A Stamp That Speaks Volumes: Finland Celebrates Pride 2026

When a stamp becomes more than just postage — when it turns into a declaration of visibility, diversity, and love — that’s when something powerful happens.
Next May, Finland’s national postal service Posti will release a special Pride stamp designed by artist Eero Lampinen, and it’s already making waves.

©Posti - stamp designed by Eero Lampinen

Color, Courage, and Celebration

The vibrant design features a joyful group marching in the colors of the rainbow flag — a moment of unity captured in motion, printed for the world to see. It’s not just ink on paper. It’s art in motion, pride in color, and inclusion in every detail.

“This stamp is not only a design — it’s a message that travels. A message that says love is visible, love moves, and love connects.”

Posti, known for its creative and socially conscious stamp collections, has been an official partner of the Helsinki Pride Community since 2018. This collaboration isn’t just symbolic; it’s an ongoing commitment to equality and human rights — values that the company actively practices within its diverse community.

©Posti - is the national postal and logistics company of Finland

A Country That Delivers Equality

In a world where visibility still matters, Finland continues to lead by example.
From the capital’s Pride celebrations to public institutions taking visible stands, this stamp marks another chapter in how a country can deliver inclusion — quite literally — through the mail.

image: Posti Oy

Back in September 2014, Finland made international headlines when Posti, the Finnish postal service, launched a bold series of LGBTQ-themed stamps celebrating the iconic artist Tom of Finland.

The collection, featuring Tom’s unmistakable homoerotic artwork, was a daring tribute to freedom, sexuality, and creative expression — values deeply tied to Finland’s modern identity.

What started as a national release quickly became a global sensation, sparking conversations about art, censorship, and visibility in ways few stamps ever have.
Finland wasn’t just sending mail — it was sending a message: love, in all its forms, deserves to be seen.

Eero Lampinen: The Art of Visibility

Eero Lampinen, known for his bold, surreal illustrations and emotionally charged storytelling, brings the Pride spirit to life through color, flow, and freedom. His art has always explored identity and connection — themes that resonate deeply with the LGBTQ+ community.

All images: ©Eero Lampinen - instagram

His design for Posti transforms a small, everyday object into something iconic. A reminder that design can be activism, and beauty can be a statement.

More Than a Stamp — A Movement

When you hold a Pride stamp, you’re not just holding a piece of paper. You’re holding a symbol of love that travels across borders, carrying with it the spirit of equality and the celebration of diversity that defines Finland — and the LGBTQ+ community around the world.

©Posti

In Short

• Designer: Eero Lampinen

• Issued by: Posti Group Oyj

• Release date: May 6, 2026

• Theme: Pride 2026 – “Color, Unity, and Love”

• Available: As a 10-stamp sheet

“Visibility is not just being seen. It’s being celebrated. And this stamp — traveling from Finland to the world — is pure celebration.”