Join the NHL in celebrating the sport of hockey and its importance in Finland at the 2026 Hockey Day in Finland.
Friday, March 27
🔹 NHL Hockey Day in Finland Appro – complete activities, collect stamps and earn an NHL overall patch
🔹 20+ activity stations (including shooting accuracy, stickhandling, hardest shot and VR hockey)
🔹 UEF vs Savonia exhibition games (students & staff teams) at 17:00 and 18:00
🔹 Kimanttia Live Podcast starting at 19:00 (hosted by Antti Mäkinen & Kimmo Timonen), with additional alumni guests
🔹 Ice disco on the outdoor rink starting at 19:00, hosted by DJ Sedu
Saturday, March 28
🔹 NHL Global Fan Tour – interactive activities, games and experiences (face painting available from 12:00 to 14:00)
🔹 Public skating, junior exhibition games, skating performances and on-ice activities at the outdoor rink
🔹 Alumni game at 17:00 featuring Finnish NHL legends, including: Esa Tikkanen, Kimmo Timonen, Jari Kurri, Jere Lehtinen, Ossi Väänänen, Valtteri Filppula and more
🔹 Official watch party of NHL Saturday presented by Fastenal (Florida Panthers vs New York Islanders) starting at 19:00
Be sure to show up in your favorite hockey gear! Admission is free and the festival is open to fans of all ages.
Check back as more event information will be available soon!
Can’t make it to Koupio? Fans in Finland can tune in for event coverage throughout both days on Viaplay to check out the action!
Please note: Event schedule and player appearances are subject to change
