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Presidential election 28.1.2024: timetables and voting places

The election day for the 2024 presidential election is Sunday 28.1.2024. According to the Constitution, the president of Finland is elected by direct election from among native-born Finnish citizens. The […]

Kuopio Art Museum's year culminates in a free admission day on New Year's Eve

Nearly 10 000 more visitors than in 2022 Kuopio Art Museum has been buzzing with record-breaking visitor numbers. More than 60 000 visitors have visited the museum so far, including […]

Christmas and New Year exceptions to bus connections

Christmas and New Year holidays bring several exceptions to the timetables of public transport in Kuopio region:

Effects of a possible strike on public transport services in Kuopio region

A possible driver’s strike may stop most of the bus traffic on urban lines on Thursday 14.12. Traffic will stop on following bus lines: Following bus lines will operate normally: In […]

Internship Experiences at International House and Navigaattori

A Journey of Learning, Growth, and International Collaboration At Navigaattori, we believe in providing meaningful internship experiences that not only benefit our organization but also empower and enrich the lives […]

International stars Linda Lampenius and Perttu Kivilaakso at Kuopio Music Centre 17.12.

Linda Lampenius, one of Finland’s most internationally renowned violinists, and cellist Perttu Kivilaakso, who has toured the world with Apocalyptica, will perform their Christmas concert Magic Melodies of Christmas at […]

Kuopio Passenger Railway Terminal fully open to passengers

Since summer, only one platform has been in use at Kuopio railway station. Work has now progressed so that platforms 1 and 2 will also open to passengers on Sunday […]

Opening weekend of Kuopio Christmas Market starts on Friday 8.12.

Opening weekend of the most beautiful Christmas Market in Finland will be celebrated in Kuopio from Friday 8.12.2023. Kuopio Christmas Market, which has been running since 2021, will return this […]

New international experts to Kuopio through cooperation

Henni Kuikka, International House’s Business Cooperation cordinator, participated in a recruitment trip to Barcelona with EURES North Savo and Savas Foundation on 2.-5.10.2023 During the trip she met new Savas […]

Explore the new bilingual Tourism and Hospitality Management Programme for immigrants!

As a Bachelor of Hospitality Management, you will be a competent and distinctive expert in the development of the tourism and hospitality industry. The degree programme at Savonia University of […]

Puijo Tower will be illuminated in blue and white to celebrate Independence Day

One of Kuopio’s most famous symbols, Puijo Tower, will be festively dressed in the colours of Finnish flag this Independence Day. In its 60-year history, the tower has been decorated […]

Kuopio citizens celebrate Independence Day at the Music Centre

Independence Day celebration, open to all Kuopio residents, will take place on Wednesday 6.12.2023 at Kuopio Music Centre. Coffee reception for the public starts at 12:00 in Valohalli Hall and […]

State Art Prize to Kuopio, ANTI Festival awarded for social impact

The State Arts Committees award annual prizes to deserving artists, groups and artistic communities. Arts Promotion Centre awarded ANTI – Contemporary Art Festival for social impact in the arts. The […]

Job search obligation -event

During this event you will hear There will also be experts from the TE-office and the Kuopio region employment services to answer your questions. Place: Navigaattori, Torikatu 5, Kuopio Time: […]