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Oulu2026 Countdown

Press release

Jakob Kudsk Steensen presents an immersive installation about the botanical afterlife deep beneath the city of Oulu

The Most Valuable Clock in the World to be unveiled in this May

European Capital of Culture Brings International Winter Highlights to Oulu and Northern Finland

Snowball Musical starring Mia Hafrén and Mika Nuojua

Anna Morottaja performing at the opening of the Eanangiella major exhibition at the Oulu Art Museum on 16 January 2026. Photo: Petteri Löppönen

Dálvemánnu celebrates Sámi culture with a diverse programme in Oulu in early February

Oulu2026 Opening Festival Drew Massive Crowds – One of the Largest Events in Oulu’s History

Over a million viewers – Oulu2026 launched as a shared moment for all of Finland and the world

Woman eating a cinnamon bun and drinking coffee outside in Finland in the summer.

BBC names Oulu among the world’s 20 best places to travel in 2026

Seven major artworks for expansive Climate Clock art trail, launching 13 June 2026

Nokia Lumo Art & Tech Festival’s main partner – technology and art meet in Oulu

Aerial view of Oulu city centre in winter.

Oulu, Finland unveils programme for European Capital of Culture Opening Festival

Group in front of river and Oulu2026 sign.

100 Days to Go: Oulu Gears Up for its European Capital of Culture Year