers. The programme includes world premieres and academic activities.
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The Nordic region's oldest cultural festival offers a week of music, theatre, exhibitions, films and activities for the whole family.
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Finland's oldest and largest festival for poetry, recitation, and small-scale theatre. Performances, author meetings, and discussions for the whole family.
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A traditional chamber music festival presenting classical music in manor houses and churches on Kemiönsaari.
+ 1100 more long-running events — see the calendar.