From fashion fairs to equestrian contests The Helsinki Fair Centre in Pasila is the scene of both many kinds of fairs and a great variety of congresses, symposia and other gatherings. The centre has a total of 57,000 sq. Travel, spring gardens, fashion, health, sport, interior decoration and education are regular fair themes. The Helsinki International Horse Show, a top-flight event that requires lots of indoor space, is held at the centre every autumn. A milestone in the life of the centre will come in December this year when the EU summit takes place there.
Companies also hire out facilities for meetings and other functions.
Wanha Satama, once a bonded warehouse, has a very unique ambience. A recent star billing was the Riverdance group from Ireland. Rock and pop concerts are held at the Ice Hall. The same goes for the nearby Olympic Stadium, where the list of star guests includes such names as the Rolling Stones and U2. Congress centres The Grand Marina Hotel stands quite close to Wanha Satama.