State of Cultural Policy event

Join the discussion on cultural policy

Register for Cupore’s State of Cultural Policy event.

Taking place on 25 May 2026, the event serves as a new kind of forum for societal discussion on cultural policy in Finland.

The event is open to anyone interested in the current state and future directions of Finnish cultural policy.

Event programme

Over the course of one day, Lasipalatsi will host discussions and keynote contributions inspired by the State of Cultural Policy 2025 report, as well as networking among professionals, decision-makers, experts, and artists working in the cultural sector.

The event will be held primarily in Finnish, with parts of the programme in Swedish and English.

You can explore the full programme, languages, speakers, and further details on Cupore’s website:
https://www.cupore.fi/en/newsroom/the-programme-for-the-cupores-state-of-cultural-policy-event-is-published/

Programme

Morning (free of charge, with option for online participation)

• 08:45 Doors open and registration

• 09:15 Opening remarks

• 09:30 Launch of the State of Cultural Policy 2025 report

• 10:00 Commentary on the current state of cultural policy

• 10:50 Panel discussion

• 11:45 Introduction to the afternoon programme

• 12:00–13:30 Lunch break (self-funded)

Afternoon (paid participation, on-site only)

• 13:30 Thematic dialogues 1

• 14:15 Coffee break

• 14:45 Thematic dialogues 2

• 15:45 Summary of dialogues

• 16:10 Perspectives on the future of cultural policy

• 16:40 Closing remarks

Evening

• 17:30–20:00 Optional guided visit to the Amos Rex Generation 2026 exhibition, followed by informal networking at the Lasipalatsi restaurant bar

Registration

Participation in the morning programme is free of charge, but requires registration through the ticketing service. The morning programme can also be followed online.

Participation in the afternoon programme requires a paid ticket, which includes:

• Access to the full afternoon programme

• Afternoon coffee

• The option to register for a guided tour of the Amos Rex Generation 2026 exhibition
  (Please note: advance registration for the guided tour is required when purchasing your ticket, and places are limited.)

Ticket types

Full day (morning + afternoon):

• Standard ticket: €38

• Pay-what-you-can ticket: minimum €1 (limited availability)

Morning only:

• Free ticket (on-site participation)

• Free ticket (online participation)

Total venue capacity: 400 participants

Venue and time

The event takes place in central Helsinki at Bio Rex, Lasipalatsi, located between Kamppi and the Central Railway Station.

Venue: Lasipalatsi, Bio Rex
Address: Mannerheimintie 22–24, 00100 Helsinki
Time: 25 May 2026, 08:45–20:00

More information about accessibility and arrival:
Event Information - Cupore

The project is funded by the Finnish Cultural Foundation and the Jenny and Antti Wihuri Foundation. The event is organised in cooperation with the Amos Anderson Foundation and the Nordic Culture Point. 

The Center for Cultural Policy Research Cupore is a leading expert organisation in cultural policy research. It produces and disseminates research, studies, and evaluations to support decision‑making and civil society. Cupore is maintained by the Foundation for Cultural Policy Research.