Credits: Anna-Kaisa Noki-Helmanen, Feather on the Move
Credits: Anna-Kaisa Noki-Helmanen, Feather on the Move
Finland offers event planners a winning combination: stunning natural landscapes and world-class conference facilities
26.3.2025
Visit the Finland stand F250 at IMEX Frankfurt (May 20-22, 2025) and update your information on this Nordic country that is both a winter wonderland and a serene summer haven – and the happiest country in the world. In March, for the eighth year in a row, Finland was named the happiest country in the world by the annual United Nations World Happiness Report, holding the top title since 2018.
Finland presents a unique blend for event planners: the thrill of untouched nature alongside modern conference centers and event venues. From the serene beauty of its lakes and forests to the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Northern Lights, Finland offers spectacular and sustainable settings for any event.
On our stand you can explore the opportunities of some of the most popular destinations, conference venues, hotels and DMC’s in Finland.
Meet our partners: Conference venues
Finland boasts a diverse selection of high-quality venues, accommodating everything from large-scale conferences of up to 10,000 attendees to smaller gatherings in cozy log cabins suitable for 20 guests.
Finlandia Hall, a masterpiece by great Finnish architect Alvar Aalto, is the leading congress, event and entertainment venue in Finland. The venue is centrally located in the heart of Helsinki by the Töölönlahti Bay, within walking distance from various international hotels. Finlandia Hall offers more than 40 unique conference and event spaces ranging from 20 to 1700 seats. Security and sustainability are automatically included in all processes, and all facilities are equipped with the latest, state-of-the-art lighting and presentation technology, topped off with fast and free of charge wi-fi. Brochures, floor plans and more information on the premises and services are available here. Johanna Vappula, Senior Sales Manager International Sales: johanna.vappula (at) finlandiatalo.fi
Helsinki Congress Paasitorni is located in a historic building which has been tastefully restored. This full-service venue houses nearly 30 characterful and adaptable meeting, party and event spaces for up to 800 participants, complemented by five individual restaurants and 170 hotel rooms. Learn more and download Paasitorni's brochure here. Anu Penttilä, Chief Commercial Officer: anu.penttila (at) paasitorni.fi
Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre (Messukeskus) is one of the largest venues in the Nordic countries. The venue boasts 7 halls and 13 lecture halls complemented with 40 spacious meeting rooms with natural light in the Conference Centre. All facilities boast top-notch technical services including free wi-fi. The venue caters for small and large events. Security, sustainability and flexibility are embedded in all operations. The venue brochure is available here. Kaiju Pitkänen, Congress Manager: kaiju.pitkanen (at) messukeskus.com
Helsinki Congress Paasitorni
Hotels and resorts
Whether you're planning a small corporate gathering or a large-scale conference, Finland's hotels offer a range of properties to suit every event. Choose from stylish boutique hotels, luxurious lodges nestled in nature, or inspiring venues in beautifully converted historic buildings.
Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort is renowned for its iconic Glass Igloos, where guests can sleep under the mesmerizing Northern Lights. The resort is surrounded by the vast Urho Kekkonen National Park, providing the perfect backdrop for numerous unforgettable excursions, from reindeer and husky adventures to meeting Santa or panning for gold. Utsjoki Arctic Resort, located 450 kilometres above the Arctic Circle, was launched in 2023. This new property offers breathtaking views and is just an hour's drive from the Arctic Sea, where guests can experience the thrill of King Crab fishing. Discover the resort presentations: Kakslauttanen & Utsjoki Arctic Resort Joti Nalluri, Director of Sales & Marketing: joti.nalluri (at) kakslauttanen.fi
NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa Hotel is a high-end hotel that combines historical settings with modern hospitality. Located in the most central spot in Helsinki, between the railway station and busiest shopping street, the hotel features 224 stylish rooms. The Hansa Café Bar & Brasserie and the hotel's versatile meeting and event spaces provide the perfect venue for unforgettable events. NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa is part of global Minor Hotels. Explore the hotel and its facilities here. Johanna Tyynelä, Director of Sales: j.tyynela (at) nh-hotels.com
Sokos Hotels boast nearly 400 meeting and conference venues with restaurants accompanied by first class hotel rooms and services. Radisson Hotel Chain operates in Finland on a franchise basis with eight unique Radisson Blu Hotels and one Radisson RED Hotel. All hotels in Finland are located in the heart of the city or in a resort destination. In Helsinki, the largest hotel can host events of up to 600 guests. You can download a comprehensive presentation of Sokos Hotels and Radisson Hotels in Finland here. Iris Kiviharju, Key Account Manager: iris.kiviharju (at) sok.fi
Strawberry Hotel Group Finland provides both business and luxury-style accommodation options and first-class opportunities for meetings & events with up to 800 guests in more than 20 hotels in Finland. To explore the Strawberry properties in Finland, you can download the presentation here. Lilli Herrala, Senior Sales Manager, Meetings & Events: lilli.herrala (at) strawberry.fi
Helsinki Grand Hansa
Credits: NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa
Full service DMC's
In Finland, responsible business events come naturally. With spacious facilities, easy access to nature, and a commitment to safety, we make effortless and secure events a reality. Our reliable local DMCs are here to ensure every detail is handled seamlessly.
Lappish values, such as nature, local culture and traditions meet the modern and up-to-date design with Arctic Incentives. Arctic Incentives by Lapland Safaris creates inspiring and unforgettable journeys to Finnish Lapland. Social and environmental responsibility are an essential part of the services. Explore a sample programme in Lapland in winter here. Marika Tomminen, Head of Incentives: marika.tomminen (at) laplandsafaris.fi
DMC Nordic Finland is a trusted destination management partner, offering full-service expertise with a team of local specialists and established throughout Finland and Lapland. Tuomas Luukkonen, Manager: tuomas (at) dmc-nordic.com
Elämys DMC Finland is a Destination Management Company and Professional Congress Organizer based in Finland. Specializing in organizing unique and personalized business events, Elämys caters to corporate incentives, business events, employee retreats, corporate travel and events, tailor-made experiences for corporate customers, meetings, seminars and conferences. Sustainability and transparency are the core values of all operations. For more ideas and inspiration, see the presentation here. Mari Viitanen, Sales Manager: mari.viitanen (at) elamysgroup.com
Credits: Lapland Safaris
Destinations and national airline Finnair
For memorable business events, Finland presents several destinations, each offering modern facilities and expert event support.
Helsinki is the leading congress city in Finland and has first-class congress facilities and hotels. The Finnish capital is known as a versatile, functional, and inspiring city where congresses and events are run with devotion emphasizing sustainability. Helsinki is easy to reach from everywhere in the world: all major European destinations are covered with direct flights, most within 2-3 hours. Helsinki Convention Bureau offers free-of-charge assistance for all congress and event organisers. For materials, like Helsinki Convention Support Package and Sustainable Meeting Guidelines, visit Helsinki Convention Bureau’s website. meetings (at) helsinkipartners.com
Oulu is a lively urban city in northern Finland, surrounded by sea and nature. The city has a compact city center and high-quality meeting and accommodation options. In the wintertime, the visitors are amazed by the frozen sea. In the summer, the midnight sun shines through the night. Oulu is a university city, offering wide selection of educational travel products as well as technical visit itineraries. Your event in Oulu will be your own unique Northern Experience. Visit Oulu and Oulu Convention Bureau help you arrange a successful event. Materials and presentations are available here. Anniina Merikanto, Head of Business Events: anniina (at) visitoulu.fi
Founded in 1923, Finnair is the fifth oldest still operating airline. Finnair is a network carrier specialised in connecting Europe, North America, Asia and Middle East via the transfer-friendly Helsinki hub. From Helsinki, Finnair flies to 100 destinations around the world. Customers have chosen Finnair as the Best Airline in Northern Europe in the Skytrax Awards for 14 consecutive years. Finnair is a member of the oneworld alliance. Finnair is also the official airline of Santa Claus and the Moomins. For images, videos and press releases, visit the Finnair material bank. Jan Pellinen, Regional Manager Germany, Austria & Switzerland: jan.pellinen (at) finnair.com
Credits: Lauri Rotko / Visit Helsinki
See you at IMEX Frankfurt!
Plan your next business event in Finland, where modern cities and breathtaking landscapes meet. From versatile venues to impactful CSR initiatives, we have everything you need for a successful and memorable event.
Watch our videos on YouTube to see what events in the happiest country of the world can look like - and contact the Finland Convention Bureau today to find the perfect venue for your next event or incentive.
IMEX takes place at Messe Frankfurt, May 20-22, 2025.
Credits: Konsta Punkka
More inspiration
In the latest UIA ranking of the most popular congress destinations, Finland ranks number 16 in the global comparison – and is the most popular congress country in the Nordics. Finland continues to draw international associations to hold their congresses, and 2025 promises to be another successful year. Finland has a promising lineup of association meetings and congresses confirmed for 2025 - and we have listed some of them on our website.