Renovation of Töölö Sports Hall

City of Helsinki will improve the usability and safety of the legendary sports hall while respecting the architecture and cultural and historical values of the building. According to the preliminary schedule, construction is to start in 2028 and the renovated facilities will be operational in 2031.
Yläviistosta kuvattu liikuntasali, jossa on ihmisiä pelaamassa.
Image: Aki Rask
Project phase -
Project theme Sports facilities and cultural centres Service facilities
Estimated schedule Plan: - Execution: -
Project location Töölö

The renovation will modernise the building services and renew the facilities to meet modern sport and exercise needs. The aim is to significantly reduce energy consumption, among other things.

The renovation will also improve the accessibility of the facilities. The use of the facilities will be developed to meet the needs of a wide range of recreational activities, and the sports and exercise opportunities of children and young people will be further improved.

The renovation will be carried out while respecting the iconic architecture and cultural and historical values of the building.

Töölö Sports Hall will continue to serve a wide range of customers, enabling them to engage in a diverse range of sports. The renovation has been prepared in collaboration with various user groups.

Kisahallin pääty mannerheimintieltä päin kuvattuna. Seinässä lukee messuhalli.
Töölö Sports Hall (formerly Exhibition Hall) was completed in two parts: Hall A in 1935 and Hall B in the early 1950s. It is listed in the list of nationally important sites of modern architecture (DOCOMOMO). The photo was taken in 1952. Photo: Monifoto Ky / Helsingin kaupunginmuseo

Project timeline 

The City of Helsinki has consulted a wide range of users, stakeholders and staff over the course of several years to prepare for the renovation of Töölö Sports Hall. For example, the City has organised surveys and workshops through which Helsinki residents have been able to submit feedback and ideas regarding the future of the sports hall.

The needs assessment for the renovation was approved by the Helsinki Culture and Leisure Committee in October 2025. Project planning will commence in 2026, and construction is scheduled to begin in 2028. The aim is to have the new premises operational by July 2031 at the latest.