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International Sand Artist Matsu Yoshi Arrives in Oulainen – Sand Sculpture Honouring the 140th Anniversary of the Ostrobothnian Railway to Be Created During Wanha Woima Days

The Kuutar Garden: a virtual world of botanical afterlife

The world premiere of Whirling Energy, an orchestral work by the composer couple from Haapajärvi, Sanna Ahvenjärvi and Tapio Lappalainen, at the Haapavesi Folk Music Festival on 26 June 2026.

Oulu, Northern Finland’s Tech Hub, to Launch International ‘Lumo Art and Tech Festival’ in November 2026

Group reservations for Summer Night’s Dinner 15th August

Discover Oulu2026 with Guided Tours this summer

The opening of Kankari Art Villa

Registration for Arctic Tasting is now open
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- The Kuutar Garden: a virtual world of botanical afterlife
- Oulu, Northern Finland’s Tech Hub, to Launch International ‘Lumo Art and Tech Festival’ in November 2026
- Tips for Arctic Midsummer
- European Capital of Culture celebrates a landmark year for Finnish jazz
- Climate Clock public art series featured in The New York Times
