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In­ter­na­tion­al House Kuopio – Monthly Sessions 27.5.2026

Pyöräilijöitä punakaiteisella sillalla keväisenä päivänä.

Bicycle Week is back – this year’s theme is cycling and art

The planning of col­lab­o­ra­tion between higher education in­sti­tu­tions in eastern Finland progresses – joint working will begin with the owner cities

Kaksi naishenkilöä kävelee kalliolla, taustalla puita ja sininen taivas.

The nature trip season is starting

Iloiset ihmiset juoksevat pitkin Tulliportnkatua ilmapalloröykkiötä käsissään kannatellen.

May Day in Kuopio 2026

Neljä henkilöä istuu kaupunkipyörien satulassa keväisenä päivänä, taustalla järvi ja koivuja.

The season for Vilkku City Bikes starts on 27 April

Kuopio is becoming more in­ter­na­tion­al – the number of foreigners and non-native speakers is growing

In­ter­na­tion­al House Kuopio – Monthly Sessions 29.4.2026

In­ter­na­tion­al House Kuopio - Mul­ti­lin­gual Guidance and Counselling Service

International House Kuopio helps people who have moved to Finland. The service is available in Kuopio and nearby areas: Lapinlahti, Tuusniemi, and Kaavi. The service is free of charge and […]

Cultural tastings in spring 2026

City of Kuopio’s cultural institutions celebrated the Kuopio250 anniversary by offering free “Tastings”—unique opportunities to get a glimpse into the daily life, art, and activities of these venues. These events […]

Kuopio Adult Education Center’s 2026 Spring Exhibitions open

Kuopio Adult Education Center’s spring exhibitions will open to the public in April. As usual, the exhibitions are spread across Kuopio service area and brings together a diverse selection of […]

Swedish Ambassador to Finland visited Kuopio

Swedish Ambassador to Finland Peter Ericson visited Kuopio on 26–27 March. The sunny spring weather welcomed the ambassador and showcased Kuopio at its best. Discussions covered many topics from comprehensive […]

Tampere remains Finland's most attractive city – Kuopio is close behind

Reputation and Trust Analytics’ Attractiveness & Retention 2026 study reveals that Tampere remains Finland’s most attractive city. Kuopio, however, has continued its rise and has almost caught up with Tampere. […]

Minna Canth Award goes to Nicehearts – recognized for its work promoting equality and par­tic­i­pa­tion

Nicehearts association was announced as the winner of the Minna Canth Award from among nine nominees selected by the preliminary jury. Nicehearts is an association founded in 2001 with the […]