The traditional Salpausselkä Games will be held next on March 5–8, 2026. This over hundred-year-old sporting institution brings together international stars in cross-country skiing, ski jumping, and Nordic combined to compete for World Cup points, as well as audiences to cheer and celebrate this late winter festival with artists and other additional programs!

The first competition at Salpausselkä was held in 1923 – a year before the first official Winter Olympics. The games are the longest continuously organized sporting event in Finland.

Official after-parties at Amarillo on March 6–7.

The official after-party venue (18+) Amarillo offers parties during the competition weekend where the dance atmosphere continues until late at night!

More information here!

Enjoy our restaurants

Good food in good company is part of the competition weekend!

Restaurant tips in Lahti:

• Trattoria Seurahuone: La tavola Italiana – Italian table – includes appetizers, main course and sweet dessert. And if you wish, you can also enjoy the menu without dessert. La tavola Italiana with dessert with S-Etukortti 53.90 €/person (reg. 59.00 €) and without dessert 46.90 €/person (reg. 52 €). Served for a minimum of two people.
• Bar & Bistro: Quality selection of drinks, wines and cocktails, with small bites also available on the menu.
• Coppa eatery : Charcoal grill restaurant on Aleksanterinkatu. Generous portions and great flavors, with a special menu and play area for children.
• Amarillo: Fajitas, burritos, tacos and juicy burgers offer Mexican flavors. Under the same roof as Amarillo, you'll find Bar Kohde.
• Alex & Ines at Lahti Sokos offers pizzas, salads, a la carte dishes and café delicacies. Sit down to eat on-site or grab something to go, even to your hotel room! Under the same roof is Hesburger, which serves on weekends (Fri-Sat) until 5 AM.
• Iloinen Kulkija: Competition atmosphere on the way to the game venues! Stop by here if a relaxed pub atmosphere and having fun with a quality drink selection is part of your plans!
• Las Palmas: Here karaoke rings out and the atmosphere continues until the early hours of the morning. We serve on weekends Fri-Sat from 3 PM to 4 AM.