ToolCamp 2026 – Oulu's largest STEAM event
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ToolCamp challenges children and youth in Oulu to solve topical challenges.
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ToolCamp is an annual event that celebrates imagination, creativity, and cooperation. During the event, children and youth take on challenges and ideate solutions.
ToolCamp is a totality that consists of activities at daycare centres and schools. The event culminates with the ToolCamp Day. Children and youth initially work in groups in their own units, and representatives are chosen for the ToolCamp Day. During the Day, the groups will present their creative and sustainable solutions to the public and the jury.
The event culminates with the ToolCamp Day on Wednesday and Thursday May 6–7, 2026.
ToolCamp is organized by the city of Oulu’s Steam in Oulu network.
ToolCamp Day, May 6–7, 2026
During the ToolCamp Day, representatives of units will present their solutions on fair desks and with short presentations. There is programming for teachers as well.
Where: Oulu Hall, Ouluhallintie 20, 90130 Oulu
When: May 6–7, 2026
You are welcome to see the solutions and celebrate the creativity and imagination of children and youth!
Programme
Design challenges
You may choose one or several challenges for your unit or group. Each group will formulate a solution for one challenge. You may contact the specialist teams when preparing for the challenge if you need further information.
Competition categories and criteria
On the ToolCamp Day, the jury familiarizes themselves with the groups’ work, creations, and presentations. The jury awards the groups in different categories, the criteria of which are listed below. There are separate divisions for daycare, primary school, and middle school groups.