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May Day in Kuopio 2026
May Day will be celebrated in the traditional way at Kuopio Market Square from April 30 to May 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – come join the festivities! […]
The season for Vilkku City Bikes starts on 27 April
The season for Vilkku City Bikes begins on Monday 27.4. There will be 500 City Bikes and a total of 54 stations available at the start of the season. A […]
Kuopio is becoming more international – the number of foreigners and non-native speakers is growing
At the end of 2025 Kuopio had a population of 126 600 residents, of whom 6 666 were foreign nationals. This represents 5.3 percent of the city’s population, meaning that […]
International House Kuopio – Monthly Sessions 29.4.2026
The event is free of charge and intended for all international residents and students of Kuopio. At the event organized by International House Kuopio, you will meet experts and employers […]
International House Kuopio - Multilingual Guidance and Counselling Service
International House Kuopio helps people who have moved to Finland. The service is available in Kuopio and nearby areas: Lapinlahti, Tuusniemi, and Kaavi. The service is free of charge and […]
Cultural tastings in spring 2026
City of Kuopio’s cultural institutions celebrated the Kuopio250 anniversary by offering free “Tastings”—unique opportunities to get a glimpse into the daily life, art, and activities of these venues. These events […]