Information on Kotilo

Children’s Cultural Centre Kotilo is the home for children’s culture in the Central Library Saari.  

Kotilo opens on January 16, 2026. More detailed information about arrival and opening times will be published by the end of 2025 – follow our communications channels and visit the page again later! 

A lasting impression 

Kotilo offers citizens and visitors diverse, high-quality and alternating children’s culture experiences. We offer programming that inspires children of all ages, as well as adults, to be creative and enjoy playfulness. Kotilo is a meeting place where the entire family can enjoy things together.  

Kotilo leaves a lasting impression! 

Children’s Cultural Centre Kotilo is a part of the city of Oulu’s Educational and Cultural Services and general culture services. On top of Kotilo, general culture services include the Cultural Centre Valve, Urban Neighborhood Culture and Arts and Well-Being.