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Invitation to Resident Information Sessions – Construction of the Vantaa Light Rail Begins on Hakunilantie
According to current plans, construction of the Vantaa Light Rail will begin on Hakunilantie in spring 2026. We will organise resident information sessions about the upcoming street construction works: one in Vaarala Chapel (Kirkkokuja 2) on 23 February from 18:00 to 19:00, and another in
The closure of Vanha Porvoontie between Kyytitie and Kokkokalliontie will last longer than announced – the road will reopen to vehicle traffic on 23 February 2026
Vanha Porvoontie between Kyytitie and Kokkokalliontie had to be closed due to an old concrete duct discovered in the intersection area. The duct had been marked as removed, but excavation revealed that it remains in place over a long distance.
Apply to be an exhibitor at Welcome to Vantaa 2026 or suggest a program!
A welcome event for new residents of Vantaa will be held on May 7, 2026, at Heureka. Apply to be an exhibitor or suggest a program by February 13.
Sporttikortti 70+ sports card for seniors to be renewed
The age limit for the Sporttikortti sports card will be lowered in April, 2026. At the same time, the benefit will become subject to a charge. Sporttikortti is a sports benefit for seniors, which gives access to swimming halls and gyms.
Reservation application period for leisure premises in February – apply for time slots for the operating period starting in fall
The available time slots include citizens’ houses and youth centers as well as children’s cultural centers and Mosaiikki, among others. In addition, you can apply for reservations of indoor sports facilities for organizing events.
Service Disruption Notice! Telecommunications cable damaged on Kyytitie
During construction work on Kyytitie, a telecommunications cable was damaged. This is causing disruptions to internet connectivity in the Kuusikko, Hakkilankallio and Porttipuisto areas. Problems have been reported at least with Elisa’s connections. Repair work is currently underway, and we will
Vantaa upper secondary schools will celebrate "penkkarit" (benchpressing fest) and the Formal ball
Vantaa Upper Secondary Schools to celebrate benchpressing fest on Feb 5, and formal ball Feb 6, 2026
The future lives in Vantaa: Vantaa’s city strategy reflects a major change
Vantaa City Council approved Vantaa’s new city strategy on January 26, 2026. With The future lives in Vantaa strategy, the city is strongly positioned as a builder of the future. The strategy emphasizes positive regional development, the integration of residents, the coziness of the environment, as
The bridge over Porvoonväylä on Länsimäentie (Västerkullavägen) will become single-lane starting 2 February 2026 – construction work will cause special noise in the area.
Construction of a new bridge over Porvoonväylä will begin at the location of the current bridge. The work will start with the building of temporary support walls, including excavation and sheet piling. These works will cause special noise in the surrounding area. Due to the construction, the bridge
Welcome to Vantaa event for new Vantaa residents
Have you just moved to Vantaa? The Welcome to Vantaa event is for you! Sign up and come to Heureka on Thursday, May 7, 2026!