Our ideas. Our decision.

OmaStadi is currently in the co-creation phase. In the spring of 2026 city residents and city employees worked together to plan projects. Now, residents’ comments and the information gathered are currently being compiled and analyzed. The results of the co-creation process will be published in August 2026. OmaStadi is Helsinki's participatory budgeting process. Through OmaStadi, Helsinki residents can propose and vote for how the city spends 10 million euros.

Smiling citizens of different ages together

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22.09.2025 - 05.10.2025

Proposals
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11.03.2026 - 29.03.2026

Voting
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Spring 2026

Co-creation
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From autumn 2026

Implementation

Helsinki districts with their budgets: Western 1723412€, Northern 665799€, Central 1572408€, Southern 1868353€, Northeastern 1531569€, Southeastern 882799€, Eastern and Östersundom 1755482€

Discover new projects in your area

The City will implement 54 new OmaStadi projects across the city. The projects include shared activities, events and opportunities for physical activity – as well as initiatives for children, young people and families. See what’s coming to your area.

Picks from projects

Here are some randomly picked examples of OmaStadi-projects.

Renovation of the Seurasaari bathing area and enabling sauna construction with private funding

The Seurasaari bathing area needs renovation — kiosk, changing rooms, pier and benches — as well as improved administrative, technical and social accessibility.

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3 people have added this to their favourites

Outreach youth work in Herttoniemi

More youth workers are requested in Herttoniemenranta to support young people and calm the area.

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2 people have added this to their favourites

Swimming ladders and changing cabins in Eiranranta

The popular pier and embankment at Eiranranta should have proper, fixed swimming ladders. This would greatly improve accessibility for seniors as well. Changing booths are also needed.

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Sports and outdoor recreation

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5 people have added this to their favourites

Rowing boats for shared use in the southeastern district

Rowboats and life jackets are proposed in the southeastern area to support safe family water activities.

Project progress

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Sports and outdoor recreation

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One person has added this to their favourites

More outdoor gyms in Western Helsinki

A new outdoor gym is needed in Western Helsinki — suggested locations include Honkasuo/Kaarela, Lassila Sports Park, the Kannelmäki fitness trail, Munkkivuori and Lehtisaari.

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Sports and outdoor recreation

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3 people have added this to their favourites

Stars Back: A Guide to Responsible Urban Lighting

Light pollution is a modern problem that affects nature, health and astronomy. A guide on responsible urban lighting is needed.

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2 people have added this to their favourites

Forest play park to Nurkka Playground

Create a forest‑themed playing area for children in Nurkka Playground, supporting health and wellbeing. Plant durable, multi‑species shrubs and trees.

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Parks and nature

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3 people have added this to their favourites

Public sauna and winter swimming spot in Central Helsinki – an oasis of wellbeing

A warm, communal and affordable traditional sauna with direct access to the sea should be built in central Helsinki and be usable year‑round.

Project progress

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Sports and outdoor recreation

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One person has added this to their favourites

Replacing lawn areas with pollinator‑friendly flower meadows in Lauttasaari

Pollinators are essential to natural ecosystems. Some grass fields in Lauttasaari should be converted into lush pollinator‑friendly flower meadows.

Project progress

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Parks and nature

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4 people have added this to their favourites

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Upcoming events

Here you can find information about OmaStadi events and activities.

This is Kontula Fashion Event

This is Kontula Fashion Event

Kontulan Ostoskeskus, Ostostie 4, Helsinki

Rentoa Koripalloa

Rentoa Koripalloa

Puistolan kirkko / Liikuntasali, Tenavatie 4, Helsinki

Korttipeli-illat

Korttipeli-illat

Puistola church, Tenavatie 4, Helsinki

Rentoa Koripalloa

Rentoa Koripalloa

Puistolan kirkko / Liikuntasali, Tenavatie 4, Helsinki

Rentoa Koripalloa

Rentoa Koripalloa

Puistolan kirkko / Liikuntasali, Tenavatie 4, Helsinki

Rentoa Koripalloa

Rentoa Koripalloa

Puistolan kirkko / Liikuntasali, Tenavatie 4, Helsinki

Rentoa Koripalloa

Rentoa Koripalloa

Puistolan kirkko / Liikuntasali, Tenavatie 4, Helsinki

Korttipeli-illat

Korttipeli-illat

Puistola church, Tenavatie 4, Helsinki

Korttipeli-illat

Korttipeli-illat

Puistola church, Tenavatie 4, Helsinki

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News

OmaStadi makes Helsinki better – do you know what participatory budgeting is?

OmaStadi is Helsinki's participatory budgeting process. The fourth round of OmaStadi is currently under way. Helsinki residents can now have their say on how the OmaStadi proposals that passed the vote are carried out by commenting on them on the OmaStadi website as well as attending the OmaStadi development workshop.

Communication tips to increase voter turnout

Did your own proposal proceed to a vote, or did you find a great proposal that you would like to see happen? We've put together some tips below to help you share information about OmaStadi proposals.

One mall, over a hundred events – culture is created together in Kontula

The Kontula Cultural Mall, made possible by OmaStadi, had an exceptionally varied programme in 2025, offering everything from magic to crafts and from noise music to food experiences. The events were attended by more than 11,000 people.

Meeting people and growing together – OmaStadi has brought community to Helsinki

OmaStadi funding has been used to organise events that bring people together all around Helsinki. It has helped with renovating the canopy kiosk near Arabianaukio Square into a meeting place for local residents and strengthening the emotional and interaction skills of schoolchildren, among other initiatives.

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