Lahti Pride 18.-24.5.2026
Please note most events will be held in Finnish.
Sunday 17.5.2026
17-20
Pincho Nation
Aleksanterinkatu 1
Are you looking for new acquaintances and a safer space for encounters or company for Pride week events? Lahti Pride and Queer Coffee invites you to spend an evening at Pincho Nation. Queer Coffee is a relaxed, low-threshold meeting for the LGBTQ+ community in Lahti. The event offers a safer and open space to get to know new people, talk and spend the evening as yourself. Whether you are a new or familiar face, you are welcome to join us in building a communal moment. Registration is preferably done in advance pride@lahtipride.fi but you can just show up. The evening is at your own expense.
Accessibility
There are stairs from the main entrance. To access the space, unobstructed access can be arranged by lift. The staff and organisers will help with this. Preferably notify in advance if you need unobstructed access. There is a disabled toilet in the space. No thresholds. Gender-neutral toilets.
Monday 18.5.2026
19.00
Teerenpeli
Vapaudenkatu 20
Lahti Pride’s traditional sex toy bingo kicks off the Pride Week in Teerenpeli. Bingo is hosted by drag king Kiukkupussy from Tampere. The prizes are sponsored by Lemmen Taika. K18.
Accessibility and toilet facilities
From the Vapaudenkatu side (next to the door of the driving school) there is a ramp that leads to the restaurant. If necessary, the staff will assist with opening the gate and crossing a small threshold. There are stairs inside, but there is also a ramp that leads to the downstairs part of the restaurant. There is also a disabled toilet at the back of the lower hall, there are no gender-neutral toilet facilities.
Tuesday 19.5.2026
10.30-11
Lahti main libray story toom (1st floor)
Kirkkokatu 31
During the Lahti Pride week, the library’s story time celebrates everyone’s right to be unique! Groups are asked to register in advance for the services for children and young people or by calling tel. 044 018 7106.
Accessibility
The Main Library is accessible in terms of entrances and facilities. The library staff helps customers with disabilities in the use of services and library facilities. The story room is located on the 1st floor of the library. The library has two floors. The lift is located on the ground floor of the library, in the lobby of the library, on the Laaksokatu side. The accessible toilet is located on the ground floor of the library.
Toilet facilities
The toilet in the children’s ward is gender-neutral. The toilets on the first floor of the library are gender-neutral.
12-16
Kulttuuripaja Huippu
Vuorikatu 35 B, 5th floor
Permission to be seen – and to have a fragrance! In the fragrance workshop, you can make your own fragrance from essential oils. You will get a roll-on scent to take with you from the event, which can cheer you up, calm you down or inspire you. At the event, you can also get to know Culture Workshop Huippu, which offers peer-guided cultural activities, a sense of community and support for young adults.
The event is organised by Culture Workshop Huippu. Culture Workshop Huippu is an activity of the Southern Finland Clubhouses ESKOT ry.
Accessibility
The facilities are not completely accessible. Outside, there is a small threshold at the entrance door. Possibility to use the lift. No disabled toilet. Indoors, the aim has been to take accessibility into account (i.e. the passageways are threshold-free and sufficiently spacious).
16-17.30
Malva, Kumma workshop space
(basement floor)
Päijänteenkatu 9
Panel discussion in collaboration with Lahti Pride & Queerland Media & We Speak Gay. The goal is to talk honestly and openly about a rainbow-friendly Lahti: what it means and what it could be. Moderated by Hannu Medina, discussion by Pekka Kolu, Chairman of the Lahti City Board, Kristoffer Ignatius, journalist at Radio Voima, Tiina Kallio, Marketing Manager at Visit Lahti, and Jutta Laaksonen, HR Manager at Teerenpeli.
Accessibility
Malva is accessible. There is an elevator. There is a disabled toilet. Gender-neutral toilet facilities.
17-19.30
Youth centre Saima 6
Saimaankatu 6
Let’s celebrate the Pride evening for young people together at the youth evening of the City of Lahti Youth Services. Come and make your own sign for the Pride procession, pins or cloth bags with other young people. The program also includes various games and activities organised by the young people themselves. The evening is specially designed for young people aged 13–29!
With the Youth Council, you get to write letters to the City Council! For the second year in a row, the Lahti Youth Council is organising the Letters to Decision-Makers evening, where you have the opportunity to express your own opinions and at the same time influence decision-making through your own letters. The word is free!
The event is fully in line with the wishes of young people, and it is organised by the City of Lahti Youth Services and the Lahti Youth Council.
Accessibility
The space is completely accessible, there are no stairs or other floors. There is a disabled toilet in the space. Only one (main) entrance.
Toilet facilities
Gender-neutral toilet facilities, there are three toilets in the lobby, one of which is a disabled toilet.
19-22
Antbrew
Mallaskatu 1
Come and experience the Show must queer on event during Pride Week! This is an OpenStage event, where the stage is free for everyone who wants to make an art. It can be stand-up, poetry, dance, music or drag, for example. The purpose is to provide a safe atmosphere in the evenings, where you can practice your set as a performer, meet people and be exactly who you want to be.
Registration as a performer by 10.5. and more information: pride@lahtipride.fi, use the title SMQO or Show must queer is.
The event is free, K18 event, but in the case of underage performers, we can consider acceptance with the permission of their guardians.
Accessibility and toilet facilities
The venue can be accessed from street level, but the entrance is not completely accessible, as the door is heavy and may not be able to be opened independently for a wheelchair user. If necessary, the staff or the event organiser will assist at the entrance. The space has access to the disabled toilet facilities. The toilet in the space itself is unisex.
Wednesday 20.5.2026
15.30-19.30
Malva, Kumma workshop (basement)
Päijänteenkatu 9
Welcome to enjoy crafting. Paint stones for yourself or leave them for someone else to find. From hama beads and buttons, you can make keychains and jewelry. All supplies are provided.
Accessibility
Malva is accessible. There is a lift. There is a disabled toilet. Gender-neutral toilet facilities.
17.00-18.30
Lecture hall at the main library
(auditorio)
Kirkkokatu 31
The lecture is organised by the LANKA network.
Accessibility
The Main Library is accessible in terms of entrances and facilities. The library staff helps customers with disabilities in the use of services and library facilities. The library has two floors. The lift is located on the ground floor of the library, in the lobby of the library, on the Laaksokatu side. The accessible toilet is located on the ground floor of the library.
Toilet facilities
The toilets on the first floor of the library are gender-neutral.
17.30-19.30
Lahti main library, multi function room (monitoimihuone, 2nd floor)
Kirkkokatu 31
Welcome to calm down and stop for a moment to think about yourself! In the writing workshop, you will look at your own life from different angles with the help of creative writing exercises. Through small writing exercises, you can delve into yourself in a gentle and permissive way. The resulting texts are not evaluated, and they do not need to be read aloud to others. No special writing skills are required, and a pen and paper are enough.
Accessibility
The main library is accessible in terms of entrances and facilities. Library staff are available to assist disabled patrons in using the services and library facilities. The Multipurpose Room on the 2nd floor is accessible by lift. The library has two floors. The lift is located on the first floor of the library, in the library lobby, on the side facing Laaksokatu. Accessible toilets are located on the first floor of the library.
The toilets on the second floor of the library are gender-neutral.
18-02
Antbrew
Mallaskatu 1
MuMuKe Pride 2026 – Queer Expression Night is an experiential evening event produced by MIO in collaboration with QueerBay. The evening offers a safe and inclusive space for self-expression, community and experiences as part of the Lahti Pride week. There will be a diverse programme in the form of performances, music and visual expression.
The evening is built in two parts: from the more programme-heavy entity in the early evening towards a more energetic and festive club atmosphere, where music and togetherness take center stage. MuMuKe Pride 2026 celebrates queer culture and creates a space where everyone can be themselves.
The event is open to all respectful participants (K18). The programme and more detailed schedule of the event will be specified later.
Accessibility and toilet facilities
The venue can be accessed from street level, but the entrance is not completely accessible, as the door is heavy and may not be able to be opened independently for a wheelchair user. If necessary, the staff or the event organiser will assist at the entrance. The space has access to the disabled toilet facilities. The toilet in the space itself is unisex.
18.30-21
Multi-Culti
Päijänteenkatu 1
Come spend a relaxed evening with a peer support group for gender minorities! The new visitors’ evening is intended for both those who have already been to the group before and those who are thinking about joining and want to come and get to know each other in peace first.
All people belonging to gender minorities are welcome to the event. If you’re wondering if you’re “trans enough”, “non-binary enough” or “something enough” to get involved – yes you are. You are welcome just as you are.
During the evening, we will gather to cook together, eat and spend time in a safe atmosphere. The program also includes side projects related to Pride, which you can participate in in a way that suits you – by doing, talking or just being involved.
There will be familiar faces from the group’s activities, and during the evening, there will be a brief introduction to the peer support group and its activities. However, the main emphasis is on being together, encounters and a sense of community. People of all ages participate in the activities of the peer support group.
Accessibility
The hall and the jungle room are accessible by ramp. There is no accessible toilet space in the premises. Unisex toilet.
Thursday 21.5.2026
17:00
Theatrum Olga
Ahvenistonkatu 2
A series of events consisting of three parts:
Lecture on queer homelessness
The theatre’s student group performs a taste of their upcoming queer-themed performance
Theatrum Olga’s crew is organising small crafts.
Accessibility
There are thresholds in front of the doors of the space, you enter the space downhill. The space has stairs to the stage, but wheelchairs can access everything else in the space. The corridor to the space is narrow and the toilet is spacious but not accessible.
Friday 22.5.2026
12-18
The Clinic
Vesijärvenkatu 36
Walk-in tattoo event at 12-18, i.e. small tattoos are done without an appointment. Tattoos only from ready-made (one size) designs, in the order of arrival, at a fixed price.
Accessibility
The business space is not accessible at the front door, there are 2 steps. The interior is accessible. 1 toilet, not a disabled toilet.
16.30-18
Historiallinen museo
Kartanonkatu 1
Queer people have always existed. However, only rarely have memories of love, thoughts and communities been preserved for posterity – or at least not recorded in photographs and archives in a way that would allow us to interpret the clues. In this workshop, we will use imagination to create possible lost pasts by tweaking photographs and imagining queer interpretations. Come and reflect on queer history!
Pre-register for the workshop at historiallinenmuseo@lahti.fi.
Accessibility
The main entrance of the History Museum has unobstructed access to the premises. The museum has an elevator that takes you to all floors. There is an accessible toilet on the ground floor. The front doors are heavy, but customer service will help with them if necessary.
Toilet facilities
The disabled toilet is gender-neutral.
18-19.30
Marian kammari
Vapaudenkatu 6
The Rainbow Mass is an event of faith, hope and love that is open to everyone and easily accessible. The aim is to enable a safe space and a safe mass for members of sexual and gender minorities and their loved ones and supporters, based on the principles of a safer space. The Rainbow Mass ensures a place for everyone to experience being unique and valuable, created by God as themselves.
Attending:
Milla Heinonen, speech, @teologimilla
Hannu Lehdeskoski, liturgist
Kimmo Puunenä, cantor
Helena Ylönen, diaconal priest
Sinikka Virolainen, diaconal worker
Rosa Ruotsalainen, diaconal worker
A group of diaconal volunteers, or “Elves”, are involved in the implementation of the event.
Accessibility
Marian Kammari is an accessible café maintained by the volunteer activities of the parishes of Lahti, the living room of the townspeople and the centre of volunteer activities. There is a disabled toilet, no stairs, accessible.
18-19.30
Antbrew
Mallaskatu 1
Lahti Pride invites you to test the limits of your queer knowledge. During the evening, we will dive into the milestones of queer history, beloved moments of popular culture and the diverse stories of the community. The questions range from easy to more challenging, so both first-timers and dedicated quiz lovers can join. Come alone, in pairs or as a team – everyone is welcome. Above all, a queer quiz is a communal event where everyone can participate in their own way. No previous quiz experience is needed, sometimes just a brilliant guess is enough, sometimes a little bit of knowledge saves the points. The top three will be rewarded with both honor and great prizes. K18.
20.00
Antbrew
Mallaskatu 1
Lineup TBA. 18+.
Saturday 23.5.2026
10.00-11.30
Möysän Musaklubi,
Hämeenkatu 16
Come and prepare with us for the procession. Let’s make impressive signs together and tune in to the parade atmosphere!
Accessibility
The venue is accessible. The entrance is accessible and it is possible to enter the space without stairs. Indoors, there is an elevator for moving between floors and a disabled toilet.
Toilet facilities
The toilet facilities are gender-neutral.
13-14
Market square – Walimo
This year, the traditional Lahti Pride parade will proceed from the market square to Walimo.
Accessibility
The route is mainly flat, but there are various pavements and pavement edges along the route. The length of the route is approximately 1,5 km.
14-15.30
Walimo
Vesijärvenkatu 25
The Lahti Pride daytime event is free of charge and for all ages and will take place on Saturday directly after the parade at Walimo. Performers include Carita Pani, Ada Katz, Jayethe and Möysän nuorisoseura.
Accessibility
The venue is accessible. The entrance is accessible and it is possible to enter the space without stairs. Indoors, there is an elevator for moving between floors and a disabled toilet.
Toilet facilities
The toilet facilities are gender-neutral.
15.30-17
Walimo
Vesijärvenkatu 25
Music bingo for all ages!
Accessibility
The venue is accessible. The entrance is accessible and it is possible to enter the space without stairs. Indoors, there is an elevator for moving between floors and a disabled toilet.
Toilet facilities
The toilet facilities are gender-neutral.
18-20
Walimo
Vesijärvenkatu 25
The evening of Lahti Pride 2026 main day starts with a pre-party, where the atmosphere begins to build towards the night’s celebration. The pre-party offers the opportunity to arrive before the actual peak of the evening party, enjoy DJ music from DJ Stöne and tune in to the energetic and communal atmosphere of Pride night. The pre-party serves as the first part of the evening and offers a more affordable way to participate in the celebration already in the early stages.
Tickets 5 € – and with the same ticket you can party all night! K18.
20-02
Walimo
Vesijärvenkatu 25
Lahti Pride 2026 will culminate in an fun gay disco where queer culture and music are at the centre. During the evening, performers and DJ sets will be seen on stage, building the atmosphere towards an intense and communal celebration. The evening party offers a safe and inclusive space to celebrate Pride, meet others and be yourself. Will Turneron, ZAIDA <3, Emily Blush Crew and DJ Stöne will be on stage!
The event is aimed at adult (K18) participants and friends & allies are welcome!
Tickets 10 € / Lahden Seta members 8 €.
Sunday 24.5.2026
14-18
Loviisanpässin leikkipuisto
Puusepänkatu 9
We will organise a picnic in the nice Loviisanpässi playground. It is advisable to bring your own snacks, we offer juice and cookies to the participants. We also have street chalk and those who want to can paint stones. The event will be cancelled if the weather is really bad.
Unobstructed access to the park. Outdoor space, there is no toilet available.