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Whether you’re joining for a single day or the full festival, there’s a pass for you. Choose below, then check out through FinnFest’s official Eventbrite listing — right here on finnfest.us.
FinnFest USA is a non-profit committed to celebrating and preserving Nordic culture in the United States. Your ticket purchase acts as a donation to FinnFest USA to develop over 90 program tracks every year.
$130 face · about $142.83 at checkout
Four days of core FinnFest programming (Sept 17–20), including Thursday Convocation & Evening Reception plus Friday–Sunday events at Hilton Minneapolis Downtown and the American Swedish Institute. Tours and some special experiences may be separate. Sales end September 20, 2026.
About $39.21 at checkout
Hilton Minneapolis — opening Convocation and Evening Reception. 4-day pass holders do not need a separate ticket for this event. Sales end September 20, 2026.
About $50.12 at checkout
Full Friday programming at Hilton Minneapolis Downtown. Sales end September 20, 2026.
About $50.12 at checkout
Full Saturday programming at Hilton Minneapolis Downtown. Sales end September 20, 2026.
$20
Sunday programming at the American Swedish Institute (family-friendly day + mansion access as listed in the program). Sales end September 20, 2026.
About $55.57 at checkout
Friday, September 18 · American Swedish Institute · hosted with FACC-MN
The Nordic Business Luncheon — 125 seats with Nordic and Minnesota business leaders at every table. Program includes Robert Strand on Nordic Capitalism, Elias Revonta (Ocason Medical), Uponor / Georg Fischer leaders, and more. Reception 11:00 AM · program 11:30 AM · lunch 12:15 PM.
Includes a Saturday day pass — Strand’s keynote, business panels, and festival programming on Saturday.
About $55.57 at checkout
Two adult Sunday day passes plus your children living at home age 17 and under. Students age 18+ are $10 extra each. Sales end September 20, 2026.
About $71.94 at checkout
Valid student ID required at registration. Does not include Thursday Evening Reception — purchase the Thursday pass separately if you want that event. Sales end September 20, 2026.
About $22.85 at checkout
Affordable day pass for students with valid ID. Sales end September 20, 2026.
About $11.94 at checkout
Daily rate for children ages 13–18. Sales end September 17, 2026.
$60 face · about $66.48 at checkout
Thursday, September 17 · Registration closes September 4
Guided bus tour from Minneapolis to Cokato — Minnesota’s oldest continuously active Finnish American community. Shuttle boards 8:00 a.m. at the Hilton Downtown Minneapolis. $60 face includes lunch and transportation. Optional add-on: requires a separate ticket in addition to your FinnFest 4-day pass or day pass. Registration closes September 4, 2026 (standalone ticket); add-on sales end September 17.
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. |
On-street: Limited metered spaces near Marquette Avenue, 2nd Avenue South, and nearby cross streets. Time limits and rules vary—pay at the meter or with the MPLS Parking app, and always read the signs at your exact space. Street parking is best for short visits; for an all-day shift, a ramp is usually easier.
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).
Tip: photograph the parking sign, meter number, or ramp level before you leave your vehicle.
FinnFest offers single-day passes, a four-day festival pass, the Nordic Business Luncheon (about $55.57 at checkout), student and family options, a youth day pass (ages 13–18), and separately ticketed tours such as the Cokato Tour. Current options and checkout totals appear in the official Eventbrite ticket picker.
The standard four-day festival pass is $130 before Eventbrite service fees and sales tax shown at checkout (recently about $142.83 all-in). Prices and availability can change — use Buy Tickets on this page for the current total.
Core FinnFest programming September 17–20, including live music and performances, speakers and discussions, Finnish and Nordic cultural programs, films, exhibits, workshops, and community experiences at the main venues. Tours, certain meals, and specially marked experiences may require separate tickets.
Yes. Student 4-day and student day passes require a valid student ID at registration. The Sunday Family Package includes two adult day passes plus children living at home age 17 and under (students 18+ are $10 extra each). Teens ages 13–18 can use the Children’s Pass (daily rate).
Yes. The FinnFest Tori is free and open to the public on Friday and Saturday. Ticketed programs outside the free Tori require the appropriate pass.
Some tours (for example Cokato), meals, and special experiences are separately ticketed. Check each listing: included with pass, free and open to the public, or separate ticket required.
Use the Buy Tickets buttons on this page (and elsewhere on finnfest.us). They open FinnFest USA’s official Eventbrite checkout. Avoid unofficial resellers.
Eventbrite sends an order confirmation to the email used at checkout. Bring the mobile ticket or printed confirmation if requested at check-in. Check spam or promotions folders if it does not arrive.
The full FinnFest 2026 schedule is online — browse by day, venue, or search: finnfest.us/schedule.
Yes. Hilton Minneapolis is the official host hotel for Friday and Saturday festival activity. The official FinnFest room block is now closed — contact the Hilton Minneapolis directly for current availability.
See the full parking table above: Parking near FinnFest / the Hilton. Downtown rates can change during events—always check posted signs before you park.
Yes — see the Volunteer page for roles and SignUpGenius signup.
Email Volunteers@finnfest.us with ticket questions.