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Road access restrictions during the Ice Hockey World Championships 12–28 May 2023

12.5.2023 The Ice Hockey World Championships will be held at the Nokia Arena in Tampere between 12 and 28 May. Tampere will host Group A of the championships, two quarter-final matches, and all remaining matches starting from the semi-finals. Big crowds are expected for all matches so, in order to guarantee a safe and smooth event for all, there will be some traffic restrictions in place for vehicular access in the vicinity of the Arena and in Ratina and Kyttälä. There will also be traffic and parking restrictions in the Pyynikki area and around the Central Square. 

Respect the Home of Hockey during the Ice Hockey World Championship

8.5.2023 On Monday 8 May, the city of Tampere launched Respect Tampere the Home of Hockey campaign to encourage the entire city community and hockey fans to keep the Home of Hockey clean during the 2023 Ice hockey world championship. The goal is also to remind of respectful behavior towards others.

Kesäkeidas Summer Terrace Restaurants will screen Hockey Championship games and Eurovision final

5.5.2023 Kesäkeidas Summer Terrace Restaurants is a cozy seating area with a wide range of food and drink for all tastes. The Summer Terrace Restaurants area, located between Tampere Theatre and the City Hall will open on Wednesday 10 May at 11 am, just in time for the 2023 Ice Hockey World Championship. All the championship games played in Tampere will be screened at the terrace, which has a capacity for up to 500 people. In addition, The Eurovision Song Contest will be screened in the area on Saturday 13 May. 

The NHL Hockey Day event brings hockey excitement to Tampere 17-18 March

14.3.2023 The NHL Hockey Day lands in Sorsapuisto, Tampere, from 17-18 March. Aimed at hockey fans of all ages, the two-day event features e.g., Finnish hockey legends, live performances, and a Stanley Cup award. The event culminates on Saturday with a viewing party for the NHL regular season game between the Detroit Red Wings and the Colorado Avalanche. Admission to the Hockey Day is free.