World Sauna Forum 9-11 June, 2026 @ Jyväskylä, Finland
It’s a global gathering celebrating Finnish sauna culture, combining tradition, innovation, and international collaboration. The event includes keynote speeches, workshops, networking opportunities, and authentic sauna experiences.
You will get your event pass from the registration desk by showing your ticket/QR code.
The registration desk/ Info desk is open:
9 June: 9 AM – 4:30 PM at Paviljonki, Jyväskylä
9 June: 5 PM – 11 PM at Sataman Viilu, Jyväskylä
10 June: 9 AM – 11 PM at Sataman Viilu, Jyväskylä
11 June: 9 AM – 1 PM at Sataman Viilu, Jyväskylä
No, There is only one ticket option, 3-day ticket.
Read more about the tickets here.
Yes, there are pre- and post-events/tours such as:
Pre-Forum events:
During/Post-Forum events:
The Enterprise Europe Network organizes matchmaking sessions where participants can schedule 20-minute one-on-one meetings with potential business partners.
First, register for the main event. Then, sign up for matchmaking through the dedicated platform: https://www.b2match.com/e/world-sauna-forum-2026-matchmaking
No, lunches and dinners are not included in the main event ticket. Dinner is only included in the Evening programme ticket on June 11.
However, there are plenty of convenient dining options nearby, and special offers are available for event participants.
Purchase Savutuvan Apaja Sauna Evening ticket and dinner for day 1 here
Lunches and dinners are not included in the main event ticket.
Dinner is only included in the Evening programme ticket on June 11.
However, there are plenty of convenient dining options nearby, and special offers are available for event participants.
June 10 (Wed) – Lunch available from downstairs restaurant from 11 AM to 2 PM:
June 11 (Thu) – Lunch available from downstairs restaurant from 11 AM to 2 PM:
Other restaurants: By showing your event pass, you’ll get special rates for lunch at selected restaurants.
Lunch 14.90 € (normal price 15.90 €)
More partner restaurants may be added closer to the event.
You can purchase dinner tickets separately for the following evenings:
Day 1 | June 9
Dinner on June 9 will be hosted at Sataman Viilu, with two seating options available from 6 PM–8 PM or 8 PM–10 PM.
Day 3 | June 11
The Savutuvan Apaja Sauna Evening on June 11 features a dinner buffet served from 5:30 PM–8:00 PM, which is included for all Evening Programme ticket holders.
Purchase Savutuvan Apaja Sauna Evening ticket and dinner for day 1 here
Other dining options
Available from downstairs restaurant on Tuesday evening and on Wednesday after lunch:
Food truck menu available on Tuesday and on Wednesday after lunch:
You can check the recommended accommodation with discounted rates here.
Jyväskylä is accessible by train, bus, and car. The public trasportation system is good and reliable in Finland and we recommend using the VR train system to get to Jyväskylä. The nearest airport is Jyväskylä Airport (JYV), with connections to Helsinki and other major cities.
Read more about travelling to World Sauna Forum 2026 here.
Paviljonki and Sataman Viilu are all located within walking distance from the city hotels.
JYTAKSI’s fixed prices apply to one-way journeys starting or ending in Jyväskylä city center, Jyväskylä hotels, or Sataman Viilu between June 9–11, 2026.
To book your ride, call +358 100 6900 and mention ‘World Sauna
Forum’. Preordering is recommended to avoid peak-time delays.
€2.37 per answered call + €1.52 per minute, plus local network or mobile phone charge
More information below:
Both venues are located right next to each other in Jyväskylä Harbour area, making it easy to park once and enjoy the day on foot.
The most convenient choice is to use the official indoor parking garages operated by Jyväs-Parkki.
Entrance: Satamakatu 3
Closest to Sataman Viilu & Paviljonki Hall entrances
Max vehicle height: 2.10 m
Entrance: Uno Savolan katu 6
Closest to Solo Sokos Hotel Paviljonki & Main Entrance
Max vehicle height: 2.15 m
Both garages are covered, secure, and only a short walk from the venues.
The garages use automatic license plate recognition — no paper tickets needed.
You can pay:
Please note: cash payments are not accepted.
Driving electric? No problem. An ABC-lataus EV charging station is available on the street-level floor of P-Paviljonki 2.
Since both venues are within walking distance of each other, we highly recommend parking once and leaving your car in the garage for the day. It’s the easiest way to enjoy the event without worrying about moving your vehicle or finding street parking again.
Parking spaces in the harbour area can fill up during busy event hours, so arriving a little earlier is always a good idea.
We wish you a safe journey and look forward to welcoming you to the World Sauna Forum in Jyväskylä!
Changing areas are available in separate men’s and women’s dressing rooms (20 spots per side) or in the restrooms at Sataman Viilu.
Be mindful of others in the sauna.
If it’s already quite hot, please ask others before adding more steam (löyly).
Use sear cover when sitting on the benches.
If you’re using the cold plunge tub, hot tub, or swimming in Lake Jyväsjärvi, please shower again before returning to the sauna.
