concert19:30Thu, 3 Dec 2026 in Helsinki
Starting today
concert19:30
club19:00Club Eternal Flame
A slowdisco playing only slow love songs from 80s and 90s ballads to modern classics. The Bangles' "Eternal Flame" plays every hour.
club10:00Billiards Players' Day
Billiards players meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays to play against each other at Stadin yhteisótalo Saunabaarissa.
lecture17:00From Constantinople to Novgorod - Fascinating Byzantium in a Nutshell
An eight-part lecture series on Byzantine history and its influence on the ancient Russian principalities. Lecturer is Dr. Hanna-Riitta Toivanen-Kola.
lecture11:00English Conversation Club
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.
lecture17:00Forgotten Women Scientists
A 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.
lecture18:30History of the Alpine Countries from the Baroque to Today
Lecture 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.
lecture18:45Great Masters of Painting
A lecture series on the great masters of painting from the Renaissance to modernism. Live streams on Google Meet each week.
lecture17:30Open Reading Circle - Short Prose and Poetry, South American Theme
Open reading circle exploring South and Latin American literature, led by poet Pilvi Pääkkönen. Weekly meetings throughout autumn, free admission.
other10:15Chair Gymnastics
Chair gymnastics is an exercise programme designed for people using a wheelchair or other mobility aids.
other12:30Open Sewing Workshop with Volunteer Instructor
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.
other13:00Bingo
A traditional bingo night at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila with a volunteer host and prizes for winners.
other13:00Handicraft Guidance
Guided handicraft session at Riistavuoren service center with instructor support.
other13:00Art Fitness - Let Art Move You!
Guided exercise combined with art at the Kanneltalo gallery and Tempo's multipurpose space. Stretching, traditional games, Nordic walking, and resistance band work.
exhibition17:00Exhibition Openings
Opening ceremony for exhibitions at Kalasatama Vapaakaupunki's lounge.
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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Oliver Beer - Resonance Project: The Cave
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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Ánnámáret: Bálvvosbáiki
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
The Second Republic
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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Elolliset
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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Wild Women of the Jungle
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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Closure
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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Collage - Stage of Things
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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The Fifth Step
A sharp comedy about two recovering alcoholics whose AA sponsorship relationship unravels as moral self-examination pushes them toward crisis.
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The Story of the Laughing Wanderer
A musical drama about Vesa-Matti Loiri's life and career, from his iconic characters to the passion and struggle behind his art.
clubin progress
Céilidh Dancing in Pasila Library
Traditional British folk dancing with live music from Helsinki Cèilidh Band. No experience needed and everyone is welcome.
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& Julia
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 16-28
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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Manala Afterwork Jazz
Weekly jazz club at Manala bar in central Helsinki featuring a resident trio and guest musicians on Thursday evenings.
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Rainbow Gaming: Gaymers' Night
Gaming event for rainbow youth featuring computers, Nintendo Switch, Playstation 5, and VR equipment at Pelitalo Sture.
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Silent Book Club
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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From Story to Theatre
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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Art Movement - Community Theatre
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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When Baba Falls in the Pool at 23.47
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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Home Team
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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De Obehöriga
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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The Bystanders
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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Organ Demonstration
Guided tour of the Musiikkitalo concert organ with 124 stops. Discover the instrument's diverse sounds and special features with an organist and guide.
theaterin 2 days (36 days)
The Tale of the Shining Pearl
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)
No-No
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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Baby Cinema
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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Helsinki Festival
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 International Puppet Theatre Festival, Helsinki
SAMPO is an international puppet theatre and visual theatre festival featuring performances for all ages, alongside discussions, exhibitions, and workshops.
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Creative Destruction - Johan Eichhorn's Photo Series
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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Uusimaa CP Association Hangout Evenings
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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Children's Book Festival!
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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Modern Classics: Elga Sesemann
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 Peacock in the Garden - Mathias Withoos' Rome
The exhibition showcases the Bentvueghels group and Mathias Withoos' work, combining Roman landscapes with lush botanical imagery.
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A Glimpse into the Sampo Collection
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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Arcana Borealis
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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Orivesi All Stars - jam session
The musician collective Orivesi All Stars invites you to an open jam session where you can play any acoustic instrument.
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Kampin Service Centre Senior Choir
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
Accordion singers perform at Kampin service centre for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
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Mantra Music Evenings at Seurahuone
Karuna Flow Music Duo performs mantra music with piano, guitar, and vocals. Free admission.
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Music for Strength
Community singing for pensioners and unemployed in Helsinki with a service centre card. Free event at Kampi service centre.
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Körmyt-mieslaulajat
A singing event for pensioners and unemployed people at Helsinki's Kampi service centre.
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New Hopes for Early Music
Sibelius Academy early music students perform lunch concerts in the book tower of Richardinkatu Library. Free admission.
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Pasila Library Silent Reading Circle
A monthly silent reading circle at Pasila Library where participants read quietly together. Each person brings their own book and enjoys a peaceful reading session without discussion.
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Bridge
Bridge club meets every Friday at Kinaporin senior centre. A classic card game for all skill levels.
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Men's Group at Laajasalo Service Centre
A men's group meets at Laajasalo Service Centre for conversation and companionship. The event is for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
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Record Council
Levyraati is a music discussion group that meets on alternate Tuesdays. Members listen to and discuss songs from different eras around a shared theme.
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Knitting Club
Free knitting club at Puistola Library on Wednesday evenings. Suitable for both beginners and experienced craft enthusiasts.
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Karaoke
Karaoke for singers of all levels, from beginners to experienced. No singing talent required, and you can also just listen.
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Friday Jamit
Open-mic evening for music and spoken word with Ogeli House Band and guest artists.
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Karaoke
Free karaoke evening at Stadi Community Centre Alppila. Open to everyone - no experience needed. You can sing or just listen.
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Manga Club at Vuosaaren Library
A manga club for teenagers and young adults meeting every other Monday at the library to discuss manga and share comic recommendations.
+ 669 more long-running events — see the calendar.