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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 […]
A glimpse into the Kuopio250 anniversary celebrations in November
In November 2025, the streets of Kuopio and the hearts of its residents will be filled with sparkling joy and a festive atmosphere as the Kuopio250 anniversary celebrations culminate in […]
Valoilmiö brings atmosphere to the first evening of October with live music and a communal light event
The Valoilmiö / Light Effect event will be held in Savilahti on Wednesday, October 1, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. In honor of Kuopio’s anniversary year, the evening’s program […]
Welcome to Kuopio event 8.10.2025 at 16.00
Open to all newcomers in Kuopio – conducted in English Join us to explore a variety of services for international newcomers in Kuopio, designed to support integration and help you […]
Decision-making on the construction of the football stadium in Kuopio
The construction of the Kuopio football stadium is progressing. A needs assessment for the stadium was completed and approved in 2018. According to the new plan, a UEFA Category 4 […]
Kultsi is here! A new wellness product combines the best of sports and culture.
Kultsi is a new wellness product. It is aimed at all residents of Kuopio who want to improve their well-being in a variety of ways. The aim is to lower […]
Kuopio Arts Night brings art and entertainment to the heart of the city on Friday, August 29
The Night of the Arts is an annual cultural event for the whole family, organized as part of the Our Kuopio festival. The events are spread throughout Kuopio, focusing particularly […]