Tampere Award
Tampere Award can be rewarded to people who have contributed to the development of the city and the well-being of its residents through their life’s work or activities, or who have helped to make Tampere more attractive as the most popular city in Finland. The award is given annually on Tampere Day. The Tampere awards have been granted since 1959.
Tampere awards 2026
In 2025 the Tampere Award was granted to war veteran and Senior Engineer Aimo Reinikainen. First Class Gold Medals of Merit were awarded to theatre artist Tanjalotta Räikkä, author Annukka Salama and musician Tuomas Kostiainen (Costi).
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Updated 2.10.2026