Spring in Kuhmo

Find inspiration for spring in Kuhmo from this listing!

There are a variety of events, movies, and exhibitions—come and experience spring in Kuhmo!
The list will be updated as more events are announced.

April

FRI 11.4. 2–4 PM
Vermiglio – The Bride of the Mountains. At Pajakkakino cinema.

SUN 13.4. 11 AM–4 PM
Election Café. At Kaesa’s Café.

SUN 13.4. 2–3:41 PM
Minecraft Movie (audio in Finnish). At Pajakkakino cinema.

SUN 13.4. 4:30–5:48 PM
Diiva ja Paimenpoika Terijoella. At Pajakkakino cinema.

SAT 12.4. 6–8 PM
Vermiglio – The Bride of the Mountains. At Pajakkakino cinema.

SAT 14.4. 9 PM
Hankikorri Gala at Hotel Kainuu.
Before the gala:

• Sauna 6–8 PM

• Dinner (at own cost) 8–9 PM

• Gala starts at 9 PM
  Program:
  Simo Yli-Lonttinen presents Fishing in Kainuu, competition results, Korri of the Year 2025, and socializing.

MON 14.4.
Student Concert: In the Spring Forest. A concert by students of Kuhmo Music School in the Pajakka Hall at Kuhmo-talo.
Voluntary donation for the support association of the music school.

TUE 15.4. 3:30–5:30 PM
Vermiglio – The Bride of the Mountains. At Pajakkakino cinema.

TUE 15.4. 6–7:28 PM
100 litraa sahtia. At Pajakkakino cinema.

TUE 15.4. 7 PM
Borsalino and the Pillbox. Concert by adult students of the music school at Café Juttua.

WED 16.4. 4–5:18 PM
Diiva ja Paimenpoika Terijoella. At Pajakkakino cinema.

WED 16.4. 6–8 PM
Vermiglio – The Bride of the Mountains. At Pajakkakino cinema.

THU 17.4. 6–8 PM
Korpi Raikaa Club: Music diploma concert by Helena Kähkönen, Unna Laaksonen, and Helli Määttä.
Tickets: €10. Upstairs at Kaesa’s Café.

Easter

FRI 18 April, 6:00 PM – 7:34 PM
Black Bag at Pajakkakino Cinema.

FRI & SAT 18–19 April
Hotel Kainuu’s Easter 2025
On Friday 18 April: Easter Show featuring artists Roberto and Ilolintu on stage (tickets €15 at the door, includes cloakroom).
On Saturday: traditional Easter Disco (tickets €8, includes cloakroom) and Easter Egg Hunt.
Age limit: 18+

SAT 19 April
Easter Saturday Lunch at Kaesa. 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Reserve your spot in advance: kaesa@kaesankotileipomo.fi or tel. 020 7661566
Location: Kaesa’s Café

SAT 19 April
Easter Sauna at 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM
Kalevala Experience’s guided Easter sauna includes a birch-lavender body scrub and whisking with spruce, juniper, and pine.
Includes a dip in an ice hole and a brief mindfulness practice.
Finishes with cleansing herbal tea and small snacks.
Price: €65/person (includes seat cover).
Towel rental: €4.
Kiosk open 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bookings by 17 April: tel. 044 7288930 (also WhatsApp/text) or sales@lentiira.com
Location: Lentiira Holiday Village Smoke Sauna

SAT 19 April
Smoke Sauna is Hot!
Welcome to the backwoods for a sauna!
6:00–7:00 PM (mixed sauna) – €20/person (includes seat cover)
7:00–8:00 PM AFTER-HEAT (mixed sauna) – €10/person (includes seat cover)
Towel rental: €4.
Kiosk open 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bookings by 18 April: tel. 044 7288930 (also WhatsApp/text) or sales@lentiira.com
Location: Lentiira Holiday Village Smoke Sauna

SAT 19 April
Piuttin Pojat performs songs by Hiski Salomaa, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Café Retro

SUN 20 April, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hotel Kalevala’s restaurant Kanteletar is also open on Sunday.

MON 21 April, 6:30 PM – 8:04 PM
Black Bag at Pajakkakino Cinema.

ACCOMMODATION OFFER:
Hotel Kalevala’s Easter Special includes:

• Accommodation for 2 people in a double room for 2 nights
• Burger dinner for two
• The stay also includes a generous buffet breakfast and evening sauna with hot tub access. Total price: €295

Later in April

WED 23.4.
Board Game Night 5–9 PM at Kuhmo City Library.

WED 23.4.
Spring Event for Community College Music Courses 6–7:30 PM. Free entry. At Kuhmo-talo.

THU 24.4. 10–10:30 AM
Baby Rhyme Time. Bring your own blanket. Kuhmo City Library.

THU 24.4. 1–3 PM
Short Story & Knitting Circle.
Knit or crochet while listening to short stories by different authors.
You can work on your own projects or use donated yarns to make items for charity.
Bring your own needles/hooks. You can join anytime—crafters always welcome!
Coffee served. At Kuhmo City Library.

THU 24.4.
Student Concert: Dog Day Concert.
A concert by students of Kuhmo Music School in Pajakka Hall. Free entry.
Voluntary donation to the support association. At Kuhmo-talo.

THU 24 April 6:30 PM – 8:04 PM
Black Bag at Pajakkakino Cinema.

FRI 25.4. 12–5 PM
Woodpolis Open Doors.
The region’s industrial wood construction companies and the Itäpuu project invite everyone to learn about local companies and enjoy the afternoon together with various activities.
Sausage and coffee served.
Organized by the City of Kuhmo and Kuhmo Cottage Committee.
Read more: https://www.tapahtumienkainuu.fi/fi-FI/page/67ed28f368bf7f5f791fcf16?source_widget_id=64a2a58165b2a60e1c718d17

FRI 25.4.

Arhippa Perttunen Symposium 6:00–7:30 PM, Juminkeko.
“Arhippa as a Singer of Lyric Songs.”
Dr. of Music Pekka Huttu-Hiltunen will give a lecture on the differences between lyric and epic songs, with live singing examples. The styles of poetry are both inspiring and diverse, each with its own unique way of moving people.
You are warmly welcome to enjoy the lecture and musical performances. Tea will be served!

Suvi Teräsniska – In the Next Life 7:00–9:00 PM, Kuhmo-talo.
Tickets: €43.50.

SAT 26.4.

Military Canteen Truck, with Kuhmo Border Sisters selling donuts and Kuhmo Wind Orchestra performing on the Kide Stage, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM.

MLL Kuhmo 100 Years Celebration & Children’s Concert.
Doors open at 1:30 PM at Kuhmo-talo.
Program and activity stations for kids in the lobby (free entry).
Café Juttua open during the whole event.
Mehiläinen’s Teddy Bear Hospital will be present—bring a teddy bear or stuffed toy that needs medical care!
Children’s band MIMMIT performs at 3:00 PM (concert ticket €5, free for MLL members).

SUN 27.4. – National Veterans Day

• 10:00 AM: Service of the Word at Kuhmo Church

• 11:15 AM: Wreath laying and memorial devotion at the Heroes’ Graves

MAY DAY / VAPPU CELEBRATIONS

TUE 30.4.

• Vappu Disco at Kuhmon Kelo

  • 5:00–7:00 PM: For 5th graders and younger

  • 7:30–10:00 PM: For 6th graders and older

  • Events include a wild costume contest, snack kiosk, games, a wheel of fortune, treasure chest, and DJ Simppa!

• May Day’s Eve Karaoke & Dance Party

  • 7:00 PM–Midnight at Café Juttua

  • Using the Singa karaoke system

  • Entry €10 (ages 18+)

WED 1.5. – May Day (Vappu)

• May Day Brunch at Hotel Kalevala
  10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  Table reservations: tel. 08 655 4100 or info@hotellikalevala.fi

• May Day Brunch at Kaesa’s Café

  • Two sittings: 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

  • Café open on May Day Eve from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

  • Table reservations: tel. 0442434448 or kaesa@kaesankotileipomo.fi

• May Day at the Market Square

  • 9:30 AM: Male Choir

  • 10:00 AM–Noon: Workers’ May Day Celebration with speeches

    • Sima (mead), donuts, music, and surprise gift bags for kids!

  • Around 10:00 AM: Classic car parade by Kuhmo’s Mobilists

• Family May Day Event

  • 12:00–2:00 PM at the Clubhouse (Leipurintie 23)

  • Pea soup and donut coffee served!

  • Preceded by a May Day Parade from 10:30 AM to noon

    • Vehicles will drive through the city with stops at the Bus Station and Honkalinna Care Home

    • Organized by Kuhmon Mobilistit ry

• May Day Orienteering Challenge

  • A traditional photo-based orienteering event with 9 checkpoints

  • Choose your own route: walk, bike, or run

  • Prize draw at the start

  • Start location: Tuupala Wood School yard

  • Organized by Kuhmon Peurat ry