Events in Helsinki in May 2027
Helsinki has 2 sourced events in May 2027. Compare dates, venues, and ticket sources below, then build the rest of your trip around the events you choose.
The Helsinki calendar for May 2027 leads with these:
- SABATON The Legendary Tour Part 2 - Europe 2027 | Premium aitiolippuMay 8Veikkaus Arena · Source: Ticketmaster
- SOMBR // You Are The Reason Tour // Helsinki | Premium Suite TicketMay 11Veikkaus Arena · Source: Ticketmaster
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Going to Helsinki in May?
Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- May 1 - May 31
Vappu
At 18:00 on April 30, the statue of Havis Amanda at the Market Square is crowned with a student's cap and the revelry begins in the streets.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: seasonal calendar
- May 2
Helsinki City Marathon
Annual marathon event in central Helsinki attracting thousands of runners, featuring a full marathon and shorter races.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- May 15
Helsinki City Run
Half-marathon running event through central Helsinki, open to runners of all levels.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Labour Day · publicMay 1
- Ascension Day · publicMay 6
- Pentecost · publicMay 16
- Long weekend with bridge dayMay 6–May 9
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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