Helsinki Coffee Festival and the Ice Cream & Chocolate Carnival will take place on April 25–27, 2025, at the same time and in the same venue, Helsinki’s Cable Factory. Both events were sold out in 2024 and set new audience records. A single ticket grants access to both events, allowing visitors to explore both Helsinki Coffee Festival and the Ice Cream & Chocolate Carnival.
Helsinki Coffee Festival
A high-quality, immersive event bringing together the best coffees, teas, kombuchas, ice creams, and chocolates. As the largest coffee festival in Northern Europe, Helsinki Coffee Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2025. Visitors can taste coffees and teas from both small and large roasteries, test coffee equipment, learn different brewing methods, and discover new favorite flavors.
The event also hosts competitions to select the best filter coffee, decaf coffee, espresso, kombucha, and teas in various categories. Additionally, the Roastery of the Year will be crowned.
Ice Cream & Chocolate Carnival
The Ice Cream & Chocolate Carnival has been held since 2018. Visitors get to sample new summer flavors, high-quality ice cream servings, and a wide range of chocolates. Artisan chocolates are also available for purchase to take home. Attendees come to the event to taste different ice creams and chocolates, explore new trends and flavors, and enjoy a unique opportunity to discover and buy premium products.
The event also features a competition to select the best ice creams and chocolates in various categories.
This sensory-filled event is enhanced by a DJ playing music, creating a truly unique and vibrant atmosphere.
Event Opening Hours 2025
Friday, April 25: 11 AM – 7 PM (Professionals only from 11 AM – 5 PM)
Saturday, April 26: 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday, April 27: 10 AM – 6 PM
Contact Information
Matti Laukko – Founder, Production
matti@carnivals.fi / +358 50 5516 000
Sini Jaatinen – Client Director, Service Designer
sini@carnivals.fi / +358 50 4922 588
Tommi Harju – Founder, Sales
tommi@carnivals.fi / +358 40 0274 234
Maija Kestilä – Founder, Marketing & Communications
maija@carnivals.fi / +358 40 0266 808
Sara Aarros – Competitions, Volunteers
productions@carnivals.fi / +358 45 265 2333