Upcoming Events
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Event: Annual Kalevala Dinner & Finlandia Foundation Lecturer of the Year
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When: Saturday, March 14, 2026, 6:00 PM
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Where: ​Gadsby's Tavern, 400 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA
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Join us for the Annual Kalevala Dinner and talk from Finlandia Foundation National’s Lecturer of the Year, Jay Smith.
In addition to a full dinner catered by Mikko Nordic Fine Foods, Smith's presentation will focus on the life and legacy of John Morton, one of America's Founding Fathers who is of Finnish descent and who cast a crucial vote for American independence.
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Smith, a trained historian, highlights Morton’s story in anticipation of the 2026 U.S.'s 250th anniversary.
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Tickets - FFNCC Members, $80; Non-Members, $100:
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Ticket sales are now closed
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Email FFNCC with any questions about the event.
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Event: Cantores Minores Concert - The Choir of Boys and Young Men of Helsinki Cathedral
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When: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Doors Open at 6:00 PM
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Where: ​Embassy of Finland, 3301 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC
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The Beloved Cantores Minores will be in Washington, DC for one performance only as they tour the U.S. East Coast.
Details on the program and tickets are coming soon.
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Email FFNCC with any questions.
FFNCC at a Glance
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Founded in 1959
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Non-profit organization
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200 members and counting
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Maintains Finnish & Finnish-American traditions
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Promotes Finnish culture
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Organizes cultural & social activities
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Advances knowledge about Finland
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Provides grants & scholarships to individuals and not-for-profit entities of the Washington, DC area for presentations, projects, and performances that promote Finnish and Finnish-American culture