PRO Gala 2026

PRO Gala was once again organised in collaboration with Finlandia Hall, bringing together Creative Technology and Visual45 to deliver a spectacular awards experience for the restaurant industry’s own Oscar gala, hosted by Kamua Helsinki.

The goal was simple: create an event where content, technology, and atmosphere worked smoothly together across several spaces while also reaching viewers online.

Creative Technology was responsible for the video and lighting production in the main auditorium, making sure the show ran clearly and reliably. A Watchout media server was used to run all the visual material for the evening’s eighteen award categories, including the nominee videos and on-screen content created by Visual45. The gala was filmed with five cameras and streamed live to Kamua Helsinki’s website so audiences could follow the event in real time. Lighting was operated using the Finlandia Hall’s in-house system, adapted to match the style and pace of the show, while the venue team handled the audio production.

The event then continued in the Piazza, where the atmosphere shifted from the formal ceremony to a more relaxed dinner while staying visually connected to the main program. Creative Technology delivered the audio, lighting, and video solutions for this space, including twelve screens showing live camera feeds and event visuals throughout the evening. The dinner program was recorded using three robotic cameras, allowing high-quality coverage without disturbing guests. By combining the venue’s existing AV systems with additional technical expertise, the production remained efficient and consistent.

The pre-event gathering and afterparty in the Veranda created yet another mood, designed for networking and celebration. Creative Technology provided the sound, lighting, and visual setup, including stage lighting and audio systems suited to the more informal setting while maintaining the same technical reliability as in the earlier parts of the event. Visual45 played a key role in shaping the look of the gala, producing all nominee films and screen content. This ensured a consistent story across every format, from the large auditorium projections to the dinner displays.

The result was a harmonious event with an atmosphere of celebration and excitement. Our client Kamua Helsinki expressed great satisfaction with the result, impressed by the smooth execution of the production.

Thank you Kamua Helsinki for the continued trust as PRO Gala’s technical partner!