Schaumansali is Pietarsaari's main concert and congress hall, hosting classical music performances, public events and conferences. The venue is well regarded for its acoustics and serves as the primary stage for cultural life in the region.
lecture08:00A morning seminar for women on building self-confidence, courage, and pursuing your dreams. Features talks, live music, a panel discussion, and networking.
concert18:00An opera concert featuring classic arias from renowned operas. An evening curated from audience requests, showcasing beautiful and moving songs spanning from the 1600s to today.
lecture08:30Jubileums Fotofestival gathers renowned photographers from Finland, Sweden and Belgium to present their areas of expertise. The day includes coffee, lunch and results from a photography competition.
stand-up19:00Andreas Forsén Jonsson presents a comedy show about time and what we all say but few understand. Sista chansen tour is his final tour through Sweden and Finland.
concert19:00The opening concert of the Rusk festival showcases young and timeless works. The festival runs in Pietarsaari 17-21 November with Anna-Maria Helsing and Vertavo as artistic directors.
concert19:00Rusk is an international chamber music festival in Pietarsaari. The concert Unending Theme takes place on 19 November 2026 at 19:00 in Schaumansalen, with ticket prices from 5-30 euros.
concert19:30International chamber music festival in Jakobstad. The concert "Music for After Us" takes place on 20 November 2026 in Schaumansalen, tickets from 5 €.
concert18:00The Rusk festival's closing concert showcases young and timeless classical music masterworks. Artistic directors Anna-Maria Helsing and Vertavo lead the programme.
