concert18:00in 4 days
American ambient-dream pop musician Grouper and New Zealand composer Roy Montgomery perform at Temppeliaukio Church. Liz Harris's serene, effect-laden music blends ambient, dream pop and drone.
concertin 4 days
American electronicore band The Browning performs at Tavastia with Within Destruction and Abbie Falls. The band combines electronic sounds with deathcore and has seven albums to their name.
concert18:00in 4 days
A tribute to Tapio Rautavaara featuring his songs as sing-alongs, with memories, sketches and poems performed by Matti Reittamo and Maritta Widberg.
other18:00in 4 days
For Social Impact Days, Crafting Crew at Central Library Oodi makes blankets for the Finnish Red Cross. The same project ran in the spring and returns by popular demand. Monday 16 November, 18:00-21:00, group room 3 on …
other16:00in 4 days
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.
lecture17:00in 4 days
A lecture series on the current situation in the United States and Trump's policies. Non-fiction author Atte Korhola examines education, science, and immigration policy.
lecture18:00in 4 days
Open reading circle exploring James Joyce's classic novel Odysseus. Meetings every two weeks, first meeting Monday, September 14 at 6 p.m. Free entry.
lecture18:45in 4 days
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.
exhibitionin 4 days (6 days)
A sensory path through an enchanting forest designed by art educator Jenni Vilander. The installation is accessible to all ages and welcomes both small children and people with various mobility needs.
lecture18:30in 4 days
Kanneltalo presents a literature lecture series in autumn 2026 covering classics, contemporary authors and literary history. Author interviews with notable guests are also held.
lecture14:00in 4 days
Group singing sessions at Laajasalo Service Centre in autumn and winter. Music educators Katja Vepsäläinen and Tarja Karkulehto lead songs combining folk melodies, popular music and classical repertoire.
lecture09:00in 4 days
Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture14:00in 4 days
Finnish language conversation group at Pasila Library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Groups available for all levels from beginners to advanced.
lecture11:00in 4 days
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.
lecture11:00in 4 days
SeniorSurf teaches seniors practical Android skills in short sessions. The autumn programme is packed with useful tips for phone management and apps.
lecture13:00in 4 days
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.
lecture13:15in 4 days
A beginner-level workshop on CV writing basics, where you can start building your own CV during the session. Advance registration is required and participants must be Helsinki residents.
lecture15:00in 4 days
A lecture series exploring ancient Sparta's history and significance through archaeology and written sources, led by PhD Nikolai Paukkonen.
lecture16:30in 4 days
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.
lecture17:00in 4 days
A seven-part lecture series on Finnish cultural history and heritage sites, presented by FM Soili Poikonen across different regions of Finland.
lecture18:00in 4 days
Ten lectures on medieval art and symbolism. Explore the foundations of Christian visual language, church architecture, and medieval manuscripts.
lecture18:15in 4 days
A 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.
lecture18:45in 4 days
A six-part lecture series on Roman architecture from Vitruvius' theories to the empire's building achievements, held at Malmitalo.
other09:00in 4 days
Self-directed sewing club at Töölö service centre on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Open to retirees and unemployed residents of Helsinki.
other10:00in 4 days
Open craft group meeting at Stadin Community Centre Saunabaren on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Bring your tools and materials and create together with others.
other12:15in 4 days
Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other12:00in 4 days
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.
other09:30in 4 days
Guided handicraft session at Riistavuoren service center with instructor support.
other13:00in 4 days
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.
other11:00in 4 days
An open bridge group meets every Monday at Stadin Community House Saunabaari in Maunula. Participants are expected to know the rules of bridge.
other13:00in 4 days
Monthly community singing gathering with classic songs. Sometimes with a volunteer accompanist, sometimes to recorded music.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
exhibitionin progress
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.
concertin progress
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.
theaterin progress
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.
musicalin progress
A clown musical about creating art, aging, and mortality, inspired by ancient mythology and performed by two seasoned clowns and a musician.
theaterin progress
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.
theaterin progress
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.
theaterin progress
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.
theaterin progress
A sharp comedy about two recovering alcoholics whose AA sponsorship relationship unravels as moral self-examination pushes them toward crisis.
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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.
musicalin progress
A musical drama about Vesa-Matti Loiri's life and career, from his iconic characters to the passion and struggle behind his art.
exhibitionin progress
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.
clubin progress
Traditional British folk dancing with live music from Helsinki Cèilidh Band. No experience needed and everyone is welcome.
musicalin progress
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.
clubin progress
Gaming nights for women and girls aged 16-28 at Pelitalo Sture. Play on computers, consoles, and board games with support from youth coordinators.
clubin progress
Weekly jazz club at Manala bar in central Helsinki featuring a resident trio and guest musicians on Thursday evenings.
clubin progress
Gaming event for rainbow youth featuring computers, Nintendo Switch, Playstation 5, and VR equipment at Pelitalo Sture.
clubin progress
A peaceful book club where reading enthusiasts gather to read together in silence. Welcome to bring your own book or borrow one on site.
operain progress
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.
theaterin progress
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.
theaterin progress
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.
stand-upin progress
Astrid Menasanch Tobieson performs her stand-up comedy at Lilla Teatern. A witty and personal comedy show from a Finnish comedian.
stand-up(9 days)
Iikka Kivi's full-evening stand-up special where the comedian tackles midlife crisis and global problems through humour. The show is rated K-18 and runs approximately 1.5-2 hours.
theaterin progress
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.
theaterin progress
John Ajvide Lindqvist's "De Obehöriga" is performed at Lilla Teatern. A theatrical adaptation of the Swedish author and screenwriter's creation.
theaterin progress
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.
theaterin 2 days (36 days)
A classic tale of a magical gnome and a secret pearl comes to life on the National Theatre's main stage. Follow the Master Gnome's adventure through enchanted worlds filled with mystery and danger.
festivalin progress
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Two Sámi artists present works that unite traditional craftsmanship and modern materials, exploring universal emotions and the tension between nature and industrialisation.
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Depa Kollektiivi's exhibition explores mental health challenges and stigma through art. Voices of experts, professionals, and people with lived experience come together to spark dialogue and break down silence.
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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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The exhibition showcases the Bentvueghels group and Mathias Withoos' work, combining Roman landscapes with lush botanical imagery.
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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.
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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.
concertin progress
The musician collective Orivesi All Stars invites you to an open jam session where you can play any acoustic instrument.
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The senior choir at Kampin Service Centre in Helsinki welcomes retired and unemployed residents with a service centre card.
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Accordion singers perform at Kampin service centre for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
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Karuna Flow Music Duo performs mantra music with piano, guitar, and vocals. Free admission.
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Community singing for pensioners and unemployed in Helsinki with a service centre card. Free event at Kampi service centre.
+ 775 more long-running events — see the calendar.