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.
concert18:00Two acoustic folk artists - Rautakoura and Paula Wolski - perform at Herttoniemi Library as part of autumn 2026's Helsinki Folk concert series. Free admission.
concertEzhel at Ääniwalli at 2026-11-10
sport18:30Liiga ice hockey match between TPS Turku and KalPa in Turku.
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Pekka Simojoki's hymn tour Häikäisevän kirkas visits Helsinki Cathedral with a large ensemble of singers and musicians.
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A sharp comedy about two recovering alcoholics whose AA sponsorship relationship unravels as moral self-examination pushes them toward crisis.
classical19:00An orchestral concert by the Helsinginkatu Philharmonic in the atmospheric setting of Temppeliaukio Church, Helsinki's famous rock-carved church.
lecture14:00A lecture series on Finnish history covering the sinking of the armoured ship Ilmarinen, the history of Vartiokylä Bay, and 18th-century Helsinki's Seamen's House. Free admission.
lecture18:00Two author talks at Vuotalo in autumn 2026 featuring Aki Ollikainen and Maija Kajanto. Free admission.
concert19:00Helsinki-based choirs perform baroque music from 18th-century Latin America under Sanna Mansikkaniemi's direction. The programme blends religious music from the Andes and Mexico with Christmas melodies from the region.
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Jazztori is Lahti's traditional jazz festival celebrating the "Jazz Finland 100" theme and the centenary of John Coltrane and Miles Davis' births. The festival presents a diverse programme of jazz and related genres across multiple venues in Lahti.
theater18:00Betty Tchomanga explores the history of colonialism through four portraits where dance, speech and body tell stories from France to Benin, Algeria and Ethiopia. A performance at Stoa as part of the Liikkeellä marraskuussa festival.
classical19:00The Italian Tenors bring classic Italian tenor singing to Vanaja-Sali at Verkatehdas in Hämeenlinna.
stand-up19:30Stand-up comedy night at Porvoo Paahtimo featuring Helena Pöllänen, Saana Peltola, Leo Viking Holmström and other Finnish comedians.
lecture14:00Docent Mikko Huhtamies discusses the history of Helsinki's Sailors' Chamber in the 18th century and maritime workers' advocacy during the Suomenlinna fortress construction era.
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Dance event at Saha (Konemiehentie 3) on Tuesday 10.11 from 8 PM onwards, for students. The evening starts with a dance lesson, then continues as a party where you can put the steps into practice.🪩🕺🏽✨🪅🍸 Tickets go on sa…
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FI/EN Yksille-bileet tiistaina 10.11. klo 22.00 Rymy-Eetussa. Lippu 10 € sisältää pääsylipun, narikan ja kaksi juomaetua. Lipunmyynti vain Kide.appissa. Tapahtumassa noudatetaan turvallisen tilan periaatteita. Häirinnäs…
club18:00A club series at Semifinal with early start and 10 pm finish, where DJ Hermanni Peltola and Ulrika play disco groove from classics to new releases.
concert10:30The children's orchestra Svengaavat hirvet invites families to an interactive concert featuring beloved children's songs where kids sing, dance, and play alongside the musicians.
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concert19:00Student concert from Pirkanmaa Music Institute featuring various instruments. Free admission.
concert14:00Free concert series from Finland's Music Campus featuring classical performances by students at two venues in Jyväskylä throughout autumn 2026.
theater18:00Greta Production brings Olavi Paavolainen's Riviera journey to life through poetry, music, and dramatic scenes. A performance that interweaves history, culture, and art.
club10:00Billiards players meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays to play against each other at Stadin yhteisótalo Saunabaarissa.
club16:00A meeting place for students to relax with coffee and snacks, meet new people, and join optional activities. Completely free with no registration required.
lecture18:45A lecture series where Dr. Tuukka Perhoniemi investigates the nature of time from four perspectives: cultural, temporal, scientific, and philosophical.
22:00Dana Michel's new solo work YOU CANNOT CAN explores swimming, safety, and belonging through performance in a pool at Hotel St. George's spa in Helsinki.
theater18:30Agatha Christie's crime story on stage: Miss Marple investigates a murder mystery when a famous film star moves to an English village. Murmuu Theatre's production at Muuramesali.
other17:30Wine tasting evening at Restaurant Ilves hosted by Tavastia Club's managing director Juhani Merimaa, featuring a voting competition for the best wine. The 49 € ticket includes tasting portions, savoury bites, and the programme.
theater09:00A humorous dance performance from Tanssiteatteri Raatikko where storytelling and movement blend in a playful way.
other11:00A guided painting group at the community centre where participants create art together under the instruction of Lidia.
other16:00Join Selina, a yoga instructor and fellow CE student, for a beginner-friendly guided yoga session in a cosy studio in Helsinki, followed by tea. 🪷 ⏰ Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear comfortable clothes. 🌟 No expe…
other21:00🎲 Board game evening at Yamy Bar with ESN Uni Helsinki. Chat, meet people and play board games - come with friends or on your own. You can also bring your own games.🎲 Tuesday 10 November, 21:00-24:00. A few minutes' wal…
lecture14:00Wellness event featuring a lecture on nutrition, seed bread tasting, and gentle Asahi movement for all.
lecture16:30Researchers at the Finnish Literature Society present stories hidden in archive boxes, spanning from the Titanic's sinking to wartime Germany and modern Helsinki.
lecture17:30Library event featuring book recommendations and discussion of reading experiences.
lecture18:00Author Maija Kajanto presents her new novel Lasipallotalvi and discusses the continuation of the Kahvila Koivu series with interviewer Tuija Takala.
lecture18:00An English-language lecture exploring Agatha Christie's life and legacy through the English locations that inspired her work, with a preview of the British Library's new exhibition.
other10:00A family café where children play and adults meet. The programme features singing, play, movement and art.
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.
lecture13:00Free online training on business planning and calculations. Learn what a good plan includes and how to create financial projections.
lecture17:30The reading circle gathers regularly to read and discuss selected works together. The programme explores various literary genres and participation is free.
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.
lecture11:00A singing group that performs folk melodies, popular songs, and classical pieces together. Led by music educator Satu Luomajoki.
lecture13:00A community singing group at Stoa where classical melodies and folk music are performed together under the guidance of music teacher Vesa Lintula.
lecture13:00A gentle yoga class led by Dada at Alpila Community House. Suitable for all levels.
lecture13:00Free digital advice at Vaajakoski Area Library on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Trained volunteers help with devices and online services. Advance booking required.
lecture13:15A lecture series on the ideas of romanticism and its influence on European culture. The lectures examine romanticism's definition, its manifestations across different countries, and its connection to politics and nationalism.
lecture18:00A guided backstage tour of Jyväskylä City Theatre where professionals share theatre stories and show you the stage, set design studio, and storage areas.
lecture16:45A seven-part lecture series on Russian music history from the 19th century to today. Follow the evolution from Romanticism through modernism and the Soviet era, exploring how history and politics influenced these composers' lives and creative output.
lecture17:00A five-part lecture series on the great ideas of modernity from rationalism to communism, where Dr. Mika Pekkola explores philosophical foundations and historical consequences.
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.
lecture17:00A lecture series tracing Finnish architectural history from medieval stone churches to contemporary housing estates. Seven talks held over autumn at Stoa.
lecture18:30A lecture series exploring art's nocturnal world from moonlight to nightmares. FM Leena Reinilä examines themes of sleep and night in art history across five sessions.
lecture18:45A lecture series exploring American history from slavery and expansion to imperialism, led by Dr. Pasi Kallio.
lecture18:45Lecture series on classical texts of ancient Greek drama and their ideas. Docent Markku Koivusalo presents works by Aristophanes and Euripides from September through November.
lecture18:00Open reading circle exploring African American literature from classics to contemporary authors. Meets every two weeks, free entry.
lecture13:30Singing sessions for seniors at Syystie Service Centre. The programme features popular songs, folk melodies and classical pieces, exploring their background and shared memories together.
other14:30Free circus course for seniors at Stoa where you practice balance and mobility with circus equipment. The course is open to everyone regardless of prior experience.
other16:00Free circus course for seniors focusing on balance, flexibility, and coordination. Led by circus instructor Enrique Salas with teaching in English, Spanish, and Finnish.
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.
other15:00A meeting place for University of Eastern Finland students where you can enjoy coffee, snacks, and join optional activities. Meets on Tuesdays at Lukema.
other13:00An open craft workshop where you can create and meet others around a changing theme.
other14:00Chair gymnastics in the afternoon that strengthens the body and improves mobility. Suitable for all fitness levels.
other16:30Yoga and meditation session at Kalasatama Free City Lounge. A calming practice for wellbeing.
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.
+ 1093 more long-running events — see the calendar.