May Day
Throughout Finland : May 1
May Day is celebrated all over Helsinki with parades and parties.


Helsinki Day
Helsinki : June 6
Festivities around town and free concerts in Kaivopuisto Park celebrate all that is Helsinki just for the fun of it.


Baltic Herring Market
Helsinki : First Week of October
This annual commercial herring event has been happening since the 18th century and goes on along the quays of Market Square. Prizes are awarded for the tastiest herring as fishers reel in their catches for sale. The Port of Helsinki website has more information.