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Finally in Finland: Activate brings active gaming to Helsinki

Get ready to jump, climb and think on your feet. International active gaming hit Activate Helsinki is opening its first Finnish venue at Itis on Friday 30 January 2026

Antti Helin
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Antti Helin
Local Expert, Helsinki
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Activate isn’t about sitting behind a screen. Instead, players move through a series of high-energy, tech-driven game rooms, combining physical challenges with clever problem-solving. Think fast reactions, teamwork and plenty of sweat, all powered by real-time, responsive technology that keeps score as you go.

The opening kicks off on Friday from 2pm at Itis shopping centre (Itäkatu 1–7, 2nd floor), with discounted play running throughout the weekend – a good excuse to test your agility without committing to Olympic-level effort.

Originally launched in Winnipeg, Activate has grown into a global phenomenon, now operating in more than 90 cities across 20 countries.

‘It’s great to bring an energetic gaming experience to Helsinki, where players quite literally step out from behind the screen and onto the playing field,’ says Susanna Kolu, CEO of Activate Games Helsinki Oy.

The games are designed for adults and kids alike, making Activate an easy win for families, groups of friends and anyone looking to do something a bit more active than the usual night out.

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