Ever wondered how Espoo comes alive every August? That’s Espoo-päivä—a city-wide festival full of music, culture, history, and community fun!
Key Dates You Can’t Miss
- 1556 – The Espoo Manor foundation agreement was signed on 27 August. That’s the historic date that inspired Espoo Day!
- 1992 – The first official Espoo-päivä celebrated Espoo’s 20th city anniversary.
- 2019 – The festival expanded to a full weekend, now officially held on the last Saturday of August.
- 2025 – Mark your calendars for Friday 29 August & Saturday 30 August, with the theme “Responsibly Together!”
Fun Facts That Make Espoo-päivä Awesome
- Free and Open to Everyone! Most events don’t cost a thing.
- Community-Powered: Anyone—residents, local groups, or businesses—can host an event.
- Something for Everyone: Music, dance, theater, workshops, picnics, museums—you name it!
- Yearly Themes: Each year brings a fresh focus, like 2025’s “Responsibly Together!”
- Espoo’s Biggest Party: It’s the largest annual festival in the city, turning Espoo into one giant celebration.
Espoo-päivä isn’t just a festival—it’s a city coming together, a history lesson wrapped in fun, and the perfect way to enjoy Espoo’s vibrant community every year!
