Events in Tampere region summer 2026
Tampere is known for its events. In this article, we have gathered a list of the most interesting events this summer.
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 |
| 28.7.-2.8. | Fest Afrika Festival brings together concerts, workshops and African culture. More information |
| 1.8. | Manserock Stadionilla The greatest Manserock line-up of all time performs at Tammela Stadium. |
| 3.-9.8. | Tampre Theatre Festival The oldest and the largest professional theatre festival in the Nordic countries. More information |
| 6.-8.8. | Eppu Normaali: Kaikki häipyy, on vain nyt Eppu Normaali’s farewell tour culminates at Ratina Stadium. |
| 7.-8.8. | Tampere City Festival A diverse festival at the Tampere Sports & Expo. |
| 8.8. | Park Concert Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra and Tampere Hall, will host the traditional Park Concert at Sorsapuisto in Tampere, which is completely free. More information |
| 9.8. | Supersunnuntai Festival Festival for the whole family held at Tampere Sports and Expo. |
| 11.8. | Allsång i Tammerfors -Sing-along event A traditional Nordic sing-along evening at Tallipiha, led by 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. |
| 21.-22.8. | Blockfest The biggest hip-hop festival in the Nordic countries. |
| 21.-22.8. | 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. |
Sports events
| 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. |
Exhibitions
| 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 |
| 27.6.-9.8. | Game on! -Summer Exhibition This interactive exhibition at Tampere Hall explores the history and present day of video games through play. Further information |
| 14.6.-31.8. | Mänttä Art Festival Finland’s largest summer exhibition of contemporary art. More information |
Other interesting events
| 10.6.-9.8. | Housing Fair in Lempäälä A modern, compact urban residential area will be built in the Saikka area of Lempäälä, with contemporary, sustainable housing at its core. More information |
| 2.8. | Hämeenpuisto Puistofiesta Event for the whole family which fills Hämeenpuisto boulevard with fun experiences, activities and a varied stage programme. More information |
| 8.8. | Moomin – the Grand Celebration Day This free event is full of Moomin-themed activities for the whole family. 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.
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