concert19:00Canadian technical death metal band Archspire takes the stage at Ääniwalli in Helsinki for a night of high-speed, precision metal.
concert18:00The Beat Goes On brings 1960s music to life at Savoy Theatre with two evenings of classic hits performed by original musicians from that era.
concert19:00Päkä takes the stage at Kulttuuritehdas Korjaamo in Helsinki, with the show starting at 19:00.
concert20:00VITUN ISO ROTSI takes the stage at Kulttuuritehdas Korjaamo in Helsinki on 21 November, starting at 20:00.
concert17:00Crown Magnetar plays Ääniwalli in Helsinki on 21 November 2026, with the show kicking off at 17:00.
concert19:00Riku Niemi Orchestra performs at Finlandia Cafe&Wine in Helsinki.
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concert19:00Maustetytöt performs at Dubrovnik club for an intimate special show before their European tour, celebrating their international success from Kaurismäki's films.
concert13:00Tanja Ilona performs at St. Paul's Church in Helsinki on 21 November 2026 at 1 p.m.
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concertOKSENNUS, Lähdön Aika, and Clactonian at Olarin Panimo at 2026-11-21
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other11:00An open weaving kiosk where anyone can try weaving on looms without prior experience. Danish textile artist Rosa Tolnov Clausen's project explores the future of weaving.
club20:00Storyville's regular disco night on Saturdays. With an advance ticket, skip the queue if you arrive before 21:00.
club20:00Karaoke night at Eurohostel hosted by Nicola Lombardo with DJ Guli. Great for newcomers to Helsinki and visitors looking to make new friends.
lecture11:00A beginner-level Finnish reading group for adults. Free to join, and small children are welcome to attend.
lecture12:00Free Mandarin Chinese course for adults at Itäkeskus Library, led by certified teacher Ning Li. Instruction is in Finnish, English, and Mandarin Chinese.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival(2 days)
A two-day industrial, EBM and goth festival at Tiivistämö in November featuring international and local acts performing 18:00-03:00 both days.
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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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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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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.
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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.
festival(3 days)
Ambassador21 plays at Hellsinki Industrial Festival 2026 on 20 November 2026 at Suvilahden Tiivistämö in Helsinki.
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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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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.
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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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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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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.
theater(3 days)
A wordless family dance show combining juggling and shadow theatre, exploring the world from a grain of sand to the cosmos. Suitable for ages 4 and up.
ballet(41 days)
Helsinki Dance Company revives Kenneth Kvarnström's landmark contemporary dance work no-no with a new production. This intense movement ritual balances extreme physicality with sensual poetry, marking three decades since the piece transformed Finnish dance.
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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 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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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.
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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.
+ 760 more long-running events — see the calendar.