Outsider Art Festival 2026 – Opening Event

Aug 21, 2026 | 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art

Ahertajantie 5, Näyttelykeskus WeeGee, 02100 Espoo

Welcome to EMMA to celebrate Outsider Art Festival!  OAF builds hope and creates space for outsider art at the heart of the art world.

The programme includes opportunities to connect, live art performances, guided exhibition tours, and presentations from the TOIVO art project. Featured performers include Aizhan Sultan and Laserlevyraati by VHS-klubi.

During the event, the OAF Award, honourable mentions, and the 2026 Vimma Award will be presented. The Vimma Award is granted jointly by Kynnys ry and the Tukilinja Foundation. The award recognises artistic activities, works, or events that increase public awareness and foster positive discussion about disability and functional diversity.

 

EMMA, Espoo

21.8.2026

15.00-19.00

Free admission every Friday from 15.00 onwards

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