Events
Kuopio’s compact and pleasant city centre area and the rich and enchanting nature provide an excellent setting for various cultural, sports, and food events, the largest of which attract visitors from around the world.
Links for finding and organising events
Kuopio event team
Developing Kuopio, the event city
Event team
Events in Kuopio
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Event news
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The planning of collaboration between higher education institutions in eastern Finland progresses – joint working will begin with the owner cities
Preparations related to the deepening of collaboration between higher education institutions in eastern Finland move on to the next stage as the members of the working groups established for the […]
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The nature trip season is starting
The City of Kuopio’s nature trips and volunteer work events offer you the chance to explore the local outdoors from May through September. Guided trips are available for all ages. […]
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May Day in Kuopio 2026
May Day will be celebrated in the traditional way at Kuopio Market Square from April 30 to May 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – come join the festivities! […]
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The season for Vilkku City Bikes starts on 27 April
The season for Vilkku City Bikes begins on Monday 27.4. There will be 500 City Bikes and a total of 54 stations available at the start of the season. A […]
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Kuopio is becoming more international – the number of foreigners and non-native speakers is growing
At the end of 2025 Kuopio had a population of 126 600 residents, of whom 6 666 were foreign nationals. This represents 5.3 percent of the city’s population, meaning that […]
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International House Kuopio – Monthly Sessions 29.4.2026
The event is free of charge and intended for all international residents and students of Kuopio. At the event organized by International House Kuopio, you will meet experts and employers […]