Guided tours in French: Laboratories and major scientific infrastructures across the capital region are opening their doors — starting with the University of Helsinki accelerator!
Discover the gastronomy of one of the member countries of the International Francophonie Organization: Greece!
Meet this emerging rapper from the French-speaking world, dive into her creative process, and discover your own artistic identity!
Discover the second part of this exhibition tracing the journey of young immigrants studying in Beauvais, France.
Discover Francophone authors from around the world and practice your French through literary discussions!
Take your taste buds on a journey through Francophone countries!
Discover French-language Science in Helsinki!
Get ready for another DJ night—this time entirely dedicated to French-language music from around the world!
Let yourself be swept away by Uzi Freyja, the new rising star of the Francophone scene, whose energy hits you from the very first beat!
Celebrate Francophonie Month with six must-see films from Francophone African cinema — a vibrant journey through classic masterpieces and contemporary creations.
Love Affairs Without Love — follow the story of Suzanne, 16, in this film that won the César Award for Best Film in 1984.
Against a backdrop of strategic restructuring, this seminar analyses French defense policy and security prospects in Europe, with a comparative perspective between France and Finland.
Concerts, gastronomy, exhibitions… explore our events and celebrate Francophonie with us!
Reserve your seller’s spot at latest on February 18 and come and come browse and shop at the on Saturday 21 February!
Discover our favorite books of the month!
As part of the Month of Francophonie, the French quartet Abyskiss invites you on a dreamlike journey at the very first concert ever held at the new Institute!
Celebrate Candlemas with delicious French crêpes!
From general knowledge to the latest trends buzzing on your feed — put your knowledge of French language and culture to the test!
From Finnish feminist pioneers to iconic figures of design, discover the two works showcased at the LUX Festival, with the exhibition running throughout February!
Discover this masterpiece of 1940s poetic realism, voted the greatest film of all time by 600 critics!
Get ready for another DJ night dedicated to French music, this time with a Valentine’s Day vibe!
Traveling Residency for Contemporary Creation
As the second edition of Septentrionales comes to an end, it’s time to look back at the journey of our laureate Madalena Valencia and the impact of the residency on her film Things That Fall.
At the beginning of 2026, a lot of new books will be arriving at the Institute’s library! Take a look at this article to see all the new books soon available for borrowing.
From yoga classes to crêpes and Papermix workshops, your favorite activities are taking over the French Institute in 2026!
Come practice your French – or learn your first words – at this must-attend event for French enthusiasts!
Join us in discovering this French tradition over authentic galettes from France!
During this immersive night, rediscover the history and art of capturing light beyond the digital swipe as we celebrate the bicentenary of the world’s first photo.
As part of LUX, we invite you to explore the theme of one of the festival’s works: the legacy of Finland’s early feminists.
Whether outdoors or indoors, discover the French artists featured in the 2026 edition of LUX!
Mobility Grant for French Researchers in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Get ready for another DJ night dedicated to French music!
Explore how French actress Maria Schneider’s journey spirals from dream to nightmare at this pre-screening, followed by a discussion.
Enjoy Christmas shopping with a French touch!
With Slush taking over the city, join us for a French and English-speaking evening showcasing the journeys of inspiring French innovators!
Join us for a delicious and sensory journey into the world of coffee and chocolate!
Enjoy the cozy, festive spirit of a classic raclette night — winter’s most iconic dish!
Come celebrate the French language and meet our grant recipients who bring French language to life in schools!
The upcoming months will treat cinema lovers well with a wide selection of French films!
Are you a civil servant in Finland? Apply for a training program at INSP or one of the IRAs, prestigious French schools for government officials.
French teachers in Finland: sign your students up for our annual reading aloud contest and inspire them to express themselves in French!
Making cheese to save his little sister — that’s the challenge 18-year-old Totone takes on in Louise Courvoisier’s debut feature film.