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Sat 12.12.
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Helsinki
Jouluyöstä juhlaan
A Christmas-themed event in Helsinki this December.
Sat, 12 Dec 2026 in Helsinki
Starting today
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Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
concert
Fri 28.8. – Mon 28.8.
Kiasma-teatteri, Helsinki
23 €
(732 days)
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.
theater
Tue 1.9. – Wed 30.12.
Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
(121 days)
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.
musical
Tue 18.8. – Thu 31.12.
Helsingin Kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
(136 days)
& 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.
theater
Thu 3.9. – Sat 19.12.
✨ New
Lilla Teatern, Helsinki
(108 days)
De Obehöriga
John Ajvide Lindqvist's "De Obehöriga" is performed at Lilla Teatern. A theatrical adaptation of the Swedish author and screenwriter's creation.
festival
Tue 16.6. – Tue 15.12.
Pasilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
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.
exhibition
Tue 18.8. – Sun 8.8.
Ateneumin taidemuseo, Helsinki
https://ateneum.fi/au…
(356 days)
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.
lecture
Tue 1.9. – Tue 15.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Finnish Language Café
A volunteer-run conversation group for practising Finnish in a relaxed setting with coffee and tea.
theater
Mon 31.8. – Sat 19.12.
Arena-näyttämö - Helsingin kaupunginteatteri, Helsinki
(111 days)
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.
club
Fri 3.7. – Fri 18.12.
Kinaporin seniorikeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Bridge
Bridge club meets every Friday at Kinaporin senior centre. A classic card game for all skill levels.
other
Tue 11.8. – Tue 15.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Library Gym
Free library gym at Tölö Library led by Elina and Tapio. Stretching, muscle conditioning and socializing. Outdoors in summer.
club
Wed 12.8. – Wed 16.12.
Puistolan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Knitting Club
Free knitting club at Puistola Library on Wednesday evenings. Suitable for both beginners and experienced craft enthusiasts.
club
Fri 14.8. – Fri 28.5.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(288 days)
Karaoke
Free karaoke evening at Stadi Community Centre Alppila. Open to everyone - no experience needed. You can sing or just listen.
other
Thu 3.9. – Thu 17.12.
✨ New
Roihuvuoren kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Recycled Material Crafts
Weekly craft sessions using recycled materials at Roihuvuori Library. Library staff guide and inspire participants with no registration needed.
lecture
Tue 18.8. – Tue 15.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Tuesday Meditation
A meditation session exploring body-mind awareness and deepening concentration under the guidance of musician Kalle Ylitalo, who brings ten years of Buddhist meditation practice experience.
lecture
Wed 19.8. – Wed 16.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Senior Reading Circle
The senior reading circle meets once a month to read today's newspapers together, discuss the news, and share thoughts. You can also attend just to listen.
lecture
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Jakomäen kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Jakomäki Library Reading Circle
A reading circle at Jakomäki Library where participants discuss books together. Open group that welcomes new members at any time.
lecture
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Poetry Salon
An open poetry salon where participants discuss and share their favorite poems in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
lecture
Thu 27.8. – Thu 17.12.
Maunulan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Maunulan Library Crime Fiction Reading Circle
A monthly crime fiction reading group at Maunulan Library where readers discuss detective novels together over coffee or tea.
theater
Tue 18.8. – Sat 12.12.
Nostage-tila, Helsinki
49€
(117 days)
Intro - Taikuuden alkusoitto by Robert Jägerhorn
Robert Jägerhorn's close-up magic session where illusions unfold right before your eyes. An intimate performance for just 12 spectators, blending storytelling, humor, and magic.
other
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Töölön kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Therapy Dogs at Töölö Library
Therapy dogs from the Finnish Kennel Club visit Töölö Library on Wednesdays. Come pet the dogs without booking in the library foyer.
exhibition
Fri 5.6. – Sun 3.1.
Arkkitehtuuri- ja designmuseo, Helsinki
0-23€
in progress
Aalto Design - Forms of Wellbeing
The Architecture and Design Museum presents the Aalto legacy through a wellbeing lens, featuring drawings, furniture, artworks and rarely seen items from the museum's collections.
lecture
Thu 2.7. – Thu 17.12.
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Mind & Flash
An open brain-teaser group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki. Exercise your memory with word games and puzzles.
lecture
Thu 2.7. – Thu 17.12.
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Memory Group
A peer-support group for people with a memory disease diagnosis. Meetings include news exchange and activities such as brain exercises, music, and physical activity.
lecture
Wed 8.7. – Wed 30.12.
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(176 days)
Open Memory Support Group
Open memory support group for people with a memory disease diagnosis or memory challenges. The group offers peer support, discussion, and activities to support memory at Kannelmäki service centre.
lecture
Sat 29.8. – Sat 12.12.
Tapulikaupungin kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Tapulikaupunki Library Reading Circle
A monthly reading circle at Tapulikaupunki Library on Saturday mornings. This autumn's programme explores art through classic and contemporary works.
lecture
Mon 31.8. – Mon 14.12.
Oulunkylän kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Ogelin Crime Fiction Reading Circle
A monthly crime fiction reading group at Oulunkylä Library where readers discuss detective novels together over coffee or tea.
lecture
Mon 31.8. – Mon 14.12.
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Itiksen Comic Book Reading Circle
A monthly comic book reading circle at Itäkeskus Library where participants discuss classic works of comic art. Open to all interested readers.
lecture
Tue 1.9. – Tue 15.12.
Kinaporin seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Stones Tell Stories, Kinaport Fossils
Stones Tell Stories event at Kinaport service centre. The Fossils group studies rocks, minerals and fossils and arranges excursions and visits. Intended for retirees and unemployed people with a service centre card.
other
Tue 7.7. – Tue 29.12.
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Pilke Group
The Pilke Group is a guided peer support group for older adults with current or past substance abuse issues. The group meets regularly with shared breakfast and offers support, companionship, and meaningful activities.
other
Thu 20.8. – Thu 17.12.
Leikkipuisto Iso-Antti, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Crafts
Crafts is an open art and craft activity for all families with children at Iso-Antti Playground. Parents and children participate together in varied projects and get to know other families.
other
Fri 21.8. – Fri 18.12.
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Light Exercise for Caregivers
Light exercise class for caregivers on Fridays at Kannelmäki service centre. Muscle-strengthening exercises performed standing and sitting, with chair support available.
other
Tue 1.9. – Tue 15.12.
Leikkipuisto Tuorinniemi, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Joy of Creativity
Creative event at Leikkipuisto Tuorinniemi. Find more information on the venue's notice board and social media.
other
Wed 2.9. – Wed 16.12.
Stadin yhteisötalo Pihlajamäki, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Trivia Quiz
Free trivia quiz at Stadin yhteisötalo Pihlajamäki on Wednesdays. Open to all with questions covering different topics.
lecture
Thu 4.6. – Thu 31.12.
Kampin palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Ankkuri Group
Ankkuri Group is a peer support group for pensioners and unemployed people discussing mental wellbeing, life management, and substance use.
lecture
Fri 5.6. – Fri 18.12.
Kontulan seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Äly&Väläys Group
Open memory training group for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card. Quizzes, memory exercises and brain gymnastics.
lecture
Mon 8.6. – Mon 28.12.
Kampin palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Intelligence and Flash
Memory training group for pensioners and unemployed at Kampi service centre. Train your memory together with others using various tasks - no registration needed.
lecture
Tue 9.6. – Tue 22.12.
Laajasalon palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Open Memory Group at Laajasalo Service Centre
Open memory group for people with a memory diagnosis or memory problems. Meet others in the same situation and receive peer support and information about brain health.
lecture
Thu 11.6. – Thu 17.12.
Laajasalon terveysaseman hammashoitola, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Mind and Flash, Memory-Activating Group at Laajasalo Health Station
An open and free memory-activating group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki.
lecture
Sat 13.6. – Sat 12.12.
Malmin kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Somali Story Time / Sheeko Akhris Af-Soomaali ah ee loogu talogalay carruurta
Somali story time for children aged 3-6 years with their families at Malmi Library.
lecture
Thu 18.6. – Thu 17.12.
Riistavuoren seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Gym Orientation
Gym orientation for beginners. Book your spot from the notice board or call to register.
lecture
Mon 29.6. – Mon 28.12.
Töölön seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Open peer support group for family carers
Open peer support group for family carers meeting monthly. Share experiences, get information about services, and receive support from others in similar situations.
lecture
Mon 10.8. – Mon 21.12.
Asukastalo Ankkuri, Herttoniemi, Helsinki
ilmainen
(134 days)
Open Memory Group at Resident House Ankkuri
Open memory group for people with memory challenges or a memory diagnosis. Meet others in the same situation, receive peer support, and learn about brain health and practical daily support.
lecture
Tue 25.8. – Tue 15.12.
Suutarilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Finnish Language Café
Finnish language café at Suutarila Library where participants practice Finnish through discussion of current topics.
lecture
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Rikhardinkadun kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
The Bookworms Club - English-language Reading Group
An English-language reading group meeting monthly at Richardsgatan Library. August's discussion focuses on Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights.
lecture
Wed 26.8. – Wed 16.12.
Tapanilan kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Tapanila Reading Circle
Tapanila Library's reading circle meets monthly to discuss books. This season explores norms and adaptation through five international works.
lecture
Thu 27.8. – Thu 17.12.
Rikhardinkadun kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Russian Literature Reading Circle
A reading circle exploring Russian literature from classics to contemporary authors, led by Pirjo Aaltonen and Martti Anhava at Richardsgatan Library.
other
Tue 2.6. – Tue 15.12.
Stadin yhteisötalo Oulunkylän Seurahuone, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Morning Porridge
A casual morning gathering with porridge and coffee at Oulunkylä Community House.
other
Thu 4.6. – Thu 31.12.
Kampin palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Multikulti
A low-threshold, multicultural handicraft workshop for pensioners and unemployed people. Experiment with various techniques without prior experience or language skills.
other
Mon 8.6. – Mon 4.1.
Kampin palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Pilke-porukka
A low-threshold group offering peer support, companionship, and meaningful activities. Coffee and snacks are provided.
other
Tue 9.6. – Tue 15.12.
Stadin yhteisötalo Oulunkylän Seurahuone, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Chair Gymnastics
A fitness session performed while seated with or without chair support. The class includes warm-up, strength exercises, and stretching.
+ 63 more long-running events — see the calendar.