Teatterihotelli Riihimäki x Mafka & Alakoski goes NIGHT OF THE ARTS, Sep 11
To celebrate the Night of the Arts this year, Teatterihotelli and the Mafka & Alakoski glass studio are hosting a joint event at the old glass factory site, right next to the studio at Lasitehtaanaukio 2!
A fantastic lineup of activities awaits:
16:30 Outdoor terrace opens
18:00 “Carnaval do Brasil” samba performance by dance troupe Grupo Luminoso
Crafts for children
Non-stop glassblowing demonstrations at the studio
20:00 “Danças Latinas” dance performance by Grupo Luminoso
21:00 Performance by Katri Oikarinen
22:00 Glassblowing demonstration by Master Glassblower Kari Alakoski
23:00 Terrace closes
During the glassblowing sessions, you can blow your own glass ball for €50 – no appointment needed!
The outdoor terrace will be open throughout the event, serving refreshments, whole-roasted pig, and griddle pancakes (gluten-free option available), served with Master Glassblower’s Gooseberry Jam and whipped cream!
Bar service available.
But that’s not all – there is plenty happening at Teatterihotelli (Hämeenaukio 1) as well:
Selected meeting rooms will be open to the public: come be among the first to explore the newly renovated spaces, where you step directly into a curated glass art gallery! Works by Master Glassblower Kari Alakoski and sculptor Maija Helasvuo will be on display.
At the hotel, you can also see Hepo-aho’s magnificent, giant glass chair artwork Syli (“Embrace”) snap a photo of yourself with it and enter the prize draw!
On display in the Viena meeting room,located at the hotel lobby, is a rotating mini-exhibition featuring “crown jewels” from the Riihimäki Glassworks – pieces from the private collection of glass artisan Juha Juselius. These rare collector’s items, with a focus on lead crystal, represent a unique chapter in the history of Finnish craftsmanship and glassmaking. The display also includes pieces from Juselius’s own work – be sure to check it out before the exhibition changes soon!
Riihimäen teatteri, located right next to the hotel lobby, also has a fascinating program lined up, and naturally, the lobby bar is offering drink specials on-site!
…but that’s not all:
A Treasure Trail leads from the hotel/theatre to the Mafka & Alakoski glass studio, and you might just find treasures along the way! Great prizes await those who make a discovery, and you can start the treasure hunt either at the hotel/theatre heading toward the studio, or vice versa.
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…and there is plenty happening at the Riihimäen teatteri, located in the same building:
First of all, the theatre is offering special ticket deals!
2:00 PM – 10:00 PM: The ticket office is open in the theatre lobby.
Come and take advantage of the “DARK PRICES” for the Night of the Arts!
Plus, there is a program of events:
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: *Queen Leena* (Kuningatar Leena) – Open Rehearsal (theatre hall; free admission; limited seating)
Come watch a rehearsal for the new autumn drama-comedy, *Queen Leena*. Beloved comediennes Sanna Stellan and Krisse Salminen shine on stage in this amusing yet touching story about a forgotten schlager queen. Directed by Olka Horila. Performances run from Oct 15 to Nov 19, 2026.
9:00 PM – 9:30 PM: Stories from the Theatre – Every good theatre has a ghost!
Come hear three spine-chilling stories about the theatre, narrated by actress Katja Peacock. Recommended age: 13+.
