Visit Finland launches the Finnish Dinner Date campaign, offering 16 international singles a free four-day holiday.
Visit Finland is offering 16 international singles a chance to win an all-expenses-paid, four-day holiday featuring blind dates, sightseeing, and culinary experiences, covering travel and accommodation costs.
The initiative, titled Finnish Dinner Date, runs from February 9 to 19, 2027, taking participants to Helsinki or Tampere to promote local food culture and boost international tourism.
Selected travelers will enjoy sauna visits, outdoor activities, and curated tasting menus, according to information published by The Sun Nigeria.
What is included in the free Finland trip for singles
Visit Finland will fully cover return flights, private-room accommodation, meals, and scheduled activities throughout the four-day experience for all 16 winners, divided equally between Helsinki and Tampere.
During the trip, participants will engage in outdoor activities, sauna visits, sightseeing, and group dinners with local Finnish singles, featuring menus crafted by leading chefs.
Culinary highlights by MasterChef and Bocuse d'Or chefs
The main culinary attraction features tasting menus prepared by renowned chefs, including Adele Kinnunen, head chef of Café Savoy and a former MasterChef Professionals participant.
In Tampere, the menu will be developed by Henry Tikkanen, the restaurateur behind Gösta, who previously represented Finland at the prestigious Bocuse d'Or culinary competition.
How to apply for the Finnish Dinner Date campaign
Applicants aged 18 and above worldwide, excluding Finnish residents, must record an English video answering what they would serve on a dinner date, sharing it on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube with the hashtag #FinnishDinnerDate.
Candidates must tag official accounts like @ourfinland, complete the official online application form with their video link, and submit original footage before November 10, 2026.
Why Visit Finland created the tourism initiative
The campaign draws inspiration from a Finnish supermarket trend called sinkkukori, where shoppers use pink baskets to indicate they are single and open to meeting people.
Heli Jimenez, senior director of international marketing at Business Finland, stated that the initiative introduces visitors to the local food culture in a truly unique way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply for the Finnish Dinner Date trip?
Single people aged 18 and above from around the world can apply, except for Finnish citizens and residents.
What costs does Visit Finland cover for the winners?
Visit Finland covers return flights, private-room accommodation, meals, and scheduled activities during the four-day trip.
What is the deadline to submit the application video?
Applications and social media video submissions close on November 10, 2026, at 11:59 a.m. Finnish time.
Do participants get to choose between Helsinki and Tampere?
No, participants will not be allowed to choose their destination, as the organizers will assign them to either Helsinki or Tampere.
