concert19:00Miika Leivo & Band and Honey Crisp perform at Semifinal. Miika Leivo blends folk and indie influences with Finnish singer-songwriter tradition, while Honey Crisp journeys through 1960s harmonies and 1970s power pop to today.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up club featuring carefully selected Finnish and international comedians. On 30.9., the lineup includes Jukka Lindström, Joona Kotilainen, and Amir Amokrane.
club18:00A club series at Semifinal with early start and 10 pm finish, where DJ Hermanni Peltola and Ulrika play disco groove from classics to new releases.
club19:00A slowdisco playing only slow love songs from 80s and 90s ballads to modern classics. The Bangles' "Eternal Flame" plays every hour.
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stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up club featuring mainly Finnish comedians and English-speaking guests. The show runs for approximately two hours and is for ages 18 and over only.
concert20:00The legendary manserock band Alwari Tuohitorvi returns in its revisited line-up. The programme features 1970s hits with original member Seppo Tammilehto and experienced musicians from Tampere.
concert20:00Finnish trio Younghearted performs two Halloween concerts at Semifinal, playing their biggest hits and newer songs.
concert19:00Oulu-based singer-songwriter Annieeva performs with her full band at Semifinal. Her debut EP, produced by Topi Kilpinen, draws influences from Apulanna and Anna Eriksson.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up club featuring Finnish and international comedians. The show runs for approximately 2 hours with an age limit of 18 years.
concert19:00Three Finnish metal bands perform at Semifinal: ARTKILLS from Helsinki, MELANKOLIA from Oulu, and Lust For Lily from Tuusula showcase modern metal and metalcore.
concert20:00Metalpop artist Ainoa and pop-punk representative PIMEE present their new EPs live at Semifinal for the first time.
stand-up18:00André Wickström performs at Semifinal's weekly stand-up club. Approximately 2 hours, age limit 18 years.
concert20:00Helsinki band Haavat performs at Semifinal. The group blends pop elements with traditional band sound and has released four singles under Sony Music Finland.
concert19:00Three Finnish rock bands - Mount Palatine, Swarm, and Zombie Eater - perform together at Semifinal. An evening of fuzzrock and energetic live music.
concert20:00Singer-songwriter Kanerva celebrates her new album "Liian paljon kauneutta" at Semifinal with her band, with singer-songwriter Pekka Nisu opening the evening solo.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up night featuring Roosa Maskonen and other comedians performing mainly in Finnish and English. Age limit 18 years.
concert20:00Armi Harmio celebrates her album releases at Semifinal with Keidas as support. Energetic indie pop and indie rock with meaningful lyrics and powerful musical expression.
concert20:00Helsinki band Drug Store Raid presents their new album "Pop Songs For People Who Might Get Killed" at Semifinal. Since their debut, the band's sound has sharpened and their new material blends punk, funk, and jazz.
concert20:00Three Finnish bands in one night: Poni showcases its debut album with distorted guitars and danceable rhythms, Jaanat brings pop-rock and Albert delivers pure rock.
concert19:00The Moon Trees and Jack's Basket Room perform at Semifinal. The Moon Trees is known for its melancholic sound with pop elements, while Helsinki-based Jack's Basket Room blends Finnish character with indie-country, blues, and folk.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up club featuring Finland's best comedians. On Wednesday 23 September, the lineup includes Anitta Ahonen, Miksu Pellikka, and Joanna Ovaska.
club21:00Avaruusdisco arrives at Semifinal on Saturday 19.9. at 21:00. A relaxed, wildly-dressed disco night with DJs playing disco, funk, house and more, plus a foil-hat competition and Midnight Mass.
concert20:00MTVKID celebrates their EP release at Semifinal with Culture Trap, a Finnish-American artist presenting new music.
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concert19:00German post-punk band Kontrolle makes its first appearance in Finland. Joined by Helsinki bands [di:unru:] and Fenetzar at Semifinal.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up club featuring Finnish and international comedians performing mainly in Finnish. An approximately 2-hour programme including a break.
concert19:30Scandinavian action metal meets Finnish metal and hardcore when Mørket, Sgt. Slime, Terror Shark and Patouma take the stage at Semifinal.
concert19:00Three Helsinki bands - Terromania, Falling Pyramids, and Chapter Two - perform at Semifinal. An evening of alternative metal, rock, and jazz-influenced music.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up club featuring Finnish-speaking and English-speaking comedians. Approximately 2 hours, age limit 18 years.
concert19:00Singer-songwriter Viivi Rättyä presents her debut album at Semifinal with her band. The ensemble features Aapo Kokko, Johannes Suominen, Leevi Heikkilä, and Peik Hietala.
concert21:00Blastromen performs at Semifinal in Helsinki on September 5, 2026 at 21:00.
concert20:00East Electric and Johanna von Hertzen perform together at Semifinal. A Helsinki rock band and pop-rock artist present a joint concert in early September.
concert19:00Three hardcore and metal bands in one night at Semifinal: Rustopora, Salaattipäivät and Check Hook. Entry from 10 €.
stand-up18:00Semifinal's weekly stand-up night featuring Fathi Ahmed and other comedians, mainly in Finnish. Approximately 2 hours including a break.
concert20:00The Larry Sandman Trio Experience performs blues rock, rock'n'roll and hard rock led by guitarist Larry Sandman. The band improvises each show into something unique, with Jukka Jylli on bass and Jarkko Lepistö on drums.
concert19:00Folk rock band Mutka and instrumental group Forward Folks perform at Semifinal in Helsinki.
concert20:00Larry Peninsula celebrates his 40th birthday and country music career at Semifinal with guest artists and documentary filming.
concert20:00The Black Bubbles and Goblin Shark perform at Semifinal. The Helsinki-based The Black Bubbles blend 70s heavy blues rock, 90s alternative rock, and modern stoner. Goblin Shark builds its music on primitive rock'n'roll and swinging guitar riffs.
concert19:00Sam Shaky and Nightbird perform at Semifinal with dark americana and folk noir music blending indie rock with classic blues tradition.
concert20:00Three indie and pop musicians take the stage at Semifinal. Nukkuvat Linnut, neliapila, and aitojulia perform their own music.
concert20:00Arüna celebrates her debut EP with VANNA and i know her at Semifinal. A concert featuring three emerging Finnish artists with influences from indie and pop music.
concert19:00Pretty Marc and Deepwater perform at Semifinal. Pretty Marc plays English-language rock-pop, while Deepwater blends grunge, hard rock and modern rock.
concert19:00American dark delta rock artist VAN TASTIK and Helsinki-based roots band Mount Fool perform together at Semifinal.
concert20:00Three Finnish rock bands take the stage at Semifinal: Shere Khan blends hard rock and metalcore, JellyDixx delivers energy with heavy riffs, and The Feral Kids celebrate their latest single.
concert20:00Three metal bands in one night at Semifinal: Lowhill from Oulu, nu-metalcore band Roju and deathcore band Lightbearer from Tampere.
concert19:00Pronoias takes the stage at Semifinal in Helsinki on 5 August, starting at 19:00.
concert19:00Helsinki rock band Vialea and artist-songwriter ILO perform at Semifinal. Vialea blends powerful guitars and British rock influences, while ILO rides a new wave of Finnish pop-rock.
concert19:00Finnish hard rock band Rylos and Hootenanny Freaks from Kotka perform at Semifinal. Rylos is known for their international shows, while Hootenanny Freaks plays original songs and rock classics.
concert20:00PistePiste and Ira perform at Semifinal. Pop artist PistePiste is known for hits like "Hetken maailma on tässä", while singer-songwriter Ira showcases new material and her band.
concert19:00Three bands in one night at Semifinal: Aaltoja, Viimeiset, and Villit Nautinnot. Melodic indie rock and punk-influenced music in Helsinki.
concert19:00Helsinki-based Pekka Pohjola tribute band performs two sets of classics in quartet formation.
concert20:00Three bands in one night at Semifinal: Helsinki's Moonwards, Estonian Buzhold, and Aleksi Kii & Aaveet from Tampere present shoegaze, grunge, and rock music.
concert20:00Pleasant Flow and APG perform at Semifinal. Indie and alternative rock meet post punk in an evening featuring two Finnish bands.
concert19:00Söndaag and Kraiden perform at Semifinal. The six-piece Punavuori band blends rock's power with pop hooks, while rapper Kraiden brings sharp lyrics and jazz harmonies.
concert20:00Three indie and art rock bands in one night at Semifinal: Typerä Typerä Mies, Säilä, and Äänenkauna. An energetic and diverse rock show on Friday evening.
concert19:00Four rap and trap artists perform at Semifinal. AUQ, LUVHEGE, f0kus, and Louie Avuton present original Finnish and international hip-hop music.
concert19:00Two rock bands from Helsinki - Sidewalks and Falling Pyramids - play at Semifinal. Entry from 13 €.
concert20:00MUSAMUSA-klubi showcases three rising Finnish artists: Swarm, Rami Helin, and Featherfoot. The evening's DJ sets are handled by MUSAMUSA's Deep Shadows & Brilliant Highlights.
concert19:00Pearl Jam tribute band Rearviewmirror performs the grunge legends' greatest hits and live classics at Semifinal.
concert19:00Introsoul presents their debut album Teleology live at Semifinal. The Kangasala duo Emerald Clover opens the evening with Celtic and Nordic folk music.
concert20:00Efka Crush and R1 perform at Semifinal. Efka Crush blends danceable EDM and hyperpop with personal lyrics, while R1 merges melancholic productions with raw and emotional songwriting.
concert20:00Oujee performs at Semifinal in late June, celebrating their self-titled album from last year.
club21:00Club Elixir is a tribute to queer clubs of the 1980s and 1990s, featuring striking visual scenography and dancers performing alongside guests.
concert19:00Hemma Records celebrates its birthday with live music, premieres and karaoke at Semifinal. The independent record label works to create a more equitable music industry and curate indie music.
concert19:00Hugo Toosi celebrates his solo album debut "TOOSI" at Semifinal with rapper Kraiden. Modern production meets groove-driven rap-band performance.
concert19:00Three rock bands on one stage: Pretty Affair, Fuzzkills and Get In play at Semifinal in June.
