Welcome to the home of Events.
Here you will find everything you need for events – whether you are an event visitor or an event organizer.
For event visitors
Hämeenlinna offers experiences for lovers of live music, theater, art, sports, and vibrant urban culture – in a historical setting, surrounded by stunning nature, all year round – just a one-hour train ride from Helsinki and Tampere!
Event calendar
Explore Hämeenlinna’s extensive range of events
A light event illuminates central Hämeenlinna and the municipality of Tuulos on 12–14 November 2026
The festival offers visitors light installations, exhibitions, performances, and workshops in central Hämeenlinna and the municipality of Tuulos.
Tips for event visitors
These tips will help you make the most of the event and festival weekend in Hämeenlinna.
Christmas Magic in Hämeenlinna 2026
We’ve gathered together Christmas markets, events, and concerts.
More events
For event organizers
Hämeenlinna offers numerous opportunities for event organizers of all sizes. We have established our position as a high-quality event city and as a stage for many large festivals and public events. Our location at the heart of Finland’s event scene enables the organization of a diverse range of events for all audiences, from local cultural events to large international gatherings.
In the event organizer’s guide, you will find compiled information on event planning, permit matters, funding, and tips for marketing an event held in Hämeenlinna. Remember to also enter your event into our event calendar via Hämeen Menoinfo.
We have compiled various funding opportunities to ensure that all event organizers find a form of subsidy suited to their needs and receive the necessary assistance to implement their events. The City of Hämeenlinna also supports events that increase the city’s appeal, recognition, and positive visibility through event and marketing cooperation agreements.
Did you know that you have access to the free expert services of Linnan Kehitys for event organizers? We connect and solve issues with you at all different stages of event organization.
Hämeenlinna Meetings & Congress helps you find the perfect setting and the best services for your occasion, from catering to program production for groups.
It is a matter of the heart for us that Hämeenlinna offers interesting and diverse events that serve different audiences!
Olli-Poika Parviainen, Mayor
The home of meetings.
Are you planning a meeting, a staff day, or an international event in Hämeenlinna? From Hämeenlinna Meetings & Congress, you receive free assistance for planning and implementation – easily with a single contact.
Guide for Event Organizers
Do you want to organize an event in Hämeenlinna? In the event organizer’s guide, you will find information on event planning, permit matters, funding, and tips for marketing. Our event experts’ services are also at your disposal free of charge!