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Lighthouse island of TankarTankar – the island of a thousand tales – is a picturesque lighthouse island in the outer archipelago. The traditions of seafaring and fishing live strong on this rugged and beautiful island. The M/S Jenny connection to Kokkola, the summer café, guest harbour and accommodation choices are available to the locals an tourists alike.
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Kokkola for childrenHave a great time in the well-maintained parks and skate areas of Kokkola. The weather is always perfect in VesiVeijari. There is both an indoor and an outdoor slide, which are sure to thrill you all day long. The Toivonen Animal Park and Peasant Museum offers something to see and do for the whole family.
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Neristan – the old wooden town in KokkolaThe Old Wooden Town Neristan is a gem at the centre of Kokkola and it is one of our country’s most extensively preserved historical area of wooden houses. Enjoy the walking along the ready-planned route or participate in one of the guided tours of Neristan.
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Conference in KokkolaCongress Kokkola is easy to reach wherever you are! It provides a wide range of customisable and functional congress services in central Finland, along fast traffic connections. The meeting and conference facilities and the comfortable hotels of Kokkola are all situated in a central location, near the marketplace.
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Autumn highlights
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K.H. Renlund museumExhibitions in the city centre
K.H. Renlund’s museum sites are a riot of colour this summer, as the Nordic landscapes have been given a bath of colour and form by artist Elina Först. In addition to the permanent exhibition at Roos’ house, an exhibition inspired by the 170th anniversary of the Halkokari battle will be on show. Entrance to all museum sites is free.
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Cycling in KokkolaCycling year-round
The surroundings of Kokkola offer ideal routes for cycling. Rent a fatbike or electric bike and explore destinations on the coast. How about participating in bike safaris?
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Music Center SnellmanMusic Center Snellman
The newly renovated Snellman Music Centre has opened its doors. In our magnificent facilities, the Ostrobothnia Chamber Orchestra regularly performs, as well as stars from the Finnish music scene. The Music Centre offers a variety of spaces for different events, whether you want to celebrate or organize your event in the halls, foyer, or restaurant space.
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KieppiKieppi
Kieppi – Kokkola museum of Natural History is filled with natures wonders. Veikko Salkio’s natural history collection, Viljo Nissinen’s mineral collection and Armas Järvelä’s lepidoptera collection are on display at the museum quarter. Kieppis garden displays the province’s rock types and specialities of the Finnish bedrock.
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Kokkola National Urban ParkTraces of the land uplift and maritime
Kokkola National Urban Park covers an area of almost 20 000 hectares, mostly comprised of water areas. The park stretches from Kokkola railway station to the maritime archipelago and Tankar Lighthouse.
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ConcertsA world-class Orchestra
Winner of many awards, the Ostrobothnian Chamber Orchestra is one of the best-known Finnish orchestras internationally. We warmly invite you to share with us the harmonious sound of our dynamic, quick-to-react orchestra!
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Events CalendarEvents in Kokkola
Check out current and upcoming events easily via the events calendar. Pick out categories that interest you and choose suitable days, when you want to enjoy the memorable Kokkola.
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Start your adventure!Take a peek at Kokkola’s past
Pick up your smartphone and a journey to the past can begin. You can find two routes in Kokkola from the Atla app, where you get to know about Kokkola Maritime history and The Lighthouse Island of Tankar. Historical moments are introduced to you by Kokkola’s city residents, local dignitaries and King Gustav II Adolf himself.
Events
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Kesämuskari – Musisoinnin iloa pienille ja suurille
22.6.2026 – 26.6.2026
10:30 – 10:30
Veikko Vionojan koulu, Vionojantie 29, 68370 Ullava
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Taide- ja käsityönäyttelyt
22.6.2026 – 26.6.2026
10:00 – 15:00
Veikko Vionojan koulu, Vionojantie 29, 68370 Ullava
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Vikellysleirin loppunäytös, Veikko Vionojan koulun kaukalo, Vionojantie 29
26.6.2026
13:00 – 14:00
Vionojantie 29, 68370 Ullava
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Valokuvia vanhalla tekniikalla -näyttely, Matti Närhi, Raittiusyhdistys Korven Vesa ry
24.6.2026 – 26.6.2026
15:00 – 16:00
Vähäläntie 31, 68370 Kokkola
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Kurssien ja viikon päätösjuhla, Väinö Viitasalon sali, Veikko Vionojan koulu, Vionojantie 29,
26.6.2026
14:00 – 15:00
Veikko Vionojan koulu, Vionojantie 29, 68370 Ullava
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Yxpila Circus Club: HORSMA! goes streets!
23.6.2026 – 26.8.2026
10:00 – 23:59
Lohtajan Maininki – monitoimihalli, Karhintie 5, 68230 Lohtaja
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Opastettu bussikierros Kokkolassa
27.6.2026 – 29.8.2026
11:00 – 12:30
Original Sokos Hotel Kaarle, Kauppatori 4, 67100 Kokkola
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Tutti da Capo laulaa Heikki Nisosen sovittamia lauluja suomeksi ja englanniksi
27.6.2026
12:00 – 12:30
Kokkolan Vohvelikahvila, Pitkänsillankatu 26, 67100 Kokkola
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Lavatanssit 27.6. Pirita Niemenmaa
27.6.2026
20:00 – 23:59
Alaviirteen nuorisoseura ry, Venevajantie 166, 68240 Kokkola
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Opastettu kierros Marian hautausmaalla
28.6.2026 – 16.8.2026
17:00 – 18:00
Laajalahdentie 32, 67100 Kokkola
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Vanhaa Kälviää ja kälviäläisiä -valokuvanäyttely
29.6.2026 – 31.7.2026
00:00 – 00:00
Kälviän kirjasto, Kälviäntie 46, 68300 Kälviä
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Kesän 2026 opastetut kierrokset – Fredrik ja Anna Draken koti
29.6.2026 – 29.7.2026
11:00 – 13:45
Läntinen Kirkkokatu 20, 67100 Kokkola (NERISTAN)
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Kesän maanantaimelonnat
29.6.2026 – 27.7.2026
17:00 – 19:00
Nuorisokeskus Villa Elba, Sannanrannantie 60, 67100 Kokkola
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Jukkolanmäen Navetanvintin bingomaanantai
29.6.2026 – 3.8.2026
17:00 – 18:00
Jukkolanmäen Navetanvintti, Jukkolanmäen Navetanvintti, Jukkolanmäentie 27, 68230 Lohtaja
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KUUTTI LAVONEN: Rosea – Uniikkiteoksia ja grafiikkaa • 24.4.2026–4.10.2026 (Roosin talo)
24.4.2026 – 4.10.2026
00:00 – 00:00
Pitkänsillankatu 39, 67100 Kokkola