Helsinki Horse Show – Finland’s Premier Equestrian Event

The world’s elite and Finland’s top riders compete in world-class conditions

Helsinki Horse Show offers a unique combination of top-level sport, entertainment, and experiences for visitors of all ages. At the heart of the event are two competition arenas, showcasing international-level equestrian sport alongside spectacular show performances. These arenas bring together excellence, speed, and excitement in a way that captivates both dedicated enthusiasts and first-time visitors alike.

The undisputed highlight of the event is the FEI Jumping World Cup™ leg – an international top spectacle where the brightest stars of the equestrian world compete for valuable points and victory. This competition brings the absolute elite of the sport to Helsinki and offers the audience a rare opportunity to witness world-class show jumping up close.

Alongside the sport, Helsinki Horse Show also features a diverse range of program outside the arenas. The programme stage hosts engaging interviews, performances, and expert talks that offer insights into the world of horses from different perspectives. Younger visitors will enjoy the extensive hobby horse area, where they can try their skills and experience the joy of success in a fun and safe environment.

Expanded expo area – a shopping paradise for horse lovers of all ages

The Horse Expo, held in conjunction with the Horse Show, continues to grow every year and has become a true shopping paradise spread across the halls of the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre. A record number of exhibitors are present, including leading industry brands, Finnish and international companies, small businesses, and exciting new products. Visitors can explore everything from equipment and apparel to horse care products, feed, and lifestyle items. There’s something for everyone to discover – not just horse enthusiasts – and the area offers endless inspiration.

The extensive expo area seamlessly connects all aspects of the event: it’s easy to move from the tribunes to shopping and from the arenas to experiences. When it’s time for a break, the venue’s diverse and high-quality restaurants and cafés offer delicious food and a relaxing pause during the day.

Helsinki Horse Show is a complete experience where international top-level sport, entertainment, shopping, and enjoyment come together – an event where every visitor becomes part of a truly unique atmosphere.

The program for the 2027 Helsinki Horse Show will be published, and ticket sales will begin in August 2026.

Expo Ticket

The expo ticket provides access to the exhibition area for the entire day. The exhibition area includes:

  • The Horse Expo shopping paradise

  • Kultajousi Arena dedicated to domestic equestrian sports

  • Hevosurheilu RATSASTUS -program stage

  • OP Uusimaa hobby horse area

  • Kids park

  • Extensive restaurant services

  • Cloakroom services

  • Restroom facilities

How long can I stay at the exhibition area with the ticket?

  • The exhibition ticket grants access to the exhibition area for the entire day. See opening hours here.

Are there seats at the Kultajousi Arena?

  • The program at the Kultajousi Arena can be followed from available seating or from the edge of the arena.

Are there seats at the Hevosurheilu RATSASTUS -program stage?

  • The program at the Hevosurheilu RATSASTUS stage can be followed from free seating.

Are there seats at the OP Uusimaa hobby horse area?

  • The OP Uusimaa hobby horse area has plenty of seating.

Ticket Age Categories

  • Adult ticket 16 years and over
  • Children’s ticket ages 4–15
  • Ages 0–3 enter free

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Other Ticket Information

Are there group discounts available for the Horse Show?

  • A family ticket for the exhibition is available (two adults and two children or one adult and three children).

Which ticket should I buy if I want to see the Show Jumping World Cup qualifier?

  • The Show Jumping World Cup qualifier takes place on Sunday, March 1st at 14:00. You can attend with a Sunday session ticket.

Expanded exhibition area - a shopping paradise for horse people of all ages and levels

The Horse Expo, organised in conjunction with the Horse Show, is growing enormously this year – the shopping paradise is spreading far and wide across the halls of the Helsinki Expo Centre.

Horse Expo brings together a diverse range of exhibitors, including some of the best-known brands in the industry, domestic and international companies, small entrepreneurs and new products. There’s something for everyone to buy and admire – not just horse people. Everything from equipment and clothing to horse care products, feed and lifestyle products, among others.

The Horse Show’s exhibition area is the perfect place to spend a whole day – from the tribune to shopping, from the arena to the experiences. And when hunger strikes, the quality restaurants and cafés in the Helsinki Expo Centre offer delicious food and a relaxing break from shopping.

Important information

Arriving at the Exhibiton Center

The Exhibition Center is conveniently located with excellent transport connections:

  • The Pasila train station, where all trains stop, is very close to the Exhibition Center.

  • The Exhibition Center can be accessed conveniently via other public transportation options as well.

  • During the Horse Show, the Exhibition Center’s large parking garage is available for visitors. Other parking areas at the Exhibition Center are not freely available for visitors.

Restaurant services

Learn about the restaurant services at the Exhibition Center here.

First aid and safety

The first aid team is on duty during the whole event. 

The first aid station is located near the cloakroom at the North Entrance.

General emergency number 112 is in use and the address for Exhibition Center is Messuaukio 1.

More information about safety here.

Cloakroom

Cloakroom facilities are located at the entrances. The cloakrooms are not just for jackets; guests may also store bags. 

4€ includes a coat and a bag

Accessibility

The Exhibition Center has barrier-free entry and passage from one space to another, as well as barrier-free toilets. 

Helsinki International Horse Show also provides accessible viewing platform for people with a wheelchair at the International Arena.

More info on accessibility here.

Dogs

Guide and assistance dogs are welcome.

Childcare

The nursery room is located in the Upper Gallery corridor during public events. There is a public toilet for the youngest members of the family, a diaper changing room and a microwave oven. 

Parents can enjoy top-level sport in the stands in peace while Horse Show’s professional childcare staff take care of the youngest members of the family in the Kid’s Park. The play area is open from Friday to Sunday, and staff always work in pairs at a minimum. Activities on offer include board games, arts and crafts, drawing, hobby horses, and movies. The area will be set up together before the competitions begin on a separately agreed date.

An unsupervised stroller parking area is located in Hall 1 near the hobby horse arena.