Helsinki prepares for May Day crowds

Helsinki will mark May Day with the return of the Havis Amanda capping at the statue’s square, as the city prepares for large crowds, traffic limits, youth outreach, public toilets and extra waste collection across the centre and Kaivopuisto. The main May Day Eve event takes place on 30 April at Havis Amanda Square. The programme begins at 3.45pm, with Mayor Daniel Sazonov opening the event. Music and dance follow at 4pm, the statue will be washed at 5pm, and the cap will be placed on Havis...