Festivals Archives

Gymnaestrada makes Helsinki move and shake

The world’s largest gymnastics event happens in Helsinki from July 12 to 18, 2015. It invites gymnasts to perform rather than compete.

Restaurant Day lets anyone set up a pop-up resto. The Helsinki idea has quickly spread in Finland and abroad.

You may have heard rumours about Finland’s unconventional student culture, but you have no idea what you’re getting into.

With thriving festivals and clubs across the country, jazz fans in Finland have never had it as good as they do now.

All of Finland goes wild every year on May Day. Our photographers capture the spirit of the holiday in a slideshow.

Hear how three high-energy Helsinki bands fearlessly mix musical styles for fun: Mopo, Dalindèo and Ricky-Tick Big Band.

Our photographers take to the streets for Lux Helsinki’s light installations, which illuminate the city every January.

Finnish comics are gaining recognition abroad and the respect for Finnish education know-how extends to the field of comics as well.