Finland, situated in Northern Europe, hosts a variety of events that celebrate its unique culture, natural beauty, and vibrant arts scene throughout the year.
One of the most iconic events in Finland is the Midsummer Festival (Juhannus), celebrated with bonfires, traditional dances around maypoles, and gatherings with family and friends to welcome the summer solstice.
Midsummer is one of the most important festivals in Finland, celebrated with bonfires, traditional dances around the maypole, sauna bathing, and outdoor activities. It marks the longest day of the year.
Time: Late June.
Helsinki Festival is the largest arts festival in Finland, featuring music, theatre, dance, visual arts, literature, and film events held at various venues across Helsinki.
Time: August.
Flow Festival is an urban music and arts festival in Helsinki, featuring a diverse lineup of international and Finnish artists performing indie, electronic, hip-hop, and alternative music.
Time: August.
Ruisrock is one of Finland’s oldest and largest rock music festivals, held in Turku. It features performances by top Finnish and international rock bands and artists.
Time: July.
Pori Jazz Festival is one of the oldest and most renowned jazz festivals in Europe, featuring performances by leading jazz musicians and artists from around the world, held in Pori.
Time: July.
Savonlinna Opera Festival is held in the medieval Olavinlinna Castle, featuring opera performances by Finnish and international artists, as well as concerts and cultural events.
Time: July.
Tampere Theatre Festival is the oldest and largest theatre festival in Finland, showcasing a wide range of Finnish and international theatre productions, performances, and workshops.
Time: August.
World Village Festival is a multicultural event in Helsinki, celebrating diversity and global solidarity with music, dance, food, workshops, exhibitions, and discussions.
Time: May.
- Rovaniemi Arctic Circle Snowmobile Races
The Snowmobile Races in Rovaniemi feature thrilling snowmobile competitions and races in the Arctic Circle, attracting snowmobile enthusiasts and spectators worldwide.
Time: March.
The Helsinki Baltic Herring Market is an annual event celebrating the Finnish herring season, featuring herring tastings, traditional food stalls, cultural performances, and maritime activities.
Time: October.