Jazz Finland Live

Free entry

The outdoor event WeeGee Live brings the pulse of music and the spirit of summer directly to the renewed courtyard of the WeeGee Exhibition Centre. Look forward to three free outdoor concerts that invite people of all ages to enjoy live music, a vibrant atmosphere, and sunny summer days. In August, it's time for jazz in a picnic setting. A lawn will be rolled out on WeeGee's courtyard – bring your picnic blanket!

Trumpeter-composer Verneri Pohjola has developed a unique musical voice over the past two decades. His sound radiates warmth, calm, and expressive improvisation. Helsingin Sanomat describes him as "Finland's most emotionally intelligent trumpeter."

Kaisa Mäensivu, a rising star in Finnish jazz, performs with her ensemble Kaisa's Machine – her outlet for realizing a bold musical vision.

Selma Savolainen, winner of the 2024 Emma Gala's Jazz Emma award, closes the day with her band Horror Vacui. Known for her fearless creativity and powerful voice, Savolainen's English-language compositions blend modern jazz with alternative singer-songwriter styles.

Delicatessen WeeGee will provide delicious food and drinks from their terrace and extended licensed area, with fantastic views of the stage. It's easy to combine the event with a visit to WeeGee's museums: EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art, the City Museum KAMU at WeeGee, and the Futuro House. The newly refreshed green courtyard includes a sculpture park and a playground – a perfect spot to relax.

Welcome to spend your summer with WeeGee Live!

Open event

Free entry. No age limit.

At guitarist Selim Rantapuro's weekly jazz club at Plaza Kamppi (Annanaukio 1, 00100 Helsinki), trumpeter Vid Šketa will be a special guest. Expect phenomenal dialogue between the guitar and piano. The performance starts at 19:30. 

Open event

Tickets 20 €

This year, the legendary figure of Finnish jazz, Juhani "Junnu" Aaltonen, celebrates his 90th birthday. He will be performing at the Linnajazz Club with his phenomenal ensemble: on drums is Reiska Laine, who has collaborated with Junnu since the 1960s; on double bass, the brilliant Ulf Krokfors; and on piano, the magnificent Iro Haarla. The soulful sound of the group stems from decades of experience and countless productions. This ensemble of Finnish jazz masters is known not only for their virtuosic playing but also for their powerful compositions.

Open event