Queerland Magazine

Koti
Suomi
Helsinki
Queerland Magazine

Q***rland Media is the first and only International Q***r Media in Finland and the Nordics. Be loud Be Proud Be Celebrated.

Also on Instagram
***rlandmedia

En español: instagram ***rlandmediaespanol

21/12/2025

So, what is Heated Rivalry really about?

At its core, it’s a gay enemies-to-lovers romance set in the hyper-masculine world of professional ice hockey. Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov are rivals on the ice, obsessed with winning, power and pride… until desire complicates everything. What starts as raw attraction slowly turns into something much deeper — and much more dangerous in a sport built on silence and machismo.

The series is based on Heated Rivalry, one of the most iconic novels from Rachel Reid’s Game Changers book series — a collection of seven q***r hockey romance novels that completely redefined the genre. What many expected to be “just another spicy adaptation” became a cultural moment.

Is there a second season confirmed?
Yeah! Is confirmed for a SECOND SEASON! Why? the numbers, the hype and the global obsession make one thing clear: the demand is loud.

And Finland?
Still waiting. No release date. No platform announced. Just TikTok clips keeping the fandom alive.

One of the most fascinating things about Heated Rivalry is its massive impact on heterosexual audiences, especially women. Why? Because it flips the script. It removes tired gender roles, centers emotional intimacy, vulnerability and consent, and places desire in a space traditionally ruled by toxic masculinity.

A gay love story didn’t just enter hockey culture — it exposed its cracks.
And people can’t stop watching.

While Canada, the United States, Australia and New Zealand live this obsession week by week, Finland keeps waiting.I hear Spain soon!

***rlandmedia ***rshow

19/12/2025

Q***r photographers in Finland and the Baltics — this one matters.

Fotografiska Tallinn has launched a new photography open call focused on emerging artists and new visual voices from the region.

Who can apply?
When is the deadline?
How does it work?
What kind of projects are they looking for?

We’re not spilling everything here.

If you’re a professional photographer, just starting your career, or know someone in our q***r creative community who needs to see this — don’t miss it.

👉 All the details are waiting for you on q***rlandmedia.com
👉 Or via biosite in our Instagram bio

Read it. Share it. Pass it on and If you know someone incredibly creative in our community — share this post.
tallinn ***rPhotography Q***rArtists EmergingArtists PhotographyCommunity

16/12/2025

A new chapter begins for Helsinki Pride ✨

Today, Helsinki Pride Helsinki Pride released an official press release announcing important changes in its leadership for 2026 — and here at Q***rland Media, we want to keep you informed.

Matti Numminen has been elected as the new Chair of the Board, with Kaisa Seppo stepping in as Vice Chair. Together, they bring a strong focus on year-round impact, inclusion, intersectionality, and long-term community work.

This new leadership marks a moment of continuity, stability, and vision for one of the most important Pride organizations in the Nordics.

Picture: Helsinki Pride instagram - - Kaisa Seppo (left) and Matti Numminen

👉 Read the full story via the link in our bio.site
👉 Visit q***rlandmedia.com for more LGBTQ+ news, stories, and voices

***rlandmedia ***rlandnews

13/12/2025

Source Information reporting by .ee , LGBT+ media in Estonia. Thank you for the important and ongoing work.

Estonia is taking a powerful step forward for LGBTIQ+ rights in Europe.

The country has approved a national action plan designed to expand protections and equal opportunities for LGBTIQ+ people across education, healthcare, employment, justice, and public life.

This plan isn’t symbolic. It includes:
– Safer and more inclusive schools
– Stronger legal protections
– Better access to healthcare, including gender-affirming care
– Training for public institutions and workplaces
– A clear commitment to fighting discrimination, hate, and violence

The message is clear: LGBTIQ+ people deserve to live openly, safely, and with dignity.

This is how structural change begins.

👉 Read the full story and all the details in our Instagram bio link
🌐 Or visit q***rlandmedia.com

Photo: Getty

***rlandmedia ***rnews

12/12/2025

Grindr didn’t just stay busy this year — it went fully volcanic. More than 135 billion chats lit up the app in 2025, turning late-night swipes into a global q***r fireworks show.

And the community crowned its icons with zero hesitation. Lady Gaga reigned as the unstoppable Matriarch of Pop Chaos. Jonathan Bailey claimed the spotlight as the man who made everyone blush on sight. Pedro Pascal continued his natural legacy as the planet’s most beloved Daddy. Bad Bunny… let’s just say his category deserves its own universe. Trixie Mattel and Katy proved that a podcast can be both razor-sharp and ridiculous in the best way. And Jinx Monsoon floated above the rest, winning Doll of the Year with the grace only she can deliver.

🚨🚨🚨 Did you know?

👏👏 Finland just shook up Grindr Unwrapped 2025 by landing in two major global categories… and trust us, the results say a lot about the Nordic nation’s q***r energy.

Want to know which categories Finland dominated?

We’ve got the full tea.

Find the complete breakdown on our biosite right here on Instagram.

Or visit q***rlandmedia.com to get all the details on this global q***r update.

Stay tuned, stay curious, stay q***r.

Pictures: Getty

***rlandmedia

11/12/2025

Read the full story on our biosite and at q***rlandmedia.com

Swiss tennis player Mika Brunold just came out publicly at 21, stepping into the global sports arena with honesty and power. His message was simple but transformative: hiding was never an option, and being true to himself matters more than any ranking.

His announcement adds momentum to a new era where LGBTQ+ athletes refuse silence and claim their place on the court, on the field, and in every space where authenticity was once treated as a risk.

Mika’s courage isn’t just personal—it’s a signal to every young player watching: your identity has power, your story has value, and the future of sport belongs to those who show up exactly as they are.

Finland, a case study in courage. Also read more about A global movement on the rise with LGBTQ+ athletes.

Explore the full story and more LGBTQ+ sports voices at q***rlandmedia.com and our bio.site.

***rlandmedia

Photo 1 by Getty
Photo 2

09/12/2025

Helsinki kicked off December with a burst of q***r creativity at HOMOTAIDEMARKKINAT – The Q***r Art Fair Christmas Edition, held on December 5th at the Hobo Hotel. More than 20 LGBTQ+ artists and entrepreneurs filled the space with bold ceramics, illustrations, prints, q***r literature, photography, design pieces, and handmade objects that reflected the depth and diversity of Finland’s q***r talent.

The Fair gathered more than 20 q***r artists and entrepreneurs curated by its founders, and —two creative forces who clearly understand the cultural power of visibility.
Names like Moe Mustafa, Ugly Monsters, Tristor Blue, Mikko Rasila, Peter Juhan, Svante Gullichsen, Makla Laine and many many others turned the fair into a vivid celebration of identity, business, and community power.

Events like this matter. They give visibility to q***r creators, strengthen the local LGBTQ+ economy, and create warm, inclusive spaces during a season that can feel isolating for many in our community.

Póster made by Eino Nurmisto

Want to dive deeper into this beautiful and vibrant fair?

Read the full story on our bio.site and at q***rlandmedia.com

***rlandmedia ***rchristmasmarket ***rchristmasmarket .soderholm

06/12/2025

December has arrived, Finland — and the q***r energy is nowhere near cooling down. While winter wraps the city in frost, our community keeps the heat alive with drag takeovers, indie art pop-ups, q***r markets, DJ nights, film screenings, and spaces where creatives, performers, entrepreneurs, and businesses shine on their own terms. SUPPORT LOCAL LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

Welcome to the Q***r December Events Guide — your gateway into everything bold, brilliant, and beautifully q***r happening across Finland (and beyond). This month is packed with moments that bring us together, keep us visible, and celebrate every corner of our culture.

Got a show, party, workshop, or gathering coming up? Share it with us at hello@q***rlandmedia.com. Let’s keep this guide loud, inclusive, and full of the q***r magic that makes our community unforgettable.
a Diivavälitys .bar

***rlandmedia ***revents ***r ***r

05/12/2025

Latest News
Source of information: Yle’s press release.

FINNISH YLE WILL TAKE PART IN EUROVISION SOMG CONTEST IN 2026.

Yle shared an important update about Finland’s future participation in Eurovision. The Finnish public broadcaster announced that its Management Group has set clear conditions that must be met for Finland to remain in the competition in the coming years. These conditions were presented just as EBU member organizations met in Geneva to discuss and vote on proposed rule changes.

According to Yle, the key point is that the European Broadcasting Union must implement the new competition rules it has put forward. Yle considers these changes to be a step in the right direction, emphasizing that voting integrity and the independence of the contest must be protected.

Yle’s CEO, Marit af Björkesten, highlighted that Eurovision was created to offer a space where people can meet despite differences, and for that to continue, the contest must stay free from political influence. Yle also stressed the importance of keeping participation broad, ensuring reasonable costs for broadcasters, and guaranteeing the safety of both artists and audiences.

listed the following conditions for Finland’s participation:

• The EBU must implement and monitor its proposed rule changes.
• Safety for participants and the audience must be ensured.
• The number of participating broadcasters must remain large.
• Costs for participants cannot rise unreasonably.

SEPARATELY:

In based on the latest update from the EBU General Assembly on December 4, Israel will be allowed to participate in Vienna 2026. The decision followed a vote where 738 votes supported adopting the new rules without moving forward with a separate vote on Israel’s participation. After the results, four countries confirmed they will withdraw from the 2026 contest in Vienna: the Netherlands, Ireland, Slovenia, and Spain.

***rlandmedia

02/12/2025

Finland’s Flow Festival has announced the first artists for its 21st edition, once again taking over select venues in and around the iconic Suvilahti Power Plant in Helsinki.

Flow Festival is gearing up for 2026, and the lineup is a full-on love letter to q***r culture.

Flow Festival Helsinki takes place in Helsinki, Finland, 14–16 August 2026. The festival will host around 150 artists. From Honey Dijon’s iconic house energy to Florence + The Machine’s mythic pop presence and rising voices like Asla Jo and SOMBR, this year isn’t just about music — it’s about visibility, resistance, and joy.

We dove deep into why Flow has become one of the most important 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈q***r-friendly festivals in Europe and why this lineup matters more than ever.

Check out all the information about iconic Q***r artists, true allies of our LGBTQ+ community, international talent, and also talented Finnish artists. We tell you everything here on our website q***rlandmedia.com

Read the full story on our website q***rlandmedia.com and find the link in our biosite ⬆️

My HelsinkiI wish I was in Finland@florenceandthemachine
***rlandmedia ***rartist ***rallies

Osoite

Helsinki

Nettisivu

https://www.queerlandmedia.com/

Hälytykset

Tiedä ensimmäisenä ja anna meille oikeus lähettää sinulle sähköpostitse uutisia ja promootioita Queerland Magazine :ltä. Sähköpostiosoitettasi ei käytetä muihin tarkoituksiin, ja voit perua milloin tahansa.

Ota Yhteyttä Yritys

Lähetä viesti Queerland Magazine :lle:

Oikopolut

Oma Yritys listan huipulle Mediayhtiö Helsinki :ssa?

Jaa

Kategoria

Uutiset ja media -sivusto