Looking for things to do in Helsinki this week (9th to 15th November)? We’ve rounded up the city’s best events and activities for every day of the week. Whether you’re into live music, exhibitions, festivals or simply making the most of summer in the city, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here.
This week's big event is the Night Visions movie festival.
Remember, too, the new dinosaur exhibition at Heureka and Tutankhamun – The Immersive Exhibition in Malmi.
American rap legend Xzibit is coming to Helsinki! The artist, who made his breakthrough in the early 2000s, is known for hits including ‘X’ and ‘Paparazzi’, as well as hosting MTV’s cult classic show ‘Pimp My Ride’. The West Coast hip-hop veteran, who has worked with Dr. Dre and Eminem, takes to the stage at Tavastia on Monday 9 November.
Doors open at 19:00. Tickets from €49.50.
Hobo Helsinki’s popular Yatzy Tuesdays are back! Held every Tuesday, the tournament brings people together for a relaxed evening of the classic dice game, with a winner crowned at the end of the night. You can join on your own or with friends, and no previous experience is needed. Between rounds, you can tuck into Hobo’s food and drinks. Prizes aren’t just for the winner, either, so you might still walk away with something even if luck isn’t on your side.
Free entry. The tournament starts at 19:00, but arriving earlier is recommended.
What a year it’s been for Finnish artist F! After a two-year break from releasing music, she returned in the spring with the single ‘Jumala’, wowed the crowd at Flow Festival in the summer and released her fifth studio album, ‘Isosisko’, in October. Her most personal album yet explores themes including relationships and the need to be seen.
The album has received an incredibly warm reception, and its release will be celebrated at Tavastia on Wednesday 11 November, where F will take to the stage with her seven-piece F Experience band. Expect her signature blend of R&B, pop and hip-hop, along with tracks from the new album, of course.
Doors open at 19:00. Ages 18 and over. Tickets from €27.
The Nordic region’s largest genre film festival, Night Visions, takes place at Helsinki’s Kinopalatsi cinema from 11 to 15 November. Five days of horror, sci-fi, fantasy and action await, with around 40 feature films on the programme. One of this year’s highlights is the Finnish vampire horror comedy ‘Punaista lunta’, starring Hannu-Pekka Björkman and Krista Kosonen, among others. The festival culminates in an all-night film marathon from Saturday into Sunday.
Tickets go on sale on 30 October on Finnkino’s website and at the Kinopalatsi box office.
Looking to meet new people or shake up your usual date nights? On the second Friday of every month, Kiasma hosts Date Friday, where art helps get the conversation flowing. On Friday 13 November, the programme includes group tours of the exhibitions designed to help you make new friends, a chance to create a giant collaborative collage and music from DJ Ana Coudurier. Singles can pick up a green badge to let others know they’re open to meeting someone new.
Entry with a Kiasma admission ticket. The programme runs from 16:30 to 20:00. Advance registration for the friendship tours is recommended by 11 November at the latest.
There’s still a chance to get your book fair fix in November! On Saturday 14 November, Maunula House hosts a small but charming book fair, putting the spotlight on leading authors from Maunula and the surrounding areas. The programme includes talks by Venla Pystynen, Heikki Valkama and Pauli Jokinen, among others. The intimate event offers a chance to immerse yourself in literature and conversation without the crowds of a huge exhibition hall. Free entry. The fair takes place at Maunula House from 13:00 to 17:00.
How does yoga accompanied by live singing sound? On Sunday 15 November, Pranama in Kallio hosts a relaxing yoga session, where yoga instructor Ronja Alatalo leads a gentle yin yoga practice accompanied by improvised music from vocal ensemble Lille. The hour-long session combines gentle stretches with a soundscape created by human voices. No previous yoga experience is needed, and all equipment is provided.
The session starts at 15:00 and lasts approximately one hour. Tickets €20/14. Advance registration through the organiser. More information on Instagram @rakkaudellaronja.
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