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Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art: free entry days, tickets & hours
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Kiasma is next free on Friday, 6 November 2026 (in 13 days).
- Free for everyone on the first Friday of the month.
- Also free: under-18s; personal assistants of disabled visitors.
- Otherwise: standard admission (ticket office) — €23.
Calendar
Free days at Kiasma
- FRI6NOVFriday, 6 November 2026 · in 13 days · 10:00–20:00
- FRI4DECFriday, 4 December 2026 · in 6 weeks · 10:00–20:00
- FRI1JANFriday, 1 January 2027 · in 2 months · 10:00–20:00
- FRI5FEBFriday, 5 February 2027 · in 3 months · 10:00–20:00
- FRI5MARFriday, 5 March 2027 · in 4 months · 10:00–20:00
- FRI2APRFriday, 2 April 2027 · in 5 months · 10:00–20:00
12 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- First-Friday free days run 10:00-20:00 and include free guided tours.
- Tuesday and Friday are the late days (to 20:00).
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free dayFree for everyone on the first Friday of the month · 10:00–20:00 | everyone | Upcoming: 6 Nov 2026 (sponsored by the Jenny and Antti Wihuri Foundation) and 4 Dec 2026, 10:00-20:00. | No |
| Free forFree for under-18s | under-18s | — | No |
| Free with passFree with the Helsinki Card or Museum Card | helsinki card holders | Listed under 'Admission is always free for'; Museum Card holders are also listed. | No |
| Free forFree for personal assistants of disabled visitors | disabled companions | — | No |
Official prices
Kiasma ticket prices
| Standard admission (ticket office) — Online EUR 21; discounted EUR 13. | €23 |
| Online standard ticket — EUR 2 cheaper than at the desk. | €21 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (standard admission (ticket office)). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: Kiasma
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–20:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–20:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–17:00 |
Tue 10-20, Wed-Thu 10-18, Fri 10-20, Sat-Sun 10-17, closed Mondays. 5 Nov 2026 open only 10-15.
Mannerheiminaukio 2, 00100 Helsinki, Finland
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FAQ
Kiasma: common questions
Is Kiasma free?
Kiasma is free for everyone on the first Friday of the month. Also free: under-18s; personal assistants of disabled visitors. Otherwise the official ticket costs €23.
When is Kiasma free?
Free for everyone on the first Friday of the month. The next free date is Friday, 6 November 2026.
Who gets free entry to Kiasma?
Under-18s. Disabled companions.
How much is a ticket to Kiasma?
Standard admission (ticket office) costs €23 on the official site.
What day is Kiasma closed?
Kiasma is closed on Mondays. Tue 10-20, Wed-Thu 10-18, Fri 10-20, Sat-Sun 10-17, closed Mondays. 5 Nov 2026 open only 10-15.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- kiasma.fi/en/visitor-information/ · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
Every free rule is checked against the official source and re-checked on a schedule. Spotted a change? Tell us.