Getting to Viaporin kekri and Good to Know

Getting to Viapori kekri

Getting to Viapori kekri is not only a special experience but also an easy one! Throughout the event, the HSL ferry operates with increased frequency between Market Square and Suomenlinna. You can check the latest timetables in the HSL Journey Planner (opens in a new tab).

In addition, FRS Finland’s water bus runs from Market Square directly to the heart of the festivities at Tykistönlahti for most of the event period. Tickets can also be booked in advance, allowing you to secure a seat even during the busiest hours. The water bus offers hot drinks and light refreshments for purchase on board.

Timetables, ticket prices, and bookings are available on the FRS Finland website (opens in a new tab).

Good to Know

True to its name, Viapori kekri is a dark and atmospheric urban event set in perhaps Helsinki’s most intriguing district. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather, plan your visit a little in advance, and bring along a sense of adventure!

Here are a few tips for your kekri evening:

• Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate footwear. Viapori kekri takes place across two islands, and the event route can be up to one kilometer long.
• Dress appropriately for outdoor transfers. Most Viapori kekri events take place indoors, behind dozens of different doors. This means the event is well worth attending even in less-than-ideal weather. For moving between venues, however, it is advisable to bring suitable outerwear, such as a warm jacket or a windproof and waterproof coat and hat.
• Feel free to bring your own flashlight. The event route is illuminated with atmospheric lighting that suits a dark urban event, but having your own light source can add comfort during your adventure.
• Plan your evening in advance using the categorized program on the event website!

Start Your Visit at the Visitor Centre

If you arrive in Suomenlinna by HSL ferry, the best way to begin your Viapori kekri experience is to head first to the Visitor Centre at the Jetty Barracks. There you can get the best tips for the kekri evening as well as useful advice for exploring Suomenlinna in general.