Kirpilä Art Collection as a Helsinki Pride 2026 Community Partner

We are proud to take part in Helsinki Pride 2026 as a community partner.

This year’s theme, Growing with Pride, highlights that every child and young person has the right to grow up in peace and become their authentic self. At Kirpilä Art Collection, we support this by providing an open, safe, and inclusive space for all.

During Pride Week, we present two queer-themed guided tours that explore the collection through an LGBTQIA+ lens. The tours are led by Antti Solin. In addition, riot pop artist Elsi Sloan will perform at Kirpilä.

Programme:

Wed 24 June, 5–6 pm
Elsi Sloan: Lesbioosi (in Finnish)
Free admission. Advance registration opens on the event page on 10 June at 10 am.

Thu 25 June, 5–6 pm
Queer tour (in Finnish)
Free admission, no registration required.

Sun 28 June, 2:30–3:30 pm
Queer tour (in English)
Free admission, no registration required.

Helsinki Pride Week takes place from 22 to 28 June.

Explore the official Helsinki Pride 2026 programme here.