9 events for the next 18 months
festival(3 days)
Kosmos Buran's traditional autumn hiking trip along the Hetta-Pallas route 25-27.9. Suitable for anyone willing to hike 10-15 km daily and camp in tents. Registration opens 7.9.
festival(3 days)
Kuksajaiset 2026 is a Roachella-themed day featuring sitsit (table feasts), relay races, pub crawls, and an after party. Collect overall badges by participating in different activities and finish the evening at Nightclub Doriks.
festival18:00Academic table feast for new and experienced students featuring singing, food, and speeches. Ticket costs 6 € and includes a three-course meal; bring your own drinks.
festival18:00in 5 days
Interdisciplinary freshmen sitsit in Rovaniemi with the theme first letter of your name. The best costume will be awarded and the secrets of sitsing unfold through participation.
festivalin 6 days (2 days)
Joint excursion by Motiva and Lastu to Rovaniemi on 1-2 October with bus transport, accommodation, participation in the HATKAT event, and a cultural visit to Haparanda. Ticket sales in two rounds, price approximately 70-88 €.
festival18:00Lapland University Student Union celebrates its 47th anniversary with a three-course dinner, speeches, and an after-party at a restaurant, concluding with a traditional academic herring breakfast on Sunday morning.
festival17:00Kosmos Buran hosts kämppäapprot on Wednesday 7.10. Teams compete through various stations in KB members' homes in Rantavitika and the city centre. Tickets cost 3.50 € and include an overall badge.
festival(2 days)
A members-only event for Lyhty at Hämeenkadun approt in Tampere, with access to H5 after-parties featuring Evelina. Ticket 28 €.
festival15:00Remburssi rf sells tickets to Hämeenkadus Appro, a traditional student event in Tampere. The ticket price for H5 continuations is 28 € and features performer Evelina.
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festival19:00The Grain Warehouse on Seminaari Street glows in the spirit of the City of Light, with arched windows shining, illuminated courtyard trees, and historical artworks on display. Old French music plays in the courtyard, and visitors can enjoy handmade apple juice.
festival12:00The legendary Karjalan Appro Sillis continues on Friday with a herring breakfast. Food, drinks, sauna and games in the Student House basement.
festival10:00Harvest festival in the play park with singing games, vegetable tastings, horse rides and pony riding for children.
festival10:00Baby's Day marks its 10th anniversary with a festive programme at Musiikkitalo. Colour baths, theatre, music and singing games for families with babies and toddlers.
festival10:00Baby's Day at Lippulaiva Library offers concerts, a light bath, and a poetry bath for families with young children. The event is free and suitable for infants and toddlers.
festival09:00Baby Day celebration at Museo Leikki featuring baby theatre, music sessions, activity stations and snacks for infants, toddlers and parents.
festival18:00A free event for students featuring classic playground games and the chance to learn more about scouting. Local scout troops lead the activities at Sorsapuisto.
festival17:20Interdisciplinary safe sex sitsit at Tuonela on 24.9. with three courses, drinks and bus transport. Dress code: world sex icons. After-parties at Apteekki with FiMSIC's safe sex parties.
festival17:00Ylöjärvi opens the new Teivo stairs with guided training, kangaroo-hopping demonstrations, and sauna access.
festival17:00Appro-event for interpreter students featuring bar hopping, station challenges, and activities throughout central Helsinki, culminating in interpreter oaths and a baptism ceremony at Vanha Kirkko Park.
festival16:30Relay event for engineering students featuring various checkpoints and a sauna finale. Teams of 4-6 compete for the best costume.
festivalin progress
TROKaus 11.0 is a traditional relay race where groups of 3-5 people compete with a villain theme. After the race, the party continues at VEGAS club, where winners are rewarded.
festival16:00Student pub crawl relay in Helsinki where teams circulate through bars, complete tasks and collect points. This autumn's theme is the end of the world with a costume contest and afterparty.
festivalin progress
The Mid-Level Intermediate Exam is a traditional student event where participants complete various exams with stamps. The afterparty takes place at Entertainment World Ilona with performances by Jaakko Kulta and Jorma Fortune.
festival10:00Volunteers at Kampin Service Centre showcase their activities and hobby groups. The programme features presentations, lectures, and games.
festival09:30Oodi hosts two European Day of Languages events: a language café for secondary school students exploring EU languages through games and activities, and an evening reading of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland in multiple EU languages.
festivalParkano library celebrates PIKI Day with a family-friendly programme featuring books, games, and creative activities.
festival18:30Phenomenan's graduation sitsit is an academic table celebration with sitsit songs, refreshments, and an opening toast. The event welcomes both newcomers and experienced students, with an introduction to sitsit culture and etiquette for all.
festival(2 days)
Seamanship competition and karaoke night at Kotka harbour. Team challenges, karaoke contest and after-party at Humppa bar.
festival18:00The scout organization Hämeen partiopiiri hosts a games evening with classic childhood games and a chance to learn more about scouting.
festival18:00Retikan's fuksisitsit with a Wrong event theme where the dress code is intentionally misunderstood. The event is held at Lukemalla on 23.9. from 18:00 to 22:00, with prizes for the best outfits.
festival(2 days)
A food-focused appro event organized by Probban where participants visit restaurants in small groups and collect stamps. The event starts at 18:00 and continues later at Pentis.
festival18:00Dance Time 2026 opens with two solo performances by Central Finnish dancers. Katja Sallinen's "what prevents being" and Leevi Rauhalahti's "Wounding the World" can both be seen with a single ticket.
festival17:30The opening of Dance Time festival, with artistic director Veli Lehtovaara presenting the programme. A festive evening with light refreshments and a toast to the festival.
festival17:30Pedago members compete in knowledge fencing, a playful team game with general knowledge questions and new challenges. The event is on 23.9. from 17:30 to 21:00 at Boombox in Jyväskylä.
festival17:00Traditional student party for business and hospitality students in Lahti. Teams of 2-6 visit bars in the city centre and complete challenges, with a throat-singing contest on Lanunaukio square as the highlight.
festival17:00Academic dinner party for new students with singing, food and drinks. Tickets from 9 euros.
festival17:00Lapikkaa's freshman formal dinner with the theme of childhood dream professions. Ticket 10 € includes food, drinks, and an overall badge.
festival17:00Emile ry's traditional fuksiaiset on 23.9. in Jyväskylä, where new students visit checkpoints around the city centre in a winning team's sports jersey. Free event operating on the bring-your-own-drinks principle.
festival(2 days)
Engineering students' barbaric party in Oulu featuring clan games, basement parties, and barbaric costumes. The event starts at 17:00 at the Architecture Club's kiltahus.
festival17:00A traditional student initiation event where first-year members navigate stations around Jyväskylä. Free event with a TikTok trends costume theme and a prize for the best outfit.
festival16:00Yrjönkadun Appro is a traditional student event combining an appro tour, marketplace festivities, and after-parties. Held on 23.9.2026 in Pori, it is restricted to ages 18 and over.
festival(2 days)
Traditional initiation ceremony for first-year students in Rauma featuring a station circuit and an after-party at a restaurant. Tickets cost 3 euros.
festival(2 days)
SivuAineAppro is an appro party for university students where participants collect stamps at various locations in Kallio and finish with a final party at Apollo Live Club.
festival10:30Wellness Day at Saunabari features a full programme from gymnastics and yoga to lectures and a fermentation workshop. Participants can exercise, learn about blood sugar management, and enjoy a healthy lunch.
festival10:00ISYY association days on the Kuopio campus where subject associations, clubs and campus organizations showcase their activities. The event is free and open to all.
festival18:00An academic dinner party with an enchanted forest theme in Lappeenranta's Student House basement. Sitsit is a Finnish tradition featuring food, drinks, speeches, and singing - a great way to experience local student culture.
festival17:00Street train pizza evening for first-year students in sociology and social work. The ride departs from Kuopio city centre and ends at Snellmania with pizza and professional organization presentations.
festival17:00ValoAppro is a free walking tour through spiritual student communities in Jyväskylä city centre. The event starts on Tuesday 30.9. at 17.00 from Seminarium's upper courtyard and ends at 22.00 with a light supper.
festival16:30Energy startups pitch their ideas to students in Vaasa. Networking, games and pizza included.
festival16:00A student improv event in Kuopio where teams and solo performers compete at restaurants in themed costumes. The evening concludes with a performance by MOUHOUS.
festival(2 days)
Freshers' party for new students in autumn with a Games theme, checkpoint circuit, costume contest, and continuation at Apollo.
festival15:00A café crawl through central Helsinki where participants visit different cafés and collect stamps. Alcohol-free event with start and finish at Vanha Kirkkopuisto.
festival14:00Student event in Seinäjoki where participants collect stamps from cafes and restaurants to earn overall badges.
festival14:00A free outdoor sports event for children and adults featuring frisbee golf, nature tasks, and games. Snacks served at 15:00.
festival(2 days)
The programme for Rakkautta & Anarkia's 39th film festival is announced on 1 September. The festival fills Helsinki cinemas with international films from 17-27 September.
festival(2 days)
ISYY's association days on the Joensuu campus where subject associations, clubs and campus organizations present themselves. The event is open and free for everyone.
festival09:00Business event for students featuring talks, panel discussions, lunch, and a company fair for networking.
festival(3 days)
SporttiAppro Oulu is a three-day sports festival for university and college students where participants collect activity stamps and work towards different achievement levels. The event runs 22-24 September across Oulu.
festival(3 days)
Registration for Sporttiappro 2026 is staggered across three days to reduce congestion. Participants select sports according to their programme and can supplement with independent fitness activities.
festival17:00Engineering students starting their studies can meet fellow students, learn about LIRO's activities, and enjoy pizza and sauna at this free evening.
festival16:00Tampereen Fuksiaiset is HUMAKO's traditional welcome event for new students, featuring stations, challenges, and themed costumes in Sorsapuisto park.
festivalin progress
Recycling week at Kontulan Senior Centre, 21-25 September, featuring a sorting challenge, fashion show, flea market and recycling table for pensioners and unemployed people.
festival(2 days)
Herkkuapprot is a cafe crawl through central Turku where you collect stamps and enjoy snacks at appro prices. Participation fee 8 €.
festival17:45Dance Stage Convention takes place in Helsinki from 17 to 20 September 2026. A single-day ticket covers the programme for one day of the event.
festival16:00Pinsiö Plant Nursery opens its garden as part of the Open Gardens campaign. Visitors can enjoy an illuminated garden, tea, and grilling by the bonfire.
festival11:00Street Food Siesta in Tapanila brings together food vendors, bouncy castles and family-friendly entertainment for a day of outdoor fun.
festival11:00Wool Day traces Finnish wool from sheep to finished products. Visitors can try knitting, felting and other wool crafts with guidance from experienced instructors.
festival11:00The Kolibri Festival returns to Caisa with a triple celebration: the festival's 15th year, Caisa's 30th anniversary, and Ninho's 10th anniversary. The programme includes creative workshops, music, dance, storytelling, and a children's book fair for the whole family.
festival08:00The children's music group Aarne Alligaattori & Viidakkorumpu performs at the Northern Children's Fair in Oulu.
festivalO'Really performs at Harvest Moon Festival.
festival22:00Jaala Arena's summer season ends with a festive evening featuring Vicky Rosti, Freeman and the 35-year-old band Menneisyyden Vangit. The programme also includes impressionist Matti Peltola and fireworks.
festival19:00Sotkamon Nuorisoseura celebrates its 135th anniversary and Napiksella celebrates 35 years as a dance organizer. The evening features Souvarit and Pirita Niemenmaa & Misio, with karaoke on the programme.
festival18:00A gala evening combining knitting, food, and socializing in the Vaasa archipelago. Three-course dinner, welcome drink, and entertainment are included in the ticket price.
festival18:00Jyväskylä Burlesque ry marks its 10th anniversary with a classic burlesque film screening, brunch, and an evening show featuring nine performers.
festival17:30MysteRy student organisation's seventh anniversary gala with a festive dinner on Lauttasaari. Buffet, aperitif, and coffee are included in the ticket price.
festival17:00Traditional autumn gathering in Niinivesi with music, community, and a bonfire by the water. The concert features folk music band Hurja Halla.
festival16:00Cat Night is a September event at Korkeasaari celebrating cats and raising funds for wild cat conservation. The programme features feeding demonstrations, craft workshops, face painting, and DJ music.
festival15:30Picnic in Alppila Park with neck scarves, food and drinks. Members pay 4 €, others 6 €. Tickets on kide.app.
festival(2 days)
A surprise overnight trip for the Gulis group with a secret destination. The price covers bus transport, evening meal and entertainment throughout the night.
festival14:00The Academic Sauna Society organizes a sauna appro that takes participants on a tour through five saunas near the University of Turku. After completing the examination map, participants receive an achievement badge.
festival13:00Nature walk day in Liesjärvi with accessibility as the main theme. Guided tours at the bird tower, free sausages and coffee at the village hall, plus opportunities to explore natural sites and an arboretum.
festival12:00Poniconi brings My Little Pony fans together at Museo Leikki in Espoo. The programme features stick-horse races, costume shows, custom competitions, sales booths, workshops, pony bingo, karaoke and DJ disco.
festival12:00Pizza day with Talent show at Savion lavan cafe. Perform on stage with singing, poetry, acting or other talent, and enjoy handmade pizza with your family.
festival12:00Chinese autumn festival featuring games and activities for the whole family at Sellon library.
festival12:00Tapsan Painit is a free event at Tähtiareena with a café and raffle. Café proceeds support youth hobby activities.
festival12:00Village festival at Kontulan shopping centre with live music, open mic performances, interactive art, and community swap for all ages.
festival11:45The Children's Detective Festival at Kallio Library offers author visits, workshops and competitions. Today's programme features Siri Kolu, Pinja Meretoja, Helena Immonen, Elina Rouhiainen, Maria Makkonen and YouTuber ZoneVD.
festival11:00Children's Saturday at Malmi Library with the Molli character teaching kids about emotional skills. The programme includes character hunts, themed activities, and a Molli performance at 1 p.m.
festival11:00Free family safety event at Malmitalo featuring information sessions, music, face painting and a fire engine for children.
festival11:00Lepaa Vineyard Harvest Festival features local crafts, an apple variety display, café treats, and homemade lunch. The event runs from 11:00 to 19:00.
festival10:15The Keitele Museum's autumn excursion aboard the lättähattu train departs from Hankasalmi, circling Soisalo via rare railway lines and returning the same evening.
festival(2 days)
X-treme Motor Show showcases an exceptional collection of American cars and custom motorcycles in Hämeenlinna. The event features family-friendly activities, food, and Saturday evening continues with a party at Bar Skogster.
festival10:00Yle opens its campus to the public to celebrate its 100th anniversary. In Pasila you can meet content creators, join guided tours, view props, and participate in many activities for the whole family.
festival10:00Music House Open Day offers free programming for everyone: concerts, jazz performances, children's activities and much more. Come explore the Music House!
festival10:00Free family event at Timolan School featuring vegetarian cooking, physical activity, cardiac safety training, and the Pumpkin Festival. Children's pumpkin craft workshop.
festival10:00Family day featuring illustrator Pasi Pitkänen drawing live, collage workshops, pin-making, and a story hour at the Towards the Unknown exhibition.
festival10:00Two performances for children at Maunula-talo: a dance piece about home findings and a jazz concert by saxophonists Joakim Berghäll and Adele Sauros. Free admission.
festival10:00Tikkurila Library offers a daytime programme inspired by night adventures: a children's play from Teater Vanda, crafts, and a quest trail. Suitable for ages 2-8.
festival10:00Martinlakso Library offers a night of adventure with a Teater Vanda performance, crafts, and a quest trail for children. Suitable for ages 2-8.
festival(2 days)
Lastu and Diversi organize their first joint autumn hiking trip in Salla National Park. A two-day hike covering 26 km total, about 13 km per day - no previous experience required.
festival08:45ESN Uni Turku organizes a day trip to Helsinki featuring a visit to Suomenlinna, lunch, a checkpoint challenge, and evening activities. The bus departs from Turku at 9.00 and returns around 23.00.
festival(2 days)
The Helsinki Comic Festival at Stoa is a free and open festival with the theme "Together". The programme features author interviews, panels, workshops, and exhibitions with a comic market where artist collectives from Finland and across Europe participate.
festival(2 days)
Car weekend with seven artists at Himos Areena in Jämsä. Friday and Saturday 21-03, featuring different musicians. Wheelchair accessible.
festival20:00A dance battle event where you can compete or watch other dancers perform.
festival18:00A student pub crawl in Kajaani with stops at various bars and clubs. Collect stamps and earn overall badges.
festival18:00TAO's drink & dine bar crawl is a team competition in Rovaniemi city centre where teams collect stamps at restaurants and bars. The winning team receives a prize at the end of the evening.
festival(3 days)
Youth event featuring teaching, prayer, and praise singing. Eeli and Anni Leskinen perform alongside Joonatan and Sofia Hanhijärvi. The price is 55 € including accommodation and meals.
festival(3 days)
Two-day music festival at Joensuu Arena celebrating Guru Entertainment & Security Oy's 20th anniversary, featuring Lyömättömät, Jukka Poika, DJ Orion and more.
festival18:00Four Finnish rock bands perform at the historic Billnäs industrial complex in September. The concert is held in a warm 18th-century industrial hall, and VIP tickets include buffet dining and reserved seating.