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Helsinki Cup FAQs​

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1. Where does the Helsinki Cup take place?​

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The Helsinki Cup takes place primarily in Helsinki, Finland, with tournament matches played across about 20 different field areas and around 100 pitches located in Helsinki as well as neighboring cities Espoo and Vantaa.

2. When does the Helsinki Cup take place?

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The Helsinki Cup takes place from July 6-11, 2026. The tournament typically takes place during the first or second week of July every year, perfect for American teams to attend during their summer school breaks.

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3. What age groups and genders can play at the Helsinki Cup?

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Boys U7-U18 and Girls U7-U18.

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4. What is the cost to attend the Helsinki Cup?

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To go to the Helsinki Cup, the price per person package starts at $2,000.00. This package includes round-trip airfare, accommodation in a 3-star hotel, tournament registration, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and a tournament shuttle to/from the accommodations and fields.

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5. How many teams play in the Helsinki Cup?

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The Helsinki Cup features more than 1,000 teams from around 50 countries – that’s more than 30,000 players.

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6. Where do teams stay during the Helsinki Cup?

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Teams participating in the Helsinki Cup stay in Helsinki, where the hotels are chosen for their convenient locations close to match venues to minimize travel time and maximize team comfort.

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7. Why should my teams choose the Helsinki Cup?

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The Helsinki Cup provides an Olympic style opening ceremony and parade of teams in main stadium of Helsinki. The games are played on high quality grass and artificial grass fields throughout Helsinki, which are accessible with public transportation. Additionally, the Helsinki Cup is one of the most global tournaments, with teams travelling from all over the world to come and compete.

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8. What are sightseeing options while participating in the Helsinki Cup?

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While participating in the Helsinki Cup, teams can enjoy sightseeing options that include visiting the iconic Helsinki Olympic Stadium itself, with its historic tower offering panoramic city views and the Finnish Sports Museum inside. Nearby attractions include the Linnanmäki Amusement Park, Finlandia Hall concert and event venue, and the beautiful Töölönlahti Bay area for walking and picnics. Other top sights in Helsinki are the Sibelius Monument and Park, Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral, Helsinki Cathedral, the historic Senate Square, the open-air Seurasaari Museum island, and the UNESCO-listed sea fortress Suomenlinna accessible by ferry from the city center.