Juhannus

Finland

JUHANNUS

Eight people drowned in Finland over Midsummer weekend

The Nomad Today 6/27/21

The Southwest Finland police department reported incidents caused by drunkenness and intoxication, such as fights outside bars, drunk driving, suicidal behavior and noise-related complaints

Finland

Government warns of forest fire risk at Midsummer

The Nomad Today 6/18/20

Check the latest fire warnings and the weather forecast before lighting bonfires.

Finland

TRADITIONS & COVID-19

Soon it will be Juhannus but how will it be celebrated this year?

Barbara Stojanovic 6/14/20

In these unprecedented times many public events have had to be cancelled despite their social magnitude. However, will Juhannus follow suit or will it be the exception to the rule?

Finland

Midsummer without bonfires

The Nomad Today 6/21/19

Half of the country is on alert for the risk of forest fires. For this reason, open fires are prohibited.

Finland

TRADITIONS

Lemmenjuhla, celebration of the nightless night... with sex

The Nomad Today 6/16/19

Finnish Midsummer often includes nature, sauna and a bonfire. It is also referred to as a lemmenjuhla , which means celebration of love, passion and sex

Finland

TRADITIONS

Midsummer/Juhannus: Finland's biggest summer celebration is here

Barbara Stojanovic 6/16/19

One of the most expected and celebrated times of year in Finland is fast approaching and here is what it is all about.