The participants sit around a table. The proceedings are led by a toastmaster, whose responsibility is to uphold traditions and order songs, based on suggestions from the participants. It includes a meal, several rounds of alcoholic drinks, loads of fun and if we're lucky, an after party! 

Some advice for beginners

  • Always be on time! Sitsit rules dictate a punishment for being late.
  • Dinner and some drinks are served but you are welcome to bring your own beverages depending on how much you usually drink.
  • You should have something to eat before you arrive to the Sitsit so you won't be starving. The traditions of Sitsit are more focused on singing and drinking rather than eating.
  • Wear your costume when you arrive.
  • Listen to the toastmaster.
  • Follow the rules.

Some of the sitsit rules

  • Toastmaster: The person who leads the Sitsit and the songs. Respect the toastmaster and do what they say.
  • Snaps: The transparent alcoholic liquid in your glass/can/bottle. You drink snaps after each song and say: “Kippis” (= Finnish for “Cheers”).
  • Mellan Sup: Swedish word for “in between”. When you hear this during a song, you drink a sip. Without cheering. And then keep on singing.
  • Singing: An important part of the Sitsit. You are welcome to suggest a song, but first ask a permission to speak from the toastmaster by raising your hand. Once you have permission get up and introduce yourself.
  • Breaks: Peeing, smoking and leaving the table are only allowed during the breaks which toastmaster announces.
  • Punishment: If you don’t follow the rules or arrive late, you will be made to do something embarrassing, for example singing alone. So follow the rules! They are there to make the party enjoyable for everyone.

Sound complicated, but attending Sitsit is some of the best fun a student can have!