Folk it Up! ❄️ 15th January

Timeless dances from across the continent 🇪🇺

Our dancing shoes (and dancing socks, because barefoot dancing is also a thing in here!) are full of excitement. After a short winter break, we’re back with the first Folk it Up! session of 2026.

Our volunteers will introduce some new Balfolk dances, mixed with a few favorites from past sessions.

Got a dance you love? This is your moment to shine! What better way to start the new year than sharing a dance you’re passionate about? If it’s not on your New Year’s resolutions yet, now is the time to add it ✨

The only rule: dances should be beginner-friendly and as accessible as possible. If yours fits the vibe, feel free to suggest it, before the event or during the session.

Never danced folk before? No worries at all. Our volunteers will happily teach the steps and get you moving on the dance floor  💃🕺

🧭 Practical Info

   📆  Date: Thursday,  January 15th
   🕕  Time: 18:00–21:00
    📍   Location: Allianssi-talo, Asemapäällikönkatu 1, 00520 Helsinki.  Allianssi-talo is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets. 
   💰  Cost: Free! But registration is required—sign up below.
   🌍  Language: The event is in English, but no worries if you’re not fluent—dance is universal! Plus, Finnish-speaking volunteers will be around to help.
   🗣️  Tapahtuma järjestetään englanniksi, mutta pärjäät tapahtumassa myös ilman kummempaa kielitaitoa.

🌱 What is Folk it Up?

Folk it Up! is a European Solidarity Corps (ESC) Solidarity Project, co-funded by the European Union. It’s free of charge, targeted to youth but open to everyone and volunteer-led. The project runs from September 2025 to March 2026, and you’re welcome to join at any time.

👉 Want to join the volunteer team? Send us an email—we’d love to hear from you!

📲 Follow us on social media or check our website for updates on locations and program details. Read more about the project here.

📝 Registration form

🎟️ The event is free, but registration is mandatory.