Next year, Helsinki promises a remarkable cultural program celebrating Finnish design, art, architecture, and storytelling. From the grand reopening of the iconic Finlandia Hall to the magical 80th anniversary of the beloved Moomins, the year will be filled with exhibitions, celebrations, and international events.
The newly renovated Finlandia Hall, a masterpiece of modern architecture, will reopen in January with exciting new offerings, inviting visitors to explore themes of identity and creativity. Meanwhile, the timeless Moomin stories, created by Tove Jansson, continue to welcome everyone into imaginative worlds where joy and acceptance are at the heart of every tale. As summer unfolds, the Helsinki Biennial will bring art and nature into dialogue under the theme “Shelter”, transforming the Esplanade park and Vallisaari island into a stage for thought-provoking works. In autumn, Helsinki Design Week —celebrating its 20th anniversary— will highlight creativity and explore happiness as a design principle, envisioning a brighter, more hopeful future. Whether you are a local or a visitor from afar, Helsinki warmly invites you to experience its vibrant cultural scene, where creativity and inspiration are always close at hand.
Renovated Finlandia Hall seen from above. Photo: Tuomas Uusheimo, Helsinki Partners
Step Inside a Classic: Finlandia Hall Returns with New Experiences
Designed by Alvar Aalto and completed in 1971, Finlandia Hall is one of Finland’s most renowned modern architectural creations. Following an extensive renovation, the building—formerly known primarily as a venue for congresses and events—will reopen on January 4th with an array of new services, including unique accommodation facilities, a bistro restaurant, and a wine café.
A permanent exhibition will open at Finlandia Hall in June 2025, offering an experiential exploration of both Finnish identity and the life’s work and creative inspirations of Alvar, Aino, and Elissa Aalto. The exhibition provides an opportunity to gain deep insights into Alvar Aalto’s legacy and design principles. The exhibition also offers visitors a chance to engage in their own creative experiments inspired by Alvar, Aino, and Elissa. Visitors can also admire contemporary Finnish art from the HAM, Helsinki Art Museum collections displayed throughout the building. The newly renovated Finlandia Hall warmly invites both locals and visitors to step inside, explore Aalto’s architectural masterpiece, and enjoy local flavors, concerts, and events.
