Ouka.fi Home Image Oulu is the European Capital of Culture 2026 See the varied culture programme! Continue – choose the topic Contact Info & Services Housing & Environment Daycare & Education Culture & Leisure Work & Enterprise City & Administration Current News 13.02.2026 Would you like to share your views and experiences on hydrogen? 12.02.2026 The city of Oulu and Hy2gen Nordic AS sign a letter of intent regarding the development of green transition industry in Vihreäsaari 10.02.2026 The Defense Force’s Parade affects traffic and parking on the Merikoski Bridges and the Marketplace on Feb 13 03.02.2026 Oulu flies flags on February 3 in honor of Alvar Aalto 30.01.2026 At a geopolitical turning point, Oulu brings its voice to Arctic Frontiers 30.01.2026 Oulu Museum and Science Centre’s attractions drew in almost 80 000 visitors in 2025 30.01.2026 City of Oulu opened 108 facilities for citizens and associations all over Oulu free of charge 28.01.2026 The Lumo Light Festival 2026 call for proposals is now open See all news of Oulu Library Services On the library website you will find the opening hours of libraries, current news, events and links to online services. Library Services International House Oulu International House Oulu gathers different guidance services under the same roof. Services are targeted at international newcomers and immigrants, and also companies planning to recruit international people. International House Oulu Public Social and Health Services The wellbeing services county of North Ostrobothnia, Pohde, is responsible for organizing public health, social and rescue services for all residents in the area. Pohde website Visiting Oulu Meet Oulu, that quirky northern city by the sea. VisitOulu offers information for visitors and tourists in Oulu. Information about accommodations, activities, restaurants and events. Information for visitors (visitoulu.fi) Students The city of Oulu provides students with a diverse range of studies in our three universities. As a student in Oulu, you can enjoy various events and activities organized for students as well as affordable, high-quality housing. Read more about studying in Oulu Influence There are many ways you can influence the city of Oulu. Come join us! Read more Neighborhoods The neighborhood pages will help you find the services in your neighborhood. Read more Versatile Exercise Swimming, skiing, indoor and outdoor sports, and a lot more can be read on the Sport & Exercise page. Read more Looking for these? Buses and Schedules The European Capital of Culture 2026 Map Service (kartta.ouka.fi) Business Services (businessoulu.com) Oulu is the European Capital of Culture 2026 Culture, art and a wide range of events as well as world-class experiences from near and far are taking over our northern region. See the programme (oulu2026.eu). Oulu – European Capital of Culture (Oulu2026.eu) Information for Different Life Situations Immigrants Visitors Youth Students Elderly Children & Families Neighborhoods The neighborhood pages help your find the services of your region. Each neighborhood consists of some districts. Neighborhood Pages Events in Oulu My Oulu - Oulu's Online City Media News in English 30.04.2026 My Oulu: “Unique balance” in Oulu inspired Dutch Erik Bukkems to write a book 23.04.2026 My Oulu: Residents invited to open dialogue on community safety at City Hall 04.03.2026 My Oulu: Anastasia Brant was amazed by winter cycling and lack of paperwork in Oulu 01.03.2026 My Oulu: Finnish defence and security network highlights the significant role of Oulu’s technology expertise Read more My Oulu news in English City of Oulu on Social Media Facebook Instagram X (Twitter) Youtube LinkedIn Spotify TikTok