Arctic Flair 2026 was held on March 9th at Ravintola Kekäle in Levi, Lapland, in collaboration with CoreGo. The international flairtending competition brought together top bartenders from around the world to compete in the most visually impressive and technically skilled bar performances.
Flair bartending combines cocktail preparation with performance: during the competition, bottles, shakers, and bar tools are tossed in the air with acrobatic movements while competitors prepare cocktails for the judges. The event introduced a unique and international show to Levi’s restaurant and event culture.
The event attracted a large number of competitors and spectators and received a very positive response. The participants delivered stunning flair bartending performances, and the show’s visual appeal and technical excellence captivated the audience. The competition was won by Latvian Deniss Trifanovs, who impressed the judges with his precision and creativity.
The organizers also announced that Arctic Flair will return to Levi next year on March 15, 2027. The event will once again offer an opportunity to witness world-class flair bartending skills and experience its unique atmosphere on site.
Photo: Laura Jussila
CoreGo Enabled Competitors to Redeem Benefits via QR Codes
CoreGo was a sponsor and technology partner at the event, providing portable POS terminals that allowed competitors to pay their entry fees quickly and securely.
In addition, we delivered a QR code solution printed on competition passes. The QR codes included lunch and drink benefits for competitors, which could be redeemed by showing the code at participating restaurants. Handheld scanners ensured that the QR codes could be read quickly and effortlessly, even in a busy event environment.
Competitors used their QR codes directly in restaurants in Levi village: lunch was served at Restaurant Boneless and drinks were enjoyed at Bar Alakerta. Our solutions enabled fast and smooth service, making the experience pleasant for both competitors and organizers.
“Cooperation with CoreGo was seamless from start to finish, giving event attendees the opportunity to get to know the partner brand while enjoying cocktail culture. The CoreGo Cocktail Workshop and the CoreGo Cocktail we created together received a lot of praise, and the technological solutions provided by CoreGo made organizing the event easier, making the day significantly more stress-free. Functional symbioses like this are at the very heart of event production.”
Anna Välimäki / Arctic Flair
CoreGo thanks the Arctic Flair team for their trust and great cooperation. It was a pleasure to be part of making the event a smooth and successful experience for all involved.
