Spring Awakenings in Finland

As the chill of winter recedes and nature awakens, Finland bursts into life with a plethora of creative opportunities and energizing outdoor events targeted to locals and tourists alike, especially around Helsinki Metropolitan Area. Rejuvenate your team in a unique setting in Finland with a blend of artistic endeavors and nature-centric activities that celebrate the rejuvenation of spring.

Creative workshops to ignite your team’s imagination

Helsinki’s vibrant arts scene flourishes in spring, providing numerous opportunities for both locals and visitors to immerse themselves in creative pursuits. Here are some standout workshops to consider:

• Pottery wheel workshops at a Helsinki pottery art studio:  Plan a mindful hands-on escape for your team. Led by a professional ceramic artisan in a well-known pottery art studio, these sessions invite participants to craft their own wild clay planter pots, connecting deeply with Finnish earth and traditional pottery techniques. 

• Painting workshops: These workshops offer a relaxed environment to create your own masterpiece, guided by experienced instructors. 

• Floral design workshop: Engage in a creative hands-on workshop where you can design stunning floral arrangements. You can donate them to a local school or elderly people’s home or use them as props to take your photos. 

In addition, Next Travel offers exclusive workshops designed to enhance your creative skills and bring back unique handmade sustainable souvenirs home made by your hands in Finland.

• Personalized art creation: Craft your own piece of art under the guidance of a professional painter, allowing your creativity to flourish.

• Ceramic masterclass with top Finnish brands’ artisans: Collaborate with renowned ceramic artists two of Finland’s best-known design and lifestyle brands to decorate your own plate or mug, blending traditional Finnish design with your personal touch.

• Chocolate crafting experience: Dive into the flavorful world of chocolate-making and create your own custom chocolate bar.

• Custom coffee blending: Learn the art of coffee blending and develop a unique brew that suits your palate perfectly in the land with the highest consumption of coffee worldwide.

• Signature cocktail workshop: Mix and shake your way to creating the cocktail of your dreams with expert mixologists in the Finnish nature.

Unique spring outdoor activities

Spring in Finland offers a variety of outdoor experiences beyond the usual trails and parks to nature enthusiasts. Below we list exceptional activities to immerse yourself in the Finnish nature:

• Murderous nature tours: Join a safe yet thought provoking tour, where you will get valid info of the dangers in Finnish nature led by a professional wilderness guide. How to tell whether a berry is edible or inedible? What risks lie in different seasons? What's the most dangerous animal in Finland? 

• Culinary forest walks: Participate in a ‘Food Walk in the Woods’, where you’ll forage for natural ingredients and learn to prepare a meal amidst nature.

• Wine in the woods: Enjoy  curated wine tastings in serene forest settings, combining the pleasures of fine wine with the tranquility of nature.

• Nordic skating on natural ice trails: As the ice begins to melt, seize the last opportunity to glide over natural ice surfaces, a quintessential Nordic experience.

• Kayaking adventures: Navigate the pristine waterways around Helsinki, exploring coastal landscapes and nearby archipelagos.

Events in Helsinki

• Get smitten by cherry blossoms in Helsinki: Enjoy a picnic under 152 pink blossomed cherry trees in a cherry tree park planted from the Japanese community in Helsinki. In spring the Japanese Hanami festival is celebrated here when the trees are in bloom (exact dates depend on the weather)
  

• Celebrate May Day: Known as 'Vappu' (in Finnish), it is one of the biggest and most vibrant celebrations in Finland, and downtown Helsinki is the perfect place to experience it. This lively festival blends Labor Day with a joyful student tradition, creating an atmosphere filled with music, champagne, traditional treats, and live performances, making it a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors.

These activities, curated by Next Travel, provide authentic Finnish experiences that cater to a range of interests. Contact us for your own tailored-made itinerary!