FAQs

What to know before you go

We know ODD raises eyebrows—and questions. So, we answered the ones we get the most.

Tickets

ODDfest Pass
Grants access to: ODDfest, Fri–Sat, June 12–13, 2026.

ODDfest Student Pass
Grants access to: ODDfest, Fri–Sat, June 12–13, 2026.

ODDfest Friday Pass
Grants access to: ODDfest, Fri, June 12, 2026.

ODDfest Saturday Pass
Grants access to: ODDfest, Sat, June 13, 2026.

ODDfest Student Friday Pass
Grants access to: ODDfest, Fri, June 12, 2026.

ODDfest Student Saturday Pass
Grants access to: ODDfest, Sat, June 13, 2026.

ODDference Pass
Grants access to: ODDfest, Fri–Sat, June 12–13, 2026, and ODDference, Thu–Fri, June 11–12, 2026.

Creative Week programming, Mon–Sun, June 8–14, 2026, is free and accessible to all.

You can purchase tickets for ODDfest and ODDference 2026 through Tiketti’s official website.

Yes, you can in most cases. ODDfest’s ticket vendor, Tiketti, has more information on their official website.

Entrance

ODDfest:

Bio Rex Lasipalatsi Main Entrance
Mannerheimintie 22-24
Fri 8.30AM-11.30PM
Sat 8.30AM-11.30PM

Mauno Koivisto Square
Wed 12PM-8PM
Thu 9AM-8PM

Tavastia
Urho Kekkosen katu 4
Fri 12PM-2.30AM
Sat 10PM-1AM

Vanha Ylioppilastalo
Mannerheimintie 3
Fri 3PM-3AM
Sat 10AM-3AM

ODDference:

Bio Rex Lasipalatsi Main Entrance
Mannerheimintie 22-24
Thu 8AM-11AM

Gilda Kulttuurikasarmi Lobby
Narinkka 2
Thu 11AM-4PM
Fri 8AM-2PM

ALL tickets should be exchanged for a wristband. ODDference wristband grants access to ODDfest programming.

This year, ODDfest and ODDference spread out to iconic central locations across the heart of Helsinki.

ODDfest venues:

Tavastia & Semifinal
Urho Kekkosen katu 4
Fri 4PM-4AM
Sat 2PM-2AM
(cloakroom service available)

Vanha Ylioppilastalo
Mannerheimintie 3
Fri 4PM-3.30AM
Sat 2PM-4AM
(cloakroom service available)

Kamppi Chapel
Simonkatu 7
Fri 4PM-10PM
Sat 2PM-10PM
(no cloakroom service)

Bio Rex Lasipalatsi
Mannerheimintie 22-24
Fri 4PM-12AM
Sat 2PM-10PM
(no night-time cloakroom service)

Lasipalatsi Square
Sat 2PM-10PM

Mauno Koivisto Square
Thu 10AM-10PM
Fri 10AM-10PM
Sat 10AM-10PM

ODDference venues:

Bio Rex Lasipalatsi
Mannerheimintie 22-24
Thu 8AM-11AM
Fri 2PM-4PM
(cloakroom service available)

Gilda Kulttuurikasarmi
Narinkka 2
Thu 11AM-4PM
Fri 8AM-2PM
(cloakroom service available)

Henry’s Music Bar
Narinkka 2
Thu 11AM-4PM
Fri 8.30AM-4PM
(no cloakroom service)

Mauno Koivisto Square
Thu 10AM-10PM
Fri 10AM-10PM
Sat 10AM-10PM

Creative Week events take place across several venues in central Helsinki.

More detailed venue information can be found on the individual pages of the venues.

Safety

The age limit for ticketed ODDfest and ODDference programming is 18 years.

Open ODDfest and Creative Week programming welcome attendees of all ages. Please note, however,  that individual Creative Week events may have their own age restrictions. These will be mentioned in the event descriptions.

Upon request, identity must be proven with a valid ID card or passport.

ODDfest is a safe and inclusive festival where everyone is welcome. Our goal is to ensure that all participants can enjoy the event in an environment that promotes equality, respect, and well-being.

Everyone has the right to physical and psychological safety. At ODDfest, everyone should feel secure without fear of discrimination, harassment, or inappropriate behavior—whether verbal, sexual, or otherwise.

If you experience or witness any distressing or inappropriate behavior during the event, such as harassment or other safety concerns, please contact the nearest member of venue security staff or ODDfest crew.

In case of an emergency, please contact the staff or call the local emergency number, 112.

Before attending ODDfest events, we kindly ask you to read and reflect on these guidelines to help us create a welcoming space for all.

Respect everyone’s identity.
Don’t make assumptions about anyone’s background, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, abilities, or identity. Ask—don’t assume.

Consent is key.
Always ask for consent—in conversations, interactions, and physical space.

Respect boundaries.
Yours and others’. This includes physical, emotional, and mental boundaries.

Be aware of your space.
Acknowledge the privileges and biases you may carry and the space you take in shared environments.

Come as you are.
We want everyone to feel free to show up as themselves and be able to participate fully and safely.

Zero tolerance for harassment.
Harassment, discrimination, or boundary violations of any kind will lead to removal from the event. If you experience or witness any inappropriate behavior, please inform the ODDfest team—they will be introduced at the beginning of each event.

Let’s make space for each other. Let’s co-create something extraordinary.
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If you see or experience anything that violates these rules report directly to venue security of ODDfest crew.

We strive to make ODDfest as accessible as possible, but please note that not all areas are fully wheelchair-accessible. For example, access to the Bio Rex terrace, Semifinal, and Vanha Ylioppilastalo second floor may be limited.

The open festival area at Lasipalatsi Square includes accessible portable toilet.

A personal assistant accompanying a person with reduced mobility or someone who requires support is entitled to free entry.

At ODDfest and ODDference, you can purchase a wide variety of drinks—from quality coffee to refreshing beverages and alcoholic drinks.

Our main service area is the Mauno Koivisto Square, where you can find Nescafé, Mikkeller x Blend, and Rändöm serving their drink offerings.

Lasipalatsi Square also hosts Three Bellýs pizza on Saturday.

Additionally, each venue runs their own services.

Please note: visitors are not allowed to bring their own food or drinks to ticketed venue programming. However, reusable water bottles are permitted and can be refilled at designated water points on-site.

Attendees are free to bring their own refreshments to Lasipalatsi Square and Mauno Koivisto Square.

Photo Policy

Yes, photography and filming are allowed, but avoid capturing others without their consent. Professional cameras, drones, and tripods are prohibited.

Further Questions?

If you have any questions, please send an email to hello@oddfest.co.