Festival Schedule — Saturday, November 15
12:00
Doors Open
Check in at any time during the day. With your pre-purchased ticket, you’ll receive:
• An entrance wristband
• A welcome drink
• A tasting ticket (6 or 12 oysters)
• An engraved FC crystal glass to use — and keep as your gift
Your wristband allows re-entry, so feel free to come and go as you please.
13:00
Introduction of Competitors
Meet the professional contestants, judges, and partners of FC Open 2025.
13:30
Oyster Championship Begins
The first round of FC Open 2025 kicks off — qualifying heats begin.
Each heat is judged on speed, precision, and cleanliness.
13:45
Round 1 of 3 (3 competitors)
14:15
Round 2 of 3 (3 competitors)
14:45
Round 3 of 3 (3 competitors)
15:15
Champions’ Shucking Showcase
Watch World Champion Anti Lepik, European Champion Johann Schlag, and Swedish Champion Hasse Johannesson demonstrate elite oyster opening technique — fast, flawless, and by the book.
15:45
Caviar Cake & Live Music
Finlandia Caviar offers a ceremonial caviar cake. Live band and Coffee.
16:15
Oyster Eating Contest (Guests)
How fast can you eat six oysters? Join or cheer from the sidelines.
16:45
Qualifier Results Announced
Top 3 contestants advance to the final based on time and presentation.
17:00
Championship Final: FC Open 2025
Three finalists compete for the title. Who will win?
17:30
Amateur Shucking Contest (Guests)
Guided by the pros, guests compete on stage. Big energy. Big fun.
18.00
Final Results & Awards
Championship winners announced and awarded.
18.30
Champagne Sabering Contest
Contestants open bottles with sabres. Judges rate technique and flair.
19.00
Partner Competition & Awards
Special oyster opening tournament for event partners.
19.30
Luxury Raffle & DJ Set
Raffle draw: Bubble by A. Tillander — a handmade jewelry set (ring, bracelet, pendant, earrings). DJ takes over — caviar, music, and mood.
20.00
Happy Hour for Oysters
21.00
One last sip, one last oyster. See you next year!
Mark your calendars — here’s what the day looks like.

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