Practical information
What, where and when?
- Efficient matchmaking event connecting international LPs with the VC/PE funds active in the Finnish market
- Upside is the premiere fundraising forum in Finland – register now and get ready to select the best future returns
- The event takes place on 7th of October 2026 in Helsinki, Finland. Event venue: Ruoholahden Lepakko, Porkkalankatu 1.
- The day wraps us with an exclusive LP dinner bringing international fund investors together with Finland’s top LPs, FVCA representatives and hosts for high-value networking in a truly Finnish setting.
Registration is now open both for international LPs and FVCA’s GP members – secure your spot today! To register or for more information, please contact anne.pakkanen@fvca.fi.
Event day agenda 7.10.2026
The venue for the matchmaking sessions: Ruoholahden Lepakko, Porkkalankatu 1, 00180, Helsinki.
We will have a short joint program in the morning, and then the whole day is reserved for one-to-one meetings only.
8:30 Doors open
9:00 Welcome words
9:30 – 16:00 Meetings
16:00 Event ends
18:00 LP dinner
Wrapping up the day
Exclusive LP dinner
The Finnish Fundraising Forum wraps up with an exclusive LP dinner, bringing international fund investors together with Finland’s top LPs for high-value networking in a truly Finnish setting.
Hosted at the iconic sauna & restaurant Löyly, the evening offers more than just great conversations.
Löyly blends modern Nordic design with Finland’s deep-rooted saunaculture. After the dinner, you have the opportunity to unwind in a traditional Finnish sauna and experience cold plunging in the Baltic Sea.
Want to hear more?
Finnish PE-VC Summit 8.10.2026
Stay for another day and participate in the annual main event of the Finnish PE/VC Industry on 8 October 2026.
300+ PE/VC experts (GPs, LPs, service providers) will gather to discuss what’s new in the industry in Finland, Nordics and beyond. You’ll also have a chance to meet many of our Nordic and Baltic friends.
You can inquire about speaking opportunities as well.
Read moreHow does the matchmaking work?
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LPs’ contact details and investment preferences are collected upon registration
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The information is shared with participants one month prior to the event as the matchmaking begins
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GPs can then contact LPs to set up meetings throughout the day
Once the matchmaking is opened, LPs and GPs can contact each other to book meetings. We suggest a 25-min timeslot for each meeting – if needed, you can book multiple timeslots in a row.
Arriving in Helsinki – what LPs need to know
Book your flight – we’ll cover the rest
Fly into Helsinki-Vantaa airport and inform us about your flight details. Our airport pick-up service ensures a smooth arrival, with a dedicated driver ready to take you directly to your hotel.
Accommodation
We have reserved hotel rooms for LPs (one room per LP) at the center of Helsinki. You are welcome to stay for one or two nights, let us know your schedule upon registration and we'll cover the accommodation for your preferred time.
Pre-drinks with participating LPs 6.10.2026
Meet other participating LPs on the night before the event by joining us for pre-drinks at the hotel – an exclusive chance to connect.