concert19:00Ricky-Tick Big Band teams up with Finnish hip-hop collective Julkinen Sana for a joint concert at Logomo in Turku.
concert18:00Cryptic Hatred take the stage at Lutakko in Jyväskylä on 26 November, starting at 18:00.
classical19:00Award-winning pianist Anton Mejias performs as soloist with the Central Ostrobothnia Chamber Orchestra in Bach's piano concerto and contemporary works. The concert is conducted by La Maestra competition winner Mojca Lavrencic.
concert19:00A live show by the British indie-pop band Only The Poets at Kulttuuritehdas Korjaamo in Helsinki.
classical19:00The Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra performs Sebastian Fagerlund's organ concerto Ad Spiram, featuring Latvian organ virtuoso Iveta Apkalna.
club19:00Singer Maija Vilkkumaa performs at a karaoke night in Pori.
concert19:00Jarkko Tamminen imitates over 50 famous stars from music, entertainment, sports and politics in this show featuring dancers and live music at Satama Arena.
concert18:00Rakuunasoittokunta performs Hollywood's most iconic film music melodies from adventures, thrillers, romance and comedy.
classical18:30Spanish pianist Javier Perianes performs a classical music programme at Sibeliustalo in Lahti.
classical19:00Conductor and pianist Ralf Gothoni celebrates his 80th birthday performing with the Lohja City Orchestra in three roles. The programme features works by Beethoven, Schnittke, and Mozart.
sport18:30Liiga ice hockey match between Vaasan Sport and Ilves.
concert18:30Finnish rock veterans Popeda take the stage on the JouluJolla Christmas cruise in Helsinki.
stand-up19:00Stand-up show featuring three women from different generations sharing their experiences from youth to old age.
cinema17:30Documentary about how the American soap opera "The Bold and the Beautiful" captivated millions of Finns during the 1990s recession. Director Inka Achté will be present for a post-screening discussion.
cinema18:00Emma Thompson stars in Winterheart, an action thriller about a widowed fisherman who must protect a kidnapped girl during a deadly blizzard in the Finnish wilderness.
concert18:15Students from Helsinki's music schools perform a concert at the Musiikkitalo. Free admission.
concert18:00Pianist Maija Väisänen performs an evening programme from dusk to night featuring works by Glass, Hensel, Tarkiainen and Kaski.
concert17:30A live performance by Younghearted at Taulumaen Kirkko in Jyvaskyla.
club19:30Thursday dance night with Jarkko Yli-Sikkilä & Soiva Orkesteri at Peurunka Arena. Dancing starts at 20.00, K18 age-restricted.
concert18:00Jyväskylä Sinfonia's family concert where the audience sings along with the orchestra and soloists on beloved children's songs.
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theater18:00A classic fairy tale on stage featuring three-dimensional digital characters from video games - a Finnish world premiere of this innovative theatrical adaptation.
exhibition12:00An exhibition presenting two artists named Saara: Saara Pylvänäinen's textiles and paintings alongside Saara Vallineva's visual art and book illustrations, where central Finnish nature and local cultural heritage converge.
concert17:30A stop on Younghearted's Christmas tour, bringing festive live music to Jyvaskyla.
club10:00Billiards players meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays to play against each other at Stadin yhteisótalo Saunabaarissa.
lecture17:00An eight-part lecture series on Byzantine history and its influence on the ancient Russian principalities. Lecturer is Dr. Hanna-Riitta Toivanen-Kola.
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lecture18:00Professor Tiina Kinnunen lectures on women's role in the history of independent Finland. The lecture is part of the Kotkaniemi Museum series and admission is free.
other17:30An art workshop where you create your own gnome door with imagination and creativity. Suitable for children and adults with no prior experience.
lecture10:00A lecture series on contemporary literature in autumn 2026 featuring writers, researchers, and journalists. Topics range from Nobel Prize winner László Krasznahorkai to the Finlandia Prize candidates. Free admission.
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.
lecture13:00A ten-part webinar series teaches you how to use your smartphone effectively through practical examples. Topics include audiobooks, grocery shopping, language learning, travel, payments, health, phone protection, entertainment and online dating.
lecture17:00A lecture series on the forgotten achievements of women scientists and why their contributions have been overshadowed in history. Four lectures spanning from prehistoric times to the present day.
lecture18:30Lecture series by FM Seppo Vepsäläinen on the history of the Alpine countries from the Baroque era to today. Free Zoom lectures with no registration required.
lecture18:45A lecture series on the great masters of painting from the Renaissance to modernism. Live streams on Google Meet each week.
lecture18:45This lecture series examines the Soviet Union and Russia's development from Stalin's death to today through current research. It covers political, cultural and social changes and provides context for understanding contemporary Russia.
lecture10:15Free job application workshop at Helsinki Employment Services where you learn to write effective applications and receive personal guidance.
lecture13:00Free webinar from Business Helsinki on light entrepreneurship - what it means, how it's regulated, and which business activities it's suitable for.
lecture13:00Open coffee gathering at Stadin Community Centre Malmi where you can share ideas and hear about autumn activities. Coffee and pastries provided.
lecture18:00Easy-read book club at Kallion Library. Discussions about books written in simple Finnish, open to all but especially for language learners and people with reading difficulties.
other10:15Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other12:30Open 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.
other13:00A traditional bingo night at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila with a volunteer host and prizes for winners.
other13:00Guided handicraft session at Riistavuoren service center with instructor support.
other18:00An ecological visual art workshop where participants learn drawing and painting techniques using natural materials. Taught by artist Satu Kalliokuusi for young people aged 16-20.
other13:00Guided exercise combined with art at the Kanneltalo gallery and Tempo's multipurpose space. Stretching, traditional games, Nordic walking, and resistance band work.
other17:00Monthly trivia night at Kuru Library with a prize for the winner.
other13:00Free and open memory cafe at the Library Chamber offering memory training and social connection.
other16:00Hukkakeittiö is an event about sustainable food use and reducing food waste, held 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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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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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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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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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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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.
theaterin 3 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.
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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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.
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Pori Jazz is Finland's largest rhythm music festival, featuring international and Finnish artists. The programme offers both paid concerts and free performances, plus a dedicated Pori Jazz Kids festival for children.
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Kangasniemi Music Weeks is a vocal-focused festival with concerts, opera and vocal art courses led by conductor Mikko Franck.
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Kuhmo Chamber Music is a summer festival where talented chamber musicians perform concerts in the beautiful natural setting of Kainuu.
+ 1003 more long-running events — see the calendar.