Lion Walk Courtyard - Opening Events Schedule 2026

Mango Panda brings a completely different energy to the new opening schedule, delivering a night built for big beats, bold atmosphere and a crowd that wants to stay moving. With a soundtrack spanning R&B, hip hop, garage and afrobeats, this is the kind of set that instantly changes the tempo of the weekend and gives Lion Walk Courtyard a fresh late-night feel. It adds variety to the programme while still fitting perfectly with the venue’s social, feel-good spirit.

There is a real sense of momentum in a night like this. Mango Panda is all about creating a vibe that feels current, confident and full of personality, making it easy for guests to arrive for a drink and end up staying for the whole evening. The mix of genres gives the event a broad appeal too, blending familiar favourites with dancefloor energy and a more contemporary edge. It is a strong choice for people looking for something vibrant, upbeat and a little more after-dark as part of the reopening celebrations.

For the Courtyard’s new season, Mango Panda helps show the range of what the venue can offer. Alongside food, cocktails and the open-air setting, this event brings a more urban party atmosphere to the schedule. It is lively, modern and made for a Saturday night crowd, promising great music, good company and an unmistakably upbeat start to the season.

Open: 11:00am - until - Late

Jam Jar bring a lively, crowd-pleasing energy to Lion Walk Courtyard, making them a perfect fit for the new opening schedule. As a singalong covers band, they are all about creating the kind of night that feels instantly familiar, upbeat and full of shared moments. From the first song, their set is built to get people involved, lift the atmosphere and turn a Friday evening into a proper occasion.

What makes Jam Jar such a strong addition to the programme is their broad appeal. A great covers band knows how to read the room, keep the pace right and deliver the songs everyone wants to hear at exactly the right moment. That makes this the sort of event where guests can arrive for drinks and dinner, then find themselves singing along with friends long into the evening. It is fun, easy-going and made for a social crowd.

Set against the Courtyard’s open-air setting, with cocktails, Greek food and a welcoming weekend atmosphere, Jam Jar add another feel-good element to the season. Their style is energetic without being overwhelming, polished without losing personality, and ideal for bringing people together. For anyone looking for a Friday night with live music, big songs and a strong party feel, Jam Jar promise the kind of entertainment that keeps the mood high and the audience fully engaged throughout the night.

Open: 11:00am - until - Late

The Hit List bring a fun, high-energy singalong atmosphere to Lion Walk Courtyard, making them a great fit for the new opening schedule. As a covers band built around big songs and crowd-pleasing moments, they offer the kind of live set that instantly gets people involved. From familiar anthems to feel-good favourites, this is the sort of afternoon that turns a casual visit into a full-on social occasion.

What makes The Hit List such a strong addition to the programme is their ability to create an atmosphere that feels lively, relaxed and inclusive all at once. A great singalong covers band knows how to keep the mood lifted, the crowd engaged and the energy flowing from one song to the next. That makes them ideal for the Courtyard setting, where guests can enjoy drinks, food and live entertainment in a space designed for people to come together and stay awhile.

Set within Pöpinä’s open-air environment, The Hit List add another accessible and upbeat moment to the season. Their style is all about bringing people in, creating shared memories and delivering a soundtrack that everyone can enjoy. For a Sunday session, they strike exactly the right balance: entertaining, easy-going and full of personality. As part of the opening programme, The Hit List help round out the weekend with a live music event that feels welcoming, familiar and guaranteed to leave the crowd smiling.

Open: 11:00am - until - Late

Acoustic Sunday brings a softer, laid-back feel to Lion Walk Courtyard, offering the perfect soundtrack for a relaxed Sunday afternoon. As part of the new opening schedule, it adds a calmer, more intimate moment to the programme, giving guests the chance to enjoy live music in a setting that feels easy, welcoming and full of atmosphere.

Built around stripped-back sound and easy-going charm, Acoustic Sunday is the kind of event that invites people to slow down and settle in. Whether guests are stopping by for lunch, enjoying drinks with friends or simply making the most of the Courtyard’s open-air surroundings, the music adds warmth and character without ever overwhelming the mood. It is relaxed entertainment at its best, creating a background that still feels special and memorable.

What makes Acoustic Sunday such a strong addition to the calendar is its broad appeal. It suits couples, families, groups of friends and anyone looking for a more mellow weekend experience, while still keeping live music at the heart of the venue. The combination of acoustic performance, food, cocktails and the Courtyard setting gives the afternoon a polished but effortless feel.

For the new season, Acoustic Sunday helps show the range of what Lion Walk Courtyard can offer. It is calm, stylish and full of easy Sunday charm, making it an ideal way to spend an afternoon at Pöpinä.

Open: 11:00am - until - Late