lecturein progress
Children's author Maami Snellman leads a word art group where grades 3-5 students create their own stories, play with words, and write together.
lecture17:00Creative writing course for young people aged 16-20, led by word artist Aamu Pulkkinen. Participants practice writing poetry and prose, share their texts, and receive feedback. Free, registration required.
other18:00An ecological visual art workshop where participants learn drawing and painting techniques using natural materials. Taught by artist Satu Kalliokuusi for young people aged 16-20.
lecture14:00in 2 days
Youth film club for 15-18-year-olds at Malmitalo, where members watch and discuss films together under the guidance of film researcher Aatos Ketvel. Four meetings during autumn, free of charge, registration required.
concert19:00in 2 days
A performance blending Irish music, song and dance inspired by Ireland's ancient myths and traditions. The Irish-Finnish ensemble Cúigear and guest artists bring the work to life.
lecture17:00in 4 days
A seven-part lecture series on Finnish cultural history and heritage sites, presented by FM Soili Poikonen across different regions of Finland.
lecture18:45in 4 days
A six-part lecture series on Roman architecture from Vitruvius' theories to the empire's building achievements, held at Malmitalo.
concert18:00in 5 days
A series of student concerts from the North Helsinki Music Institute featuring different instrumental groups and age categories.
concert19:00in 5 days
American rock band Canyon Lights makes its Finnish debut. Drawing inspiration from 70s rock, Pat Faherty, Tim Carman, and Heather Gillis deliver their music live.
concert19:00in 6 days
An eight-piece band delivering rootsy rhythm and blues and 1950s rock and roll with a New Orleans flavour. Million Dollar Tones blend danceable grooves with blues ballads, featuring a full horn section and a mix of originals and classic covers.
lecture16:30Learn sign language basics in this monthly short course at Malmitalo. Each session explores a different theme, from the alphabet to deaf culture, with interactive questions and discussion.
concert19:00The independent alternative band joku iiris performs at Malmitalo, blending poignant songwriting with moments of joy.
lecture17:00Community singing at Malmitalo in autumn 2026 led by Jukka Okkonen and Pauli Kainulainen. Classic favorites are sung once a month on Tuesdays.
cinema18:00Emma Thompson stars in Winterheart, an action thriller about a widowed fisherman who must protect a kidnapped girl during a deadly blizzard in the Finnish wilderness.
festival(3 days)
A three-day music camp for young people aged 13-29 at Malmitalo, where you play in a band under the guidance of experienced coaches.
club18:00Free big band jam sessions hosted by Sointi Jazz Orchestra at Malmitalo. All musicians welcome to participate after the house band's opening set.
festival14:00Father's Day at Malmitalo: concerts, music and dance workshops, plus an art workshop where children create portraits. Free admission.
concert18:00Choir Chime and Tiina Korkiainen perform an a cappella concert exploring anger and human emotion. Marking ten years of collaboration, Chime's and Tiina Korkiainen's artistic worlds meet for the first time.
concert20:00American blues singer Sari Schorr takes the stage at Malmitalo in Helsinki.
concert19:00Sámi joik singer Wimme Saari and saxophonist Tapani Rinne perform a duo concert where traditional joik meets contemporary music and Nordic instrumental expression.
concert19:00Finnair Pilots' Big Band performs the legendary Rat Pack repertoire with Finnish soloists. The programme features Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr classics, plus the relaxed entertainment style the Rat Pack was known for.
club17:00Children's Halloween disco at Malmitalo on the eve of All Saints' Day, featuring dancing and creepy fun entertainment.
cinema18:00The "Audience Favorites" series showcases the beloved Steel Sledges comedy, where three women embark on their final adventure. The film explores friendship, life and the courage to face its end.
concert19:00Traveling Jones performs Fleetwood Mac classics with guitarist and singer Esa Kuloniemi. The evening showcases the original band's 1960s output, which influenced even The Beatles.
classical18:00Young soloists from the North Helsinki Music Institute perform classical music at Malmitalo. Free admission for all.
other18:00Adult craft club meeting Mondays at Malmitalo. Each session has a new theme, but you can also work on your own projects.
other18:00Malmitalo's Community Monday explores Somali tea culture. In the tea room, you can discover traditional drinks and treats with guidance from an instructor.
concert13:00Magician Simo Aalto marks his 50th anniversary with a family-friendly show blending classic magic, visual effects, and audience participation.
lecture12:00A three-part course on civic engagement and democracy. Learn tools for social impact, understand society's structures, and discover practical examples of civic engagement in Finland.
concert19:00Antti Autio presents the Haahuillen concert series at Malmitalo, sharing the origins and themes of his album Tie on maalattu maahan with the audience. The programme also features older songs in fresh arrangements.
theater18:00Teatteri Mukamas explores forest secrets through live music and puppet theatre. Suitable for children aged 3 and up.
cinema13:00A film series for seniors featuring new Finnish films with post-screening discussions led by filmmakers. October's film is a historical thriller about the 1930 abduction of Finland's first president.
theater19:00Teatteri Rajapinta presents a comedy about death and family reckoning. Two adult siblings confront the aftermath of their mother's sudden death as past and present collide.
lecture18:45Lecture on power of attorney for interest protection and its importance in securing your future. Speaker: OTM Jussi-Pekka Hanhela.
other18:00A craft club for adults where you weave mini rugs on a net base. No pre-registration required, the first 15 arrivals are welcome.
concert18:00Finland's selection for the European Blues Challenge, where four bands compete for a spot at EBC 2027. An independent jury chooses Finland's representative.
festival18:00Malmitalo becomes a cruise ship during the autumn break. Teenagers aged 13-17 can enjoy cruise entertainment, a disco, and a performer of their choice.
other11:00An autumn holiday course for young people to learn how to refresh and customize their clothes using various techniques.
other10:00Art camp for children aged 7-11 featuring drawing, painting, and construction. Lunch included.
cinema13:00Disney's classic reimagined as live-action, following a Hawaiian girl and an alien who discover the meaning of family. Suitable for children.
lecture12:00Three-session K-pop dance course taught by Valentine Nguyen. The instructor brings five years of experience in K-pop and hiphop dance.
lecture17:00A three-day DJ course for teenagers covering equipment basics, beatmatching, and set building. Taught by Sainey Gibba from the internationally performing drum and bass duo Askel & Elere.
cinema13:00Animated hero Dog Man fuses a police dog and its owner in a wild operation. When supervillain Pete kidnaps Little Pete, old enemies must team up to save the day.
other10:00An autumn holiday camp for children featuring craft activities and a celebration. Kids make felted donuts, jewelry, and keychains, followed by sweet treats.
concert19:00The Aurinko chamber ensemble presents classical music from the Caribbean, from baroque to contemporary works by Mexican, Cuban, Costa Rican, and Guadeloupean composers.
cinema13:00Paddington searches for his missing Aunt Lucy in the Peruvian jungle alongside the Brown family. An adventurous family film featuring mysterious maps and legendary treasures.
other18:00An open craft club for adults where you can learn new techniques or continue your own project. No advance registration required, materials provided on site.
cinema(15 days)
A DreamWorks animated adventure about two friends whose bond is tested when they stumble into a magical world inhabited by creatures from Philippine mythology.
concert19:00Katri Ylander celebrates her 20-year career milestone with a jubilee concert at Malmitalo. The programme features her biggest hits, rare archive finds, and personal stories from her career.
cinema18:00A documentary about a family in transition, where generations renegotiate their roles as life takes new turns.
festival09:00Free service fair at Malmitalo with organizations from the Malmi area. Heidi Herala performs, with coffee service and rest areas available.
concert19:00Singer and violinist Aili Ikonen performs with her trusted quintet at MalmiJazz. Ikonen is a member of Rajaton and 2025 Yrjö Prize winner, with music that moves across and beyond jazz.
lecture18:00A series of author talks at Malmitalo. In September, Matti Rönkä visits, known for his Viktor Kärppä novels and as a news anchor for Yle.
lecture18:45A three-part lecture series on King Charles I's celebrated art collection, its assembly, most important works, and fate during the English Civil War.
club18:00Community dances at Malmitalo featuring a lesson in traditional Levantine dabkea and electronic music from Yalla Collective. Open to all, free admission.
other18:00Craft club for adults where participants sew yarn storage containers together. Open group with no advance registration, materials provided on site.
lecture17:00A lecture series on the significance of the starry sky for humanity. Space philosopher Tuukka Perhoniemi explores constellations, planets and galaxies and their connection to our everyday lives and worldview.
concert19:00Finnish band Atomirotta brings their Lähiörundi 2026 tour to Malmitalo. The group runs its own record label and has performed from intimate clubs to major festivals.
concert19:00Indian classical music centred on rhythm instruments. Five musicians perform traditional melodies and improvisations on violin, mridangam, ghatam, khanjira and tabla.
concert19:00Swedish progressive rock band Samla Mammas Manna performs their distinctive sound blending rock, jazz and experimental music with wit and energy.
cinema(10 days)
Brad Pitt stars in an adventure thriller about a man and his dog's struggle to survive in Alaska's remote wilderness.
concert19:00Two rockabilly legends take the stage together when Boppin' Pete and The Barnshakers perform at Malmitalo. A rare concert featuring classic songs from both artists.
lecture17:30A resident meeting seeking people with skills or interests to share. All ages and backgrounds welcome, with light refreshments provided.
cinema(10 days)
Two strangers meet at a wedding in Greece. Dome Karukoski's romantic drama explores love, longing, and presence, adapted from Emmi-Liia Sjöholm's bestselling novel.
musical18:00A musical drama about tango composer Unto Mononen and his classic songs, performed by Teijo Lindström, Kalle Jussila, Raisa Laine, and Anne Tanskanen with orchestral accompaniment.
other18:00Malmitalo Community Monday brings a tea house to the loft. Explore tea cultures from around the world with a guide and enjoy tea and delicacies.
other18:00Craft club for adults at Malmitalo. This week focuses on visible mending and unravelling knitwear. No advance registration needed - space for the first 15 visitors.
10:00Youth-organized cosplay and anime festival at Malmitalo. Free entry, no registration needed.
concert19:00Finnish folk-rock quartet Pekko Käppi & K:H:H:L performs at Malmitalo, blending folk, blues, and psychedelic rock.
18:00The Crawley family faces new challenges in the 1930s in this popular period drama. Screening with Finnish subtitles.
concert19:00Two blues soloists on one stage: American Kat Baloun and Finnish Unna Kortehisto with her own band.
cinema(15 days)
A war film based on true events following General Eisenhower and Captain Stagg during the critical days before the Normandy invasion.
exhibition(25 days)
Malmitalo gallery opens Veikko Ruuskanen's steampunk-inspired spatial installation of recycled machines and imagined inventions. Timo Kaukolampi (K-X-P) performs at the opening, free admission.
cinema(11 days)
Susanne Bier's Practical Magic: The Sisterhood follows two sisters haunted by an ancient family curse. Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman.
theater19:00Teatteri Rajapinta's revue tackles current issues with wit and humour. Glamour, rural romance and everyday observations create an entertaining show set to catchy music.
other18:00Adult craft club where you can learn boro patching and embroidery. No registration needed - the first 15 arrivals are welcome. Materials and guidance provided on site.
concert19:00Ilkka Rantamäki & The Bluesbrokers perform British blues classics from John Mayall, Peter Green and other legends.
festival11:00Free family safety event at Malmitalo featuring information sessions, music, face painting and a fire engine for children.
concert19:00Sointi Jazz Orchestra performs Kerkko Koskinen's Agatha, a work that blends jazz and classical music inspired by Agatha Christie's literary legacy.
festival17:00Africa Day at Malmitalo celebrates Senegalese, Kenyan and Cameroonian culture through live music, a cooking competition and sabar dance instruction.
cinema(35 days)
Klaus Härö's drama about two women who meet during a healthcare crisis. Nurse Inka and mother Leni find support in each other through difficult moments as strike threats and personal tragedies intertwine.
concert19:00Riitta Paakki's quartet performs her jazz compositions, blending bebop energy with melancholic pieces. New material will also be featured during the concert.
cinema18:00A documentary of Tuomari Nurmio's concert featuring socially conscious songs spanning four decades. Dark themes meet black humour in this film about war, dictatorship, and resistance.
cinema15:00Three dance films created with older adults are screened and discussed under the guidance of community artist Elli Isokoski.
other17:00Free drawing and painting workshop for young people led by a professional artist. Develop your skills and create your own work on Wednesday afternoons throughout autumn.
concert18:00Family concert where children's science questions become music. Mari Rantasila and a five-piece band take the audience from ballad to ska-stomp.
lecture18:45A two-part lecture series on preparedness for everyday disruptions. The first session covers solutions for power outages, water supply interruptions, and other daily disruptions, while the second focuses on shelters and their use.
other18:00Open craft club for adults where you can knit your own project or join the week's theme. Silja Levälampi is the instructor.
other18:00A beginner-friendly workshop in traditional Japanese calligraphy where you learn brush techniques and Japanese characters. You get to take your own artwork home.
theater11:00A children's theatre production about moving and neighbourhoods, where the main character the Mover explores a new home in Malmi with a neighbour. Free performance recommended for ages 4 and up.
concert19:00Grande Mahogany performs free at the Welcome Day event in Malmitalo. The concert starts at 7 p.m. and the hall fills on a first-come, first-served basis with 200 seats.
festival17:00A welcome celebration for new Helsinki residents featuring local services and a summer market programme with circus, magic, music, and zamrock.
market16:00A summer market on Ala-Malmi square featuring local vendors and businesses. An opportunity to enjoy summer vibes in the heart of September.
cinema(20 days)
HopeaCine is a film series for seniors featuring new Finnish films each month. September's screening of Klaus Härö's "A Moment Before Light" is followed by discussion with filmmakers.
concert19:00Tuomari Nurmio and Folk-Liisa perform kitchen music and urban electric folk. A two-hour concert with a 20-minute intermission.
concert19:00Producer Charles Gilin marks his 30th anniversary with two international ensembles: Joakim Berghäll and Adele Sauros interpret anti-war poetry, while the Norwegian-French trio T.I.M. blends folk music and improvisation.
club18:00Free community dances at Malmitalo featuring salsa instruction and live music from Bomba Buena Social Club.
other18:00An adult craft group where you can learn different techniques or continue your own project. No pre-registration required, and you can bring your own materials or use what is available on site.
lecture17:30Introductory course in theatre and performance for beginners. Autumn focuses on exercises and games, spring on a small production.
other14:00A new multicultural women's choir launches at Malmitalo, designed especially for women with immigrant backgrounds. Led by music educator Mirva Soininen, the group meets every other Monday. Participation is free.
cinema(41 days)
This Finnish comedy, based on real events, tells the absurd story of the kidnapping of Finland's first president in the 1930s, filled with humor and historical mystery.
cinema(29 days)
Group Hau's puppies are stranded on a dinosaur-filled island and must stop an evil mayor from destroying it with a volcano.
cinema(13 days)
Three friends plan a relaxing spa weekend, but when their chaotic friend joins them, chaos ensues. A fun comedy starring Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher, Michelle Buteau and Anna Faris.
cinema(16 days)
A comedy about a couple in marital crisis who invite their mysterious neighbours to dinner, but the evening takes unexpected turns.
cinema(9 days)
Pedro Almodóvar's melodrama about a photographer fleeing her grief and a filmmaker caught between reality and fiction. A beautiful exploration of identity and creative expression.
cinema(8 days)
A documentary about singer Arja Saijonmaa and her extraordinary career as an artist and human rights activist, as well as her friendship with composer Mikis Theodorakis.
exhibition(24 days)
Laura Laurila's exhibition Green City explores urban nature and the relationship between built environment and green spaces. Opening at Malmitalo on 26.8. from 17-19, free admission.
festival11:00Graffitijamit at Ala-Malmi Square: a chance to try graffiti painting under the guidance of visual artist Santtu Tuomola. Improvised music from Trash Drumming and Q Theatre's musician completes the event. Free, no advance registration required.
festival15:00Malmi Summer Festival concludes at Ala-Malmi square with Kukkatalo's party, singer ANI's performance, and workshops. Free admission.
festival14:00Young people from Malmi's youth unit run a pop up café, activity corner and decoration workshop on the closing day of the Malmi Summer Festival.
concert17:00Two prominent Finnish musicians take the stage at Malmitalo's container venue. Aili Järvelä is an award-winning artist known for her sharp songwriting, while Antti Paalanen is an accordionist who blends traditional music with electronic elements. Admission is free.
lecture16:00The Workers' Institute opens its autumn semester during Arts Night with a community singing event featuring summer melodies, led by music educator Satu Luomajoki.
festival16:00Two Finnish rock bands - Juhlat and Lala Salama - perform at this free night of the arts featuring workshops and group singing.
festival17:30A country-focused evening at Malmitalo featuring two live bands: William Öster & the Moonliners perform blues, country and folk, while Steve 'n' Seagulls present newgrass and bluegrass.
festival16:00Malmitalo Konttilavalla hosts a summer event featuring a dance workshop from theatre Tsuumi and performances by bands Salaliitto and Lyyti. Free admission.
festival11:00Kids' Saturday at Malmitalo: nature activities, workshops, street dance, family music and Aarne Alligaattori & Viidakkorumpu. All free.
concert19:00The Ghost of Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band performs Springsteen classics at Malmi Summer Festival. This Tampere tribute band is known for its faithful interpretation and vocalist Saku Virtanen's remarkably similar voice.
concert17:30Two Finnish indie rock bands, pilvet pilvet and Teini-Pää, perform at Ala Malmi square in Helsinki. Free entry.
festival(10 days)
The Malmi Summer Festival 2026 offers a diverse August programme on Ala-Malmi Square featuring concerts, workshops and children's activities - all completely free.
exhibition(24 days)
Rita Vargas presents the Holding Ground exhibition, where graphics, photography, and installations explore the relationships between living beings and their environments. The exhibition examines identity, observation, and the sense of belonging.
festival14:30Malmi's summer season at Malmitalo on 13.6. features open summer activities and meetings plus live music from Nevala and Rosettes on Lower Malmi Square.
festival14:30Helsinki Day at Malmitalo features city dances, rapper Laineen Kasperi, a youth-created video work, and Emma Award-winning artist F. Free admission.
festival14:30Helsinki's samba day brings Brazilian music, dance and a parade to Lower Malmi Square. The programme includes a workshop, dance lessons and two concert sets featuring Samigo & Samba Amigos.
exhibition(52 days)
Exhibition of ecological art from workshops organised by the Helsinki and Tampere Artists' Associations, featuring works created with plant-based dyes and zine books.
festival(10 days)
Malmi Summer Programme 2026 launches in June at Ala-Malmi Square with a varied schedule. Alongside concerts, workshops and children's activities, performers include Vimma, Nyrkkitappelu, Tuula Amberla & Pieni Jazzorkesteri, Mara Balls and Rosettes.
other(85 days)
Free partner dance instruction at Malmitalo every Tuesday from June through August. Classes suit all skill levels, and you can participate alone or with a partner without advance registration.