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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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]