concert18:00in 5 days
Two Finnish folk music bands, Rautakoura and Paula Wolski, perform at the library. Free admission.
concert19:00in 5 days
American rock band Canyon Lights makes its Finnish debut. Drawing inspiration from 70s rock, Pat Faherty, Tim Carman, and Heather Gillis deliver their music live.
concert20:00in 5 days
Ukrainian artist Druga Rika performs in Helsinki.
club20:00in 5 days
Electronic music event at Arkisto in Helsinki starting at 20:00.
concert18:00in 5 days
A series of student concerts from the North Helsinki Music Institute featuring different instrumental groups and age categories.
concert18:00in 5 days
An open performance event for songwriters to present new songs and receive feedback from the audience.
club10:00in 5 days
Billiards players meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays to play against each other at Stadin yhteisótalo Saunabaarissa.
lecture18:45in 5 days
A lecture series where Dr. Tuukka Perhoniemi investigates the nature of time from four perspectives: cultural, temporal, scientific, and philosophical.
lecture17:00in 5 days
Kalasatama Library's reading circle discusses Nobel Prize-winning author Abdulrazak Gurnah's novel Stone Heart. Open to all without advance registration.
other11:00in 5 days
A guided painting group at the community centre where participants create art together under the instruction of Lidia.
lecture16:45in 5 days
Free training on volunteering at Vuosaari Library. Learn the fundamentals, practical skills, and communication techniques while discovering volunteer opportunities in the area.
lecture18:00in 5 days
A literary reading circle exploring Miranda Cowley Heller's novel Paper Palace through the lens of love. Open to all.
lecture18:00in 5 days
Margaret Atwood discusses The Handmaid's Tale and The Testaments, two dystopian novels that became global phenomena, and reflects on her broader literary career.
other10:00in 5 days
A family café featuring singing, play and movement for children and adults from diverse backgrounds. A great way to meet other families and practice Finnish.
lecture09:00in 5 days
Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture11:00in 5 days
English 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.
lecture10:30in 5 days
Poetry hour is an open event where you can recite poems or listen to others' performances at Riistavuori Service Centre.
lecture11:00in 5 days
A singing group that performs folk melodies, popular songs, and classical pieces together. Led by music educator Satu Luomajoki.
lecture13:00in 5 days
A gentle yoga class led by Dada at Alpila Community House. Suitable for all levels.
lecture13:00in 5 days
Free online training in business planning and financial calculations for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking funding or bank loans.
lecture13:00in 5 days
A community singing group at Stoa where classical melodies and folk music are performed together under the guidance of music teacher Vesa Lintula.
lecture13:15in 5 days
A 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.
lecture15:45in 5 days
A philosophy café where participants discuss fundamental questions about human existence throughout the autumn. Each meeting opens with a brief philosophical introduction followed by shared reflection. Free entry and no prior knowledge required.
lecture16:45in 5 days
A 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.
lecture17:00in 5 days
A lecture series tracing Finnish architectural history from medieval stone churches to contemporary housing estates. Seven talks held over autumn at Stoa.
lecture17:00in 5 days
A five-part lecture series on the great ideas of modernity from rationalism to communism, where Dr. Mika Pekkola explores philosophical foundations and historical consequences.
lecture17:00in 5 days
Free reading group for adults learning Finnish. No registration needed, drop in whenever you can.
lecture17:00in 5 days
Free guided tour of the Helsinki exhibition at the City Museum of Helsinki. Tours available in Russian, Finnish, and English.
lecture18:00in 5 days
Russian-language book club at Pasila Library where literature enthusiasts discuss books together. Meetings every Tuesday at 18:00.
lecture18:30in 5 days
A 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.
lecture18:45in 5 days
A lecture series exploring American history from slavery and expansion to imperialism, led by Dr. Pasi Kallio.
lecture18:45in 5 days
Lecture series on classical texts of ancient Greek drama and their ideas. Docent Markku Koivusalo presents works by Aristophanes and Euripides from September through November.
other13:00in 5 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.
other16:30in 5 days
Yoga and meditation session at Kalasatama Free City Lounge. A calming practice for wellbeing.
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.
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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.
musicalin progress
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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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
festivalin progress
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.
+ 773 more long-running events — see the calendar.