27 events for the next 18 months
festival18:00TaYT Summer Gallery is an hour-long presentation combining theatre and video art. Four small productions explore loneliness, history and the traces people leave behind.
festival(7 days)
Tampere Theatre Summer is one of Europe's leading theatre festivals, offering seven days of contemporary Finnish theatre and international guest performances.
festival(2 days)
Two-day electronic music, pop and hip-hop festival at Tampere Exhibition and Sports Centre featuring international and Finnish artists. K18 event with VIP options and festival accommodation.
festival16:00A traditional student gathering at Tampere's Central Square where students come together to dine and celebrate. The event is organized into sectors by neighbourhood and follows safer space principles.
festival16:00A student celebration at Central Square in Tampere where students from the university and applied sciences college gather to celebrate student culture together.
festival16:00A traditional student gathering on Tampere's Central Square brings together students from the university and university of applied sciences for an afternoon and evening of socializing.
festivalA family festival with no age restrictions or alcohol in Tampere, featuring artists, influencer meet-and-greets, and food and merchandise stalls.
festival(2 days)
SaariHelvetti 2026 is an event at Viikinsaari in Tampere in August.
festival14:30City Summer Games in Tampere combines political debate, outdoor games, and sauna. The 15 August event features a talk on Finland and Switzerland, Games checkpoints with creative challenges, and an evening at the sauna.
festival(2 days)
Two-day music festival at Pyynikki in Tampere featuring many Finnish artists. The festival is in its fifth year and attracted 11,000 visitors last summer.
festival12:00Friday programme of the BLOCKFEST 2026 music festival in Tampere.
festival12:00A two-day music festival in Tampere in August.
festival12:00Blockfest 2026's Pepsi Max Saturday exclusive festival day in Tampere on August 22.
festival12:00A two-day music festival in Tampere in August.
festival12:00Saturday programme of the Blockfest 2026 music festival in Tampere.
festival(2 days)
Vauhti Kiihtyy Tampere 2026 takes place in Tampere on 28 August 2026.
festival(3 days)
Musta Juhla 2026 is held at Vastavirta-klubi in Tampere in September 2026.
festival15:00A one-day festival in Tampere featuring members of the Royal Choir and collaborating artists performing music on two stages. The evening culminates in an acoustic large-choir performance in nature.
festival16:00SyysFest 2026 is a student festival at Särkänniemi where engineering, humanities, and vocational college students celebrate the start of the academic term together. Amusement park rides, restaurants, and games are open to ticket holders only.
festival(2 days)
KiskoFest kicks off the academic year in Tampere on 10 September. An appro cruise travels through the city, with the evening's highlight at the Ratinanniemi festival area featuring live performances. The party continues into the early morning at local after-bars.
festival(5 days)
An international puppet theatre festival showcasing professional puppet theatre companies and artists from around the world on Tampere's stages. The programme includes performances, workshops and activities for all ages.
festival(2 days)
Ramopunk festival in Tampere featuring around 15 bands and solo artists, including Valamo. Tickets are sold online and at the door if available.
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festival20:30Rony Rex performs at the Headland festival on Niemi Marina in Lahti.
festival19:00American heavy metal band W.A.S.P. performs at Kuopiorock festival on Väinölänniemi.
festival19:00American electronic music producer Marshmello performs at the Qstock festival in Oulu.
festival16:00Music festival at the Locomotive Museum in Toijala with accessible facilities, no age restrictions, and an alcohol-free atmosphere.
festival16:00Single Bonfire Nights with EräKatrin takes place in Keuruu on Friday, July 24 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The event welcomes all singles looking to gather around the fire.
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Rokki Raikaa is a rock festival in Tampere bringing together rock music fans for a summer day of live performances.
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Headland Festival 2026 is an outdoor festival at Niemen Satama in Lahti on 25 July.
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Qstock 2026 takes place at Kuusisaaren Paviljonki in Oulu on 24 July 2026.
festival19:00A community singing event at Kasarmitori celebrating Helsinki with city-inspired songs and classics. Free for all, no experience required.
festival16:00Finnish rock band Aino & Hajonneet performs at Kuopiorock 2026 festival in Kuopio.
festival12:00Von Hertzen Brothers perform at Kuopiorock on 23 July at Väinölänniemi.
festival12:00The Encounters art festival at Pasila Library brings together panel discussions, lectures, workshops and performances. Featured guests include author Koko Hubara, comedian Fathi Ahmed and the Al Hureya Dabke dance group.
festival11:00Street Food Siesta brings street food from over 13 countries to Korpilahti harbour. Families can also enjoy Tivoli Huvimylly with children's attractions and games.
festival10:00The Tuorinniemi playground organizes a sports event for young children featuring various competitions and games.
festivalHeadland NEXT GEN 2026 is an event at Niemen Satama in Lahti on 23 July.
festival18:00DJ Kridlokk performs at Siltanen's summer concert series on the terrace. Accessible premises and free entry for assistants.
festival18:00A traditional community singing event where local artists perform their chosen songs and the audience sings together. Allsång på Dansholmen is held for the third time in summer 2026 in Tolkis.
festival18:00Board game speed friending at Ropecon: play short games and meet other visitors in 20-minute rounds with 10-minute breaks.
festival16:00Atkins and Skuuppi host a joint summer day at Mustikkamaa with a relaxed vibe, games, and overall badges.
festival13:00Tuesday dances at Savion Stage in Lievestuore featuring different artists throughout the summer. Admission 15 €.
festival15:00Sointi Jazz Orchestra and Helsinki Poetry Connection combine spoken poetry and music at the opening of the Kalasatama series. City residents perform sea-themed texts with pianist Aleksis Liukko accompanying.
festival12:00A free one-day festival at Lapinlahti Lähde featuring live bands and DJ sets. Performers include Kukkatalo, myrtsi and Django Collective Helsinki, plus five DJs.
festivalAll-ages family festival Supersunnuntai at the Kirkkokatu festival area in Seinäjoki on 19.7.2026. Featuring Ares, Cledos, Minttu, Sara Siipola, and HUGO, plus Meet & Greet sessions.
festival22:30Aesern performs at the SONAARI 2026 festival in Enonsaari Harbour, Lahti.
festival22:01Vauhti Kiihtyy! festival at Himos Park on July 17-18 features 16 Finnish artists across two days, from Popeda to JVG and beyond.
festival21:50Floor Jansen performs at the John Smith Rock Festival in Laukaa.
festival(2 days)
Joutsan Hevosystäväinseura marks its 120th anniversary with competitions, an exhibition, and refreshments. Admission 20 euros, bus transport from Joutsa 15 euros.
festival(2 days)
Toivakkafest is a summer festival celebrating 90s culture with live music and DJ sets on the outdoor terrace of restaurant Sun Toivee.
festival19:00Finnish rock band Popeda performs at the Karjurock festival in Uusikaupunki on July 18, 2026.
festival19:00American rock singer Michael Monroe performs at the Tirmo Blues festival.
festival(3 days)
Konnevesi Women's Week on 18-20 July presents concerts, poetry, lectures and art exhibitions across the town centre. Featured performers include Eija Ahvo, Trio Unusual and actor Tommi Korpela.
festival17:30Trokaristiretki is part of the Korpirock 2026 festival programme at Koivurannan kahvila in Oulu.
festival17:00Ameeba performs at Mellakka Festival 2026 in Hämeenlinna.
festival(2 days)
Free electronic music festival in Teurastamo's courtyard featuring multiple DJs and live artists, with an after-party at Tislaamo later in the evening.
festival15:00Steve'n'Seagulls performs at the John Smith Rock Festival in Laukaa.
festival15:00Five wellness professionals offer pilates, yoga, energy healing, somatic movement and sound bowl relaxation sessions in one location. You can attend individual sessions or the full evening programme.
festival14:00Summer celebration with music, speeches, food and traditional piñatas hosted by the Finland-Nicaragua Society.
festival12:00A daily ticket for the Pori Jazz soi taas festival in Pori - one of Finland's most celebrated jazz festivals.
festival12:00Mellakka Festival 2026 takes place in Hämeenlinna at Linnanpuisto.
festival12:00Twin City Festival at Aineen puisto, Tornio - the two-day ticket is valid for both festival days on 17-18 July 2026.
festival11:00Free yard games for the whole family in Lounaispuisto - from classics like jenga and croquet to modern favourites.
festival21:30Rony Rex performs at Mellakka Festival in Tampere.
festival20:30Henrik Vaki performs at the Uuden Perunan Juhla & BBQ festival in Tyrnävä.
festival19:00Joacim performs at Hillamarkkinat on Ranua square.
festival18:00Show wrestling meets live metal when FCF Wrestling, IKINÄ and Tyrantti share the stage at Ääniwalli. A unique blend of drama and music from Finland's established wrestling promotion and metal bands.
festival18:00Pasi ja Anssi perform at the Vauhti Kiihtyy festival at Himos Ski Resort in Jämsä.
festival15:30Open summer day at Katrinebergs Manor featuring a youth market and an open farm animal yard where you can pet animals.
festival13:00Marianas Rest performs at the John Smith Rock Festival on July 17, 2026 in Laukaa.
festival12:00Two-day VIP ticket to Twin City Festival at Aineen puisto in Tornio, 17-18 July 2026.
festival12:00SML performs at the Pori Jazz festival in summer 2026.
festival(2 days)
Two-day music festival in Hämeenlinna featuring Finnish and international hip-hop, rap, and electronic music artists.
festival(2 days)
SONAARI 2026 is an event taking place in Lahti on July 17.
festival23:59A three-day ticket for Pori Jazz at the Kirjurinluoto arena in July 2026, covering three full days of the festival.
festival(2 days)
Pori Jazz 2026 at Kirjurinluoto is one of Finland's best-known summer music festivals, featuring a broad lineup of jazz and related genres.
festival18:00Yrjänä performs in the Siltanen summer concert series on the terrace. The concert blends traditional and contemporary music.
festival(3 days)
A three-day metal and rock festival in Laukaa featuring live performances across multiple stages.
festival15:30Summer evening at Tupaswilla featuring a smoke sauna, buffet dinner, and accordion music by Veeti Tarvainen.
festival12:00Happoradio performs at Tammerfest on 16 July 2026 in Tampere.
festival(3 days)
Vauhtiajot is a three-day music festival in Seinäjoki featuring nearly 40 artists across three stages. The lineup includes Haloo Helsinki!, JVG, Kaija Koo, Jenni Vartiainen, Klamydia, Yö and Michael Monroe.
festival(3 days)
Three-day music festival in Tampere featuring Finnish artists including Apulanta, Haloo Helsinki!, and Eppu Normaali's final Tampere festival performance.
festival(3 days)
Tikkurila Festival is a three-day music festival in Vantaa featuring Eppu Normaali, the Rasmus, Käärijä, Vesala and many other Finnish artists.
festival(4 days)
Tavara-asema Tammerfest is a four-day music festival featuring Auri, Jolly Jumpers, Diablo, Mørket and Von Hertzen Brothers. The all shows pass grants access to all four evenings of concerts.
festival18:00Davy and Mikael Laurent perform in Siltanen's summer concert series. Davy brings house-influenced rap to the stage, while Mikael Laurent blends modern pop melodies with experimental sounds.
festival(3 days)
A three-day free music festival at Torikorttelerna featuring indie, electronic and experimental music with live performances.
festival16:00A bonfire evening for singles with EräKatrin comes to Saarijärvi. A cosy gathering by the fire for singles and their friends. Places are limited, so book your ticket in advance.
festival15:00Apaja Waterfront Terrace hosts a fish evening with grilled fish specialties and waterside atmosphere.
festival14:00Free blues festival on Kontula Square featuring several artists from 14.00 to 19.00. Food and festival merchandise available.
festivalFour-day music festival at Tavara-asema in Tampere, 15-18 July, featuring Auri, Jolly Jumpers, Diablo and Von Hertzen Brothers.
festival(5 days)
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.
festival13:00Tuesday dances at Savion lavan in Lievestuore during summer 2026 featuring Minna Äikäs, Merja Juutinen, Jonna Ortju duo, and Helena Lerkkanen.
festival15:00Summer event at Savutuvan Apaja featuring photography, entertainment and summer memories. Tickets from 30 euros.
festival(5 days)
Nature Week invites children to clean up litter, explore nature, and make crafts from natural materials. Two sessions: young children at 10.00 and school-age children at 13.30.
festival(7 days)
Kaustinen Folk Music Festival is Finland's largest folk music festival, featuring hundreds of performances, workshops and jam sessions from Finnish and international artists.
festival13:00Afrojazz Club celebrates its 10th anniversary at Alppipuisto. The day features afrojazz, afropop and afrobeat, family workshops, and a bazaar of local creators.
festival10:00A three-day blacksmith market in Petäjävesi featuring working smiths, craft sales, forging courses, and an antique identification contest.
festival09:00Supersunday is a family festival at Nordis in Helsinki featuring performances by Käärijä, Averagekidluke, Robin Packalen, HUGO and Etta. The festival also offers Meet & Greet sessions with social media personalities and is alcohol-free.
festival(8 days)
Kangasniemi Music Weeks is a vocal-focused festival with concerts, opera and vocal art courses led by conductor Mikko Franck.
festival19:00Finnish bluegrass band Steve'n'Seagulls performs at the Oluset festival in Iisalmi.
festival17:00VIP access for Saturday 13 July at Suonenjoki's Mansikkakarnevaalit - the town's beloved annual strawberry carnival.
festival17:00Mansikkakarnevaalit - the traditional strawberry carnival in Suonenjoki - takes place on Saturday 13 July, celebrating the town's fame as Finland's strawberry capital.
festival17:00Kuissi Rock is a music festival at Loimaa pesäpallostadion featuring artists including Anssi Kela, Viikate, and Pelle Miljoona.
festival17:00The 20th anniversary festival SHAKE*26 features Kaseva, A.Aalto, Muska & Hot Dogs, Vaiettu salaisuus and Poppari-trio performing on the beach.
festival15:00A traditional evening at Riihikahvila café with moose stew, café treats, small competitions, and the Takaperin Walking Championship.
festival13:00Terrace sitsit 2026 returns with a football World Cup theme. Wear your team's colours, enjoy warm food and drinks, and join in fun sitsit traditions at Fondis Patio in Vaasa.
festival12:00A two-day festival in Nummela on 10-11 July.
festival12:00A two-day strawberry carnival in Suonenjoki, running 11-12 July 2025.
festival12:00A park grilling event hosted by Atria. Free entry, grills on site, yard games and good company.
festival(2 days)
Jämsä Harness Racing is a traditional equestrian sports event held on 11-12 July. The anniversary year marks 80 years for the racecourse and 150 years of harness racing in Jämsä. The programme features pancakes, stick-horse racing, rural markets, and racing sausage.
festival11:00Aarne Alligaattori & Viidakkorumpu perform at the Suonenjoki Strawberry Carnival on Saturday morning.
festival11:00Finnish folk metal band Ensiferum performs at the Metallivuori 2026 festival in Uittamon kansanpuisto, Turku.
festival22:00BloodRedNails takes the stage at Metallivuori 2026, an outdoor metal festival at Uittamon kansanpuisto in Turku.
festival21:00Samuell performs at Big Day Festival in Vaasa.
festival19:00LUNA KILLS performs at the Metallivuori festival in Uittamo people's park in Turku in July.
festival17:00VIP access for the Friday of Mansikkakarnevaalit, Suonenjoki's popular summer strawberry festival, with special perks on the festival grounds.
festival17:00Suonenjoki's annual Strawberry Carnival celebrates the berry season with a festive day out on Friday 11 July.
festival(3 days)
TLK's summer gathering on Houtskär, July 10-12. Members only, 25 € includes meals.
festival16:00Swedish singer-songwriter Miriam Bryant performs at Big Day Summer Festival 2026 in Vaasa.
festival14:30Finnish punk-rock band Klamydia performs at the Poppi Pauhaa festival in Kerava.
festival14:00Forum offers festival visitors a two-floor programme: makeup, hairstyles, photo wall, drinks, a prize wheel, and summer games on Friday 10.7. from 14:00 to 17:00.
festival12:30Alternative music festival at Helsinki Ice Hall featuring Pyhimys, The Libertines, Mobb Deep, and nearly 30 other artists from indie, hip-hop, and underground music.
