We warmly welcome you to the UMK25 Dress Rehearsal.
To ensure a smooth arrival and experience, please acquaint yourself with the information in this article.
If you’re coming for the UMK final, read this.
Tickets and arrival
Entry to the UMK dress rehearsal is only permitted with a UMK25 dress rehearsal ticket.
The dress rehearsal is open to all ages in designated sections (S) and restricted to 18+ in sections where alcohol is served. The 18+ sections are located in parts of the B stands.
The ticket has been sent to the email address you provided. If you cannot find your ticket in your inbox, please check your spam folder or look for messages from noreply@lippu.fi. If necessary, contact Lippu.fi at +358 30 514 214.
The evening's final and afterparty are not included in the dress rehearsal ticket.
Detailed arrival instructions can be found on the Nokia Arena website.
Entry routes are marked outside the Arena according to seating sections: Door A and Door B. Please check your seat section on your ticket in advance and line up at the correct entry route on time.
Have your ticket ready in advance. To ensure a safe event, security checks will be conducted for all attendees, which may cause some congestion at the entrance.
Arrive early – the doors open at 12 PM. Attendees in the floor section must be seated by 1:30 PM. The floor section doors will be closed before the broadcast begins.
Coat check and floor maps
If possible, avoid bringing unnecessary items, as they can slow down the entry process. Bags or purses no larger than A4 size are allowed.
The coat check is located on the same level as your seating section. It is optional for everyone except those seated in the floor section, for whom the coat check is mandatory. The coat check fee is €3,5.
Cash is not accepted as a payment method at Nokia Arena.
Thank you for leaving your outerwear at the designated coat check, as the coat check capacity is allocated according to the seating levels.
1st Floor: Floor Section, UMK Club
Entry for floor section attendees is through the A-entrance. Mandatory cloakroom (€3.50 fee) is located on the 1st floor, to the left of the entrance.
3rd Floor: Main Stand Level, UMK Karaoke, YleX Street, Merch
Sections A1-A10 and B1-B10.
Entry to the main stand level is through the A-entrance. Optional cloakroom (€3.50 fee) is located on the 3rd floor, to the left of the escalators, opposite section A3.
Cloakroom payment is made at the top of the escalators. Please have your payment method ready – MobilePay is also accepted.
5th Floor: Upper Stand Level, Yle Street, Bodypainting, Merch Stands
Sections C1-C10 and D1-D10. Entry for upper stand level ticket holders is through the B-entrance. Optional cloakroom (€3.50 fee) is located on the 5th floor.
Wheelchair and companion seats are located in sections A1, A2, B1, and B2. Information about accessibility at Nokia Arena
Schedule
Arriving early lets you dive into the UMK excitement starting at 12 PM!
On the first floor, the UMK Club will feature the Sliving Sisters, who will make sure to get the dress rehearsal audience dancing.
On the third floor, you can sing along to UMK and Eurovision hits at UMK Karaoke or dance to YleX DJs at YleX Street.
The fifth floor is packed with activities, including the Yle Areena commentary simulator, and bodypainting stations.
Finnish classics will play in the Suomi disco hosted by Yle Radio Suomi. Additionally, you can capture memories in stunning UMK-themed photo sets around the arena and enjoy special drinks created exclusively for UMK.
Safety
We are dedicated to providing a safe environment for everyone and follow official safety and health guidelines.
If you notice any safety concerns, please report them to the nearest security staff. Discrimination, bullying, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. Please report any concerning behavior to event staff without hesitation.
Harassment contacts can be identified by their pink safety vests and are reachable at +358 44 421 1080 for any harassment-related incidents.
A security check will be conducted at the entrance. Alcohol, glass bottles, cans, firearms, sharp objects (including multi-tools), fireworks, and other dangerous items are prohibited at Nokia Arena. You may bring an empty 0.5-liter bottle (non-glass).
Support props are welcome at UMK! You can bring flags and signs up to 50 cm in size, provided their poles are not made of metal or wood. Any props that disrupt the live broadcast may be removed.
Lastly
The UMK25 dress rehearsal mirrors the evening live show, but the winner announcement and voting are only part of the rehearsal. You’ll also witness the UMK artists performing for a full Nokia Arena audience for the first time!
Six artists compete in UMK25: Nelli Matula, Goldielocks, Erika Vikman, Viivi, Costee ja Neea River. The rehearsal show features spectacular opening and interval performances and will be hosted by SANNI and Jasmin Beloued.
All UMK25 songs will be available after their release on Yle Areena and music streaming platforms. The live UMK25 broadcast airs on Yle TV1 and Yle Areena on Saturday at 9 PM. You can vote for your favorite using the Yle app, by phone, or via SMS.
A warm welcome to the UMK excitement! 💜
The article was updated on January 22, 2025, at 17:45: Information added regarding One Morning Left being removed from the competition.