Programme highlights
News
Encounters are crucial – Case Cup of Culture
The Logos: 4,000 cosmic signals transformed into sound in Oulu Cathedral
Oulu will host the XII Finnish Conference in Cultural Policy Research in April
Photography exhibitions in the cathedral, Valve Cultural Centre and the theatre – Hymyilevä Oulu 26 culminates in a gala evening
Welcome to Oulu!
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Like Finland in miniature
Together with 39 municipalities, Oulu is European Capital of Culture 2026. Our wonderful region provides a versatile range of events of different sizes and styles, for their creators and visitors. There are cities and villages, parks and paths, and lovely nature nearby almost everywhere.
