Oulu is an active city full of culture

Numerous theatres, museums and exhibitions delight culture enthusiasts throughout the year. Classical music lovers are sure to enjoy the concerts of the Oulu Symphony Orchestra, for example, and rock and light music fans are treated with frequent club gigs. During the summer, various outdoor events and summer theatres extend the cultural offering even further.

Traditional art is complemented by new city culture trends – game culture and film and media arts are all well represented.

Several amateur and private companies and guest performers enhance the city's cultural diversity.