Events and hobbies
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Events organized by the City of Helsinki
Helsinki’s birthday is traditionally marked on 12 June, when the city is packed with a wide range of free-of-charge events.
Helsinki Festival is the largest arts festival in the Nordic countries, held annually in late summer.
The Helsinki Baltic Herring Market is one of the oldest ongoing event traditions in Finland. It has been held since 1743.
Helsinki Christmas Market is the oldest outdoor Christmas market in Helsinki.
The City of Helsinki has held an Independence Day Reception for 4th graders in Finlandia Hall since 1987.
Lux Helsinki is a light art festival in Helsinki.
The New Year’s celebration takes place at Kansalaistori on New Year’s Eve, 31 December.
Helsinki Biennial is an international contemporary art event held every two years, bringing high-quality contemporary art to the maritime Vallisaari Island and the center of Helsinki.
Helsinki with all your senses
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A vibrant urban culture, complete with events, tourists and restaurants, is a key strategic priority for promoting Helsinki’s vitality and well-being.
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