Finland Festivals
Look no further for the best experiences, surprises, encounters, phenomena, magic and quality –you will find the finest festivals in Finland!
Finland Festivals is a collaboration forum for Finland’s leading cultural events, with nearly one hundred affiliated events including multi-arts festivals and specialist events for concert and vocal music, chamber music, jazz, folk music and culture, pop/rock, dance, theatre and literature, and visual art.
This festival is one of the world’s most extraordinary regular events for filmmakers and their public. Founded by Aki and Mika Kaurismäki and Peter von Bagh, and now in its 25th season, this unique celebration will bring leading Finnish and international filmmakers and their works to the magical surroundings and everlasting sunshine of the Lapland summer.
Sata-Häme soi (Link to another website.) (Opens New Window)29.6.–4.7.2010
This major festival of accordion music invigorates the idyllic landscapes of Ikaalinen with international colour, the charm of dance, the excitement of competition, memorable concerts and a genuinely Finnish accordion atmosphere.
Savonlinna Opera Festival(Link to another website.) (Opens New Window) 2.–31.7.2010
Olavinlinna castle will provide a superb setting for a new production of Tosca, with Artist of the Year Kristin Lewis in the title role. Our own productions of Madama Butterfly, Carmen and Lucia di Lammermoor will also return for another season. The visiting opera house in 2010 will be the Royal Swedish Opera with productions of The Marriage of Figaro and Elektra.
Kuhmo Chamber Music Festival(Link to another website.) (Opens New Window) 11.–24.7.2010
Leading chamber musicians will transfix the town of Kuhmo in Eastern Finland this July. A skilfully designed festival programme, inimitable concerts, beautiful surroundings and sunlit nights will open the senses to new and sublime delights.
The landscapes of Lake Tuusula form the crucible of the Finnish cultural world, providing the backdrop for a unique journey through the wonders of living chamber music. Artistic Director Pekka Kuusisto is expecting several leading musicians to take up his invitation to perform at the festival, as in previous years. We cannot guarantee that everything you hear will be safe and familiar, but open-minded audiences can rest assured of satisfaction.
Tampere Theatre Festival(Link to another website.) (Opens New Window) 2.–8.8.2010
This spectacular event is one of Europe’s most important festivals of professional theatre, serving as a display window for the finest Finnish and international productions. The top class festival programme will include 21st century drama, classics, performances, dance and street theatre.
Turku Music Festival(Link to another website.) (Opens New Window) 12.–20.8.2010
Under the capable guidance of its new Artistic Director Topi Lehtipuu, this versatile city festival will once again provide top class music for a wide range of tastes, including major orchestral concerts, chamber music, recitals, jazz, and concerts for children. All concert venues are in the city centre. Performers will be leading Finnish and international artists.
Finland’s largest arts festival will once again provide a diverse programme of events throughout the city, with experiences ranging from classical to world music and pop, from drama to contemporary dance, and from visual art to film and children’s events. We hereby invite and encourage you to lose yourself in the Night of the Arts or get carried away with our fringe programme. This is a festival that brings the arts to everyone!
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