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High-quality and responsible products from our region

If you wish to create your own Oulu2026 product, read more and apply here

On this page, you’ll find products and services from companies that have licensed the Oulu2026 trademark. Browse Oulu2026 products, get to know the companies, and be inspired by Northern expertise!

Read more about the products and where to purchase them by clicking the image!

Nikama Archticrome Candle Lantern

The candle lantern brings the northern lights to life. Suitable for a tealight. Diameter 4 cm. The base is cast with a non-flammable insulating material. Read more

Lovi interior and gift items

The Lovi Tree is a symbol of our origins and our commitment to timeless, sustainable Nordic design. Oulu2026 edition is available throughout 2026. Read more

Welcome to the world of Balmuir

Discover the Finnish lifestyle design brand Balmuir and its Oulu2026 products celebrating the cultural year. Learn more

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Jewelry, textiles and home decor
Food and drinks
Experiences and events
B2B services & consulting
Other products

Balmuir x Oulu2026

Balmuir will launch a curated selection of Oulu2026 products throughout the year, discover our timeless lifestyle classics and novelties.
The Pohjoisen kutsu pattern is a beautiful design by Elina Antila, inspired by the history of the Oulu region and the powerful nature of the North.

“Pohjoisen kutsu” products

“Pohjoisen kutsu” products include SAUNA robes, bath and hand towels, merino and cotton knits, as well as jersey and sweatshirt garments.
Kuva: Niko Leinonen

“Paska Purkeri” Burger

The “Paska Purkeri” pastrami burger is inspired by the Oulu “landmark graffiti” Paska Kaupunni.
The team brainstorms cultural ideas using the Kulttuurituulia design game. On the table are Oulu-themed game elements and task cards, around which the participants discuss and develop new ideas. (Photographer: Riikka Luomajoki)

Kulttuurituulia design game for companies

An inspiring workshop for teams to realize the potential of culture in their business.
Ritva Rundgren on the yard of The House of Mrs. Santa Claus Finland. Photo Ester Van Dam

A visit from Mrs. Santa Claus Finland at your event

Mrs. Santa Claus Finland Oy provides immersive and story‑driven Oulu2026‑inspired services.
Mielestäni-earrings

Mielestäni-products

The Mielestäni product series is created through a design collaboration between Osuuskauppa Arina, Oulu2026, and designer Susanna Sivonen.
Mikko Leinonen / Livertäjä

Local social media videos

Short videos that showcase the best aspects of your company — with a focus on locality, people, story, and atmosphere. Perfect for social media.
Oulu2026 cake flavor: sea buckthorn–caramel Brita cake. Photo by Johanna Karppinen.

Oulu2026 Sea Buckthorn Caramel Brita

Oulu2026 anniversary cake with a taste of the North. The freshness of northern sea buckthorn and the softness of caramel on a crisp meringue base.
A family trip to a Finnish forest. Photo: Atte Männikkö

Naturest

Happiness and insight — in nature, and from nature. Tailored nature experiences, workshops and guided walks in the Finnish nature.
Anja Harju

Oulu2026 pin

The pin consists of three birch plywood parts and magnets or a lapel pin. The pin is made entirely by hand in Madekoski, Oulu.
An old forest rangers house, Loppula. View from the river. Photo: Sari Ammunet

Loppula Nature Café

Loppula is an idyllic forest ranger’s house in Sanginjoki, just a 20-minute drive from the city of Oulu.
Designmatters Studio Oy

Oulu2026 Design Sprint

Oulu2026 Design Sprint is an inspiring, hands-on workshop designed for companies, bringing employees together to develop new ideas, services, or ways of working
Tar-Scented Pedicure

Tar-Scented Pedicure

Let your feet rest in the traditional calming embrace of tar. The tar-scented pedicure softens the skin, refreshes tired feet, and surrounds you with the comforting aroma of tar.
Oulu2026 pastry

Oulu2026 pastry

The Oulu2026 pastry is a celebration for the Capital of Culture year and a tribute to the pure Arctic ingredients. The cake tastes like Finnish oats and the filling is made with Northern lingonberries.

Aurora by Elokuje – Jewelry inspired by the Northern Lights

Aurora by Elokuje – Loimu earrings shine in all the stunning colors of the Northern Lights.

See also

Oulu2026 MerchandiseClothing, accessories and more from our official Oulu2026 Online Store
PartnersMeet our partners from Oulu and our region!
For BusinessesPractical info for businesses how to join our network