Staged in Jyväskylä, Athenis Finlandiae is a fine example of a cultural happening with a difference: it combines history, art and entertainment. The themes for 2013 include Germany and the Hansa cities. Athenis Finlandiae offers a range of fresh and fascinating events that are suitable for people of all ages and which illustrate the influence of Latin and antique culture on the present day.

The programme comprises different courses, lectures, exhibitions and concerts. Carpe diem! We hope you take the opportunity to visit the Athens of Finland and enjoy this unique and multifaceted event. Further information on the Athenis Finlandiae week and a discussion forum containing a Latin glossary can be found at the following address: www.athenisfinlandiae.com

Aurelio & Garifuna Soul Band, Photo: Matti Salmi

Jyväskylä Festival puts top Finnish artists and worldfamous stars on the stage! Experience the true festival atmosphere in the centre of the city, sense it in the streets and parks. In the Events Tent the mood is electric. Dance to a variety of world music, pop and rock, or get behind your favourite stand-up comedian. A rich offering of concerts enthralls audiences in the region's impressive churches. The appeal of nonverbal theatre knows no limits. Clownery, new circus and physical theatre always serve to surprise. In Mäki-Matti family park, one of the busiest venues, there's plenty to do for the whole family - workshops, games and an exciting programme of entertainment. Let street dance carry you away - PaybackJam oozes energy, joy and skill. Check out the festival's courses, performances and spoken programme, too…

Culture flourishes in the city - festival guests are treated daily to an extensive number of free events.

[As the evenings draw in the city of Jyväskylä counters with a fabulous display of light. At the darkest time of the year dozens of permanently illuminated locations enhance the city's architectural jewels and create an atmosphere that is unique, safe and attractive to the eye.


Jyväskylä is a pioneer in Finnish urban illumination and simultaneously the international Cities of Light association's northernmost member. Skilfully designed and implemented, the city's illumination has won accolades also at the global level: Jyväskylä won the international urban illumination city.people.light. award in autumn 2009. The criteria for the competition win included ecological sustainability alongside aesthetic impression. Good design means a reduction in light pollution and savings in energy.

One of the most exciting City of Light happenings is the Light Trilogy show combining light, sound and images in a unique manner staged regularly on the facade of Jyväskylä Lyceum throughout the autumn, winter and spring. The city already has over 70 other magnificent permanently illuminated sites. The newest of these are presented during the City of Light event held every autumn.

Discover our illuminated sites on one of the guided walking tours arranged by Jyväskylä Region Tourist Information or on a go-as-you-please basis using the EventMap mobile application!

The unique Light Trilogy show combines light, sound and images in a highly appealing manner. It is staged on selected evenings in the centre of Jyväskylä during the darkest period of the year. The facade of Jyväskylä Lyceum serves as the main stage. Performances on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings.

Times:
Winter performance of Hibernation at 18.00, 19.00, 20.00, 21.00 and 22.00 (23.11.2011 - 4.2.2012)
Spring performance of Energy at 20.00, 21.00 and 22.00 (8.2.2012 - 31.3.2012)
Autumn performance of Elegy at 20.00, 21.00 and 22.00 19.9.2012 - 17.11.2012)
Winter performance of Hibernation at 18.00, 19.00, 20.00, 21.00 and 22.00 (21.11.2012 - 2.2.2013)