FinlandFinnish Dinner Date Program is an international initiative inviting single travellers to visit Finland in 2027 for a fully funded four-day cultural and culinary experience that includes flights, accommodation, meals, and activities.
The programme is organised by Visit Finland, Finland’s national tourism promotion organisation, which runs the Finnish Dinner Date to promote Finnish cuisine, culture, traditions, and hospitality.
Finnish Dinner Date Program Benefits
- Round-trip international airfare
- Free accommodation in Finland
- Meals and dining experiences
- A fully hosted four-day itinerary
- Cultural and culinary activities
- An opportunity to experience Finnish traditions and meet local people
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Finnish Dinner Date Program Eligibility Criteria
- Open to single adults aged 18 and above
- Applicants from around the world can apply
- Applicants must not be residents of Finland
- Applications must be submitted individually
- Applicants should be comfortable communicating in English
What will participants actually do?
- Travel to Finland for a four-day hosted experience.
- Explore either Helsinki or the Lakeland region.
- Experience authentic Finnish food and regional tasting menus.
- Participate in a group dinner date with other international travellers and Finnish singles.
- Enjoy cultural activities, dining, and sightseeing.
- Experience Finnish hospitality and lifestyle.
How to Apply for Finnish Dinner Date Program
- Record a short video in English answering: “What would you serve on a dinner date, and why?”
- Publish your video on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube using the hashtag #FinnishDinnerDate and tag Visit Finland
- Complete the official online application form and include the link to your video
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Dinner Date Scholarship. These answers cover what the programme is, who can apply, the benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
What is the Finnish Dinner Date programme?
The Finnish Dinner Date is an international tourism and cultural-exchange campaign organised by Visit Finland that invites single international travellers to experience Finnish cuisine and participate in a group dinner date with local Finnish singles.
Who organises the programme?
Visit Finland, Finland’s national tourism promotion organisation, organises the Finnish Dinner Date.
Where and when does the trip take place?
The locations are Helsinki and Tampere, Finland, and the travel dates are February 9–19, 2027.
How long is the hosted experience?
The hosted experience lasts four days.
Is the programme funded?
Funding is listed as Fully Funded, and selected participants receive an all-expenses-paid, four-day trip including flights, accommodation, meals, and activities.
How many participants will be selected?
A total of 16 selected participants will be chosen.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 10th November 2026.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility requires applicants to be single adults aged 18 and above, not residents of Finland, able to apply individually, and comfortable communicating in English.
What must applicants submit to apply?
Applicants must record and publish a short video in English answering the specified question, publish it on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube with the hashtag #FinnishDinnerDate and tag Visit Finland, and complete the official online application form including the video link.
What activities are included for participants?
Participants will take part in cultural and culinary activities, explore Helsinki or the Lakeland region, experience regional tasting menus, participate in a group dinner date, and enjoy sightseeing.
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