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French Film Summer Series at Cinema Orion

The novel captivated the jury with the power of its storytelling, the richness of its imagination, and its evocative, fable-like narrative style.

rom furniture to books and decorative items, come find great deals at low prices!

Come and experience the performance by Compagnie Hervé Koubi!

Come practice your French – or learn your first words – over a drink at Manneken Peace bar!

Come and (re)discover gems of French cinema.

Are you heading to France for your studies this autumn? Join our online info session on Tuesday, June 3rd at 4:00 PM (Finnish time)!

The Night of Ideas is back in Helsinki – with a Nordic twist!

The French Institutes of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Norway, and Sweden have awarded the French Institute Nordic Award on the theme of the oceans.

Starting from August 15, meet us at Tehtaankatu 27-29 D, Helsinki!

Through the voices of three field experts, discover how polar expeditions—true sentinels of the planet—are rapidly revealing the impacts of climate change.

Step behind the scenes of the Finnish House of Dance and let yourself be swept away by a circus performance that turns the world upside down!

Discover pottery at Studio M Keramik — in French!

Alumni France are invited to a reception at the French Embassy in the presence of Her Excellency the Ambassador, Raja Rabia.

Get prepared for another “Pardon my French!” night at the Monsieur K bar!

Laureate announcement – Congratulations to Madalena Valencia!

Discover three moving French short films centered around the theme of disability.

Are you a student interested in discovering France’s scientific ecosystems? Get a scholarship for one of the French+Sciences 2025 summer schools. Application deadline: April 20, 2025.

Are you a student interested in discovering French gastronomy in France? Get a scholarship for the 2025 edition of French+Gastronomy. Application deadline: April 20, 2025.

The French Institute and Cinema Orion invite you to the exclusive preview of the French film, “Three friends”!

Science has greatly advanced our understanding of climate change. However, the role of clouds, forests, and the evolution of precipitation still hold many secrets.

A new multidisciplinary art project to protect the seas has arrived!

Step behind the scenes of the National Ballet with French dancer Thomas Brun!

Experience the best of French music with DJ Poupée at Grotesk Bar!

The application period has been extended until April 30, 2025!

Enjoy the Finnish Baroque Orchestra’s Versailles-themed concert, complemented by a 360° virtual visit of Versailles!

Discuss Francophone literature and share your favorites!

The French jazz trio Emler – Tchamitchian – Echampard invites you on a tour filled with diverse influences, unbound by any labels.

The 2025 edition of the FINA prize is launched! Young researchers, send your applications until March 16, 2025, a unique opportunity to attend the One Ocean Science Congress, a major scientific event ahead of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference!

Take your taste buds on a journey through Francophone countries!

Enjoy a day of short films from French-speaking and French-loving countries all over the world!

The French Institute and Cinema Orion invite you to the exclusive preview of the French film, The Marching Band!

Indulge in the treasures of classical music at the year’s biggest Francophonie event!

Dive into the world of French documentaries and engage with director Najiba Noori!

Are you a Nordic student on an Erasmus exchange in France in spring 2025? Participate in the #MyGreenErasmusInFrance competition and get a chance to win a free Interrail pass. Applications are open until February 28, 2025.

Forbidden love in the aftermath of World War II.

Come and discuss with Helena Tyrväinen, musicologist at the University of Helsinki, about her book “Notes on Snow: Musical Relations Between France and the Nordic Countries 1900-1939”