11.6.–13.6.2026
Lasipalatsikortteli, Helsinki
Something bold is emerging in the Nordics as ODDfest builds the next generation of creative festivals right in the heart of Helsinki.
Dubbed the festival of cultural relevance and creative growth, ODDfest is a fresh take on an industry event that is designed to inspire, teach, showcase, accelerate, and unite across disciplines, communities, and country lines.
Moving people and moving minds, ODDfest is more than just a line of stages; it’s where art, business, and society stop pulling apart and start making progress together to make the creative economy the next big engine of growth.
Created to be a meeting point for the entirety of the creative ecosystem, ODDfest welcomes all who wish to shape the future of culture and creativity, from emerging talents, pro artists, and cultural leaders to entrepreneurs, brands, and institutions—not forgetting the passionate and culture-curious public looking to experience something new.
Sounds ambitious? Oh, we know—just wait until you see what we’ve already accomplished.
ODD what?
The Non-Conference Conference
Somewhere between a festival and a conference, ODDfest presents industry programming and showcases in new, playful formats to make way for out-of-the-box thinking, vibrant interaction, bold innovation, and—let’s be honest here—fun.
At ODDfest you can expect the unexpected; it’s the festival of surprising collaborations, daring performances, and wonderfully odd encounters.
An ODDe to Creativity
While ODDfest carries the weight of a professional platform, it’s above all a celebration of the doers and thinkers of the creative economy. From grassroots creators to institutional leaders and policymakers, ODDfest pays tribute to the full spectrum of the creative industries.
At its very core, the festival champions Finnish and Nordic talent most of all, putting them on the map and spotlighting the trends and voices defining what’s next.
ODDfest 2026
Bravery Leading the Way
In 2025, we embraced chaos and acceleration and took the risk of stepping into the unknown to bring the very first ODDfest to life.
Now, we call on us all to be brave together—brave to speak out, brave to take action, brave to try, fail, and improvise when needed.
Next year’s theme, bravery, reflects the uncertainty of our fast-paced world and the courage it takes to adapt, create, experiment, and lead change.
ODDfest 2026 Is Coming, Bigger & Bolder
Yes, it’s official—ODDfest is returning to Helsinki’s iconic Lasipalatsikortteli next June, and it’s raising the stakes in line with its new theme of bravery.
This year proved that there’s real hunger for a boundary-pushing creative industry event and daring cultural programming, and we are more than happy to answer that call.
With a larger scale and wider reach, ODDfest 2026 promises to be a sight to behold.
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ODDfest 2025 Photobank
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