This event is in the past.It took place on August 29, 2026 at Suomenlinna.




Viapori Jazz returns to the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress for its late-August run. The festival brings a series of musical performances to the islands, marking the final week of the month with a dedicated schedule.
Helmi Antila Quartet
Finnish jazz quartet led by vocalist Helmi Antila
Helmi Antila Quartet features vocalist and composer Helmi Antila with her own quartet, presenting original Finnish‑language jazz compositions.
Jukka Perko & Jarmo Saari
Finnish jazz duo – saxophonist Jukka Perko and guitarist Jarmo Saari
Jukka Perko and Jarmo Saari perform together in the Viapori Jazz mini‑concert on Itämeripäivän, bringing their long‑standing collaboration to Suomenlinna’s church.
Yona
Finnish vocalist interpreting early 20th‑century Merikanto songs
Yona presents a program titled “Yona – Merikanto”, featuring Finnish folk‑era songs by composer Selim Merikanto.




Viapori Jazz returns to the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress for its late-August run. The festival brings a series of musical performances to the islands, marking the final week of the month with a dedicated schedule.
Helmi Antila Quartet
Finnish jazz quartet led by vocalist Helmi Antila
Helmi Antila Quartet features vocalist and composer Helmi Antila with her own quartet, presenting original Finnish‑language jazz compositions.
Jukka Perko & Jarmo Saari
Finnish jazz duo – saxophonist Jukka Perko and guitarist Jarmo Saari
Jukka Perko and Jarmo Saari perform together in the Viapori Jazz mini‑concert on Itämeripäivän, bringing their long‑standing collaboration to Suomenlinna’s church.
Yona
Finnish vocalist interpreting early 20th‑century Merikanto songs
Yona presents a program titled “Yona – Merikanto”, featuring Finnish folk‑era songs by composer Selim Merikanto.