ARMAS Festival

Seven Dog Brothers, an adventure play for all ages
Tue 17.3. at 12:00
Seinäjoki City Theatre, Alvar Aallonkatu 12, Seinäjoki

Mauri Kunnas’s canine interpretation of Aleksis Kivi’s beloved classic takes the large stage by storm! We celebrate ageing by offering coffee and a bun to everyone who buys a pensioner ticket to the performance.

Paid event. Tickets €33 (pensioners). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 010 416 2600.

In addition, the theatre restaurant’s tasty lunch buffet for pensioners at the ARMAS price €9.60 (regular €12.60). Served on weekdays Mon–Fri at 10:30–13:30. Offer valid for the entire ARMAS festival.

Painting a Feel-Good Stone
Tue 17.3. at 14:00–15:00
Toimintojentalo, Kasperinviita 13, Seinäjoki

Paint your own “Feel-Good Stone”. Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 044 425 5777

Short Story Circle
Tue 17.3. at 18:00–19:00
Nurmo Library, Nurmo Hall, Nurmontie 7, Nurmo

Come listen to short stories and, if you wish, bring your own handicraft project. Coffee and tea served! Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 06 416 7394

Culture Wednesday: Making juggling balls
Wed 18.3. at 13:00–14:00
Art and Culture Centre Kalevan Navetta, Pedatila Itikka, 2nd floor. Nyykoolinkatu 25, Seinäjoki.

We make juggling balls from balloons, rice and plastic wrap. Necessary materials are provided on site. At the end we will try the basics of juggling together.

Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 044 418 1807.

Coffee Get-Together, Ylistaro
Wed 18.3. at 13:00–14:30
Ylistaro Library, Kaukolanraitti 5, Ylistaro

A communal sing-along led by the Impivaara Old´s accordion group. Free of charge, coffee fee €2 (cash). More information: tel. 040 661 6980.

Theme Wednesday at the Hospital Museum
Wed 18.3. at 16:30
Hospital Museum, Björkenheimin puistotie 2, T/D building, Seinäjoki

Health care counsellor Saara Ijäs talks about the history of intensive care in Finland. Coffee served. Museum open 12:00–18:00. Free of charge. More information: tel. 044 754 1651.

The Great Wrath – an era of terror 300 years ago
Wed 18.3. at 17:30–18:30
Main Library Apila, Jaaksi Hall, Alvar Aallon katu 14, Seinäjoki

Author Anneli Kanto has written the libretto for Ilmajoki Music Festival’s opera Isoviha 1713–1721. Kanto talks about the Great Wrath and writing an opera libretto in the Jaaksi Hall of Seinäjoki Main Library. Doors open at 17:15 and space is available for the first 90 attendees.

Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 06 416 2317.

Film evening
Wed 18.3 at 18:00
Nurmo Library, Nurmo Hall, Nurmontie 7, Nurmo

A film completed in 2025 will be screened at the event. More information about the film is available from Nurmo Library or the library’s social channels. Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 06 416 7394.

The Perfect Wedding, a fast-paced comedy
Thu 19.3. at 12:00
Seinäjoki City Theatre, Alvar Aallonkatu 12, Seinäjoki

Comedy lovers can expect laugh-out-loud misunderstandings, farcical speed and even dangerous situations in this love-filled farce! We celebrate ageing by offering coffee and a bun to everyone who buys a pensioner ticket to the performance.

Paid event. Tickets €41 (pensioners). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 010 416 2600.

In addition, the theatre restaurant’s tasty lunch buffet for pensioners at the ARMAS price €9.60 (regular €12.60). Served on weekdays Mon–Fri at 10:30–13:30. Offer valid for the entire ARMAS festival.

The Woman in Black, a British suspense play
Thu 19.3. at 12:15
Seinäjoki City Theatre, Alvar Aallonkatu 12, Seinäjoki

Based on Susan Hill’s novel, this good old ghost story is set at the end of the Victorian era. We celebrate ageing by offering coffee and a bun to everyone who buys a pensioner ticket to the performance.

Paid event. Tickets €38 (pensioners). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 010 416 2600.

In addition, the theatre restaurant’s tasty lunch buffet for pensioners at the ARMAS price €9.60 (regular €12.60). Served on weekdays Mon–Fri at 10:30–13:30. Offer valid for the entire ARMAS festival.

Encaustic painting at Olotila
Thu 19.3. at 13:00–14:00
Nurmo Olotila, Valkiavuorentie 2, Nurmo.

Come and try easy and surprising encaustic painting with colorful beeswax! Necessary materials and two irons are provided on site. The art workshop is led by cultural instructor Jenni Timonen.

Free of charge. More information: tel. 044 418 1807.

Spring daytime dance event
Thu 19.3. at 15:00–17:00
Toimintojentalo, Kasperinviita 13, Seinäjoki

Daytime dance event, music by Maikki and the Fine Ones. Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 044 425 5777

Poetry and music performance: Why wouldn’t I give wings to longing…
Thu 19.3. at 17:00–18:00
Main Library Apila, Jaaksi Hall, Alvar Aallon katu 14, Seinäjoki

The RunoSet group’s performance contains longing for past and future days, with themes of closeness and loneliness, humour and the challenges of everyday life alternating across mental landscapes. The performance aims to convey everyday choices, letting go and hope, bringing people closer through poetry.

Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 06 416 2317.

Calm Before the Storm concert
Thu 19.3. at 18:00
Seinäjoki Hall, Kalevankatu 25, Seinäjoki

Performers: Seinäjoki City Orchestra, Vaasa City Orchestra, Otto Antikainen (violin), Jukka Iisakkila (conductor). Before the concert at 17:30 a prelude by the Etelä-Pohjanmaa Music Institute in the upper lobby of Seinäjoki Hall.

Paid event. Tickets €25 (adult), €20 (pensioner/unemployed). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 044 7679 070.

The Woman in Black, a British suspense play
Fri 20.3. at 12:15
Seinäjoki City Theatre, Alvar Aallonkatu 12, Seinäjoki

Based on Susan Hill’s novel, this good old ghost story is set at the end of the Victorian era. We celebrate ageing by offering coffee and a bun to everyone who buys a pensioner ticket to the performance.

Paid event. Tickets €38 (pensioners). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 010 416 2600.

In addition, the theatre restaurant’s tasty lunch buffet for pensioners at the ARMAS price €9.60 (regular €12.60). Served on weekdays Mon–Fri at 10:30–13:30. Offer valid for the entire ARMAS festival.

Rata Workers, guided discussion
Fri 20.3. at 13:00
South Ostrobothnia Museum, Törnäväntie 23, Seinäjoki

An exhibition about the history of Finnish railway builders, Ratajätkät. Coffee served. Free of charge. More information: tel. 06 416 2648.

Niskavuori’s Heta, a Finnish classic play
Sat 21.3. at 13:00
Seinäjoki City Theatre, Alvar Aallonkatu 12, Seinäjoki

Heta, written by Hella Wuolijoki in 1950, tells the story of a strong-willed farm daughter. Heta is part of the magnificent Niskavuori play series — one of the cornerstones of Finnish theatre, a work that still speaks to audiences. We celebrate ageing by offering coffee and a bun to everyone who buys a pensioner ticket to the performance.

Paid event. Tickets €38 (pensioners). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 010 416 2600.

Discussion event about Hella Wuolijoki
Sat 21.3. at 16:00
Seinäjoki City Theatre, Alvar Aallonkatu 12, Seinäjoki

Guest speaker Erkki Tuomioja. Tuomioja is — in addition to holding a doctorate in political science, being docent of political history, a former Member of Parliament and minister — also the playwright’s grandson.

Tuomioja will be interviewed by artistic director Juha Luukkonen. You may also ask your own question during the open and free event.

Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 010 416 2600.

Niskavuori’s Heta, a Finnish classic play
Sat 21.3. at 18:00
Seinäjoki City Theatre, Alvar Aallonkatu 12, Seinäjoki

Heta, written by Hella Wuolijoki in 1950, tells the story of a strong-willed farm daughter. Heta is part of the magnificent Niskavuori play series — one of the cornerstones of Finnish theatre, a work that still speaks to audiences. We celebrate ageing by offering coffee and a bun to everyone who buys a pensioner ticket to the performance.

Paid event. Tickets €38 (pensioners). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 010 416 2600.

Knit Café
Mon 23.3. at 17:30–19:00
Tammi Café, Seinäjoki Adult Education Centre, Kalevankatu 33, Seinäjoki

Our knit café has met monthly since autumn 2025 and now holds an open house once. You can join to continue knitting an unfinished project or start a new one! On this occasion teacher Miia Mäki-Ikola will also talk about the intarsia technique. Coffee and tea are available for the first 30 participants.

Free of charge. The Citizens’ Campus has an accessible entrance 8 (door B2) on the river-facing wall, opposite the SeAMK Campus Building/Seinäjoki Hall. More information: tel. 06 416 2440.

Fly My Song Fly – concert
Wed 25.3. at 11:30–12:30
Swimming Hall-Sports House, Kirkkokatu 15, Seinäjoki

The Fly My Song Fly communal singing concert is part of Seinäjoki schools’ cultural education plan (the Culture Trip), gathering 3rd-graders from all Seinäjoki primary schools to sing together. The event includes nearly 800 singers. They are accompanied by orchestras made up of students from the Etelä-Pohjanmaa Music Institute: First Wind Band, String Ensemble, Tulikipuna and the Teachers’ Band.

Free of charge. Accessible entrance. The event is intended for people aged 65 and over. Admission tickets are distributed at the Swimming Hall-Sports House lobby information point on the event day at 11:00–11:30. Places for the first 100. More information: tel. 044 418 1807.

District history through architecture – guided tour
Wed 25.3. at 13:00
Hospital Museum, Björkenheimin puistotie 2, Seinäjoki

Guided tour and coffee served. Free of charge. More information: tel. 044 754 1651.

Hiking in Halliska
Wed 25.3. at 14:00–15:30

NOTE! Joint departure from Toimintojentalo at 13:30. Toimintojentalo, Kasperinviita 13, Seinäjoki

Sausage and juice served. Weather permitting. Free of charge. More information: tel. 044 425 5777

K65 Creative movement and the joy of circus
Thu 26.3. at 10:00–11:00

Seinäjoki Adult Education Centre, Lämppäri, F121 Sakari Hall, Puskantie 40, Seinäjoki. The Lämppäri building is located between the old central dental clinic and Marttila stable, a low white building.

Welcome to move creatively! The course introduces different circus props, balance exercises and offers fun in a relaxed atmosphere. Feel-good exercises develop, among other things, balance, movement and expressiveness. No prior circus experience is needed. The group, aimed at those over 65, meets a total of 7 times. The introductory session on 26.3. is open and free for everyone, after which you can continue with the paid course. The full course price is €15. More information: tel. 044 418 1807.

Easter outdoors checkpoints
Thu 26.3. at 13:00
South Ostrobothnia Museum, Törnäväntie 23, Seinäjoki

Guided participatory tour. Coffee served. Free of charge. More information: tel. 06 416 2648.

Encaustic painting in Untamala
Thu 26.3. at 13:00–14:00
Untamala community house, Kosolantie 45, Ylistaro

Come and try easy and surprising encaustic painting wih colorful beeswax! Necessary materials and two irons are provided on site. The art workshop is led by cultural instructor Jenni Timonen. Coffee for participants is offered by the Untamala diaconia circle. Free of charge. Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 044 418 1807.

Coffee Get-Together in Koura
Thu 26.3. at 13:30–15:00
Koura Sports Hall, Kourantie 583, Nurmo

A communal sing-along led by the Impivaara Old´s accordion group. Free of charge, coffee fee €2 (cash). More information: tel. 040 661 6980.

Friday Online meeting: Rata Workers – guided tour
Fri 27.3. at 13:00–14:00

In the online meeting we will experience the Ratajätkät exhibition at the South Ostrobothnia Museum. The exhibition tells the history of Finnish railway builders. You can participate in the meeting with any device that has an internet connection. You can register by calling the cultural instructor at 044 418 1807. A direct link to the meeting will be published at www.seinajoki.fi/perjantaitreffit.
Free of charge. More information: tel. 044 418 1807.

St John Passion
Sat 28.3. at 15:00
Lakeuden Risti Church, Koulukatu 24, 60100 Seinäjoki

Johann Sebastian Bach’s ever-wonderful passion returns to Seinäjoki when the Seinäjoki City Orchestra performs the work at Lakeuden Risti together with the Kallio Cantata Choir and soloists. The collaboration with the Kallio Cantata Choir that began two years ago thus continues.

Paid event. Tickets €30 (adults), €25 (pensioners/unemployed). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 044 7679 070

Coffee Get-Together for older people in Jouppi
Mon 30.3. at 12:00–13:30
Jouppi Clubhouse, Jouppilantie 23, Seinäjoki

A communal sing-along led by the Impivaara Old´s accordion group. Free of charge, coffee fee €2 (cash). More information: tel. 040 661 6980.

Coffee Get-Together for those recently retired in Jouppi
Mon 30.3. at 14:00–15:30
Jouppi Clubhouse, Jouppilantie 23, Seinäjoki

A communal sing-along led by the Impivaara Old´s accordion group. Free of charge, coffee fee €2 (cash). More information: tel. 040 661 6980.

Coffee Get-Together for older people in Peräseinäjoki
Tue 31.3. at 13:00–14:30
Peräseinäjoki Terästalo, Keikulinkuja 1, Peräseinäjoki

Lecture: The Heroes’ Dead — the Price of Our Freedom, lecturer Timo Fors. Free of charge, coffee fee €2 (cash). Accessible entrance. More information: tel. 040 661 6980.