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Move over, Avatar: the GENESIS multimedia spectacle lights up Kallio Church in Helsinki
The grand, granite architecture of Kallio church becomes a vast, living canvas in this multimedia show
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Skinny-dipping is back in central Helsinki as Yrjönkatu swimming hall reopens
Finland’s oldest swimming hall reopens on 2 February 2026 after a two-year restoration
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Red Bull Heavy Metal brings the world’s best street snowboarders to Helsinki
On 7 March 2026, Helsinki stakes its claim as Europe’s street snowboarding capital as Red Bull Heavy Metal lands in the city for the first time outside North...
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Finally in Finland: Activate brings active gaming to Helsinki
Get ready to jump, climb and think on your feet. International active gaming hit Activate Helsinki is opening its first Finnish venue at Itis on Friday 30...
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This Finnish science centre just unveiled one of Europe’s most spectacular planetariums
With a seamless dome, crisp 10K projection and immersive surround sound, Heureka’s newly renovated planetarium just outside Helsinki brings the universe closer...
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Helsinki events in January 2026
The best concerts, performances and exhibitions in Helsinki this January
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Ares, Erika Vikman and KAJ to perform at Helsinki’s New Year’s celebration – the night ends with a pyro show
Helsinki’s New Year’s reception will once again be held at Kansalaistori, as tradition dictates.
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These are the best New Year’s parties in Helsinki
Fireworks, Eurovision camp and underground raves across the city
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Best things to do in Helsinki: a local’s guide for 2026
Finland’s capital mixes cool Nordic vibes with the heat of traditional saunas. Here’s how to explore Helsinki at its very best.
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Clarion Aviapolis hosts a firework-free New Year for dogs once again
Dogs’ New Year marks its tenth year at the airport hotel