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Åland Sea Jazz Brings the Archipelago Sea Jazz Summer to a Close August 20–23, 2026

17.8.2026 | news

The Archipelago Sea Jazz festival series reaches its grand finale next week in Mariehamn! Åland Sea Jazz invites you to enjoy the maritime atmosphere of late summer, outstanding Nordic artists and the unique setting of the Åland Islands. Secure your concert tickets, accommodation and travel now – the final archipelago jazz weekend of the summer awaits! When purchasing tickets via Tiketti, you can also make a donation to John Nurminen Foundation in support of its important work to protect the marine environment.

The new LPR JAZZ club kicks off in Lappeenranta in September

17.8.2026 | news

The Lappeenranta Jazz club, which closed down last year (2025), has now been succeeded by a new LPR JAZZ for the fall and spring seasons 2026-2027, founded and produced by the pianist-composer Aurora Hentunen. The club's concerts are located at Café Satamatie 6 in Linnoitus, Lappeenranta.

Korpo Sea Jazz invites you to the heart of the archipelago

22.7.2026 | news

The Archipelago Sea Jazz festival series continues in the world's most beautiful archipelago! At Korpo Sea Jazz, outstanding music, breathtaking nature and a warm atmosphere come together in a truly unique setting. Later this summer, the journey continues in Turku and Mariehamn with international stars, historic concert venues and unforgettable maritime experiences. Explore the programme and secure your tickets at www.tiketti.fi/archipelagoseajazz. When purchasing tickets, you can also make a donation to John Nurminen Foundation in support of its important work to protect the marine environment.

Fest Afrika, Tampere’s own festival of African culture, celebrates its 25th anniversary

16.7.2026 | news

Fest Afrika will spread across Tampere from July 28 to August 2, celebrating African culture and music. This year marks the festival’s 25th anniversary, and as usual the programme is diverse, featuring afrojazz, a vibrant community market atmosphere, and workshops. New venues and a free, family-friendly programme make the festival accessible to an even wider audience.

Bassist Kaisa Mäensivu Named Pori Jazz Artist of the Year 2026

29.6.2026 | news

Pori Jazz has selected bassist, composer, and bandleader Kaisa Mäensivu as its Artist of the Year 2026. Her own band, Kaisa’s Machine, performs at festivals and clubs around the world. In addition to leading her own groups, Mäensivu has appeared alongside some of jazz’s most acclaimed artists, including guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel, pianist Dave Kikoski, and trumpeter Tim Hagans.

Summer at Alppipuisto – six free events in Helsinki’s most vibrant park

24.6.2026 | news

Summer at Alppipuisto once again offers communal and relaxed urban culture – six events that bring funk, punk, folk music, afro, psytrance, and rock to the park’s lawns. Each event adds its own colour to the summer at Alppipuisto and invites visitors to become part of a celebration of cultures, rhythms, and people.