Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration
The Helsinki City Government and the Chinese Community holds an annual celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year at Lasapalatsi. With Chinese cultural shows and booths aplenty, it culminates with a big fireworks display at Töölö Bay, right beside Finlandia Hall.
St. Thomas Christmas Market
Featuring over 100 stalls selling all kinds of stuff from baked goods, to handicrafts, to Christmas specialties right in Helsinki's Senate Square. Get to see a blacksmith at work too. Christmas Market, a tradition that is practiced throughout all of Europe.
Christmas Street Opening
Helsinki starts the Christmas season with the annual "joulukadun avajaiset"-- the Christmas Street Opening parade.
Carnival of Lights at Linnanmaki
As winter approaches Finland, the nights get longer and longer. Linnanmäki Amusement Park attempts to counter the Helsinki darkness with the Carnival of Lights.
Helsinki Market Square
A central square in Helsinki, it is one of the most famous market places and tourist attractions in the city. No tour of Helsinki is complete without going to this place. From spring to autumn, the Market Square is bustling with activity with vendors selling fresh produce and souvenirs. Outdoor cafes also line the square.