Social Events
Welcome reception
Thursday
At the end of the first conference day (Thursday, 11 June), we will host a welcome reception at Helsinki City Hall.
Remember to sign up for the City Hall reception by June 3, as attendance is subject to prior registration.
Address: Pohjoisesplanadi 11–13, 00170 Helsinki
Cocktail hour
Friday
At the end of the second day (Friday, 12 June), we will host a cocktail hour on the Aalto University campus.
Address: Otakaari 1 D, 02150 Espoo
Photo Aalto University / Mikko Raskinen
Apollo Karaoke
As an additionial social gathering, we invite you to join us at Apollo karaoke bar.
Please note that capacity is limited and pre-booking is required to attend.
Address: Mannerheimintie 16, 00100 Helsinki
For more information: https://apolloliveclub.fi/apollo-karaoke/
Photo apolloliveclub.fi
Run to Sauna Löyly
As an alternative to the cocktail hour, you are welcome to join approximately 10km run from the conference venue in Otaniemi to Sauna Löyly in Helsinki.
Address: run starts at Aalto School of Business, Ekonominaukio 1, 02150 Espoo
Photo Aalto University / Mikko Raskinen
Sauna Löyly
You are also welcome to join us at Sauna Löyly regardless of whether you participate in the run or prefer this option instead of karaoke.
Please note that capacity is limited and pre-booking is required to attend.
Address: Hernesaarenranta 4, 00150 Helsinki
For more information: https://www.loylyhelsinki.fi/
Conference Dinner and Cruise – Saturday
The conference dinner (Saturday, 13 June) will be held on the island of Lonna, a 10-minute ferry ride from Kauppatori (Market Square), Helsinki.
Guests will travel by scenic cruise from Espoo (details below), followed by a welcome drink and a Nordic dinner in a historic seaside setting. The evening continues with live music and dancing. Return transport to Kauppatori is provided by private ferries.
Photo lonna.fi
Dinner on Lonna Island
Lonna Island is part of Helsinki’s archipelago and offers a peaceful setting close to the city. The island is known for its maritime history, sustainability, and local cuisine.
The event takes place in Miinamakasiinit (Mine Storehouses), a historic stone-walled venue with two buildings: one for dinner and one for music and dancing. Between them is a 400 m² terrace with sea views in both directions.
For more information: https://www.lonna.fi/en/
Photo lonna.fi
Cruise to Lonna
We offer a private cruise from New Port Kalanokka to Lonna Island. The port is within walking distance of the conference venue (approx. 1.5 km). Tram and metro connections are also available.
Two boats will depart at approximately 18:15 and 18:30. The cruise takes just over 1 hour through the Helsinki archipelago. Drinks will be served onboard.
Address: New Port Kalanokka, Keilaranta 11, 02150 Espoo
Public ferries also operate between Kauppatori (Market Square) and Lonna every 30–60 minutes for those preferring independent travel.
For more information: https://www.frs-finland.fi/en/scheduled-traffic/suomenlinna-lonna
Photo by Julia Kivelä on frs-finland.fi
Return from Lonna
Private ferries from Lonna to Market Square will depart at 23:00, 00:00, and 01:30 (end of the evening), allowing flexible return times.
Public ferries also run approximately hourly until 00:40.