exhibitionin progress
An artistic project exploring bodily history, gender, and place through video performance, text, and installation.
lecturein progress
Summer course for children 7-12 exploring media literacy through performance art and video filming. Participants plan, write, and film a short video production together.
theater17:00Circus artist Saana Leppänen performs a solo show where aerial acrobatics with metal chains explores gender power and embodied stereotypes. Drag aesthetics meet physical circus art in a deconstruction of gender roles.
lecture(5 days)
A youth crisis centre counsellor offers support at Youth Pride House for young people needing to talk about life crises, loneliness, or wellbeing concerns.
club16:00Kallio Rolling Rainbow offers free roller skating for young people aged 16-25 at the Youth Pride House. Equipment is available to borrow and experienced skaters provide guidance.
lecture(3 days)
Social worker Elina Sorsa from the Centre of Expertise on Gender Diversity welcomes trans youth and young people exploring their gender at the Youth Pride House. You can discuss identity, transition, rights, and relationships while learning about peer support services.
other14:00Create your own rainbow-coloured flag from recycled materials with guidance from instructors. No previous experience required.
other17:00Creative workshop exploring body image, social norms, and self-love through art. Open to all, free entry.
other14:00A DIY fabric badge workshop where you can create your own badge without prior experience. Materials and guidance are provided on site.
festival14:00Pride workshop where you can make parade signs, decorate clothes, and hang out in a safe environment. Espoo parishes also offer the chance to discuss faith and spirituality with a rainbow-inclusive parish worker. The activity is open on a walk-in basis with support in Finnish, Swedish, and English.
other14:45Youth literature organization Nuoren Voiman Liitto hosts a rainbow-themed writing workshop for ages 13-19 during Pride week. Write in any language in a welcoming, safe environment.
club15:00Queer-ilo is an open and safe event where you can spend time in your own way, decorate and share experiences. Sexual health advice and safe adults are available.
lecture(2 days)
Free pop-in sexual health counselling for ages 10-28 without appointment. Discuss relationships, gender identity and sexuality, and access testing and contraception.
club16:00Sekasin chat hosts an open gathering with board games and conversations about mental health. Come to play, chat, or simply be together.
other17:00Young people create their own dream maps and discuss working life with Borenius experts at this interactive evening.
club17:00Mixed and BIPOC youth celebrate Pride with an alcohol-free pub quiz, pizza, and craft activities at Caisa.
other14:00Free sewing workshop for young transmasculine people (13-17 years) where you can make your own packer or packer pouch. Experienced peer facilitators will help you and no prior experience is required.
club15:00Slow Friending is an open meeting space where you can make new friends at a relaxed pace through guided questions and encounters. Sexual health advice is also available on-site.
festival16:00An event about queer identity where we reflect together on how identity is perceived in services and systems. The programme includes a jewellery workshop, mocktail bar and the chance to contribute to a collective artwork.
other16:00Low-threshold improvisation workshop where you practice letting loose and creating together through playful exercises. No previous experience needed, and participation is voluntary - you can also just hang out and play board games.
other17:30Free sewing workshop for young transmasculine people to make your own packer or pouch. No prior experience needed, and experienced peer facilitators will guide you through the process.
other14:00A workshop for making fantasy headwear from recycled materials. Suitable for ages 13-25, no prior experience needed.
lecture15:00Open discussion on gender and sexuality with sex therapist Pale. A safe space to share thoughts, ask questions, or listen.
other16:00An open meeting space where you can be yourself without roles. Light exercises, hugs, board games, and listening ears.
festival16:00An accessible and alcohol-free drag show for young people celebrating self-expression and community. The event creates a safe space and welcomes all participants.
other17:00Sekasin-chat and Ungdomspride host a pronoun badge workshop for young people. Make your own pronoun badges, do crafts, and socialize in a Swedish-language program.
concert19:00The Art of Diversity is an official part of Helsinki Pride, bringing together dance, singing, drag and burlesque. The evening celebrates community and every person's right to exist and shine.
festival13:00Youth Pride Park Festival in Kaivopuisto on 27.6., 13:00-17:00. Relaxed atmosphere, performances, circus, and DJ music for ages 13-25. Free entry.
other17:30Youth Pride Party is an event for 13-17-year-old LGBTQ+ youth at the Helsinki City Museum. The programme features hannaeerika, Sonia, and DJ Koolla, plus glitter makeup and refreshments.
exhibition(23 days)
Jussi Rinta-Hoiska presents nearly 20 years of work exploring social themes. The exhibition features photographic and video works that tell the story of a young girl's journey from darkness to light and self-discovery.