Festivals and music events
| 1.9-11.10. | Backlight Photography Festival International photo festival organized every three years since 1987 by Photographic Centre Nykyaika. It’s one of the oldest and largest photography festivals in Northern Europe. More information |
| 16.-20.9. | MUKAMAS – International Puppet Theatre Festival An event founded in 1999 by Teatteri Mukamas and organised every other year since 2000. It brings together not only Finnish professional puppet theatres but also the world’s leading companies in the field to the stages of Tampere. More information |
| 11.-20.9. | Tango-Guitar-Flamenco Week Tango, guitar and flamenco come together in Tampere as three cultural events Tampere Tango Festival, Tampere Guitar Festival and Tampere Flamenco Week join forces. The programme includes concerts, performances, workshops and activities for families with children |
| 1.-2.10. | Lost in Music Annual city festival held in Tampere, which brings a diverse range of live music to the city centre’s key venues and showcases today’s most exciting pop, rock, indie, metal, hip-hop and world music acts, as well as more experimental bands. More information |
| 1.-2.10. | Music x Media Finland’s leading conference for music, entertainment and events sectors. More information |
| 23.10. | Kaija Koo – Tuuleen piirretyt vuodet Kaija Koo, one of the most iconic performers in Finnish music, is celebrating 40 years in the business this year and will be performing at the Nokia Arena. |
| 24.10. | Mansen tähdet A concert featuring nearly 20 artists and the Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra at the Nokia Arena. |
| 29.10.-1.11. | Tampere Jazz Happening The flagship of Finnish jazz events, Tampere Jazz Happening brings together the leading Finnish and international names in modern jazz, as well as the trailblazers of the future. More information |
| 6.-7.11. | Lauri Haav presents No Haav No Love Lauri Haav’s biggest concert performance to date at the Nokia Arena. |
| 14.11. | Isac Elliot – the Mansion Finnish pop superstar Isac Elliot takes over Nokia Arena this autumn. |
| 9.-15.11. | Kirjalitta Children’s book and literary arts festival for the whole family, aimed at inspiring children and young people to read and write for themselves. |
| 20.11. | Rokki Raikaa -pikkujoulut A rock and metal Christmas party event held at Hakametsä Ice Hall. |
| 21.11. | Vauhti Kiihtyy -pikkujoulut A music event that combines festive pre-Christmas atmosphere with Finnish pop and rock music. |
| 28.-29.11. | Tampere Book Festival Pirkanmaa’s biggest celebration of literature and culture at Tampere Hall. |
Sports events
| 10.-17.9. | CEV EuroVolley 2026 Men’s European Volleyball Championships are held at Nokia Arena. More information |
| 13.9. | Tampere Marathon City marathon in the heart of Tampere. More information |
| 10.-13.12. | Men’s Floorball World Championships Reigning world champion Finland takes on the top floorball nations on home court. More information |
Fairs and exhibitions
| 29.9.-1.10. | Alihankinta 2026 The Nordic’s largest industrial event brings together nearly 29,000 professionals, the latest innovations and the key topics. More information |
| 10.-11.10. | Lemmikki Tampere & Horse Event Lemmikki Tampere and the new Horse Event bring together under one roof pet owners, horse and animal enthusiasts, competitions, experts, an exciting programme. |
| 24.-25.10. | Gluten-Free Life Fair 2026 At Tampere Hall, you can discover the latest gluten-free products and enjoy tastings from the industry’s top exhibitors! |
| 13.-15.11. | Finnish Craft & Design The largest arts and crafts fair in Europe, Finnish Craft and Design Fair showcases the latest trends in the field, highlights talented artisans and honors the continuation of crafting traditions. More information |
| 21.-22.11. | Kotae Expo An event focusing on Japanese and Korean popular culture, held at the Tampere Sports & Expo. Further information |
Other interesting events
| 4.-6.9. | Nokia Saunoo A unique event celebrating Finnish sauna culture and inviting both locals and visitors to discover a variety of sauna experiences around Nokia. |
| 6.-26.9. | Tampere Photo Festival An event for all photography enthusiasts. The event offers amateur photographers accessible yet inspiring experiences across the city. |
| 17.-20.9. | International Grand Market Market features entrepreneurs from over 30 different countries and numerous regions across Finland, showcasing their speciality products. In addition to food and delicacies, the market has also handicrafts, textiles and much more. More information |
| 18.9.-4.10. | Plevna Oktoberfest During Plevna’s traditional Oktoberfest you can enjoy the brewery’s own beers, festive food and live music. |
| 1.-4.10. | Tampere Day Tampere Day celebrations take place every year on the first day of October and the weekend closest to that date. The events are organised by the City of Tampere and numerous organisations across the city. More information |
| 2.-4.10. | Tampere Fish Fair Twice a year Laukontori is filled with delicious produce and the aromas of fish delicacies. |
Visit Tampere is not responsible for changes. Please check the event organiser’s own channels for the latest information.
