sport15:00
Sun 20.12.
15:00
Helsinki
Jokerit – SaiPa
Liiga ice hockey match between Helsinki Jokerit and SaiPa.
Sun, 20 Dec 2026
Starting today
sport15:00Also running
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.
festival
Fri 5.6. – Sun 20.6.
Ilmajoki
in progress
Ilmajoen Musiikkijuhlat
Ilmajoen Musiikkijuhlat presents a jubilee opera and concerts. Isoviha tells the story of Russia's invasion of Ostrobothnia through family bonds and maternal love.
festival
Mon 8.6. – Sun 13.6.
Kuopio
in progress
Kuopio Dances and Sings
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.
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.
festival
Mon 8.6. – Sun 20.6.
Varkaus
in progress
Vekara-Varkaus Festival Week
Vekara-Varkaus is a children's festival with diverse art forms, hobbies, adventures and workshops for kids of all ages.
festival
Wed 10.6. – Sun 20.6.
Sodankylä
in progress
Sodankylä Film Festival
Film festival in Sodankylä featuring international and Finnish directors under the midnight sun.
festival
Wed 10.6. – Sat 19.6.
Iitti
in progress
Iitti Music Festival
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.
festival
Wed 24.6. – Fri 2.7.
Kuhmo
in progress
Sommelo Folk Music Festival, Kuhmo/Kainuu
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.
festival
Tue 30.6. – Sun 11.7.
Viitasaari
in progress
Musiikin aika, Viitasaari
Musiikin aika is a contemporary music festival in Viitasaari featuring Finnish and international composers and performers. The programme includes world premieres and academic activities.
festival
Wed 1.7. – Sun 11.7.
Kajaani
in progress
Kajaani Poetry Week
Finland's oldest and largest festival for poetry, recitation, and small-scale theatre. Performances, author meetings, and discussions for the whole family.
festival
Wed 1.7. – Tue 13.7.
Jyväskylä
in progress
Jyväskylä Summer
The Nordic region's oldest cultural festival offers a week of music, theatre, exhibitions, films and activities for the whole family.
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.
exhibition
Sat 5.9. – Sun 7.2.
EMMA - Espoon modernin taiteen museo, Espoo
20/10 €, alle 18-vuot…
(156 days)
Howard Smith
A retrospective of American modernist Howard Smith, spanning ceramics to sculpture. At EMMA 5.9.2026-7.2.2027.
concert
Thu 25.6. – Sun 4.7.
Porvoo
in progress
Avantin Suvisoitto, Porvoo
Avantin Suvisoitto presents classical music concerts in Porvoo for all ages. The programme features soloists and conductors of world-class calibre.
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.
exhibition
Sat 12.9. – Sun 31.1.
Didrichsenin taidemuseo, Helsinki
https://www.didrichse…
(142 days)
Elin Danielson-Gambogi
Exhibition of Finnish artist Elin Danielson-Gambogi, who worked at the intersection of two cultures. Her self-portraits and intimate works reveal how identity is shaped through art.
club
Mon 8.6. – Mon 28.12.
Tikkurilan kirjasto, Vantaa
ilmainen
in progress
Open Karaoke Group
An open karaoke group at Tikkurila Library where anyone can come and sing karaoke together.
club
Tue 2.6. – Tue 11.8.
Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
in progress
Youth Evening
Free youth evening at Lippulaiva Library featuring games, discussions, and activities for young people from seventh grade and up.
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.
other
Mon 14.9. – Mon 21.12.
Sellon kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
(99 days)
Brain Training for Seniors in Leppävara
Brain training session for seniors in Leppävara. Free activity for all interested participants.
other
Tue 15.9. – Tue 22.12.
Kinaporin seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(99 days)
Dance Group
The Jortsujennyt dance group meets every Tuesday at Kinapori Senior Centre from September through December.
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
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
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
Wed 8.7. – Wed 30.12.
Kannelmäen palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
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
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 11.8. – Tue 22.12.
Sellon kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
(134 days)
Housing Advice
Free housing advice for Espoo residents facing accommodation challenges. Experienced social workers assist with finding housing and resolving housing-related issues. Available on Tuesdays.
lecture
Sat 5.9. – Sat 29.5.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(267 days)
Read Together Group - English as Support Language
A reading group for Finnish language learners with English as the support language. Free participation for adults, small children welcome. No registration needed.
lecture
Sat 5.9. – Sat 29.5.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(267 days)
Reading Group Together - Advanced Level
A reading group for advanced Finnish language learners where participants read and discuss together. Participation is free and requires no pre-registration.
lecture
Mon 7.9. – Mon 21.12.
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Read Together - Do You Want to Learn Finnish?
Adult Finnish language group meeting Mondays at the library. Free practice in speaking, reading, and writing.
lecture
Mon 7.9. – Mon 28.12.
Kampin palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(113 days)
Let's Talk Finnish - Peer Support Group
A peer support group for practising Finnish together for people over 50 whose first language is not Finnish. Discussion of current topics and access to service guidance.
lecture
Mon 7.9. – Mon 26.4.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(232 days)
Reading Group Together - for men and women
Free reading group for Finnish language learners of all levels, with no registration required and open to drop-in participants.
lecture
Mon 7.9. – Mon 5.4.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(211 days)
French-language theatre workshops
LiikeLab ry runs low-threshold theatre workshops primarily in French at Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila.
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
Mon 15.6. – Mon 21.12.
Laajasalon palvelutalo/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
in progress
Mind and Flash at Laajasalo Service Centre
Memory activation exercises for pensioners and unemployed people at Laajasalo Service Centre. The programme features riddles, games, quizzes and word exercises.
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
Mon 3.8. – Mon 28.12.
Töölön seniorikeskus/Palvelukeskus, Helsinki
ilmainen
(148 days)
Pensioners' Art Circle
An open art group for pensioners painting with watercolours and water-based paints. Meets on Mondays without an instructor, free with a service centre card.
other
Mon 10.8. – Mon 28.12.
Vuosaaren kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(141 days)
Board Game Night
Board game night at Vuosaaren Library for all skill levels. No registration needed, the facilitator explains the rules.
other
Mon 10.8. – Mon 21.12.
Kauklahden kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
(134 days)
Meet the Reading Dogs
Read to the library's friendly dogs every Monday evening. The programme runs through autumn and winter, with different dogs attending each session.
other
Tue 18.8. – Tue 22.12.
Kannelmäen kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(127 days)
Youth Tuesdays at Kannelmäki Library
Youth Tuesdays at Kannelmäki Library is a free programme for 14-20 year-olds featuring workshops, films, games and job-seeking support - no registration required.
other
Wed 19.8. – Wed 26.5.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(281 days)
Bridge 47 ry
Bridge 47 ry hosts an event to advance global civic education and sustainable development through collaboration and advocacy.
other
Wed 19.8. – Wed 26.5.
Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki
ilmainen
(281 days)
UNICEF Doll Workshop
UNICEF volunteers craft dolls whose sale supports children's wellbeing. Each doll goes to a family that donates 20-40 euros or more to UNICEF's work.
other
Wed 19.8. – Wed 30.12.
Munkkiniemen kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(134 days)
Reading Dog Luna
Reading dog Luna listens to children read at Munkkiniemi Library. These 15-minute sessions help especially children who find reading difficult or anxiety-inducing.
other
Tue 25.8. – Tue 22.12.
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Helsinki
ilmainen
(120 days)
Novellikoukku
Listen to short stories read aloud while knitting or colouring. A free activity combining literature with handcraft in a relaxed setting.
other
Mon 31.8. – Mon 26.4.
Entressen kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
(239 days)
Chair Gymnastics
Chair gymnastics for seniors and people with functional limitations at Entressen Library in Espoo. The exercises strengthen muscles, improve balance, and maintain mobility - no advance registration needed.
other
Mon 7.9. – Mon 21.12.
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Helsinki
ilmainen
(106 days)
Oodi Chess Club
Chess club meeting on Mondays at the Central Library Oodi. Everyone interested in chess is welcome to join.
lecture
Wed 3.6. – Wed 26.8.
Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoo
ilmainen
in progress
Mobile Espoo Info at Lippulaiva Library
Espoo Info service advisors visit Lippulaiva Library to provide guidance and digital support on city services.
+ 23 more long-running events — see the calendar.