Events in Tampere region summer 2026

Published: 30.7.2026 Edited: 11.8.2026

Festivals and music events

13.6.-16.8.	Finlayson Art Area One of Finland’s largest visual arts event.
28.7.-1.8.	Mänttä Music Festival An international festival at Serlachius for lovers of piano music. More information
11.8.	Allsång i Tammerfors -Sing-along event A traditional Nordic sing-along evening at Tallipiha, led by the legendary Mikko Alatalo.
13.-16.8.	Pyynikki-ilmiö Concerts Pyynikki-ilmiö features famous Finnish artists and exceptional performers
14.8.	Hei me lauletaan! -Sing-along event The happiest community sing-along event of the year held at Särkänniemi. More information
14.-15.8.	SaariHelvetti Festival A festival focusing on rock and metal music, held on Viikinsaari island.
21.-22.8.	Blockfest Festival The biggest hip-hop festival in the Nordic countries.
21.-22.8.	Festival Festival An atmospheric festival held in the surroundings of Pyynikki.
23.8.	Särkkä Rap Festival Särkänniemi, Blockfest, and Ricky Rapper are joining forces for the new Särkkä Rap event. More information
29.8.	Glow Festival Finland’s biggest gospel music festival at the Nokia Arena. More information
28.-29.8.	Vauhti Kiihtyy Festival A festival held at the Hakametsä Ice Hall.
28.-29.8.	Waltikan Venetsialaiset Festival Festival celebrates the end of the summer cottage and boating season featuring Finnish artists.

31.7.-2.8.	Kuninkuusravit – Royal Races Finland’s biggest harness racing event taking place at Teivo race track. More information
29.8.	YouTube Allstars Football Match Presented by NikojaSanttu and Roni Back: the YouTube Allstars football match at Tammela Stadium.

27.6.-	Anish Kapoor One of the world’s most significant contemporary artists brings his paintings to Serlachius, which explore eternal questions, and a new monumental sculpture. More information
14.6.-31.8.	Mänttä Art Festival Finland’s largest summer exhibition of contemporary art. More information

18.-22.8.	Tamperrada Pinxto Festival Finland’s largest restaurant festival, where restaurants showcase their finest culinary creations by serving small tasting portions known as pinxtos.
22.8.	Hiedanranta Garden Party This free summer-season closing festival for the whole family offers music, performances, children’s activities, art, dance, circus acts and a glimpse into a sustainable neighbourhood of the future. More information
29.8.	Viikinsaaren Venetsialaiset Festival Finland’s most spectacular end-of-summer festival takes place on Viikinsaari island, just a 20-minute boat ride from Laukontori.
29.8.	Elomarkkinat at Tallipiha Browse vintage finds, recycled goods, handmade products and delicious treats to enjoy on site or take home.

You can find more interesting events in the City of Tampere’s events calendar.

Visit Tampere is not responsible for any changes. Please check the event organizers’ own channels for the latest information.