festival11:00Helsinki Day at Espa Stage offers free entertainment from 11:00 to 21:00 featuring slang, music, and samba. The evening concludes with the opening of Helsinki Samba Carnaval 2026.
sport16:15in 3 days
Helsinki's sports services offers a summer fitness class for all ages and fitness levels. Perfect warm-up before a community singing session.
concert17:00in 3 days
A community singing session open to all, featuring a rotating lineup of conductors and themes.
festival18:00in 3 days
Folk dance and music from the capital region on Espa stage. Multiple groups perform dance and music numbers inspired by the theme "Strength from Roots".
festival14:30in 4 days
WeDrumAsOne is an American-style show marching drum group inviting all ages to the open stage to create rhythms and beats together.
concert16:00in 4 days
Los Pan Pan from Kirkkonummi celebrates 30 years as a steel band at Espas stage. The ensemble plays melodic percussion instruments made from old oil drums with roots in Trinidad.
concert18:00in 4 days
Helsinki Gay Choir Out 'n loud performs at a Pride evening on the Espan stage. Finland's first gay choir presents familiar and unfamiliar songs, contemporary compositions, and classics.
concert17:00in 5 days
Vilma Talvitie is a singer-songwriter and pianist performing as a one-woman orchestra, where voice, piano, body percussion, and percussion instruments create a unified whole. Her music blends Finno-Ugric roots with influences from around the world.
concert18:00in 5 days
Wimme Saari and Tapani Rinne present the fruits of their long partnership: a fusion of traditional joik music and modern bass clarinet with techno elements.
concert14:00in 6 days
A.P Puro and Emäntä present a lively couplet programme where fast-paced scenes alternate with deeper reflection.
concert15:00The Kippari Band performs relaxed rock-inspired music and group singalongs on the Espan stage. The band brings together staff and clients from Rinnekotien Toimintakeskus Kipparissa who make music together with energy and joy.
concert16:00Sweet Jeena and her Sweethearts perform classics of American popular music with rockabilly, jazz, and blues flavors. Their varied repertoire spans from 1950s americana-pop to rock'n'roll.
concert17:00The duo Kälyset performs new Finnish music drawing from country, reggae, schlager, and folk. Small instruments and a personal touch create a unique musical experience.
concert17:00The cult queer indie rock band Itcevät performs a theatrical rock show at Espa's stage. Fronted by Runo Talvensalo, the band delivers energetic live performances that create an intense experience.
concert18:00Liisa Akimof & Yökerho perform their new album on Espa's stage during Pride. An energetic show featuring fresh material and beloved classics.
concert16:00Finnish band Viileä maa performs soulful folk-pop with strong lyrics and three-part vocal harmonies.
concert17:00Get Me Funkair takes you on a musical world tour with brass, bass, and vocalists creating an energetic funk spectacle. Free open stage at Espan lava.
concert15:00Drag artist Marko Vainio conjures a glittering illusion of the world's greatest pop and rock legends in Divet Show. A spectacular performance full of humor, stunning costumes, and lightning-fast character transformations.
concert17:00Jesse Kaikuranta, a conveyor of deep emotion and one of Finland's most beloved pop musicians, takes the stage at Pride on Espa.
concert13:00Miihkali Jaatinen takes children and young people on a colorful banjo journey through the instrument's history from Africa to today. An English-language show packed with surprises and musical possibilities.
concert14:00The Polish-Ukrainian ensemble HrayBery revives forgotten dance music from the border regions between Poland and Ukraine, using traditional instruments and authentic melodies from archival sources.
concert16:00Swing Doctors brings traditional swing to Espa's stage with a ten-piece orchestra. The programme features American songbook classics, Count Basie-inspired music, and Finnish swing hits from the 1950s.
concert17:00Toimitusjohto performs Aki Sirkesalo's most popular songs and soul hits on the Espan stage. The seasoned young band creates a memorable evening of Finnish pop and soul.
concert17:00Rosita Luu performs indie-pop with her trio at Espan lava. The award-winning artist is known for her versatile musical approach and deeply personal songwriting.
concert18:00Teini-Pää brings sensitive indie rock to Espa's stage. The young band has released three albums and performed at Finland's biggest festivals and in the USA.
concert16:00Indian folk-pop with bhajan songs, semi-classical dance, and a meditation point in the park. Sahaj Unlimited blends music, movement, and spiritual practice for a unique concert experience.
concert17:00A concert featuring traditional music from various regions of India. Free entry.
concert14:00The Finnish Defence Forces conscript band performs classical brass, big band, and entertainment music on the Espa stage. Free admission.
concert17:00Helena Lindgren and Jorma Uotinen perform together in a concert exploring love, friendship, and life's different stages, accompanied by Trio Avec.
festival14:00Skidit-disko is a ten-year-old party night with dancing, music and community for all ages.
concert16:00Finnish band Hopeasiivet performs music rooted in sincerity and diverse influences at the Espan stage.
festival15:00Eino Leino Day is a traditional literary event featuring Finland's leading poets, spoken word artists, and singer-songwriters performing on the Espa stage. The 2026 Eino Leino Prize recipient is also announced.
theater15:00English-language circus performance for children based on Kirsi Kunnas' classic poetry, featuring music by Silja Palomäki.
concert17:00The dance orchestra Vallilan Tango performs 1930s-50s popular music classics with authentic vintage instrumentation. Dutch singer Hans Wessels performs melancholic tangos with the ensemble.
concert17:00Aili Järvelä Duo performs in the Indiespa concert series at Espa's stage. The award-winning singer-songwriter presents the latest indie music in a summer setting, free entry.
concert18:00Rising singer-songwriter Elina Teini performs in the Indiespa series at Espa's stage. Her music is defined by big melodies, honestly painful lyrics, and an exceptional voice.
concert14:00The Finnish Defence Forces Conscript Concert Band performs classical wind music, big band, and entertainment pieces on the Espa stage. Free admission on summer Fridays.
concert17:00Five Finnish musicians perform the Swedish troubadour Cornelis Vreeswijk's songs in both Swedish and new Finnish versions.
concert13:00North Shore Celtic Ensemble from Vancouver presents an energetic blend of Celtic music and North American influences. The young musicians' collective performs original compositions and traditional songs that unite Canadian, Québécois, and Cape Breton music with jazz.
concert14:00Farkkunallet is an energetic children's music group performing danceable and narrative music for the whole family. On Espa's stage, fun music that breaks genre boundaries comes to life.
other15:00The CSSADANCE student association presents the dance performance RESONATE, blending traditional Chinese dance with modern K-pop. In an open stage format, the performance explores identity, artistry, and community through movement.
concert16:00Charismatic singer Kaisa Makkonen performs at Espa's stage with pianist Lassi Kouvo. The programme features her own compositions and interpretations where emotion and skill converge.
concert17:00Soprano Senja Syrjälä and tenor Jere Hölttä perform classic vocal works and a preview of the opera Imatran Impi with piano accompaniment.
other14:00Riesa-Pelle performs a lively circus show featuring clowning, magic tricks and juggling. The programme is interactive and suitable for all ages.
concert16:00The Finnish band Antero Raimo & Ovet blends humpa, soul, reggae and other genres with warm humour. They perform on the Espa stage on 15 July.
concert18:00Italian pop legend Patrizio Buanne celebrates 20 years in music with a glamorous world tour. The Helsinki concert delivers classics, dancing and world-class entertainment.
concert16:00Ingrian Finnish folk ensemble performing traditional and newly composed songs rooted in Finnic heritage and family memory.
concert17:00The versatile pop band Siivet performs on Espa's stage with music that blends styles from different eras and explores the wonders of life, love, and world-weariness.
concert14:00The Navy Band performs classical wind music, big band, and light entertainment in Esplanade Park as part of the traditional MIL-Espa summer concert series.
concert17:00A musical concert for primary school children exploring school life through familiar and lesser-known musical numbers. Featuring Joel Mäkinen, Nea-Maria Alanko, and pianist Maritta Manner.
concert18:00Emma Salokoski Voices is a singing collective that creates music across genre boundaries. From Flow Festival's main stage to art exhibitions, this choir performs ambitious rhythm music with a distinctive voice.
concert18:00Jori Otsa and his orchestra perform beautiful folk songs and classic schlagers from the Baltic Sea region using acoustic instruments.
concert16:00Laakson Liljat Orchestra performs the music of Maarit and Sami Hurmeri on Espas stage. A summer concert featuring classic and unexpected songs in fresh arrangements.
concert17:00Pohjolan Ilmari performs on an open stage. An artistically strong band tells sorrowful stories with human warmth and humour.
concert17:00Finnish-Zambian band Zangoma revives zamrock with dynamic musicianship and a powerful lead voice.
concert18:00The Finnish-Beninese-Tanzanian ensemble Helsinki Cotonou Ensemble blends traditional African rhythms with Western harmony. After 13 years of development, they are a dynamic live band that gets audiences dancing worldwide.
concert15:00Neon Puutarha blends pop, psych rock, and experimental jazz into an organic, improvisational sound. A band with strong musical chemistry and folk-rooted storytelling.
concert16:00Runoen performs pop-, jazz-, and folk-influenced music that brings classic Finnish poets to life. Led by pianist Juha Granlund, the ensemble features works by Södergran, Leino, Kaila, and Kivi.
concert18:00Indie-iskelmä summer continues at Espa's stage as Joni Heinäkuu and Pekka Saukkonen unite their forces in a quartet formation. Lyric-rich, emotionally charged music meets producer-legend Saukkonen's own songs, supported by Joose Vihreä and High-D.
concert14:00A traditional summer concert in Esplanade Park where Rakuunasoittokunnan varusmiesbändi Hallakko performs military music. Free admission.
concert17:00Arja Koriseva performs classics and beloved songs from her own work alongside pianist Minna Lintukangas at Espa's stage.
concert14:00Magician Simo Aallon and assistant Kirsti Aallon present a joyful family magic show where children help with the tricks. Featuring animal friends and plenty of wonder for all ages.
concert15:00Funk band Eternal Erection makes a comeback with The Return Of The Funk tour. The music blends black funk, soul and disco with influences from hip hop, pop and rock.
concert(3 days)
Jazz Suomi 100 discussion and concert featuring Lauri Kallio's ensemble on the Espa stage. Free entry.
concert17:00Maria Kalaniemi and Pekko Käppi perform their new album Tåreportens Pärla, which weaves Kalevala rune songs with the power of accordion and jouhikko.
concert16:00Two contemporary folk music performances at Etno-Espa: Freeta explores folk music through violin, cello, and piano, while Trio Maans-Perkola-Sandås presents the depths of Finland-Swedish folk tradition.
concert16:00Ella Isotalo and Dänkki Briha blend traditional and contemporary music in the Etno-Espa afternoon programme. Ella presents a fusion of Wagogo tradition and Finnish music, while Dänkki Briha takes listeners into the world of ethno-electronic and folktronica.
concert16:00Contemporary folk music meets electronic dance when kantele player Maija Pokela and Melkutus Party perform at Etno-Espa, blending tradition with cutting-edge electronic sound.
festival16:00ILMU presents Karelian folk-trip-hop and Juurakko performs their 15th anniversary concert featuring natural experiences and everyday objects as instruments.
festival14:00Two concerts for children at Etno-Espa: Dhamal World Collective blends Indian and Ostrobothnian music, while Kasvu explores nature's diversity through song and rare instruments.
concert17:00A fusion of traditional Middle Eastern dance and modern stage dance. An energetic and passionate performance that brings cultures together through movement.
concert16:00The Helsinki-based choir BellaCanta performs a musical cavalcade about freedom, love and life. The programme features rhythm music, pop hits and Finnish choral music, mainly in a cappella arrangements.
concert14:00A community singing event at Espa featuring classics from Junnu Vainios to ABBA and Eurovision melodies, performed by J-Men and Enna&Evi.