Instructions for spectators

Please arrive on time.

The gates for the Finland vs. Greece match open 1.5 hours before the match, at 17:30. We recommend arriving at least an hour before kick-off.

The Huuhkajat pre-match event will take place outside the entrance gates at the Olympic Stadium square starting at 4:00 PM, with a post-match event continuing afterward.

Major roadworks are ongoing in Töölö, causing traffic diversions. You can find more information about the roadworks on Mannerheimintie here.

Public Transport

We recommend using public transport to reach the Olympic Stadium. Information on public transport schedules can be found here. Long-distance train schedules are available here . There are good public transport connections from Helsinki Central Railway Station (2.2 km), Pasila Station (1.8 km), and Helsinki Bus Station in Kamppi (2.2 km) to the Olympic Stadium.

Cycling

The stadium is easily accessible via bike paths. Bicycle parking is available at Kisahalli and in front of the Swimming Stadium. Please note that bicycle helmets are not allowed inside the stadium.

Driving

Please note that Toivonkatu, from Mannerheimintie towards Urheilukatu, and Mäntymäentie will be closed to vehicle traffic on the match day, November 17, from 16:30 to 22:00 (or as long as there is pedestrian traffic).

Parking near the Olympic Stadium is very limited. However, if you choose to drive, Aimo Park offers free parking at the Finlandia Hall parking garage.

Here’s how to claim your free parking:

1. Download the Taskuparkki app from the app store.

2. Create an account in the app.

3. Add your payment card and vehicle registration number, and enable automatic camera recognition.

4. Drive into Aimo Park Finlandia Hall at Karamzininranta 2. Your car will be recognized by the license plate.

5. Free parking is available from 17:00 to 00:00. Outside these hours, charges will be applied according to the pricing.

Please note that parking spaces are limited.

Charter Buses

There are limited parking spaces for charter buses at Mäntymäki Field. Additional parking is available on Vauhtitie, near the Eläintarha Sports Field.

Taxis

We recommend that taxis drop passengers off in front of the Winter Garden (Vauhtitie).

Accessible Access at the Stadium

Tickets for wheelchair spaces are sold on the lippu.fi website: palloliitto.fi. These tickets include entry for both the wheelchair user and an accompanying assistant. The assistant does not receive a separate ticket; entry and movement at the event occur together with the person they are assisting. Select the ticket type “Wheelchair + Assistant” when purchasing.

Accessible seating is located in Section D, accessible through the East 1 gate. Nearby, there are accessible service points for convenience.

Close to the gate along Hammasrskjöld Road, there is a limited number of accessible parking spots. Additionally, there is a drop-off and pick-up area for accessible taxis along Hammasrskjöld Road.

All gates provide access to all seating areas.

Katsomokartta

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There will be security checks for all spectators. It is recommended to leave all bags and excess items at home or to bag deposit if possible.

Don't bring bottles, alcohol, weapons or other dangerous items at the Stadium. Only small (max. same size as A3 paper) bags are allowed. Cameras with objectives over 200 mm are prohibited. Umbrellas are prohibited, so we recommend you get a rain coat with you if rain is forecasted.

A small amount of snacks may be brought. Allowed items include a bag of candy, mints, gum, a small bag of nuts or chips (max 75g), and individual snacks, such as a sandwich. Bottles are prohibited, but unopened small juice boxes are allowed. Food for small children, like baby food jars, is also permitted. Due to health reasons, fruit is allowed as well. Full meals, such as burgers or pizza, are not permitted.

For your bags - we have a container at the Olympic Stadium square. Leaving your bag or other item to the container for the match costs you 3€/person. We accept only debit-/credit card at the container.

If you have a PDF-ticket, you need to show the 2D-code to the ticket reader at the gate (picture below).

It is recommended to print the PDF-ticket. If you have the ticket on your mobile device, please turn the brightness level to the maximum and zoom a little bit. Do not take a screen shot of the ticket, since the ticket reader can't read the 2D-code from a screen shot. 

If your PDF-ticket does not include 2D-code, it is recommended to read the barcode as show below.

Food & Beverage and Restroom Facilities
More information about food and drink sales, as well as the locations of restroom facilities, can be found on the new interactive map. By clicking a concession you can find more information about selected concession.

Restroom facilities are available near every stand in the stadium.

Note: There are extensive underground restroom facilities located behind Stand D, one floor below the service area (floor -1). Temporary restrooms can also be found in the North and South Stands.

Merchandise

There are a total of four sales points, three inside the Olympic Stadium and one outside. A wide range of special offers will be available for fans of all ages and sizes. The selection is limited, so be sure to shop early to ensure you get your favorite items and avoid the busiest crowds. All sales points will remain open after the match. Welcome!

Ticket Collection

Tickets can be picked up at the reception of the Finnish Football Association’s office. The address is Urheilukatu 5, located at the southern end of the Bolt Arena next to the Olympic Stadium.

Tickets can be collected on the day of the match between 17:15 and 19:30.

Note: No tickets will be sold at the collection point or at the gates.

First Aid
There are First Aid available at the Stadium. If you need any help, please contact closest steward.

Smoking
The Olympic Stadium is a smoke-free space and smoking is prohibited in the stands as well as in the service area.

Match information
For more details about the match, including news and lineups, please refer to the match card linked below:

Finland vs. Greece

Lost and found
The lost items will be delivered to Finlands Football Associations office via the security (Urheilukatu 5). From there, the lost and found will be delivered to Helsinki Lost and Found. 

Lost children and other people
Meeting spot is at the fan merchandise selling spot at the North end of the Stadium.

Train Services

VR has added extra train services after the match as follows:

• Helsinki–Kupittaa (IC 967), departure at 21:05

• Helsinki–Kupittaa (IC 973), departure at 22:52

• Helsinki–Tampere (IC 187), departure at 22:00

• Helsinki–Tampere (night train 273), departure at 23:13

VR has also added extra train capacity for trains following the match on 17 November.

Taxis

We recommend the Talvipuutarha area (Vauhtitie) as the taxi pick-up location.

The Huuhkajat pre-event starts at the Olympic Stadium square on match day at 4:00 PM, followed by after-party on the 2,000-seat terrace until 11:30 PM! The mascots Bubi and Helmi will be present, joined by LähiTapiola's Kamu the cat and Viking Line's Ville Viking. The national team’s online store will be open for fans during both the pre-event and the after-party. The event will be hosted by football personality Lassi Hurskainen, with expert analysis from Mika Kottila.

The spacious 2,000-seat terrace will cater to thirsty and hungry fans at the Olympic Stadium. In addition to light alcoholic beverages, warm drinks and stronger options will be available for the cool autumn evening.

Food carts on the terrace will offer quality street food, including sausages, hot dogs, various burgers, and vegetarian options.

Huuhkajat Pre-Event and After-Party Program:

• Huuhkajat Prize Wheel: The highly popular Huuhkajat prize wheel will be on site again. Come and try your luck for a chance to win fantastic prizes!

• Face Painting: Get Finland's blue and white stripes painted on your cheeks and prepare to cheer for Huuhkajat! Look for face painters in red vests. After the pre-event, they will move inside the stadium to the South Curve.

• Autographed Cards: Huuhkajat autograph cards will also be available during the pre-event!

• Activity Poster: The first 3,000 fans will receive a free Huuhkajat activity poster with fun Huuhkajat-themed games, including match bingo to fill out during the game. Also includes a player poster of captain Lukas Hradecky!

• Freestyle Football with Alexander Wessberg: Learn some new moves with freestyle football star Alexander Wessberg, who will be on hand with a mini field for playing and practicing tricks.

• Huuhkajat Art Collective Street Art Project: A group of Finland's most renowned street artists has created 12 stunning Huuhkajat-themed murals, which will be on display near the North Curve entrance during Huuhkajat home games from October 9 to October 13.

• 2,000-Seat Terrace: The restaurant area on the terrace will be open to everyone during the Huuhkajat pre-event. Serving ends at 11:00 PM. Payment methods include cash and bank/credit cards.

• Event Stage: The event will be hosted by Lassi Hurskainen, known from social media, alongside football expert Mika Kottila. The stage will feature programs from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, including:

  • Mascot Dance Show: A fun dance show with mascots Bubi, Helmi, LähiTapiola Kamu Kissa and Ville Viking, welcoming all children and those young at heart to join in!

  • Interview with the Helmari Head Coach Marko Saloranta: An interview with the head coach as he previews the upcoming European Championship play-off matches against Scotland in November-December.

  • Freestyle Show by Alexander Wessberg: The freestyle football star will perform on the event stage during the pre-party.

  • Match Analysis During After-Party: During the after-party, Lassi Hurskainen and Mika Kottila will provide a concise match analysis on stage.

• Other Activity Stations: The Football Association will offer a variety of family-friendly activities at the Olympic Stadium square during the Huuhkajat pre-event from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

• National Team Online Store Pop-Up.

We are sending a survey (in Finnish) to everyone that purchased a ticket. Answering is highly appreciated.

You can also send feedback via the Support-page.