FinnFest USA 2026 Minneapolis

90+ Experiences. Four Days. One Unforgettable Finnish Festival.

Shop. Listen. Learn. Connect.

September 17–20 · Minneapolis

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Lippu Tickets

Experience FinnFest Your Way

Choose a four-day festival pass or a single day. Checkout opens right here on finnfest.us through Eventbrite.

4-Day Festival Pass

From $130 · about $142.83 at checkout

Four days of music, culture, history, and special events at the Hilton Minneapolis Downtown and the American Swedish Institute. Tours and some special experiences may be separate.

Day Passes

Join us for a single day. Prices below are recent Eventbrite checkout totals.

Thursday Convocation & Evening Reception — about $39.21
Friday Day Pass — about $50.12
Saturday Day Pass — about $50.12
Sunday Day Pass — $20

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Kauppa Shop

Put a Little More Sisu in Your Closet!

The new FinnFest merchandise collection is here—and it’s available exclusively online!

Discover wearable, giftable and wonderfully Finnish finds created for the FinnFest community. Treat yourself, surprise your favorite Finn or start your holiday shopping early.

Here’s the Scoop

Everything is made to order, which means your merchandise is created especially for you after you place your order.

Simply shop and pay online, and your order will be shipped directly to your door. No onsite pickup. No squeezing another sweatshirt into your suitcase. Just a little Finnish happiness delivered straight to you!

Shop the FinnFest Collection

Made to order. Shipped to you. Finnish spirit included.

Kohokohdat Featured

Featured at FinnFest

Four can’t-miss experiences — keynote, Paleface, Morton, and the free Tori marketplace.

Saturday · Ticket feature

Robert Strand

Saturday, September 19 · 10:30 a.m.–noon · Symphony Ballroom 3

Can capitalism be competitive, sustainable and genuinely good for people? Robert Strand, author of Nordic Capitalism, explores what America can learn from Nordic countries. Included with a Saturday or four-day FinnFest pass.

Friday · Two ways to hear him

Paleface

Finnish artist Karri “Paleface” Miettinen — hip-hop, folk tradition, and fearless social commentary.

Paleface Unplugged — Friday, 1–2 p.m., Tori Stage
Free evening at The Cabooze — Friday, 7–11 p.m.

Paleface details

Saturday · Free

MORTON: The Forgotten Founder

Sept 19 · 6:00 p.m. · Minnehaha Park

A funny, energetic history play with music — plus Lauluaika for live Finnish folk music and dancing. Free and open to everyone.

Plan your free evening

Fri + Sat · Free marketplace

Free Tori Nordic Fair

Sept 18–19 · Hilton Minneapolis · Second floor

Shop Nordic makers and Finnish American organizations, browse FinnFest merchandise, and catch the full Tori Stage schedule — no festival pass required.

Marketplace vendors & exhibitors listed on the Tori page
Complete Friday & Saturday Tori Stage lineup

Explore the Free Tori

Ilmainen Free

More free experiences

Tori, Paleface at The Cabooze, Free Finnish Evening, Young Professionals, and more — see every free offering in one place.

Explore Free Events Schedule

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

Nordic Business Luncheon

Hobnob with Nordic-minded business connections

Friday at the American Swedish Institute—networking, a brief program with Nordic business leaders, and a ticket about $55.57 at checkout that includes a Saturday day pass. Hosted with FACC-MN.

Finlandia Foundation National — Finland in America

Sponsor spotlight

Finlandia Foundation National at FinnFest

History, music & community

Ruut, Jay Smith, a free Morton play at Minnehaha Park, Lauluaika, and Young Leaders—FFN’s partnership woven through FinnFest 2026.

Agency61 — creative agency and FinnFest USA 2026 sponsor

Sponsor spotlight

Agency61 at FinnFest 2026

Creative leverage for Minneapolis

The best ideas don’t shout—they travel. Meet the Minnesota agency supporting Friday’s business luncheon and bringing fresh creative energy to FinnFest.

Finnish Pioneer Park sign and log cabin at Temperance Corner near Cokato, Minnesota

Plan your visit

Discover Finnish America

Minneapolis to Cokato tour

Guided bus tour to the oldest continuously active Finnish American community in the U.S.—Temperance Corner, pasties, and living heritage west of Minneapolis.

Turnblad Mansion at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis

Plan your visit

A Perfect FinnFest Sunday

Art, history & FIKA at ASI

Your Sunday ticket includes the American Swedish Institute—Eyes as Big as Plates, the Turnblad Mansion, and maybe the best soup in Minneapolis.

Artist feature

The FinnFest 2026 Music Lineup

Sound of Finland in America

Meet the lineup—from five Finland-born women artists to Jonathan Rundman—and why music is the heart of FinnFest, September 17–20.

FinnFest stage: colorful Finnish fashion and design with festival panelists

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.

Plan your visit

Stay at the Heart of FinnFest

Official host hotel

Stay at Hilton Minneapolis — the official host hotel and center of the FinnFest experience. The official room block is now closed; contact the hotel directly for availability.

Renee Vaughan

Musician · Educator

Renee Vaughan brings Swedish folk traditions to life through the nyckelharpa, storytelling, dance, and community engagement across the Upper Midwest.

Jonathan Rundman

Singer-songwriter · Author

Jonathan Rundman explores Finnish-American identity through music, literature, and history—folk, rock, and Nordic storytelling with warmth and wit.

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Lippu Biljett Tickets

Start to Finnish for $130.

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 $20

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 ($20).

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 traditions and culture
The Tori exhibits and live music
Community, connection, and celebration

Thursday

Sept 17

Opening Convocation & Evening Reception (included with the four-day pass). Cokato Tour is a 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.

Artistit Featured Artists

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

Schedule

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

Schedule

Majoitus Boende Stay

Stay at the Hilton Minneapolis

The Hilton Minneapolis is the official host hotel for FinnFest USA 2026 and the center of the festival experience.

The official FinnFest room block is now closed. If you still need a room, please contact the Hilton Minneapolis directly to check current availability.

Stay close to the programming, concerts, exhibits, receptions, and evening entertainment, and be right where the FinnFest experience is happening.

Contact Hilton Minneapolis directly for room availability.

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Parking: See options below — also linked from the menu and quick links as Parking. Downtown rates can change during events—always check posted signs before you park.

Hilton Minneapolis

1001 South Marquette Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403

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Parking near FinnFest / the Hilton

Important: Downtown parking rates and restrictions can change during concerts, conventions, and other special events. Always check the posted signs or entrance rate before you park. Rates below were checked July 19, 2026 and are subject to change.

Location	Approx. distance	What to know
Hilton / 11th Street Underground 1030 2nd Avenue South	Beneath the Hilton	Guest self-parking currently listed at about $30/day with in/out privileges. Public garage pricing may differ and may not include re-entry.
Leamington Ramp 1001 2nd Avenue South	~1 block	Nearby option. Posted maximum generally about $15 for up to 24 hours; event pricing may apply.
11th at Marquette Ramp 1111 Marquette Avenue	~1 block	Posted maximum generally about $15 for up to 24 hours. Lower evening or weekend rates may be available; event pricing may apply.
Plaza Parking Ramp 117 South 12th Street	~2–3 blocks	Backup near the Minneapolis Convention Center. Rates vary; special-event pricing may apply.

Quick pick: Hotel guests who need in/out → Hilton self-parking. Volunteers and day guests → Leamington or 11th at Marquette. Mobility needs → Hilton garage (directly beneath the hotel).

Kaupunki Staden The City

Welcome to Minneapolis

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.

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Vapaaehtoiset Volontärer Volunteer

Volunteer at FinnFest — Get In FREE!

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.

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Kiitos Tack Thank You

Kiitos

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 our partners for their support in bringing this festival to Minneapolis. Kiitos — from the bottom of our hearts.

Agency 61
Finlandia Foundation
American Swedish Institute
Minneapolis Arts & Cultural Affairs
Finnish American Chamber of Commerce Minnesota
Faegre Drinker

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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Get festival updates, schedule reminders, and the good stuff as it drops — probably over coffee.

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Ohjelma Schema Schedule

The FinnFest Schedule Is Out!

The full FinnFest schedule is now live. Start planning your four days of Finnish music, culture, history, wellness, and community in Minneapolis.

Preview the schedule and start building your FinnFest weekend.

View the FinnFest Schedule

More details and updates are still to come. For now, grab a cup of coffee, take a look, and start deciding what you don’t want to miss.

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90+ Experiences. Four Days. One Unforgettable Finnish Festival.

Experience FinnFest Your Way

4-Day Festival Pass

Day Passes

Put a Little More Sisu in Your Closet!

Here’s the Scoop

Featured at FinnFest

Robert Strand

Paleface

MORTON: The Forgotten Founder

Free Tori Nordic Fair

More free experiences

Nordic stories, live in Minneapolis

Nordic Business Luncheon

Finlandia Foundation National at FinnFest

Agency61 at FinnFest 2026

Discover Finnish America

A Perfect FinnFest Sunday

The FinnFest 2026 Music Lineup

Experience Finland Without a Passport

Stay at the Heart of FinnFest

Renee Vaughan

Jonathan Rundman

Five Finnish Women Making Their Mark in America

Eeppi Ursin

Stay at the Hilton Minneapolis

Parking near FinnFest / the Hilton

Welcome to Minneapolis

Volunteer at FinnFest — Get In FREE!

Kiitos

Stay in the loop

The FinnFest Schedule Is Out!

More than a festival,
it’s a way of life.