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Women’s Swimming Session Trials at Lippumäki Swimming Hall
The City of Kuopio will offer three women’s swimming sessions at the Lippumäki Swimming Hall in spring 2026. The sessions will take place on Sundays: 8 March, 12 April and […]
Kuopio's population grew thanks to immigration – construction slowed down in 2025
The population of Kuopio grew by a total of 960 people in 2025, and at the end of the year, the city had 126 626 residents. The population growth was […]
International House Kuopio – February Events
Valentine’s Day Event International House Kuopio, in cooperation with Turvalinkki ry, is organizing a Valentine’s Day event where you can meet new people, play games, and enjoy a relaxed time […]
Kuopio by Nature 2026 presents a unique combination of the city's attractiveness, nature, and future
The City of Kuopio’s annual publication, Kuopio by Nature 2026, has been published in both Finnish and English. “Kuopio by Nature provides an overview of the current year and a […]
Children's Frost Days bring joy once again
In the middle of winter, the traditional Children’s Frost Days will once again be celebrated from January 19 to 25. In Kuopio, you can go on a museum adventure at […]
Kuopio City Library breaks its lending record again
The year 2025 was a record-breaking one for Kuopio City Library, with record borrowing statistics, successes in promoting literacy among children and young people, and events celebrating Kuopio’s 250th anniversary. […]
The re-reservation period for boat berths and garden plots for the 2026 season has begun
The rebooking period for boat berths and garden plots in Kuopio for the 2026 season has begun. Reservations for pier and rowing boat berths or garden plots must be renewed […]
On January 15 the Kuopio City Orchestra will bring symphonic Bollywood music to Finland for the first time
Exotic Bollywood music arrives in Kuopio! Best of Bollywood makes its grand symphonic debut in Finland, presenting iconic songs from Indian Bollywood style performed by international Bollywood stars and a […]
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). […]