Events in Finland

Arctic Lapland Rally
Rovaniemi
24 January - 26 January 2008

Each January the top 150 European rally drivers will gather in Rovaniemi to take part in the Arctic Lapland Rally. If you can brave the elements to watch this event, you will no doubt witness some of the most talented rally drivers attempting to finish one of the most grueling driving challenges in the world.

MP 08
Helsinki
31 January - 3 February 2008

The top international motorcycle and scooter brands gather at the Helsinki Faire Centre to show off their new shinny stuff. Some of the brands this year include Aprilia, Kawasaki, Honda, Peugeot, Yamaha, Ducati, Piaggio, and Vespa.

Finland Ice Marathon
Kuopio
20 February - 24 February 2008

Over 9,500 people hit the ice on Kuopio's Lake Kallavesi for the annual Ice Marathon. The tradition begins with school skating competitions and continues with skaters competing in events such as the 200km, as part of the Finnish National Championship.

Tampere Film Festival
Tampere
5 March - 9 March 2008

This event is the largest and oldest short film festival held in Northern Europe and features a program full of screenings, panels, concerts, and club nights.

Wine Expo
Helsinki
13 March - 15 March 2008

Do you enjoy wine? Join the crowds of wine enthusiasts at the Helsinki Fair Centre for this annual wine tasting event. During Wine Expo, visitors will be able try wines of all description from Italy, Germany, Portugal, Australia, Austria, and more.

American Car Show
Helsinki
21 March - 24 March 2008

This is the perfect event for anyone that is a car enthusiast, the American Car Show at Helsinki's Fair Centre. There will be a wide variety of American cars ranging from muscle, sports, sedans and prestige vehicles.

Arctic Rugby Tournament
Saariselkä
11 April - 12 April 2008

This popular competition takes place at the northerly most ski resort in Europe, Saariselkä. If you are a fan of rugby, be sure to check out this one of a kind rugby tournament played in the snow and cold.

April Jazz Espoo
Espoo
23 April - 27 April 2008

This popular event takes place at the Espoo Cultural Centre and always brings in top international performers along with the best Finnish and Scandinavian jazz artists. This is a perfect musical event for jazz enthusiasts.

World Village Festival
Helsinki
24 May - 25 May 2008

The World Village Festival is held in Helsinki at Kaisaniemi Park and helps to kick off summer with a wide array of music, dance and theater, exhibitions and an amazing spread of exotic foods. Take part in Finland's largest annual multicultural event.

Helsinki Samba Carnival
Helsinki
June 2008

Lose yourself to the rhythms and color of samba, as it takes over Helsinki at the annual Samba Carnival. This event features over 1000 sambistas from schools throughout Finland.