North America's premiere experience of Nordic culture and learning.
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Minneapolis, MN
September 18-20, 2026
Experience FinnFest in
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days in Minneapolis, MN
September 18-20, 2026
North America's premiere experience of Nordic culture and learning.
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Finland leads the world in education, equality, environment, renewable energy, health, sustainability, and more.
OUR GOAL IS TO SHARE THAT EXCELLENCE WITH THE WORLD
FinnFest USA 2026/September 17–20
Minneapolis is FINNeapolis
FinnFest USA 2026 — Minneapolis's Finnish Festival,
September 17–20
The biggest Nordic party is back! Four days. One City. Endless
Spirit. And you don’t have to be a Finn to belong here. We’re
bringing our festival to Minneapolis — and everyone is welcome.
FinnFest is a four-day celebration of culture, music, art,
design, language, food, lectures, and workshops. Come experience
the ideas that make this corner of the world so admired.
Help Keep FinnFest Alive. Get the Full Experience.
This year, we’re inviting 250 people to help make FinnFest USA
2026 possible. If you’ve ever stayed late after a concert, shared
coffee and Finnish treats between sessions, swapped stories after
sauna, or left with new friendships that lasted long after the
weekend ended, this is your chance to help keep that feeling alive
for years to come.
More than 50% of FinnFest’s annual budget comes from festival
pass sales. By becoming one of the Founding 250, you’re helping
bring outstanding performers, speakers, artists, and programming to
Minneapolis while preserving this celebration for future generations.
For many attendees, FinnFest becomes the weekend they talk about all
year: the music, the meals, the laughter, and the feeling that
strangers quickly become friends.
$250
More than $300 in exclusive experiences and benefits
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, join us in honoring
Finnish heritage, culture, and community with a pass designed to
help sustain FinnFest for the future.
Buy in the first 5 days: you could win one of five $50 gas cards,
courtesy of Festival Director Monica Hendrickson.
Buy It Separately
See the Founding 250 value at a glance
What’s Included
Value
Notes
Full Four-Day Festival Pass
$130
Exclusive Founding 250 Merchandise
$65
Only Founding Pass Holders can purchase this merchandise
Saturday Evening Dinner and Transportation to Park
$75
Two Drink Tickets
$20
VIP Seating — 3 Signature Events
Priceless
Not sold separately
VIP Swag Bag will include discounts, giveaways, Finnish
treats, plus your swag bag might include one of our random
prizes placed by FinnFest or our Sponsors
$25+
Not sold separately
Total if bought separately
$315+
Before VIP seating
Founding 250 Price
$250
You save $65 + VIP perks + drawings
Your Founding 250 Pass includes:
Full Four-Day Festival Pass — four days of
programming, September 17–20, 2026
($130 value)
VIP Swag Bag will include discounts, giveaways,
Finnish treats, plus your swag bag might include one of our random
prizes placed by FinnFest or our Sponsors
($25+ value)
VIP Seating at Three Signature Events
Opening Convocation (Thursday)
Evening at Cabooze (Friday)
Evening at Minnehaha Park (Saturday)
Saturday dinner — a memorable evening meal
during one of FinnFest’s signature celebrations
($50 value)
Two Drink Tickets — redeem during Opening
Convocation or Friday night at Cabooze
($20 value)
Exclusive Founding 250 Merchandise
Choose one exclusive design by Agency 61. Additional merchandise
may be purchased at checkout — available only to Founding 250
Passholders.
Option A
Founding 250 sweatshirt
Option B
Founding 250 T-shirt and cap
Dark collectionLight collection
Only 250 available. When they’re gone,
they’re gone.
Already purchased your 4-Day Pass? Don’t worry — you’re
already entered into the drawing for the gas cards.
Already have a festival pass? You can upgrade to Founding 250 and
receive all exclusive VIP benefits.
Prefer a standard pass? Day passes and the 4-Day Festival Pass are
still available below.
Stories & Spotlights/From the festival
Nordic stories, live in Minneapolis
Short highlights here—full features, lodging tips, and artist
spotlights live on our blog. Click through to read more.
Festival news
Experience Finland Without a Passport
Why FinnFest 2026
You don’t need a passport to experience Finland—music, heritage,
wellness, sisu, and community, all in Minneapolis this September.
Book at Hilton Minneapolis and be part of making FinnFest 2026
possible—on-site sauna, steps from programming, and every room
in our block helps support the festival.
Whether you’re joining for a single day or all four, there’s
a pass for you. Your purchase helps bring Finnish, Finnish American,
Nordic, and local culture to life in Minneapolis.
The Full Festival Pass covers core festival programming at the
Hilton Minneapolis Downtown and the American Swedish Institute
(ASI). Select events and special experiences are ticketed
separately.
Day Pass
From $33.75
Pick the day that works for you. Separate passes on Eventbrite
(service fees at checkout): Thursday Convocation & Evening
Reception ($39.21) · Friday ($50.12) · Saturday
($50.12) · Sunday ($33.75).
4-Day Festival Pass
From $130
Four incredible days of music, speakers, culture, and community
at the Hilton Minneapolis Downtown and the American Swedish
Institute (ASI).
Your 4-day pass includes:
Live music and performances
Inspiring speakers and timely discussions
Finnish food, traditions, and culture
The Tori exhibits and live music
Community, connection, and celebration
Thursday
Sept 17
Opening Convocation + VIP Reception.
All Day Tours announced soon (separate ticket).
Friday
Sept 18
Full day of programming + live music + films + exhibits at the
Hilton Minneapolis Downtown.
Saturday
Sept 19
Full day of programming + live music + films + exhibits at the
Hilton Minneapolis Downtown.
Sunday
Sept 20
Family-friendly programming + live music + self-guided mansion
tour at the American Swedish Institute.
Pääpuhujat/Huvudtalare/Keynote
Five Finnish Women Making Their Mark in America
Meet Eeppi Ursin, Ida Metsberg, Petra Jasmiina, Johanna Telander,
and Ruut — five extraordinary women born in Finland, working as
artists in America. Their work spans music, visual art,
performance, and more. Together, they represent a new chapter in
the story of Finland and America.
Eeppi Ursin
Singer · Songwriter
Ida Metsberg
Singer · Songwriter
Petra Jasmiina
Singer · Songwriter
Johanna Telander
Singer · Songwriter
Ruut
Singer · Songwriter
Esiintyjä/Artist/Featured Artist
Eeppi Ursin
Eeppi Ursin is one of Finland’s most distinctive voices — a
singer, songwriter, and performer whose artistry bridges Finnish
tradition and contemporary American music culture. We’re proud to
feature Eeppi at FinnFest USA 2026 in Minneapolis.
Performance details
DateSeptember 18–20, 2026
LocationMinneapolis, Minnesota
Näytelmä/Pjäs/Theater
The John Morton Play
Among the signature events of FinnFest USA 2026 is a theatrical
production honoring John Morton — a founding figure whose Finnish
heritage shaped American history.
Plus, join acclaimed historian Jay Smith for an engaging
presentation exploring Finnish heritage and its influence on early
America.
These signature events will be a highlight of the festival and
connects our celebration to America’s 250th anniversary.
Brought to you by:
Majoitus/Boende/Stay
Stay Where the Festival Happens
The Hilton Minneapolis is the official host hotel for FinnFest USA
2026—and the center of the festival experience.
Wake up just steps from programming, concerts, exhibits,
receptions, and evening entertainment. There's no missing out on
spontaneous conversations with fellow attendees!
Reserve your room early to receive our special FinnFest rate while
rooms are available.
Minneapolis is one of America’s most livable and vibrant cities —
celebrated for its arts scene, culinary culture, outdoor trails,
and warm Midwestern spirit. Whether you’re visiting for the first
time or coming home, the Twin Cities make the perfect backdrop for
FinnFest USA 2026.
Volunteers are the heartbeat of FinnFest USA. We need enthusiastic
helpers throughout the weekend — morning and afternoon shifts,
evening events, and off-site activities. In return, you’ll
experience the festival at no cost and be part of something truly
special.
FinnFest USA 2026 is made possible by the generosity of our
sponsors — organizations that believe in the power of culture,
community, and connection. We are grateful to Finlandia
Foundation, Agency 61, and American Swedish Institute for their
support in
bringing this festival to Minneapolis. Kiitos — from the bottom
of our hearts.
Agency 61
Finlandia Foundation
American Swedish Institute
Interested in becoming a sponsor? FinnFest USA 2026 offers
meaningful opportunities to connect your organization with a
passionate, engaged audience celebrating Finnish and Nordic
culture.
Contact us to learn more
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Uutiskirje/Nyhetsbrev/Stay In The Loop
Short on details? We prefer to call it
strategic mystery.
We’re working on it. Probably over coffee. Definitely over coffee.
Going to a new city like Minneapolis is giving us SOOO many ideas.
We are almost done programming — we promise. Sign up for our
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