Taidehalli, Nuoret 2026

What: Young Artists 2026, a major group exhibition showcasing the work of 26 emerging artists under the age of 35 and offering a snapshot of a new generation of contemporary Finnish art.

When: 29 May–19 July 2026. Tuesday–Friday 11.00 am–6.00 pm, Saturday–Sunday 11.00 am–5.00 pm. Closed on Mondays.

Where: Kunsthalle Helsinki (Taidehalli), Nervanderinkatu 3, Helsinki.

Who: The exhibition features works by Onni Alanko, Tomas Aphalo, Noora El Harouny, Ronya Hirsma, Erkki Huilla, Hermanni Härmälä, Elias Langi, Katya Lesiv, Yufan Lu, Sara Manninen, Frans Nybacka, Oskar Partanen, Tommi Pasanen, Iiri Poteri, Lyy Raitala, Kristo Saarikoski, Johanna Saikkonen, Mirella Salo, Inari Sandell, Emma Sarpaniemi, Irene Suosalo, Onur Tayranoğlu, Armi Teva, Christine Valtonen, Zhiyu Xiao, and Yujie Zhou.

How: Visit Kunsthalle Helsinki during opening hours and explore the exhibition at your own pace. The exhibition brings together a wide range of artistic approaches, materials, and perspectives from some of the most promising young artists working in Finland today.

Ticket price: €20 / €12. Free admission for visitors under 18 and holders of a Museum Card.

Co-organisers: Kunsthalle Helsinki and the Artists’ Association of Finland. The artists were selected through an open call organised by the Artists’ Association of Finland.

Information: https://taidehalli.fi/en/events/young-artists-2026/

Description

Young Artists 2026 presents the work of 26 emerging artists and offers a compelling overview of what a new generation of contemporary art looks like in Finland today. Organised since 1939, the Young Artists exhibition has long served as one of the country's most significant platforms for artists under the age of 35, introducing new voices and memorable works to the Finnish art scene.

The exhibition reflects many of the questions and concerns shaping contemporary life. Across the works, visitors encounter themes of slowing down, ecological awareness, social structures, and the feeling of navigating a world filled with uncertainty and rapid change. Alongside these themes is a strong engagement with materials, experimentation, and artistic process.

Selected through a nationwide open call, the exhibition brings together artists working across a variety of media and disciplines, creating a diverse and dynamic portrait of contemporary artistic practice.

Following along

The best way to experience the exhibition is to move freely through the galleries and spend time with the works that capture your attention. The exhibition offers opportunities for both quiet contemplation and engagement with some of the most current ideas in contemporary art.

Kunsthalle Helsinki

Located in central Helsinki, Kunsthalle Helsinki is one of Finland's leading venues for contemporary art. Known for presenting ambitious exhibitions and introducing new artistic perspectives, the institution provides an ideal setting for a showcase of emerging talent.

A new generation of artists

The exhibition highlights a broad range of artistic practices and viewpoints. Together, the participating artists explore personal, social, ecological, and cultural questions, offering insight into the concerns, inspirations, and creative directions shaping the future of Finnish contemporary art.