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Free Tori Nordic Fair
Friday, Sept. 18, 9–5 + Saturday, Sept. 19, 9–4 · Hilton Minneapolis Downtown
A two-day Nordic marketplace with exhibitors, Finnish finds and live Tori Stage performances.
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FREE at FinnFest
You do not need a festival pass to start experiencing Finland in Minneapolis. Shop, listen, discover and join the celebration through FinnFest’s free public events.
Come free. Find your way in. Stay for more.
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Paleface — Free at The Cabooze
Friday, Sept. 18, 7–11 p.m. · The Cabooze
International Finnish hip-hop, folk tradition and Minneapolis–Helsinki cultural exchange in one electric night.
Free
Free Finnish Evening
Saturday, Sept. 19 · 6:00 p.m. · Minnehaha Park Pavilion
Morton: The Forgotten Founder, a new play with music, followed by live music and dancing with Lauluaika.
Free
Young Professionals Networking Hour
Sunday, September 20 · Free and open to all
Wrap up FinnFest weekend by making connections that last beyond the festival. A relaxed, in-person gathering for young professionals in the Finnish-American community — whether you’re building your career, exploring your Finnish roots, or looking to meet like-minded people. Light refreshments will be served.
Sponsored by Finlandia Foundation National. Completely free — no FinnFest day pass or weekend pass required. All are welcome. Space is limited.
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A Friday, Saturday or four-day FinnFest pass opens the doors to the talks, workshops, films and performances happening throughout the Hilton—and helps turn a free taste of FinnFest into a full festival weekend.