Finland Offers a Free 4-Day Holiday to 16 Single Participants: Application Details Announced
Visit Finland, the Finnish national tourism organization, is inviting 16 single adults from around the world to take part in a free four-day travel experience in Finland. The initiative, called Finnish Dinner Date, will provide selected participants with complimentary flights, accommodation, meals and a range of cultural activities.
The programme aims to introduce international participants to Finnish culture, local cuisine and everyday life while creating opportunities to meet local people and experience social activities in a welcoming environment.
The February 2027 experience will take place in two Finnish cities, Helsinki and Tampere, offering participants the chance to discover the country’s lifestyle, gastronomy and cultural traditions.
What Does the Free Finland Trip Include?
A total of 16 participants will be selected for the Finnish Dinner Date experience. Eight participants will travel to Helsinki, while the remaining eight will be hosted in Tampere.
The four-day programme includes several activities and travel benefits:
- Round-trip flights: Travel expenses for the journey to and from Finland will be covered.
- Private accommodation: Each selected participant will receive a private room.
- Food and culinary experiences: Meals and special gastronomic activities will be included.
- City tours: Participants will discover the local attractions and cultural highlights of their destination.
- Sauna and outdoor activities: The programme will introduce participants to traditional Finnish sauna culture and outdoor experiences.
- Cultural discovery: Opportunities to explore Finnish traditions, lifestyle and local communities will be provided.
One of the main highlights will be specially organized group dinners featuring menus prepared by Finnish chefs.
During these dining experiences, each group of eight international participants will share a table with two single Finnish residents. These gatherings are designed to encourage social interaction and cultural exchange in a relaxed setting.
Participants will not be able to choose between Helsinki and Tampere. The destination allocation will be determined by the organizers.
Important: Although the initiative is presented as a social and dating-themed experience, it does not guarantee individual matchmaking or romantic relationships. All activities will take place in group settings.
Who Can Apply for the Finnish Dinner Date Programme?
The opportunity is open to single adults from different countries who meet the programme’s eligibility requirements.
Applicants must fulfil the following conditions:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be single.
- Not be a Finnish citizen or a resident of Finland.
- Be able to create a short video in English.
The application process is designed to give candidates an opportunity to express their personality, creativity and approach to social dining.
How to Apply for the Free Finland Trip?
The application procedure consists of two main stages.
Step 1: Prepare an English Introduction Video
Applicants must record a short video in English answering the following question:
“What dishes would you serve at a dinner date, and why?”
The video should reflect the applicant’s personal preferences, creativity and reasons behind their chosen menu.
Step 2: Share the Video and Complete the Online Application
The prepared video must be published on one of the following platforms:
- TikTok
- YouTube
After publishing the video, candidates must visit the official programme website, complete the online application form and provide the video link.
Applications will be assessed based on creativity, authenticity and the personal approach demonstrated in the video response.
Application Deadline and Programme Dates
- Application Deadline: 10 November 2026
- Application Closing Time: 11:59 AM (Finnish local time)
- Announcement of Results: 1 December 2026
- Programme Period: 9–19 February 2027
- Number of Selected Participants: 16
- Destinations: Helsinki and Tampere, Finland
- Experience Duration: Four days
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