An extravagant display of fashion items and accessories by Finish designers, this event is held throughout the month of January and is a true depiction of the modern city that Helsinki has come to be. It attracts visitors from all over Finland and Europe.
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An extravagant display of fashion items and accessories by Finish designers, this event is held throughout the month of January and is a true depiction of the modern city that Helsinki has come to be. It attracts visitors from all over Finland and Europe.
This fair is one of a kind. It is a broad exhibition of the services provided by travel operators and airlines to and from Finland. It attracts some of the most prestigious tour guides and airline companies from all around the world. It is held in the Helsinki Fair Center and visitors can come throughout January to see the exhibition.
Held from Jan 25 to Jan 30, this festival showcases all the best Finnish and International documentaries of the year. Held in the Affecto Academy, the festival includes a presentation of documentaries, seminars, lectures and even workshops which are conducted to promote the intricate art of film and documentary making.
Featuring all sorts of vehicles, from the most modern to the most conventional, the Caravan Fair is a major attraction in Helsinki. It is held at the Helsinki Fair Centre throughout January and visitors are welcomed anytime during the day. Apart from caravans, a variety of camping equipment is also displayed.
This exhibition is pure beauty for bike lovers who get to see all sorts of bike models, from vintage and modern collections. This exhibition is one of the most visited and visitors come from far and wide to ogle at the Harleys and Triumphs!
A must visit event considering the freezing temperatures that surround Helsinki in these winter months. People come in thousands to participate as well as be a part of the audience to see skiers. This marathon has become more of a carnival over the years and is held in Lathi, a few miles off Helsinki and can be reached by train.
The first folk event of the season, Flamenco is a festival rich with Finnish history and folk culture. The central form of entertainment is the dance performances which depict different folks and backgrounds. The same festival also caters to children during specific times and has the same proceedings related to dance and music.
The Chinese New Year is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Helsinki. The theme of the event is extracted from pure Chinese heritage and all the décor, food, apparel and entertainment is organized the Chinese way! The food, live music and the skits performed are big attractions for the Finnish in these cold winter months.
This yearly tradition is a parade held by Finnish upper secondary school students to celebrate the spring of their final day of school before the exams start. Tourists will certainly enjoy the enthusiasm of the students as they shout out slogans, throw out candy and dress up to celebrate the end of their school days.
An extravagant food festival, Gastro offers all kinds of Finnish food varying from traditional to contemporary dishes prepared by experts in the field. Catering companies also get a chance to exhibit their services and get business during this mouth watering food festival. The Gastro Festival allows all tourists visiting during mid march a chance to try exquisite Finnish delicacies.
Teolliset Palvelut is a professional conference held to provide a spring board for customers’ interaction with professionals. Expert and professional conferences and exhibitions are held in collaboration with the leading companies in various industries. This event also includes training programs and other events which cater to different businesses. This is an opportunity for experts, customers and companies to meet face to face and is a key ingredient to quality business ties.
A parade held in the memory of St. Patrick has now found its way into the customs of the Finnish. The parade is lined with colorful mascots and people walk through the roads of the city with extra ordinary zeal and spirit.
One of the biggest car shows in Finland, the American Show comprises of a display of colorful models of the latest cars as well as old American favorites. Motor lovers throng the exhibition to get information on all kinds of cars including the upcoming models and series. Annually, the show attracts a crowd of over 50,000 people.
At par with the events of the car show, Helsinki also hosts a bicycle exhibition at Messuaukio. For more information contact: +358 9 1509 370, +358 9 142 358
The Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art is the place to be in late March because of the exhibitions, workshops and tours of the breathtaking art pieces and spectacles. Art lovers flock in crowds to view the seasons best art work.
This is perhaps the biggest fair in Finland in the field of Horticulture. It is held at the Helsinki Fair Centre and attracts experts and laymen alike. As the winter months end during this month, the event is perfectly timed for the plants to blossom.
An open festival for all Salsa lovers, Baila Baila dance is organized by the collaboration of Baila Baila Dance academy and Sokos Hotel Vantaa. Salsa classes are held during the day and the evening is made fun with parties and gatherings.
An event loved by the Finnish, Ruutia is an organized event to exhibit and create awareness for new and modern themed dances within Finland and the world over. Children and teenagers come in large numbers for see performances and to attend workshops related to dance fever! Apart from dances there are various theater performances also conducted. Ruutia is held at the Affecto Academy. Contact: +358 (0)9 565 7250
A very exciting event for women, this is a mini marathon race in which women run through the city streets and are cheered by large crowds lined alongside the roads. This race is a particular favorite for the Finnish because not a lot of events and marathons are dedicated to females so this provides a ripe opportunity for women to show their atheltic talents!
A whole new dimension to circus art is presented by professionals at Cirko. Not very common in most countries, Cirko is one of the largest events in Finland and attracts crowds from all over the city. Children and adults both find it amusing and interesting. It is held at the Affect Academy Park during the first week of May.
This is an event to celebrate the Go Green campaign for mother earth. The event has a lot of activities lined up such as concerts, skits and performances. Also a few guidelines are given for visitors when they come to the festival so that everything they do is in sync to the Go Green theme! This is an excellent way to make saving nature more fun.
The largest carnival in this part of the world, Vappu is an ultimate favorite with the Finnish because it marks the start of spring and the beginning of new and energetic activities! Vappu celebrations include honoring the freshly matriculated students, picnicking throughout the city, clubbing, house parties and street dances. From causal fun filled parties to formal tuxedo events, Vappu is the best time of the year in Finland.
Celebrated on 12th June is this event in honor of Helsinki’s birthday. This day is of immense importance to the Finnish because of the historical events that Finland had to overcome to finally become an independent state. Events are organized outside the city hall and entertainment and food stalls are lined up throughout the city. As a treat, entrance to cultural exhibits and programs are made free so everyone can enjoy the most important day in Helsinki history.
A major musical event, Helsinki Live features all the top notch and underground bands of the country and sets up a performance stage for all to see. Bands of all categories from metal to rock perform their records and are cheered on by thousands of spectators. The official website gives news on latest happenings and the schedule of events that is followed every year.