Events Event Calendar You can view all the current events in Oulu from the event calendar. View the Event Calendar Guide for Event Organizers The guide aids you in organizing an event, whether small or large. View the Guide Event Services Contact Information The City of Oulu Event Services provides assistance in all phases of event organizing for free. Event Services' Contact Information Links Organize a Meeting or Conference (visitoulu.fi) Event Venues Permits and Notifications Annual Events Lumo Light Festival Oulu Days Welcome to Oulu New Year's Eve Independence Day Park Picnics Urban Public Space Guidelines Urban Public Space Guidelines explain the ground rules for using Oulu's public spaces in a clear and easy-to-understand way. They help you understand what you can do freely, when a simple reservation or notification is enough, and when a permit or more detailed planning is required. Urban Public Space Guidelines Oulu is the European Capital of Culture 2026 Culture, art, diverse events, and world-class experiences from near and far take over Oulu and its neighboring municipalities in 2026. See the programme (oulu2026.eu) News - City of Oulu 04.11.2026 A free-of-charge museum for children in Tiima 27.10.2026 Underpass at the Oulu railway station closed for the night between 2 and 3 November 26.10.2026 Join a Discussion Event for International Residents at Oulu City Hall on 3 November 23.10.2026 Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, will visit Oulu on October 27, 2026 16.10.2026 The Lumo Light Festival route in Oulu offers plenty to experience over several days 15.10.2026 Myllyoja Library will move to Jääkärinkangas 14.10.2026 Using eVaka Is Getting Easier – Receive Notifications Directly on Your Phone 13.10.2026 Survey on the new lighting on Kainuuntie Check the city news
