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Coming soon: Aalto ARTS Grad Show 2025

We're thrilled to invite you to the Aalto ARTS Grad Show 2025 of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture!
Poster for Aalto ARTS Grad Show from 3rd Sept to 6th Oct, with abstract black and cream design on a black background.
Visual identity: Saga Rantanen

Come explore the work of our graduating students in architecture, design, film and art & media. The Aalto ARTS Grad Show will take over all of the gallery spaces of Väre building, on Otaniemi campus, during the month of September. 

Projects featured in the show span through diverse themes, ranging from product designs and high-quality craftmanship to speculative future visions and community-focused work. Come get a glimpse of how Aalto's young professionals in art and design are making an impact in the world!

Exhibition time: from 3 September to 6 October 2025

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri 9-20
Sat 9-17
Sun closed

Free entry to all of the exhibitions!

The event is part of the larger Designs for a Cooler Planet festival and also part of Helsinki Design Week's official programme.

For more details, visit the event hub page:

Aalto ARTS Grad Show 2025

Explore the inspiring work of our graduating students in architecture, design, film, art and media!

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