Finnish-India-Society continues to arrange different events for our members and society. Close co-operation has been maintained with other prominent associations and societies around Finland and Embassy of India by participating in their events or jointly organising relevant events.

Suomi-Intia-Seura

celebrating 75 years 

Join us to celebrate Indian culture in Finland as Suomi-Intia-Seura is celebrating its 75th anniversary!

Suomi-Intia-Seura Ry (The Finnish Indian Society) established in 1949, is a non-profit, friendship association that acts as a community of people interested in India, Indian culture and it promotes social interaction between Finns and Indians living in Finland.

Society aim is to promote the knowledge of Indian culture in Finland, and to strengthen cultural exchange and development co-operation between the countries. It also arranges different kinds of activities related to India and Indian culture, including seminars, lectures, courses and various events.

This year marks a very special occasion, as Suomi-Intia-Seura Ry is celebrating its 75th anniversary. This event is a Joyful celebration of Indian culture ,75 years of our society and friendship between 2 countries. It gives us an immense pleasure to invite you to join us as we celebrate this momentous occasion including Indian dance, food and music. 

Saturday 28th September 2024 

Performers announced later.

13:00 to 14:30 Open event for neighborhood
16:00 to 19:30 by invitation only+ some open registration

Free admission, Welcome!

Please click here to read more about the event

Diwali – Festival of Lights

Suomi-Intia-Seura a.k.a Finnish-Indian Society in collaboration with Espoo Cultural Services is organizing an event on the occasion of most popular Indian festival Diwali – Festival of Lights. This event is also a part of Suomi-Intia-Seura’s 75 years anniversary celebrations.
Diwali is a celebration of light, victory of good over evil, new beginnings, wishing for good health, prosperity, and protection for the new year. Diwali is widely celebrated in India, Nepal and worldwide in other countries between October and November according to the turn of the year in the Hindu calendar. Diwali is a time filled with light and love; which illumines India and worldwide with its brilliance, and dazzles everyone with its joy.
Diwali celebrations and preparations are quite similar to Christmas; we clean and decorate the home, light a lot of candles, give gifts, eat well, spend time with loved ones. During Diwali, people light oil lamps (diyas) and candles, decorate their homes with colorful patterns called rangolis, and set off fireworks. The celebration is also associated with a strong joy of giving, a good mood and helping others. Diwali brings light into the darkness!
This year Diwali – The Festival of Lights is a full day celebration in Espoo. The program will be full of cultural performances, games, workshops, Diwali bazaar, Food stalls with delicious Indian food/delicacies, henna tatto, a fire show and a concert by Dhaod Gypsies of Rajasthan.
Join us with family and friends in celebrating Diwali-the Festival of Lights and let’s explore Indian culture together and make memories.
Diwali – Festival of lights this year will take place primarily around Sello area in 4 venues. The program schedule is as below:
12:00-17:00: Sello Hall Foyer: Fascinating Diwali bazaar: Free entry to make wonderful purchases for Diwali as well as buying gifts for upcoming Christmas for your loved ones. There will be Food stalls to taste Indian delicacies, Henna, Handicrafts and much more. You can participate in a lantern workshop (valid for any age group). Just walk-in and immerse yourself in Indian goodies and activities
13:00-16:30: Sello Library stage: Cultural Program: The Sello Library stage will host amazing cultural dance & music performances, funfilled games, dance workshop and much more. Entry to this event is free. Come and enjoy the vibrant performances and have fun with your family, friends and loved ones.
17:00-17:30: Soittoniekanaukio and Viaporintori: After sunset, the Maria Baric Company will create a spectacular fire performance to light up the darkness. The program is free of charge. There will be a possibility to light up phuljaris (tähtisadetikku).
18:00-20.30 Sello Hall Auditorium: Diwali concert by Dhoad Gypsies of Rajasthan: The amazing DHOAD Gypsies of Rajasthan group perform a colourful and energetic performance showcasing the rich musical heritage of Western India, Rajasthan – The land of Kings. Their amazing performance will be bringing to life a spectacular depiction of ancient royal palace life on stage. This concert is not to be missed. Seats are limited. So, please hurry up and book your tickets now. Link to Ticket sales:
https://www.lippu.fi/…/sellosali-diwali-valon-juhla…/
 
Join us with family and friends in celebrating Diwali – Festival of Lights and let’s explore Indian culture together and make memories.
If you need more information for any of the program, please send us an email at: info@suomiintiaseura.fi
Diwali – Festival of Lights is organized by Espoo City Cultural Services in collaboration with Suomi-Intia-Seura a.k.a Finnish-Indian society. The full event programme: espoo.fi/diwali.