41 venues — from intimate jazz clubs to major arenas
Mannerheimintie 16, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 1,200
Mid-size concert venue and nightclub in the heart of Helsinki. Hosts international and Finnish acts.
Annankatu 21, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 250
Helsinki's premier underground rock and indie bar with live music almost every night.
Koetilantie 1, 00790 Helsinki, 00790 Helsinki
Capacity: 1,200
CoolHead Brew is a craft brewery founded in 2016, known for its sour beers. Located in Viikki, the former Gardenia indoor garden, it opens its sunny back terrace each summer as a unique outdoor concert venue hosting CoolHead LIVE — a summer concert series featuring a diverse mix of Finnish and international artists from jazz to metal.
Urheilupuistontie 3, 02200 Espoo, 02200 Helsinki
Capacity: 8,000
Espoo Metro Areena is a large multipurpose arena in Espoo, hosting major concerts, ice hockey, basketball and other events.
Mannerheimintie 13 e, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 1,700
Alvar Aalto's iconic congress and concert hall. Hosts classical, jazz and world music events.
Helsinginkatu 58, 00250 Helsinki
Capacity: 1,350
The Finnish National Opera and Ballet is the national opera company of Finland. The opera house on Helsinginkatu in Töölö opened in 1993 and is home to world-class opera and ballet productions.
Läntinen Teatterikuja 1, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 700
Historic national theatre that also hosts special music concerts and performances.
Yrjönkatu 3, 00120 Helsinki, 00120 Helsinki
Capacity: 300
Sophisticated intimate venue by the Finnish Musicians Union. Renowned for impeccable sound quality.
Nordenskiöldinkatu 11-13, 00250 Helsinki, 00250 Helsinki
Capacity: 8,200
Multi-purpose arena hosting large-scale concerts and international touring acts.
Mannerheimintie 13 A, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 1,700
Home of the Helsinki Philharmonic and Finnish Radio Symphony. World-class acoustics.
Säästöpankinranta 6, 00530 Helsinki, 00530 Helsinki
Capacity: 300
Historic bar since 1884 with regular jazz and blues live music nights.
Kaikukatu 4, 00530 Helsinki, 00530 Helsinki
Capacity: 400
Named one of Europe's top clubs. Specialises in alternative electronic music and international DJs.
Hämeentie 3, 00530 Helsinki, 00530 Helsinki
Capacity: 150
Founded by Finnish jazz musicians. Intimate club bringing the best of Finnish and international jazz.
Sturenkatu 4, 00510 Helsinki, 00510 Helsinki
Capacity: 1,500
Iconic concert hall designed by Alvar Aalto. Hosts major rock, metal and pop concerts.
Martinlaaksontie 36, 01620 Helsinki
Capacity: 440
Kulttuuritalo Martinus is a concert and culture house in Martinlaakso, Vantaa, with 440 seats and a diverse programme of music, theatre and dance.
Töölönkatu 51 A-B, 00250 Helsinki, 00250 Helsinki
Capacity: 800
Historic tram depot turned culture factory. Hosts concerts, theatre and art in a unique setting.
Hämeentie 13, 00530 Helsinki, 00530 Helsinki
Capacity: 350
Kallio's favorite alternative venue with a diverse mix of live gigs and club nights.
Helsinginkatu 1, 00500 Helsinki, 00530 Helsinki
Capacity: 200
Kallio bar and live music venue, sister venue to On The Rocks. Eclectic mix of genres.
Metsäpurontie 4, 00630 Helsinki, 00630 Helsinki
Capacity: 200
Community culture house in Maunula with regular free live music events.
Kaisaniemenkatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 200
Classic Irish pub with regular live music sessions covering folk, rock and pop.
Mikonkatu 15, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 500
Near Railway Square, featuring indie, rock, rap and diverse live music every week.
Kaikukatu 2, 00530 Helsinki, 00530 Helsinki
Capacity: 200
Minimalist electronic music venue known for curated DJ sets and a stellar sound system.
Ylästöntie 28, 01510 Helsinki
Capacity: 3,000
Ravintola Backas is a historic manor restaurant in Vantaa, hosting the popular Backas Kesäkeikat summer concert series in a beautiful park setting.
Kasarmikatu 40, 00130 Helsinki, 00130 Helsinki
Capacity: 400
Historic venue combining live music with a nightclub vibe. Known locally as 'Kalle'.
Soittoniekanaukio 1 A, 02600 Espoo, 02600 Helsinki
Capacity: 500
Sellosali is a versatile cultural venue in the heart of Leppävaara, Espoo, hosting concerts, dance, theatre and family events.
Urho Kekkosen katu 4-6, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 300
Smaller sibling of Tavastia, showcasing emerging Finnish and international talent.
Museokatu 8, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 200
Helsinki's classic jazz and blues bar with live music in a warm, intimate atmosphere.
Kaasutehtaankatu 1, 00540 Helsinki, 00540 Helsinki
Capacity: 3,500
Industrial heritage venue in Suvilahti. A hub for festivals, metal shows and large club nights.
Urho Kekkosen katu 4-6, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 150
The intimate small hall within Tavastia for acoustic and smaller club shows.
Urho Kekkosen katu 4-6, 00100 Helsinki, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity: 900
Finland's most iconic rock club since 1970. Home to Finnish rock legends and international acts.
Tikkurila, Vantaa, 01300 Helsinki
Capacity: 15,000
Tikkurila Festivaali is one of Finland's most popular summer festivals, held annually in Tikkurila, Vantaa, featuring top Finnish artists.
Mannerheimintie 3, 00100 Helsinki Helsinki
Capacity: 1,000
Historic Old Student House in the heart of Helsinki, hosting concerts, galas and cultural events since 1870.
Areenankuja 1, 00240 Helsinki, 00240 Helsinki
Capacity: 13,500
Helsinki's largest indoor arena. Home to major international stadium acts and festivals.
Pälkäneentie 13 B, 00510 Helsinki, 00510 Helsinki
Capacity: 600
Industrial-style warehouse venue in Vallila. A haven for electronic, experimental, and underground music.