Time & place
Veranda
Design Joulu is the most wonderful Christmas weekend, filled with Finnish design and festive atmosphere
Design Joulu brings together Finnish designers and design lovers at Finlandia Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Alvar Aalto’s iconic masterpiece, Finlandia Hall, is a captivating event venue and an inspiring meeting place located in the heart of Helsinki, by Töölönlahti Bay.
A weekend filled with Finnish design, culture, art, and festive Christmas experiences awaits — for both children and adults! The event features a curated selection of wonderful Christmas gifts from over 80 Finnish designers, from art and ceramics to jewellery, clothing, homeware and natural cosmetics. You can also take part in creative workshops and enjoy a festive programme of music, and other seasonal activities throughout the weekend.
The stunning Finlandia Exhibition, Visions of Alvar Aalto, showcasing the life and creativity of Alvar, Aino, and Elissa Aalto, will be open throughout the weekend. Finlandia Hall’s cosy restaurants, Finlandia Cafe&Wine and Finlandia Bistro, offer seasonal treats and a relaxing break during the event.
Come and experience the iconic Finlandia Hall, enjoy design-filled moments, and soak up the Christmas atmosphere with the whole family!
Date: 12–13 December 2025
Location: Finlandia Hall, Veranda, Mannerheimintie 13 E, 00100 Helsinki
Opening hours: Sat 12.00–18.00 & Sun 11.00–17.00
Free entry
The event is produced by Designkaverit in collaboration with Finlandia Hall.
Start your evening at Finlandia Cafe&Wine or Finlandia Bistro. We offer local food, seasonal flavors, and wonderful wines, always with a relaxed atmosphere. Discover Finlandia Bistro.
Huolehdimme tavaroistasi, jotta sinä voit keskittyä elämykseen. Konserttien ja tapahtumien ajaksi voit jättää takkisi maksulliseen narikkaan. Finlandia-näyttelyyn tullessasi säilyttää laukkusi lukollisessa lokerossa. Lokerosäilytys on maksuton. Naulakkopalvelu 4€ ja saatavilla mm. konserteissa, mutta ei päivittäin. Bistron asiakkaita suosittelemme jättämään ulkotakit 1.krs naulakkoon ennen illallista.
If the journey home feels long, stay with us overnight. Two stylish, unique apartments at the end of Finlandia Hall offer peaceful accommodation right at the heart of the action. Read more about accommodation.
Tram stops 4 and 10 are located on Mannerheimintie, in front of Finlandia Hall (National Museum stop). The taxi stand at Finlandia Hall is located on the Karamzininranta side, in front of door K1. See additional instructions for arrival here!