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The Book of Oulu is the story of two hundred children in Oulu about their home city

The increasingly international Lumo Light Festival spreads to the Oulu River estuary

The Mayor published his budget proposal for 2026 – the European Capital of Culture year will be unique for the whole region

Only 100 days until the Oulu2026 European Capital of Culture year – the city invites everyone to increase the year’s visibility

Register and join us in developing Oulu’s city centre with A.I. on October 1–2, 2025

We need your insight! Let's shape the future of short-term volunteer opportunities together on Thursday, 25th September

International rescue exercise brings hundreds of professionals to Oulu

Connections for you and your child – Event for Parents with an Immigrant Background on September 15

Remember to follow swimming pool etiquette in Oulu’s Swimming Pools

It is safe to swim in the Linnanmaa Swimming Pool – some findings were brown adhesive

The Hartaansilta Bridge and Hartaanselänranta are now open to public

The library’s temporary reservation pick-up location will move to the Market Square on September 1

Oulu2026 to unveil more programme on 4 September – join us online

Valve’s art galleries will be Oulu2026 Galleries next year – applications are open

The Hupisaari City Park won the Green Flag Award for the third time

The European Cultural Parliament, ECP, will meet for its 22nd Session in Oulu on 15-17 August

Bus stops are in use regardless of the construction work

The City of Oulu is seeking a new Immigration Council for the years 2025–2029 – application closes on August 10

Join the Pride March with the Oulu for All project!

Applications to the city of Oulu’s swimming schools are opening

City of Oulu promotes communality and equality also during Pride Week August 4–10

Housing Fair in Oulu began in a sunny atmosphere

Linnanmaa Swimming Pool’s multi-purpose pool closed due to bacteria discovery

Oulu’s summer museums are full of charming atmosphere

The North Ostrobothnia Museum will become the Oulu Museum

City of Oulu’s customer service Oulu10 is open through the summer

Midsummer Events in Oulu

Nine-country cooperation project strengthens the legacy of European Capitals of Culture beyond the title year

Summer opening times of Oulu’s Community Facilities

Free park lunches for under 18-year-olds in three parks from 9 June to 18 July