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Event Venue
Event Venue in Eastern Helsinki
Kurkimäki Community Centre offers versatile spaces for various celebrations, performances, events, occasions and teaching activities.
The venue comfortably accommodates up to 170 people and is especially well suited for different types of performances. The hall is equipped with high-quality, versatile production technology and supported by experienced staff. For private events, you may bring your own food and beverages. The space is approved for serving alcohol.
The premises are maintained by the non-profit association Toimintakeskus Semja ry. By renting the space, you support the association's activities as well as the local urban culture, community work and hobby opportunities.
For more information:
Niklas Nyström
niklas.nystrom@korttelitalo.com
050 343 4678 (Mon–Fri 9–18, Sat 10–15)
LOBBY
The spacious lobby of the community center comfortably accommodates even a larger group.
BUILDING
The Community Center was completed in 1988, and the premises house Children's Culture Center Musikantit as well as units of Kurki and Kuovi kindergratens.
HALL
The multipurpose hall is suitable for meetings, performances, parties, and rehearsals.
FLOOR PLAN
The floor plan is indicative and may not be to scale. The measurements shown in the image provide a sense of the space's size.
Kurkimäki Community Center
The building designed by Sakari Aartelo and Esa Piiroinen was completed in March 1989. The space is on a single level, which makes mobility easy even for people with reduced mobility. The surrounding grounds are park-like and lush.
Lobby
The lobby is accessed through the main entrance at street level. Its floor area is approximately 150 m² and includes an entrance area, coat racks, a play area, restrooms, a café, and a lounge space.
The lobby is furnished with round tables of various sizes, chairs, and sofas. The furniture was updated in 2024.
The space is equipped with a background music system with Bluetooth, a microphone, a 55" 4K Android LED TV, and, in addition to general ceiling lighting, ambience and spot lighting with adjustable colour.
Community Center Hall
The total floor area of the hall is approximately 200 m², with 14 × 9 m of unobstructed floor space. The height of the room is 4.9–5.9 m. The floor is grey-painted wood; the walls are white or light wood, and the back wall of the stage is painted black.
The space has two entrances from the lobby and a rear door leading directly outside, allowing equipment to be brought onto the stage.
Equipment:
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12 folding tables (200 × 80 cm)
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100 grey plastic chairs
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12 black plastic chairs for the stage
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Motorised projection screen (approx. 5 × 5 m)
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Built-in projector
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Sound system
Additional services
Our presentation technology, sound, lighting, planning, production, construction, and skilled technical team will ensure your event both looks and sounds excellent. Ask us for more details!
We also offer rental of additional furniture and event accessories.
Other Facilities and Services
Parking:
The property's grounds accommodates approximately 30–40 cars. On weekdays, parking is limited to a maximum of 4 hours with a parking disc. Additional parking is available on Karpalokuja street.
Public transport:
The nearest metro stations are Kontula and Myllypuro. The closest bus stop is about 300 metres away.
Covered patio:
From the lobby, there is access to a covered patio in the backyard, which connects directly to the playground.
Local shops:
K-Market Kurkimäki is just a few minutes' walk away. Additional services can be found in Kontula and Myllypuro.
Front of House Tech
The hall is equipped with comprehensive presentation technology: a digital mixer, moving lights, a video projector, a retractable projection screen, and skilled staff ready to help make your event the best it can be.
Renting Prices
By renting this space, you also support the activities of the community center. There is always at least one caretaker on site to assist with event arrangements and to take care of opening and closing the facilities.
Event Use
Hall rental for private events between 08:00–24:00
from 100€/h
Event Use
Room rental for private events between 24:00–02:00
from 150€/h
Cultural and Art Events (associations)
Room rental between 08:00–22:00
Note: not for commercial events.
from 75€/h
Housing Company Meetings
Approx. 2 hours, scheduled between 08:00–21:00 during opening hours
100€
Teaching Use
Teaching use by agreement, Mon–Fri 08:00–21:00
Please inquire
Piano Tuning for Performances
Black acoustic Yamaha B1PE upright piano
150€
Sound and Lighting Services
Price starting per event, includes one technician
from 300€
Prices valid from 1 August 2023. On public holidays and other special dates, special pricing may apply.
Reservation Fee
The reservation fee is €100, payable by invoice or online payment in advance.
Security Deposit
Depending on the nature of the event, a security deposit of at least €250 will be charged. The deposit will be refunded on the next business day after the event, provided no damage or extra cleaning is required. The deposit is paid by online payment or bank transfer.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 14 days before the event.
For cancellations 14–0 days before the event, the full rental fee will be charged.
We reserve the right to make changes.