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Sand artist Matsu Yoshi working in Lappeenranta. Photo: Tuomo Jantunen, 2026.

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

24.6.2026
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The Kuutar Garden: a virtual world of botanical afterlife 

24.6.2026
From left in the photo: Tapio, Emilia and Joonatan Lappalainen, and Sanna Ahvenjärvi. Photo by Sami Mustonen.

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.

23.6.2026
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aerial view of Oulu cathedral

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

23.6.2026

Group reservations for Summer Night’s Dinner 15th August 

22.6.2026

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22.6.2026
On the left artist Ben Allal Ayad and next to him Minister of Science and Culture Mari-Leena Talvitie and host Dalida Ayad. Photo: Roosa Vaarnanen

The opening of Kankari Art Villa

22.6.2026
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22.6.2026

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