Kids’ Comics Fest – Helsingfors serietidningsfestival

On Friday, September 18th, the Kids’ Comics Fest will take place! Our popular guests include Puupäähattu-award-winning creators Aino Havukainen and Sami Toivonen, known for the Tatu ja Patu books, as well as Danish creators Sabine Lemire and Rasmus Brenghøi, known for the Mira book series! Children will appear at Friday's event as both interviewers and interviewees: for example, nine-year-old Leo Humina, who has created the Utelias Varvas books with his mother, will be on stage, and children will also present their favourite comics in a panel discussion. There will be live music by the band Äxyt Zeeprat, you can meet YouTuber and storyteller Lavliqe, and participate in numerous workshops from manga quizzes to treasure hunts! The 41st Helsinki Comics Festival will be held at Stoa the same weekend, September 19–20, 2026. During the weekend, you can shop at the comics fair, follow artist interviews and panel discussions, and explore exhibitions at Stoa and elsewhere in Helsinki. Admission to the events is free!