🇬🇧 Annual District Gala – 1950s Italian Vibes 🎷✨🦁
Saturday 25. April at 18:00 - 22:30
Doors open at 17:45. A separate ticket is required for the afterparty starting at 22:30.
Ravintola Pomo d’or, Helsingfors
We continue the tradition of our incredibly fun Annual District Galas! After last year’s celebration in Otaniemi, we move to the harbor city – Helsinki – and this time we dive into the Italian atmosphere of the 1950s, marking the moment when Lions clubs first arrived in Finland 75 years ago.
📍 Venue: Italian restaurant Pomo D’or, Helsinki
🕰 Theme: Italian 1950s
👔 Dress code: 1950s style OR dark suit OR Lions attire with insignia
Only the first 50 Lions (with guest) can join – secure your seat early!

🎉 Highlights of the Evening
Three-course Italian gala menu, served at the tables
Official gala drink: Lionamore – Con Amore, Con Lions
(Alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions available)Live performance by Musicista Suzan Mecielli

Lions award recognitions
New drinking songs with solo performances
Great company and lots of laughter
🔐 Afterparty at a secret location (book your separate afterparty ticket)
Take a look at last year’s gala highlights here.
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🗓 PROGRAM
17:45
Doors open & inspiring encounters begin
18:00
Dear friends, the gala begins with a sparkling welcome toast
Starter
Main course
Award ceremony
Dessert & socializing
Club greetings and fun performances
22:30
Move to the afterparty
🎷 Expect a nostalgic evening filled with good food, music, and above all, excellent company. Bring your friends along 😎
See you in true 1950s Italian style! 🦁✨

Ravintola Pomo d’or • Sandvikskajen 11, 00180 Helsingfors, Nyland, Finland