Welcome to Vantaa event for new Vantaa residents
Have you recently moved to Vantaa? Would you like to learn more about the services near your home and meet other new residents of Vantaa? The City of Vantaa and its partners organize welcome events for new residents. Registration opens on Mon, March 30, for the Welcome to Vantaa event taking place at Heureka on May 7. You’re warmly welcome to join on your own, with family, or with a friend!
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The “Welcome to Vantaa” event will be held on Thursday, May 7, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Heureka. The event is open to all new residents of Vantaa.
Advance registration is required, and space is limited. Registration for the event begins on Monday, March 30, at 8:00 a.m. via this link.
- The event has been extremely popular and is fully booked.
- On this page, you’ll find the event program and practical tips for a smooth visit.
- At the event, you’ll learn about Vantaa’s services and opportunities.
- Admission to Heureka is free.
- You can attend alone, with your family, or with friends.
- The main languages of the event are Finnish, Swedish, and English.
- The event supports settling in and community building in Vantaa.
The city walks alongside the people of Vantaa. We want every new resident to find the services they need in Vantaa, as well as meaningful activities and hobbies. It’s also important for new residents to find communities and get information about their opportunities to participate and make a difference.
The City of Vantaa and its partners organize welcome events for new residents. These events take place in different areas of Vantaa on a rotating basis. The next Welcome to Vantaa event will be held in Tikkurila, Science Centre Heureka.
Welcome to Vantaa event 2026
- Date and time: Thursday 7.5.2026 at 16:00–20:00
- Location: Finnish Science Centre Heureka
- Parking (satnav address): Kuninkaalantie 5, 01300 Vantaa (Tikkurila)
- Street address: Tiedepuisto 1, 01300 Vantaa (Tikkurila)
- Accessibility: See accessibility information for Heureka (link)
- For whom: All new residents of Vantaa
The event has been extremely popular and is now fully booked.
Advance registration is required for the event for free admission to Heureka.
Event program
Science Theater Stage |
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| 17:00–17:15 | Welcome words by the city mayor (Pekka Timonen) |
| 17:20–17:40 | Heureka’s Science Theater Performance |
| 18:30–18:50 | Vantaan Sävelhetki: Strings and Things Ensamble (Vantaan Venäläinen Klubi) |
| 19:10–19:30 | Bollywood Dance Workshop (Finnish-Indian Society) |
Auditorium Program |
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| 17:30–17:45 | Siltoja yhdenvertaiseen Vantaaseen – monikulttuurisuusasiain neuvottelukunnan työ (Ruth Kaboi‑Mattila) |
| 17:45–18:00 | Vantaa Belongs to Everyone – Building the Future Together (Matleena Vuola) language: English |
| 18:00–19:00 | “Across Time Live - A Collective Conversation” (Connectoria) language: English |
| 19:10–19:30 | Final performance by the Vantaa Music Sharing group Languages: Multiple |
Other Program |
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| 16:00–19:00 | Community art next to the Science Theatre Stage (Tent) |
| 16:00–20:00 |
Service Fair: Get to know Vantaa’s services (Next to the Auditorium)
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| 16:00–18:00 | Plushie Agility at Galilei Science Park |
| until 20:00 | Heureka’s exhibitions and planetarium films As per Heureka’s own program. Check out what Heureka has to offer on their website. |
The main languages of the event are Finnish, Swedish, and English.
Programs whose primary language is English are marked separately in the program.
Tips for a Smooth Event Day for Guests
Arriving at the event
- Registration for the event starts at 4:00 PM.
You can arrive at a time that suits you between 4:00 and 7:30 PM.
The first programme item starts at 5:00 PM.
If you can’t attend, please cancel your registration by email: tapahtumat.vantaa-info@vantaa.fi
Entry is based on the name used for registration. If you registered, for example, 3 people, this number includes you as well.
At registration, each registered attendee will receive a refreshment voucher. With the voucher, you can pick up a mini doughnut and juice or water free of charge near the Auditorium. Heureka’s Science Restaurant will be open throughout the event.
- Please be prepared for crowding. The event is fully booked (1,000 registered attendees). In addition, Heureka will be open to other visitors on the event day. Heureka may therefore be busier than usual. During peak times, the queue may extend outdoors. Please dress according to the weather.
Typical questions, accessibility and safer space
- Frequently asked questions about visiting Heureka: Answers to the most common questions can be found on Heureka’s website (link).
- The Welcome to Vantaa event is a safer space for everyone. We treat each other with respect and appreciation. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or inappropriate behaviour. If you experience or notice harassment or other inappropriate behaviour during the event, you can contact event staff or the registration desk. We are happy to help.
Help and Info During the Event
If you have any questions during the event, please ask at the registration desk or at Heureka’s information desk.
Partners 2026
Connectoria Project
Gujarati Samaj Finland
KEHA Centre
MLL Tikkurila Association (Mannerheim League for Child Welfare, Tikkurila branch)
Nicehearts
OP Uusimaa
Capital Region Family Caregivers Association, Omaisneuvo
Sahan-Seura
Finnish Red Cross, Korso Branch
Finnish-Indian-Society
Finnish-Russian-Society Vantaa
Vantaa Academic Women’s Association
Vantaa and Kerava Wellbeing Services County
Vantaan Järjestörinki Association
Vantaa Children’s Association
Vantaa parishes
Vantaa Russian Club Association (Vantaan Venäläinen Klubi)
Vantaan Yrittäjät Association
YMCA Vantaa
