Spring courses are waiting – join us!
Spring brings light, joy and fresh energy for learning. As nature comes back to life, it’s the perfect time to join outdoor and hiking courses and enjoy the crisp spring air. At the same time, you can boost your wellbeing and discover new ways to stay active in nature.
Spring is also a great time to learn something new. Studying languages feels easier as motivation grows with the increasing daylight – whether you’re learning for work, travel or your own enjoyment. Spring also awakens creativity: now is the perfect moment to pick up a brush, try something new and let your ideas flow in art classes.
Explore Espoo Adult Education Centre’s spring course offering and find your own way to learn and get inspired!
Here are some courses we offer in English
Art courses
All the links lead to ilmonet.fi.
- Digital photography Tue 31.3. Tapiola
- Well-being Photography Course Sat 11.4. Tapiola
- Learn Finnish by exploring art and creating dialogue Tue 7.4. Leppävaara
- Learn Finnish by painting and drawing - Finnish summer vibes! Mon 1.6. Tapiola
- Acting Masterclass: The Physical Theatre Ensemble Sun 12.4. Tapiola
Business and entrepreneurship courses
The link leads to ilmonet.fi.
- Basics of accounting: financial statements and tax return form Fri 10.4. online
Dance and exercise courses
The link leads to ilmonet.fi.
- Karate for Well-Being and Health, level 1A Tue 5.5. Leppävaara
Handicraft courses
All the links lead to ilmonet.fi.
- 3D Modeling and Printing with FreeCAD Thu 9.4. online
- Birdhouse Workshop Mon 20.4. Otaniemi-Tapiola
Home economic courses
All the links lead to ilmonet.fi.
- Culinary visit to Provence Mon 11.5. online
- The perfect Pulla Mon 4.5. Leppävaara
ICT and media courses
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- Generative AI for Work and Everyday Use Fri 10.4. online
- Children’s Storybook with AI –workshop Sat 11.4. Tapiola
Language courses
All the links lead to ilmonet.fi.
- Glastonbury, King Arthur and the Myths of Avalon, Tue 14.4. online lecture
- English B2 Conversation Tue 21.4. Tapiola
- English B2–C1 Discussing Current Affairs Mon 20.4. online
- English C1 Advanced Conversation Tue 14.4. Tapiola
- English C1–C2 Monday Discussion Mon 20.4. Tapiola
Check all our courses and enroll
Experience the Espoo Adult Education Centre’s Taidekevät 2026 (Spring of Arts 2026)!
The Espoo Adult Education Centre arranges various art experiences across Espoo in spring 2026. Our course goers demonstrate their skills in various forms – be inspired by exhibitions, captivated by concerts, and delighted by theatre performances. Admission to events is free unless otherwise stated. Welcome to celebrate spring with us!
EXHIBITIONS
4 March–7 April Pinta ja rakenne, showcase exhibition, Itätuulenpiha 1, Tapiola
14 April–7 May Glassworks, showcase exhibition, Itätuulenpiha 1, Tapiola
21 April–12 May Taidetta terveydeksi ja iloksi, art exhibition, HUS Jorvi Hospital, Turuntie 150
12 May–27 May Juuret, showcase exhibition, Itätuulenpiha 1, Tapiola
CONCERTS
27–28 March and 1-2 April Ääni esiin! spring concerts
- Fri 27 Mar at 18:00, Iso Omena Library Stage
- Sat 28 Mar at 14:00, Iso Omena Library Stage
- Wed 1 Apr at 18:00, Lippulaiva Library Salonki stage
- Thu 2 Apr at 18:00, Itätuulenpiha 1 Tapiola
Wed 14 Apr Espoo Voices concert, Lippulaiva Library Salonki stage
25 Apr and 27 Apr ECHOES OF SPRING, Espoo Symphony *Note: Admission fee
- Sat 25 Apr at 19:00 (Paavalinkirkko)
- Mon 27 Apr at 19:00 (Espoonlahden kirkko)
PERFORMANCES (in Finnish)
11–12 Apr Teatterin taikaa presents: Päällystakki
- Sat 11 Apr at 13:00, Itätuulenpiha 1 Tapiola
- Sun 12 Apr at 12:30, Itätuulenpiha 1 Tapiola
Fri 10 Apr at 18:00 Dance, improv and stand-up: Demojen illat, Itätuulenpiha 1 Tapiola
19–26 Apr Opistoteatteri presents: Non Existere *Note: Admission fee
- Sun 19 Apr at 13:00, Kannusali
- Wed 22 Apr at 19:00, Kannusali
- Sun 26 Apr at 13:00, Kannusali
Come meet Espoo Adult Education Centre at the Spring Fair
The Spring Fair will take place at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre from 26–29 March, and Espoo Adult Education Centre will be present at Omnia’s stand (6g53). Come chat with us about courses, get inspired for spring and discover new ways to learn and enjoy hobbies.
There’s plenty to do at the fair: you can take part in a plant identification game and win seed packets for your spring planting. In addition, Omnia’s horticulture field will be involved in building the inspiring Idea Garden, themed this year around a detached house yard.
Espoo Adult Education Centre’s experts will be available:
📅 Thu 26 March at 15:00–18:00
📅 Sat 28 March at 10:00–13:00
Come say hello – see you at the fair!
Enrollment dates coming up
Most of the courses for the autumn term 2026 will be published on Ilmonet on 25 May, and enrollment will open in stages from 1–3 June. Some courses are already open for registration.
Enrollment dates for autumn 2026 courses:
A new, separate enrollment time has been introduced for water exercise.
Mon 1 June 2026 at 12:30
Visual arts, music, literature and theatre, crafts, home and garden, home economics, and Open University
Tue 2 June 2026
at 12:30 water exercise
at 13:30 other sports and exercise
Wed 3 June 2026 at 12:30
Languages, Finnish language, social studies, housing and construction, nature and environment, technology and transport, communication, digital skills, health and wellbeing, University for Seniors
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Espoo Adult Education Centre is a part of Omnia
Omnia is a large and modern education provider
Omnia provides
- upper secondary, further and specialist vocational qualifications
- preparatory education for upper secondary qualification – TUVA
- general upper secondary education
- basic education for adults (AIPE)
- liberal adult education
- youth workshops
- Omnia Skills Centre for immigrants (OSKE).
Learn more about Omnia and study possibilities at omnia.fi.