26.03.2026-27.03.2026

SOHJO 2026 is Eastern Finland’s biggest business event. It unites startups, investors, innovation, technology, and creativity – to meet the future together.
March 26–27, 2026
Venue: Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel, Joensuu
SOHJO 2026 business event brings together inspiring keynotes, expert panel discussions, hands-on workshops and cross-sector collaboration from all over the world. More than just an event, it is Eastern Finland’s coolest and boldest stage for entrepreneurship, startups, creativity and encounters – filled with pure business festival spirit.
The primary language of the festival will be English.
Dress code: Business Festival.
SOHJO kicks off with side events across Joensuu throughout the week leading up to the main festival days. From networking meetups to creative sessions, these gatherings keep the coolest business festival atmosphere alive, turning the city into a vibrant hub of ideas, creativity and encounters.
The Spark you can only find in Eastern Finland, powered by Business Joensuu.
Business Kuopio is sponsoring the event.
Read more:
businessjoensuu.fi/en/sohjo