About the opportunity
Visit Finland invites solo travellers and singles worldwide to take part in an unforgettable culinary adventure and blind group date. Selected participants will receive a fully funded 4-day trip to Finland taking place between February 9th and 19th, 2027, featuring a hosted itinerary of activities and dining. The journey culminates in a unique group dinner date in either the Helsinki region or Tampere in Lakeland, where global travellers will dine alongside local Finnish singles and enjoy official tasting menus showcasing Finnish cuisine.
Funding and benefits
- Fully funded 4-day trip to Finland including travel and accommodation
- Hosted itinerary of activities and dining throughout the stay
- Participation in an exclusive blind group dinner date featuring official tasting menus in Helsinki or Lakeland
- Opportunity to connect with local Finnish singles and likeminded international travellers
Who can apply?
- Open to single travellers and individuals worldwide
- Must be able to travel to Finland between February 9th and 19th, 2027
- Must complete the social media video challenge and submit the website application form
Required documents
- Social media challenge video posted on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube answering the question: What would you serve on a dinner date, and why?
- Completed online application form
When to apply
- Applications close on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 11:59 AM Finnish time (EET, UTC+2)
- Personal notification sent to selected participants prior to the public announcement
- Public selection announcement on December 1, 2026, on Visit Finland's Instagram and TikTok channels
- Dinner date experiences take place between February 9th and 19th, 2027
How to apply
- Record a video answering the question in English: What would you serve on a dinner date, and why?
- Post the video on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube using the hashtag #FinnishDinnerDate and tag @ourfinland on Instagram, @visitfinland.com on TikTok, or @VisitFinland on YouTube (ensure the profile is public or the YouTube video is set to Public or Unlisted)
- Complete the website application form on the Visit Finland portal and include the link to your social media challenge video
Additional information
- A total of 16 winners will be chosen: 8 for the Helsinki experience and 8 for the Tampere experience
- Selected participants will have their destination revealed as a surprise match upon confirmation
- Campaign is organized by Visit Finland in collaboration with Helsinki Partners, Woodward Creative, and Visit Tampere
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- An ideal opportunity for adventurous solo travellers and food enthusiasts eager to explore Nordic cuisine and Finnish culture
- Great fit for individuals interested in unique cultural exchanges, international travel, and meeting new people
- Suits applicants comfortable with public social media sharing and participating in a filmed, media-featured group event
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires availability to travel internationally for a 4-day period in February 2027
- Selection is highly competitive with only 16 total spots available globally
- Requires creating and publicly posting a video application on social media
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity provides a memorable, fully funded international experience and cultural exposure, making it a fantastic short-term adventure for anyone looking to step out of their comfort zone, explore Nordic culinary traditions, and build international connections.
Our take
Solo travellers and food lovers seeking a unique, fully funded trip to Finland and an unconventional dating adventure should seriously consider applying before the November 10, 2026 deadline. Applicants who prefer private application processes or cannot travel in February 2027 should skip this program.
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