Helsinki Pride 2025

Today, Helsinki Pride is Finland’s most visible cultural and human rights event and one of Helsinki’s largest summer events. However, its roots dating back to the Liberation Days are still strongly visible. Protests still play an important role in the Pride parade alongside joyful celebrations. Despite the increased number of visitors, the park party has also been held as a joint celebration open to everyone and free of charge.

The number of participants in the Helsinki Pride parade has grown dramatically: in 2017, approximately 35,000 people participated in the parade, while the following year there were almost 100,000 participants. Helsinki Pride Week now consists of events organized by over a hundred different actors. Youth Pride Week, which has also become established as a separate entity, brings together hundreds of young people for youth-led events every day of the week.

Alongside employees and volunteers, the event is made possible by a diverse group of supporters, rainbow community members and allies, organizations and businesses.

Through our year-round collaboration, social and youth work, events and training, we support and promote the well-being and rights of LGBTQIA+ people – and change the world with pride!