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Kuopio Media Art Festival 19.9.–25.10.2026
The first Kuopio Media Art Festival takes place from 19 September to 25 October 2026 across Kuopio. The festival brings together Finnish media artists in a varied programme of exhibitions, […]
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Shelter 2026 civil defence exercise achieved its objectives
The Shelter 2026 civil defence exercise held in Kuopio, Finland on 2–3 September achieved the objectives set for it. The exercise, involving more than 2,000 participants, tested the sheltering of […]
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ANTI – Contemporary Art Festival will take place for the 25th time in Kuopio on 15–20 September, 2026
From the very beginning, participating in the ANTI Festival has been an experience that revolutionises one’s thinking and understanding of the arts and the world. The anniversary programme explores alternative […]
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Shelter 2026 also invites the public to take part: follow the exercise via a live broadcast and come explore the Luola Cave, transformed into a civil defense shelter!
The Shelter 2026 civil defense exercise taking place in Kuopio can be followed even if you are not otherwise participating in it. A live broadcast from the exercise will be […]
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Preparations for higher education collaboration in eastern Finland continue – steering group outlined next steps and the autumn schedule
The steering group for higher education collaboration in eastern Finland discussed the progress reports of the vision group and the working groups focusing on collaboration structures at its meeting of […]
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City of Kuopio launched an easy-to-read website
City of Kuopio has launched its first easy-to-read web pages. The purpose of the pages is to provide clear and accessible information about the city’s services for a wide range […]