Geta Poesi och Visa – song and poetry festival

Friday 10 July
19:00 – Lilies of Peace and Sorrowful Crows
An evening with singer-songwriter and performer Gunnar Källström.
A popular return! Join us on a musical journey through laughter, sorrow, and resilience. Expect everything from burlesque swing and humour to newly written songs about vulnerability, grief, and joy.
Venue: Ströms, Olofsnäs
Admission: €20

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Saturday 11 July
15:00 – Swedish & Irish Ballads
Grabbarna från Eken is a youthful ensemble with a passion for traditional Swedish and Irish folk songs. Don’t miss this energetic and vibrant musical experience! Featuring Kim Persson (vocals, mandola & flutes), Ida Hellsten Mattsson (vocals & bass), and Tommy Lundgren (violin).
Venue: Geta Church
Admission: €20

19:00 – The Third Millennium
Singer-songwriter Ellinor Brolin impressed legendary songwriter Kjell Höglund so deeply with her voice that he entrusted her with his unpublished lyrics. During a magical evening by Norsträsk, she performs settings of Kjell Höglund’s lyrics alongside her own songs. Poetry reading by Åland poet Sara Ebersson.
Venue: Norsträsk
Admission: €25

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Sunday 12 July
11:30 – Nature Walk in Geta
Join local expert and nature enthusiast Kjell Andersén for a guided walk in Geta. More information will be announced—keep an eye on our Facebook page.
Free admission.

14:00 – Songs by the Piano
Singer-songwriter Amanda Henriksson, Chair of Visans Vänner i Helsingfors (Friends of the Ballad in Helsinki), invites you to an intimate concert where folk rock meets the Nordic ballad tradition. An afternoon filled with reflections on life, humour, and heartfelt moments. Åland authors Juni Saga Fylkesson and Jenny-Linn Einebrant will read from the fairy tale Liv och Dag.
Venue: Dånö Museum
Admission: €20

Free admission for children and young people.
Organiser: Geta Kulturförening r.f.