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International stars Linda Lampenius and Perttu Kivilaakso at Kuopio Music Centre 17.12.

Linda Lampenius, one of Finland’s most internationally renowned violinists, and cellist Perttu Kivilaakso, who has toured the world with Apocalyptica, will perform their Christmas concert Magic Melodies of Christmas at […]

Kuopio Passenger Railway Terminal fully open to passengers

Since summer, only one platform has been in use at Kuopio railway station. Work has now progressed so that platforms 1 and 2 will also open to passengers on Sunday […]

Opening weekend of Kuopio Christmas Market starts on Friday 8.12.

Opening weekend of the most beautiful Christmas Market in Finland will be celebrated in Kuopio from Friday 8.12.2023. Kuopio Christmas Market, which has been running since 2021, will return this […]

New international experts to Kuopio through cooperation

Henni Kuikka, International House’s Business Cooperation cordinator, participated in a recruitment trip to Barcelona with EURES North Savo and Savas Foundation on 2.-5.10.2023 During the trip she met new Savas […]

Explore the new bilingual Tourism and Hospitality Management Programme for immigrants!

As a Bachelor of Hospitality Management, you will be a competent and distinctive expert in the development of the tourism and hospitality industry. The degree programme at Savonia University of […]

Puijo Tower will be illuminated in blue and white to celebrate Independence Day

One of Kuopio’s most famous symbols, Puijo Tower, will be festively dressed in the colours of Finnish flag this Independence Day. In its 60-year history, the tower has been decorated […]

Kuopio citizens celebrate Independence Day at the Music Centre

Independence Day celebration, open to all Kuopio residents, will take place on Wednesday 6.12.2023 at Kuopio Music Centre. Coffee reception for the public starts at 12:00 in Valohalli Hall and […]

State Art Prize to Kuopio, ANTI Festival awarded for social impact

The State Arts Committees award annual prizes to deserving artists, groups and artistic communities. Arts Promotion Centre awarded ANTI – Contemporary Art Festival for social impact in the arts. The […]

Job search obligation -event

During this event you will hear There will also be experts from the TE-office and the Kuopio region employment services to answer your questions. Place: Navigaattori, Torikatu 5, Kuopio Time: […]

City of Kuopio participates in the European Quality Award: participate and evaluate Kuopio

City of Kuopio is among the first Finnish municipalities to take part in the European Good Governance Awards  (ELoGE – European Label of Governance Excellence). By answering the questionnaire, you […]

Christmas season`s opening in Kuopio will be celebrated on the Market Square on Saturday November 18th

Kuopio city centre’s Christmas starts with the opening of Christmas season at the Market Square and shops on Saturday 18.11.2023 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. During the day at […]

Spend Father`s Day on Sunday 12.11 in Kuopio museums!

On Father’s Day, why not grab the family and come and explore the exhibitions and activities in Kuopio City museums! In honor of the Sunday celebration all fathers and those […]

A Christmas tree was set up at the Market Square

A sure sign that Christmas is coming to Kuopio is the setting up of a Christmas tree at Kuopio Market square. This year, the Christmas tree was donated by a […]

Virtuoso clarinetist Kari Kriikku as soloist of the Kuopio City Orchestra 9.11.

On Thursday 9.11. at 18:00, the Kuopio City Orchestra’s seasonal concert will welcome Finland’s most internationally renowned clarinetist Kari Kriikku, who will perform Jukka Tiensuu’s work Puro. The soloist’s work […]