The project Helsinki-Uusimaa Cultural Market is improving the equal availability of culture and the employment of artists and freelancers in creative industry. All 26 regional municipalities are taking part in the project.
Cultural Market was in September
The Helsinki-Uusimaa Cultural Market was held for the second time at the Helsinki Music Centre on Tuesday 23 September 2025 as part of the Helsinki-Uusimaa Culture Forum.
Representatives for the cultural services in the municipalities were present at Musiikkitalo, as well as project partners. They gave information about various possibilities for education, funding and projects in the creative industry. The Culture Bank, which will expand to almost nationwide in September, was also present on the market.
Municipality purchase announcements have been published
In the purchase announcements, municipalities state what kind of cultural services they want to purchase for this or next year. 15 municipalities in Uusimaa submitted announcements by the deadline. The announcements can be viewed on the project website until the end of November, but the deadline for bids for some expired in October.
- Inhabitants 4 700
- Swedish-speaking 3,9 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 3,2 %
Contact information: Keth Strömdahl, keth.stromdahl@askola.fi, 040 7109 004
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- Inhabitants 318 000
- Swedish-speaking: 6,4 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 23,6 %
Register for cultural operators
The City of Espoo purchases services for cultural education models aimed at the city’s children and youth, cultural services for the elderly, and the Espoo Hobby Path, which implements the “Hobbies in Finland” model in Espoo, through dynamic supplier registries.
It is possible to apply to the registries approximately once a year. You can sign up for our mailing list below if you wish to receive up-to-date information by email about applying to the registries.
More information: www.espoo.fi/en/hobbypath(You are transferring to another service), www.espoo.fi/en/culture-chain(You are transferring to another service),www.espoo.fi/en/culture-path(You are transferring to another service)
- Inhabitants 7 800
- Swedish-speaking 52,6 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 4,6 %
Contact information: Silvia di Iorio, silvia.di.iorio@hanko.fi, 040 135 0567
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- Inhabitants 680 000
- Swedish-speaking 5,5 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 17,3 %
Events for Kalasatama
The City of Helsinki is seeking events for Kalasatama through a call for tenders. Events are part of the Kalasatama environmental art project, which aims to improve residents’ comfort during the long construction phase.
Last year, the available sum was approximately €50,000. In 2026, the available amount will be specified at the beginning of the year, but the intention is once again to fund events, performances, as well as cultural and art projects that enliven the Kalasatama residential area, increase the area’s attractiveness, and promote community spirit.
More details about the call for tenders will be updated on the Kalasatama website at the beginning of 2026 (in Finnish). Information about the call for tenders will also be shared in the partnership newsletter published by the Culture Partnership Unit (in Finnish and Swedish only).
More information: petri.hoppula@hel.fi and silja.nummi@hel.fi
- Inhabitants 47 000
- Swedish-speaking 0,7 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 7,8 %
Program for persons with a migrant background
Language: Multilingual or non-verbal
Budget: 1000 €, only electrical bills accepted
More information: Merja Nummi, merja.nummi@hyvinkaa.fi, 040 836 8028 or www.hyvinkaa.fi/museokeskus-taika(You are transferring to another service)
- Inhabitants 5 400
- Swedish-speaking 51,6 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 5,2 %
Contact information: Marko Vaappo, marko.vaappo@inkoo.fi, 040 835 5922
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- Inhabitants 46 700
- Swedish-speaking 1 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 6,8 %
Contact information: Heidi Jäntti, kulttuuri@jarvenpaa.fi,
040 315 2201
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- Inhabitants 8 500
- Swedish-speaking 0,8 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 8,9 %
Performing Arts for Outdoor Event
The Cultural Services of the City of Karkkila is looking for performances suitable for the whole family to be presented at the Karkkila Iron Days in summer 2026.
We are seeking performances for two sub-events of Iron Days:
- Iron Days Market Event: The event has a stage for musical performances, but performances may also spread more widely throughout the market area.
- World Championships of Cast-Iron Frying Pan Tennis in the Riverside Park: We are looking for performances that engage with the audience and can flexibly adapt to different environments.
Language: Finnish, multilingual or non-verbal
Budget: 3500 € in total, to be divided among several performances. The maximum fee for a single performance is 2500 €.
Notes: The service provider must have a business ID or the possibility to invoice. The invoice must include all costs related to the performance (fee, materials, travel, etc.).
More information: Mari Rautiainen, mari.rautiainen@karkkila.fi or www.karkkila.fi/rautapaivat(You are transferring to another service)
- Inhabitants 10 200
- Swedish-speaking 30,7 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 9,9 %
Contact information: kulttuuripalvelut@kauniainen.fi
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- Inhabitants 38 300
- Swedish-speaking 1,2 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 13,5 %
Contact information: Mari Kronström, mari.kronstrom@kerava.fi, 040 318 2009
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- Inhabitants 41 500
- Swedish-speaking 15 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 12 %
Performing arts presentation for libraries
Kirkkonummi municipal is looking for performing arts production at the main library Fyyri as well as the Veikkola and Masala branch libraries, as part of the Kirkkonummi Cultural Wednesday concept in 2026.
Language: Bilingual (Finnish/Swedish) or nonverbal
Budgtet: 2 400 €
More information: Anna Keto, Kulturproducent, anna.keto@kirkkonummi.fi, 040 183 5440
- Inhabitants 2 500
- Swedish-speaking 29,8 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 6,6 %
Contact information: Reija Ylikauppila, reija.ylikauppila@lapinjarvi.fi, 044 755 6037
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- Inhabitants 45 800
- Swedish-speaking 3,5 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 5,2 %
Contact information: Sara Ertek, sara.ertek@lohja.fi,
044 362 1130
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- Inhabitants 14 500
- Swedish-speaking 39,4 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 4,8 %
Programs for the Children’s Culture Weeks
The Cultural Services of the City of Loviisa are looking for programs for the Children’s Culture Weeks 2026. We are seeking performances or program packages suitable for children of various age groups. The program should be easy to implement in different locations throughout Loviisa – both in the city center and in the villages. We welcome performances that do not require large spaces or complex technical setups, but can be flexibly presented in a variety of environments.
Language: Finnish and Swedish
Budget: Up to 1000 €
More information: Jahkob Tjäder, jahkob.tjader@loviisa.fi, 040 751 7449 or www.loviisa.fi/kulttuuri(You are transferring to another service)
- Inhabitants 1700
- Swedish-speaking 9 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 3,7 %
Memorable experiences for local residents
The Municipality of Myrskylä wants to offer memorable experiences to all our residents and visitors. It organizes three events during the year:
- Opening of Myrskylä Summer in May
- Holy Night – Night of the Arts in August–September
- Christmas Market in November–December
We are looking for proposals, which can either be one larger concept or several smaller activities within the events we already organize. Get in touch with us and share your ideas.
Budget: 1000€
More information: Jaana Keisala, jaana.keisala@myrskyla.fi, 040 596 9856
- Inhabitants 21 000
- Swedish-speaking 0,8 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 4,1 %
Cultural programs for children
The city of Mäntsälä is lookin for cultural programs for children for the year 2026 and potential partners or programs for cultural education.
More information: Tarja Kuusela, Cultural Producer, tarja.kuusela@mantsala.fi, 040 314 5397
- Inhabitants 45 000
- Swedish-speaking 1,2 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 6,4 %
Contact information: Jenni Välilä, kulttuuri@nurmijarvi.fi, 040 317 2520
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- Inhabitants 5 000
- Swedish-speaking 2,3 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 3,8 %
Music performance for adults
Pornainen muncipality is purchasing a music performance for the beginning of 2026. The target group is adults and seniors.
Budget: Max 1000 €, invoice
More information: Mari Ahokas, mari.ahokas@pornainen.fi, 040 174 5005
- Inhabitants 52 000
- Swedish-speaking 27 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 9 %
A performance for immigrant families
Language: Multilingual or non-verbal
Notes: The compensation is paid against an invoice. The service provider must have a business ID (FO-nummer), the compensation is not paid against a tax card. The invoice must include all costs arising from the performance (compensation, materials, travel, technology). The invoice is addressed to the City of Porvoo.
More information: Eveliina Ripatti, eveliina.ripatti@porvoo.fi, 040 352 2915 or www.porvoo.fi/kulttuuri(You are transferring to another service)
- Inhabitants 1 800
- Swedish-speaking 0,8 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 3 %
Ideas for cultural offerings
The municipality of Pukkila wants to give artists the opportunity to come up with ideas and is happy to receive proposals for different target groups and events in different seasons. You may propose either one larger activity/event or one or several smaller events.
More information: Sanna Saarenkoski, sanna.saarenkoski@pukkila.fi, 040 7522 045
- Inhabitants 27 000
- Swedish-speaking 64 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 5,1 %
Cultural activities for the elderly on tour
The City of Raseborg is looking for program proposals for cultural activities for the elderly at the end of 2025. The program is expected to be carried out as a tour at 8–12 service points. The price of the program proposal should be stated in €/service point.
Language: Primarily bilingual programs in Swedish and Finnish
Notes: The compensation will be paid against an invoice. The service provider must have a business ID (FO-nummer); compensation will not be paid against a tax card. The invoice must include all costs arising from the performance (compensation, materials, travel, technical expenses). The invoice shall be addressed to the City of Raseborg / Cultural Services.
More information: Sanna Himmelroos, sanna.himmelroos@raseborg, 019 289 2780
- Inhabitants 22 800
- Swedish-speaking 28,8 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 6,1 %
A performance for immigrant families and their youth
Language: Multilingual or non-verbal
Notes: The compensation is paid against an invoice. The service provider must have a business ID (FO-nummer), the compensation is not paid against a tax card. The invoice must include all costs arising from the performance (compensation, materials, travel, technology). The invoice is addressed to the Municipality of Sipoo.
More information: Pi Viana, kulturproducent, pi.viana@sipoo.fi or www.sipoo.fi/kulttuuri(You are transferring to another service)
- Inhabitants 6 200
- Swedish-speaking 26,4 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 7,3 %
Low-threshold art and cultural performances for all ages
Siuntio municipality is looking for low-threshold art and cultural performances for all ages, with a focus on children and youth.
Language: Bilingual performances in Finnish and Swedish or non-verbal performances
Budget: 3000 €
More information: Teemu Korpijärvi, teemu.korpijarvi@siuntio.fi, 044 386 1507
- Inhabitants 42 000
- Swedish-speaking 1,4 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 7 %
Performing arts presentation for fifth graders
The City of Tuusula is looking for A performing arts production for 5th graders as part of the cultural education plan Kultsu. The performance will tour three municipal centers in early spring 2026.
Language: Finnish or non-verbal
Budget: 5 000 €
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More information: Aurora Salomaa, aurora.salomaa@tuusula.fi, 040 314 3435 or www.tuusula.fi/kulttuuri(You are transferring to another service), www.kulttuurikasvatussuunnitelma.fi(You are transferring to another service)
- Inhabitants 249 000
- Swedish-speaking 2,2 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 24,8 %
Program for cultural elderly work
The City of Vantaa is looking for program offers for cultural elderly work in 2026.
Language: Primarily Finnish-language
More information: Terho Valkonen, ohjelmatarjoukset@vantaa.fi or www.vantaa.fi/en/culture-senior-citizens(You are transferring to another service)
- Inhabitants 29 000
- Swedish-speaking 1,7 %
- Inhabitants speaking a foreign language 6,3 %
Contact information: Kaarle Ranta, kaarle.ranta@vihti.fi, 044 767 4627
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Cultural experiences for sense-impaired and multi-handicapped persons
We are looking for cultural activities for the disabled at the end of 2o25; for the daytine activity unit at the wellbeing services county of East Uusimaa. Clients at the daytime unit are sense-impaired and multi-handicapped persons who cannot for instance take part in cultural activities offered by municipalities or adult education centres on their own. Instead of doing, the cultural wellbeing of this target group is an experience and its reachability – despite functional limitations. Clients can, for instance, enjoy music or sensory experiences related to nature.
We wish for an activity in small groups at the daytime unit in Tommola, Porvoo (Teollisuuskatu 21). It can take place once, or several times in connection to daytime activities at the end of 2025. The daytime activity unit has about 20 ckients, The personnel will also participate, and we hope this activity will offer them welbeing, as well as meaningfulness and competence to carry on with these or similar activities after these original events. We wish the clients will feel well after cultural experiences and that they can participate in them on equal terms.
Budget: Open
Notes: The compensation will be paid against an invoice. The invoice must include all costs arising from the activity (the required cost centre information will be given separately to selected service producers). The service producer must have a business ID (FO-number).
More information: Anni Poltinora-Salonen, anni.poltinora-salonen@itauusimaa.fi tai www.itauusimaa.fi/paiva-ja-tyotoiminta-vammaisille(You are transferring to another service)
The project Helsinki-Uusimaa Cultural Market improving availability of culture
The project Helsinki-Uusimaa Cultural Market is improving the equal availability of culture and the employment of artists and freelancers in creative industry. All 26 regional municipalities are taking part in the project.
About a third of the population in Finland lives in the Helsinki-Uusimaa Region. The majority of professionals in the creative industry of our country works here. Increasing the equal availability of culture and improving the employment of cultural professionals make our region more vital. Consequently, this leads to a better wellbeing and participation of the inhabitants.
As part of the project, webinars and a Cultural Market Event will be organized in the fall of 2024 and 2025. This project aims at finding new ways for municipalities and cultural actors to cooperate and act. In this way, versatile and qualitative cultural services are possible for everyone – also after ending the project.
This project is funded by the Ministry of Education and Culture and is implemented from 1 March 2024 to 31 Dec 2025. It is carried out by the Helsinki-Uusimaa Regional Council in cooperation with the regional municipalities.
For more information, please contact:
Päivi Komsi-Karppi
Project coordinator
paivi.komsi-karppi@uudenmaanliitto.fi
Project Helsinki-Uusimaa Cultural Market
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