News Archive
Here you can find all the news.
NHL Hockey Day in Finland event coming to Kuopio in March 2026
Kuopio will have the honor of hosting NHL Hockey Day in Finland, which will be held at the heart of Finnish hockey culture, Kuopio Market Square, on March 27–28, 2026. […]
New English-language e-book Discover Kuopio – The Everyone Guide published
An English-language e-guide titled “Discover Kuopio – The Everyone Guide – For Locals, Visitors & Global Talent” is published today. Written by Angelika Krieger, the e-book is designed for anyone interested […]
Traditional Christmas exhibition at the Old Kuopio Museum 2.12.2025 - 4.1.2026
The museum houses are once again decked out in festive decorations from the 1800s to the 1930s. Come and experience what Christmas used to smell and look like. Admire the […]
Kuopio introduces a new way to engage with international students
Today, more and more languages can be heard spoken on the streets and campuses of Kuopio. There are already over 2,000 international students in Kuopio, and this number is predicted […]
The city encourages people to choose a little more wisely
Kuopio encourages everyone to make smarter choices during Black Week and beyond. We want to highlight smart alternatives to the overconsumption of natural resources. Our own choices, i.e. what we […]
Visit by the sister cities in honor of Kuopio's 250th anniversary
Kuopio250 anniversary celebrations are currently underway. Last week the city has welcomed distinguished guests from five long-standing sister cities: Besançon (France), Castrop-Rauxel and Gera (Germany), Minneapolis (USA) and Opole (Poland). […]
Estonian ambassador visited Kuopio – Kalevipoeg memorial plaque got a new location at the Main Library
Estonian Ambassador in Finland Janne Jõesaar-Ruusalu visited Kuopio on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The highlight of the visit was the announcement of the new location for the famous Kalevipoeg memorial […]
Kuopio celebrates its 250th anniversary – festive weeks light up the city with celebration on 10-23 November 2025
In November Kuopio will be dressed up in its festive best. The city, whose story began 250 years ago, will now celebrate its quarter-millennium journey with the whole community. Kuopio250 […]
President Stubb visits Northern Savo
President of the Republic Alexander Stubb will visit Northern Savo on November 11–12, 2025. The visit will begin on Tuesday in Iisalmi. On Wednesday, President Stubb will visit Kuopio. The […]
Working and Job Seeking in Finland
Ready to work in Finland? Join us to learn the essentials of working life and job hunting in Finland – understand the job market, what employers value, and discover the […]
Build Your Career - Study in English at Savonia
Join us to explore Savonia`s Bachelor`s degree programmes in English, learn about the application process and student life, and discover how studying at a university of applied sciences can open […]
British Ambassador in Finland visited Kuopio
The British Ambassador in Finland, Mrs Laura Davies, visited Kuopio with her delegation on October 6. The discussions covered many topics that are important to Finland, the UK, and Kuopio. […]
Super fun activities for children and young people in Kuopio during the autumn break!
In Kuopio, autumn break is Super Autumn Break. There is plenty to do for schoolchildren and families vacationing in the city. If it rains, you can visit sports halls, cultural […]
Mayors of Siilinjärvi and Kuopio will exchange roles for a day in honor of the anniversary year!
Northern Savonia will be celebrating historic anniversaries this year, as the municipality of Siilinjärvi turns 100 years and the city of Kuopio celebrates its 250th anniversary at the end of […]