📅 Sat, 16 Jan 2027

Sat 16.1. 19:00 Tiivistämö, Helsinki

concert19:00

Balance Breach

Sat 16.1. 17:00 Lappeenranta

SaiPa – Karpat

Liiga ice hockey match between SaiPa and Karpat in Lappeenranta.

Sat 16.1. 17:00 Vaasa

Vaasan Sport – Pelicans

Liiga ice hockey match between Vaasan Sport and Pelicans.

Sat 16.1. 17:00 Tampere

Ilves – Tappara

Liiga ice hockey match between the local Tampere teams Ilves and Tappara.

Sat 16.1. 17:00 Rauma

Lukko – Jokerit

A Liiga ice hockey match between Lukko and Jokerit in Rauma.

Sat 16.1. 17:00 Jyväskylä

JYP – TPS Turku

Liiga ice hockey match between JYP from Jyväskylä and TPS from Turku.

Sat 16.1. 21:00 45 Special, Oulu

concert21:00

King Satan

Sat 16.1. 22:30 Viking Grace, Turku

concert22:30

Daniel Hellman

Daniel Hellman performs on M/s Viking Grace in Turku late in the evening.

concert Pop

Rony Rex — Muovitehdas skatepark, Tampere

concert22:00

Sat 16.1. 22:00 Muovitehdas skatepark, Tampere

Rony Rex

Rony Rex takes the stage at Muovitehdas skatepark in Tampere for a late-night show starting at 22:00.

concert Other genres

Scythe Of Sorrow — Bar Lepakkomies, Helsinki

concert20:00

Sat 16.1. 20:00 Bar Lepakkomies, Helsinki

Scythe Of Sorrow

Sat 16.1. Pub Armo, Tampere

cinema

Kino Kosmos

Film screening of Kino Kosmos at Pub Armo in Tampere.

cinema

cinema21:00

Sat 16.1. 21:00 Armo, Tampere

Kino Kosmos

Film screening at Armo cinema in Tampere.

cinema

concert19:30

Sat 16.1. 19:30 Fuusio, Turku

Remedy (Sweden)

Swedish band Remedy takes the stage at Fuusio in Turku.

concert Other genres

concert23:00

Sat 16.1. 23:00 Wanha Sakke, Teuva

Mäkki

Mäkki takes the stage at Wanha Sakke in Teuva.

concert Other genres

concert22:00

Sat 16.1. 22:00 Cafe Anton, Pori

Peltone

Peltone performs at Cafe Anton in Pori.

Also running

Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.

Oliver Beer - Resonance Project: The Cave — Nykytaiteen museo Kiasma, Helsinki

Fri 6.11. – Sun 28.3. Nykytaiteen museo Kiasma, Helsinki 0-23

in progress

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.

Fri 3.7. – Sat 31.7. Savonlinna

in progress

Savonlinna Opera Festival

The Savonlinna Opera Festival presents five classic operas in summer 2026, featuring Lisette Oropesa's debut in the title role of Norma.

Sat 1.8. – Sat 7.8. Mikkeli

in progress

Mikkeli Music Festival

An international classical music festival featuring Finnish orchestras and artists alongside the London Philharmonia Orchestra.

Sun 28.6. – Sun 11.7. Nurmes

in progress

Nurmes Summer Music

A classical music festival in Nurmes featuring concerts in various venues, lectures, and workshops throughout the summer.

Ánnámáret: Bálvvosbáiki — Kiasma-teatteri, Helsinki

Fri 28.8. – Mon 28.8. Kiasma-teatteri, Helsinki 23 €

in progress

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.

concert Electronic

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.

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.

Thu 4.6. – Sat 19.6. Naantali

in progress

Naantali Music Festival

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.

Thu 4.6. – Thu 26.8. Espoo

in progress

Urkuyö & Aaria Festival, Espoo

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.

Taidekeskus Salmela, Mäntyharju — Taidekeskus Salmela, Mäntyharju

Sat 6.6. – Sun 8.8. Taidekeskus Salmela, Mäntyharju

in progress

Taidekeskus Salmela, Mäntyharju

Taidekeskus Salmela is one of Finland's largest cultural events, showcasing contemporary art exhibitions and concerts. Open daily throughout summer 2026.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mon 6.7. – Sun 18.7. Kemiönsaari

in progress

Kemiönsaari Music Festival

A traditional chamber music festival presenting classical music in manor houses and churches on Kemiönsaari.

Fri 10.7. – Sat 17.7. Pori

in progress

Pori Jazz

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.

Sun 12.7. – Sun 20.6. Kangasniemi

in progress

Kangasniemi Music Weeks

Kangasniemi Music Weeks is a vocal-focused festival with concerts, opera and vocal art courses led by conductor Mikko Franck.

Sun 12.7. – Sat 24.7. Kuhmo

in progress

Kuhmo Chamber Music

Kuhmo Chamber Music is a summer festival where talented chamber musicians perform concerts in the beautiful natural setting of Kainuu.

Mon 13.7. – Sun 18.7. Kaustinen

in progress

Kaustinen Folk Music Festival

Kaustinen Folk Music Festival is Finland's largest folk music festival, featuring hundreds of performances, workshops and jam sessions from Finnish and international artists.

Wed 15.7. – Sun 25.7. Sastamala

in progress

Sastamala Gregoriana

Sastamala Gregoriana is an early music festival presenting medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music. This year it celebrates its 30th anniversary under the theme "Tears and Joy - Affects in Music", with new artistic director violinist Anthony Marini beginning his tenure.

Wed 22.7. – Wed 28.7. Mustasaari

in progress

Korsholm Music Festival, Mustasaari/Vaasa

Korsholm Music Festival brings classical chamber music to the Ostrobothnian coast. The festival is led by cellist Jan-Erik Gustafsson.

Fri 24.7. – Sun 1.8. Joroinen

in progress

Joroisten Musiikkipäivät

A traditional lied and chamber music festival presented in manor houses and churches across four locations. The programme includes classical music, children's concerts and diverse events.

Fri 24.7. – Sat 31.7. Lieksa

in progress

Lieksa Brass Week

The Nordic region's largest brass music festival, featuring international artists, concerts, and a soloist competition set in North Karelia's scenic landscape.

Sat 25.7. – Thu 29.7. Järvenpää

in progress

Our Festival, Järvenpää/Tuusula

Award-winning chamber music festival on the historic shores of Lake Tuusulanjarvi in Järvenpää and Tuusula.

Crusell Week, Uusikaupunki — Uusikaupunki

Mon 27.7. – Sun 1.8. Uusikaupunki

in progress

Crusell Week, Uusikaupunki

A woodwind instrument festival in Uusikaupunki featuring chamber and orchestral concerts, jazz, folk music, children's programming, and masterclasses.

Tue 28.7. – Sat 7.8. Mänttä

in progress

Mäntä Music Festival

International piano music festival featuring world-class pianists and emerging young talents in the Serlachius area.

Thu 30.7. – Sun 8.8. Verkatehdas, Hämeenlinna

in progress

Children's Art Festival Hippalot, Hämeenlinna

A four-day art festival for children and families at Verkatehdas in Hämeenlinna, featuring diverse programming for all ages.

Eteläpohjalaiset Spelit, Alavus — Koulukeskus, Alavus

Fri 31.7. – Sun 1.8. Koulukeskus, Alavus

in progress

Eteläpohjalaiset Spelit, Alavus

Eteläpohjalaiset Spelit is a major folk music festival with over 20 concerts and numerous folk musician performances. The programme includes Finnish championships for mouth harp, mandolin, and accordion players.

Mon 3.8. – Sun 15.8. Lahti

in progress

Lahti International Organ Week

Lahti International Organ Week is an annual festival featuring organists, orchestras and choirs, combining the organ with film, opera, dance and experimental art forms.

Mon 3.8. – Sun 8.8. Tampere

in progress

Tampere Theatre Summer

Tampere Theatre Summer is one of Europe's leading theatre festivals, offering seven days of contemporary Finnish theatre and international guest performances.

Tue 4.8. – Sat 7.8. Rauma

in progress

Rauma Festivo

A chamber music festival in Old Rauma presenting both celebrated classical works and rarely heard compositions.

Thu 6.8. – Sun 8.8. Sodankylä

in progress

Luosto soi!, Sodankylä

Classical music in Lapland's mountain landscape with ten concerts at various venues in Luosto, Pyhä and Sodankylä.

Thu 6.8. – Sun 8.8. Porvoo

in progress

Pellinge Music Days, Porvoo

A festival featuring chamber music, jazz, folk music, and children's concerts in the Pellinge archipelago and Porvoo Cathedral, founded by opera singer Monica Groop.

Thu 20.8. – Sat 4.9. Helsinki

in progress

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.

Wed 26.8. – Sun 29.8. Helsinki https://sampofestival…

in progress

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.

Fri 25.9. – Sun 26.9. Suomussalmi

in progress

Pakko sanoa! Art Festival, Suomussalmi

The Pakko sanoa! art festival gathers theatre makers, musicians, and dancers in Suomussalmi with a programme for all ages.

Wed 7.10. – Sat 27.2. Annantalo, Helsinki ilmainen

in progress

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.

Modern Classics: Elga Sesemann — Ateneumin taidemuseo, Helsinki

Tue 18.8. – Sun 8.8. Ateneumin taidemuseo, Helsinki https://ateneum.fi/au…

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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.

Howard Smith — EMMA - Espoon modernin taiteen museo, Espoo

Sat 5.9. – Sun 7.2. EMMA - Espoon modernin taiteen museo, Espoo 20/10 €, alle 18-vuot…

in progress

Howard Smith

A retrospective of American modernist Howard Smith, spanning ceramics to sculpture. At EMMA 5.9.2026-7.2.2027.

A Glimpse into the Sampo Collection — Villa Gyllenberg, Helsinki

Sat 10.10. – Sun 14.2. Villa Gyllenberg, Helsinki 0-12€

in progress

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.

Arcana Borealis — Ateneumin taidemuseo, Helsinki

Fri 23.10. – Sun 28.2. Ateneumin taidemuseo, Helsinki https://ateneum.fi/au…

in progress

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.

Alien in Me — EMMA - Espoon modernin taiteen museo, Espoo

Fri 23.10. – Tue 1.10. EMMA - Espoon modernin taiteen museo, Espoo 0–20 €

in progress

Alien in Me

A collection exhibition from the Saastamoinens Foundation filling EMMA's collection space and celebrating the museum's 20th anniversary. Featuring works by around 50 artists, the show explores how humans and other species can live together in a changing world.

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.

concert Classical

Mantra Music Evenings at Seurahuone — Stadin yhteisötalo Oulunkylän Seurahuone, Helsinki

Thu 3.9. – Thu 27.5. Stadin yhteisötalo Oulunkylän Seurahuone, Helsinki ilmainen

in progress

Mantra Music Evenings at Seurahuone

Karuna Flow Music Duo performs mantra music with piano, guitar, and vocals. Free admission.

concert World music

Record Council — Stadin yhteisötalo Saunabaari, Helsinki

Tue 11.8. – Tue 18.5. Stadin yhteisötalo Saunabaari, Helsinki ilmainen

in progress

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.

Karaoke — Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki

Fri 14.8. – Fri 28.5. Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Helsinki ilmainen

in progress

Karaoke

Free karaoke evening at Stadi Community Centre Alppila. Open to everyone - no experience needed. You can sing or just listen.

Trivia — Stadin yhteisötalo Saunabaari, Helsinki

Tue 18.8. – Tue 11.5. Stadin yhteisötalo Saunabaari, Helsinki ilmainen

in progress

Trivia

Laid-back trivia night at Saunabaren on alternate Tuesdays. No competition, just fun and self-challenge.