Enjoy the summer of 2026 in Vantaa!
Explore nature sites and museums, exercise and have fun! Weʼve also compiled information on summer events, services and holiday exceptions.
Services during summer
Park meals
Park meals again available in the summer 2026! Warm meals will be distributed free of charge to under-18-year-old Vantaa residents in various places around the city from June 1 to July 31, on weekdays at 11:00–12:00. Lunches are also distributed to seniors living in Vantaa.
Summer-job voucher for the young
The City of Vantaa supports 15-18-year-old Vantaa young people with a summer-job voucher worth 300 euros. A young person may get one summer-job voucher per year. You can apply for the 2026 summer-job voucher as of February 2026.
Carpet washing sites
In the summer, all Vantaa residents can wash their carpets at the carpet washing sites. The use of carpet washing sites is free of charge.
Summer activities for children and young people
On this page you will find a summary of summer activities in Vantaa for children and young people.
See the list of summer events in Finnish
Enjoy the summer outdoors
Vantaaʼs sports facilities are at your disposal
In Vantaa, everyone has space and opportunities to move around. Local nature and sports facilities are accessible and available to all.
Local sports facilities
Vantaa has a variety of local sports facilities where you can play basketball, beach volley and other ball games.
Vantaa's Kuusijärvi
Vantaa's Kuusijärvi is a diverse nature and recreational area in Kuninkaanmäki district in Eastern Vantaa. People come to Kuusijärvi to go to the...
Explore nature
Head outdoors and explore Vantaa’s diverse nature! Go on a bike ride, relax on the beaches, explore local trails or take part in a guided nature hike.
News
Welcome to Håkansböle Manor Museum, where history comes alive around you
Håkansböle Manor Museum opens its doors to the public in Hakunila. The opening week takes place from June 10 to June 14, 2026. Take a peek at the...
Summer exercise program published
Join your favorite gym class or try something new — the summer program offers plenty of choices. Most summer sports and exercise activities are free...
Enrollment in sports-oriented summer camps to begin on April 1
The City of Vantaa arranges sports day camps for elementary school children in June. Familiarize yourself already in advance with the camp provision...
Summer issue of the Residents' magazine published online - home delivery delayed by a week due to printing issue
In the second Residents' magazine of the year, you can read tips for spending the summer, news about services that are useful for city dwellers and...
Solve the residents' magazine summer puzzle!
Have a great summer in Vantaa! Summer is the main theme of the residents' magazine, and there is also a crossword puzzle.
In Vantaa's seven major areas, even locals can have a tourist's adventure
Deputy City Director Riikka Åstrand shares her summer tips for exploring your hometown with new eyes in the editorial. Go on a summer adventure in...
