Summer in Kuhmo

Come and experience the summer in Kuhmo!

Whether you’re interested in culture, history, sports, or just spending quality time together, this article will help you discover the best things to do in Kuhmo for every occasion.

Not all summer events have been announced yet, so our listing may change as the summer progresses.

We’ll keep adding new events to the list as they’re published!

Also, check out the Kuhmo Summer Weekly Program 2025!

There’s a wide variety of things to do in Kuhmo this summer! See what different tourism companies in Kuhmo have to offer between June 23 and August 3.

Kuhmo Weekly Program 2025!

 

 

June

MON 2.6. Chair Exercise at 10:00–11:00 in the yard of Kontio School. Free of charge. Organized by the City of Kuhmo Sports Services.

MON 2.6. “Suomi Soi” Concert: Longing and Homesickness, performed by women’s choir Laulelo under the direction of Outi Pollari. At 18:30 in Café Juttua, Kuhmo House. This concert kicks off the traditional Suomi Soi summer series with a selection of Finnish classics filled with nostalgia and longing. The concerts are held every Monday from June 2 to July 7 at 18:30, either on the Kide Stage or in Café Juttua.

MON 2.6. Open Summer Exercise for All in Nivankylä

• 10:00–10:45: Active games and activities for children, youth, and all ages.

• 10:45–11:30: Chair exercises for seniors and anyone interested.
  Location: Nivatalontie 33, Kuhmo.
  This community fitness session brings villagers of all ages together twice a week to try various sports and build regular activity habits with new exercise companions. Supported by Kainuu Social and Health Services (Kainuun HVA).

TUE 3.6. Stair Workout at 14:00–15:00 at Mammankaivo fitness stairs. Free of charge. Organized by the City of Kuhmo Sports Services.

WED 4.6. Finnish Songs Sing-Along Evening at 17:30–20:00, Kuhmo Parish Center, Kirkkotie 6–8. Join in singing well-known Finnish songs accompanied by piano, with stories behind the songs. Lyrics provided. Coffee and donuts served from 17:30. No entry fee, voluntary coffee payment. Welcome!

WED 4.6. Movie: “Ballerina – From the World of John Wick” at 18:00–20:05, Pajakkakino, Rajakatu 56. Set in the world of John Wick, Ballerina revisits the timeline of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum.

THU 5.6. Dog Day for Children and Dog Lovers, at Tuupala Museum, Tervareitti 1. Free entry.

THU 5.6. Meijän Kuhmo Meets Young Summer Workers, at Könninmäentie 6 (Josiela).
Organized by the “OSKU” project and Kuhmo’s association development project.
Theme: meeting young people who work in Kuhmo for the summer, with finger food buffet, board games, and socializing. A great opportunity to make new friends and find hobby or event companions for the summer. Free of charge.

FRI 6.6. Women’s Forestry Day – Outdoor Excursion in Kuhmo, 8:00–17:15.
Price: €11.90 / person. Departure from Kuhmo Market Square at 9:30 (bus stop on the Koulukatu side).
An opportunity to learn about forest management and wood usage. Sign-up required. More details available online.

MON 9.6. Open Summer Exercise for All in Nivan kylä

• 10:00–10:45: Games and physical activities for kids, youth, and all ages.

• 10:45–11:30: Chair exercise for seniors and others.
  Location: Nivatalontie 33, Kuhmo. Phone: 044 012 7615. Supported by Kainuun HVA.

MON 9.6. Deep Water Aerobics at 17:00–17:30, Swimming Hall, Kuntokatu 1.
Normal entrance fee applies. Uses a water jogging belt. Organized by the City of Kuhmo Sports Services.

MON 9.6. “Suomi Soi” Concert: Corvus Beat, performing Finnish pop and schlager music.
At 18:30 in Café Juttua, Kuhmo House. Part of the Suomi Soi concert series held every Monday until July 7. Organized by Kuhmo Cultural and Event Services.

Mon–Fri 9.6.–13.6. Folk dance courses at Rajakatu hall, Rajakatu 52. Price €80 (cash or card on-site). Led by Tuomas, suitable for all skill levels. Registration by email ilmoittaudu.keiketys@gmail.com or SMS 0500227600 by 4.6.

Tue–Wed 10.–11.6. Hietaperä activity camp 10:00–15:00 at Hietaperä School area. Activities include games, crafts, cooking, exercise, swimming. Fee €20/participant. Register by 3.6. Organized by Kuhmo 4H Association.

Tue 10.6. Nordic walking 14:00–15:00 on Unski trail. Bring your own poles. Start from Sports Center, Martinpolku 4.

Wed 11.6. Open summer exercise in Niva village: bodyweight gymnastics 18:00–19:00, Nivatalontie 33. Bring your own exercise mat.

Wed 11.6. Open summer exercise in Niva village: body care and stretching 19:00–19:30.

Thu 12.6. Kettlebell workout 10:00–11:00 at Kontio School yard. Bring your own equipment.

Thu–Fri 12.–13.6. Timoniemi activity camp 10:00–15:00 at former Timoniemi School (now Sinisukka). Fee €20/person. Register by 3.6.

Fri 13.6. CRAZY FUN FRIDAY dance at Kuhmo Kelo 21:00–23:00. Free entry. Folk dance week final show at 21:00. “Crazy Fun Teachers” show at 21:30. DJ Petkula plays until 23:00.

Fri 13.6.–Sun 15.6. Dance course. Organized by Kuhmo Ballroom Dancers and Lappi Actonia Oy at Kalevalankangas. Instructors: Bettina Karppinen, Arto Petjala, Anne-Riina Hurskainen, Tapani Hasa.

Sat 14.6.–Fri 3.10. “In These Spacious Waters” textile exhibition at Juminkeko, Kontionkatu 25.

Sat 14.6. Open Villages event:

• Niva village in living pictures 11:00–18:00, Nivatalontie 33. Film screenings at 11:30 and 16:00. Free entry, small fee for refreshments (cash preferred).

• Lentiira village café open 9:00–13:00, Lentiirantie 4255. Fresh pastries available.

Sat 14.6. Dance orchestra Ässät 21:00–0:30 at Kuhmo Kelo. Ticket €15/person.

Mon 16.6. Suomi Soi concert: Pekka Mikkola 18:30 at Market Square Kide stage. In case of rain, concert moves to Café Juttua.

Mon 16.6. Intensive shallow-water exercise 17:00–17:30 at Swimming Hall, Kuntokatu 1.

Mon 16.6. Open summer exercise in Niva village: active games 10:00–10:45; chair gymnastics 10:45–11:30.

Tue 17.6. Stick gymnastics 14:00–15:00 at Kontio School yard.

Tue 17.6. Shore fishing event at Maakunnan ranta 11:00–13:00. Free. Bring your own fishing rod or borrow one. Organized by Kuhmo 4H and Youth Services.

Wed 18.6. Open summer exercise in Niva village: bodyweight gymnastics 18:00–19:00; body care and stretching 19:00–19:30.

Wed–Thu 18.–19.6. Wilderness camp at Otroskoski wilderness hut. Fee €20/person. Overnight camp with fishing, hiking, campfire, sleeping in hut. For school-aged children. Register by 11.6.

Thu 19.6. Body care 10:00–11:00 at Sports Center, Martinpolku 4.

Tue 17.6. Shore fishing and obstacle course day at Maakunnanranta playground 11:00–13:00. Free, registration on-site. Bring sun hat and drink. Organized by Kuhmo Youth Services and 4H.

Thu 19.6. Summer picnic at Ruukinranta 13:00–15:00. Bring picnic snacks and play summer games on the lawn. Registration on-site. Weather permitting.

Mon 23.6.–Fri 27.6. “Käö kahtomassa” – Kainuu Museum Week, Open Doors, Tervareitti 1.

Mon 23.6. Guided gym sessions 08:15–09:15 and 13:00–14:00 at Sports Center, Martinpolku 4.

Mon 23.6. Suomi Soi concert: Summer Musicians concert at Market Square Kide stage.

Mon–Fri 23.–27.6. Activity camp 2 at city center 9:00–14:00. Week fee €30/person. Includes various fun activities with lunch provided. Register by 16.6. Organized by Kuhmo 4H.

Mon 23.6.–Fri 27.6. Children’s summer swimming courses (pre-registration by 8.6.) at Kuhmo Swimming Hall.

Mon–Thu 23.–26.6. Youth summer course at Tuupala Wood School, Peuranpolku 3, 9:00–14:00. Fee €20/person. Dance course focusing on show dance jumps and pirouettes, combining pop and folk music styles. Bring water bottle, comfortable clothes, good mood. Snacks and meals provided. Organized by Kuhmo Keiketys ry.

 

Summer Theater: Mummokommuuni

Tickets: 20/15 €

The performances take place at Multikangas Summer Theater, Pohjoispuolentie 660.

 

Showtimes:

• Fri 27.6. at 18:00 (premiere)

• Sun 29.6. at 13:00 and 18:00

• Wed 2.7. at 18:00

• Sun 6.7. at 13:00 and 18:00

• Wed 9.7. at 18:00

• Sun 13.7. at 13:00 and 18:00

• Wed 16.7. at 18:00

• Wed 23.7. at 18:00

• Sun 27.7. at 13:00

Tickets cost 20 € (regular) and 15 € for students and pensioners. Ticket sales at Multikangas start 1 hour before each performance.

Group reservations: For groups over 30 people, tickets are 18 €/person when reserved in advance. Driver and group leader receive free tickets. Reservations by phone: +358 41 365 5844.

 

July

Tue 1.7. Pancakes and Games – family event from 17:00 to 19:00. The traditional Pancakes and Games event with various activities for the whole family. This year the event takes place at Nature Center Petola area, Lentiirantie 342. Organizer: 4H Association. Read more!

Tue 1.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: At Tuupala Museum from 10:00 to 14:00. Outdoor games including hobby horses, horseshoe throwing, pinecone cows, skipping rope, blowing soap bubbles, grinding coffee beans, plant excursion, hopscotch, Museum Adventure, and Photo Orienteering.

Tue 1.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: Photo Orienteering at the Winter War Museum from 10:00 to 14:00, Väinämöinen 11.

Sat 5.7. Vesatalo dance evening from 19:00 to 23:30. Tickets 15 €. The Upper-Vieksin Vesatalo Dance Evening will be held again this summer with a top performer. Hanna Hirvonen from Kajaani with her band guarantees a lively dance atmosphere in an authentic club house setting. The traditional renovated Vesatalo hosts popular events. Café and grill available. Payment by card and cash.

Mon 7.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: At Tuupala Museum from 10:00 to 14:00. Outdoor games including hobby horses, horseshoe throwing, pinecone cows, skipping rope, blowing soap bubbles, grinding coffee beans, plant excursion, hopscotch, Museum Adventure, and Photo Orienteering.

Mon 7.7. Suomi-Soi concert: A performance for children at the Market Square on the Kide Stage at 18:00 (details to be confirmed soon).

Mon-Tue 7–8.7. Cooking camp, 10:00–15:00 at the teaching kitchen. Price 20 €. At the cooking camp, participants prepare various dishes and bake! Register by June 30. Organizer: Kuhmo 4H Association. Read more!

Tue 8.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: Photo Orienteering at the Winter War Museum from 10:00 to 14:00, Väinämöinen 11.

Mon 14.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: At Tuupala Museum from 10:00 to 14:00. Outdoor games including hobby horses, horseshoe throwing, pinecone cows, skipping rope, blowing soap bubbles, grinding coffee beans, plant excursion, hopscotch, Museum Adventure, and Photo Orienteering.

13–26.7. KUHMO 55th CHAMBER MUSIC. Kuhmo’s 55th Chamber Music Festival will be held from July 13 to 26, 2025. The festival theme is Northern Utopia. It dives into the culture, lifestyle, mindset, and climate characteristics of the Nordic countries, without forgetting the strong interdependencies and necessary interaction with the rest of the world. Warm welcome to Kuhmo – the capital of chamber music!

Tue 15.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: Photo Orienteering at the Winter War Museum from 10:00 to 14:00, Väinämöinen 11.

Tue 15.7. Observe nature by photographing – Photography trip on Lauttavaara nature trail from 9:00 to 12:00. Read more!

THU 17.7. Yard Sale in Hiltulanranta. 12 PM – 6 PM. Selling spot €10.

THU 17.7. Summer Picnic for Families, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Kontionkatu 4.
Welcome to spend a relaxing afternoon and enjoy a summer picnic with us at the Maakunnanranta playground on Thursday, July 17th, starting at 5:30 PM. The pancakes are lactose-free, and we will also prepare small amounts that are gluten-free and dairy-free.

Mon-Tue 15–16.7. Hobby horse camp from 10:00 to 15:00 in the town center. Price 20 €/person. The hobby horse club’s own camp in the city center area. The camp includes crafts, handiwork, riding, and competitions. Lunch is provided. Register by July 8! Read more!

FRI 18.7. Retro Kull – Live Performance. 9:30 PM – 11:59 PM, Kainuuntie 87. Free entry. 

Fri 18.7.–Sun 20.7. Hobby Vehicle and Flea Market Event Kuhmo 2025. Traditional hobby vehicle and flea market event again in Kuhmo July 18–20, 2025! Main theme: American vehicles! Address: Martinpolku 4. Organizer: Kuhmo Mobilists Association. Read more!

Mon 21.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: At Tuupala Museum from 10:00 to 14:00. Outdoor games including hobby horses, horseshoe throwing, pinecone cows, skipping rope, blowing soap bubbles, grinding coffee beans, plant excursion, hopscotch, Museum Adventure, and Photo Orienteering.

Tue 22.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: Photo Orienteering at the Winter War Museum from 10:00 to 14:00, Väinämöinen 11.

Wed 23.7. Winter War Tour from 9:00 to 15:30, price 25 €. Guided by expert guide Lassi Piirainen. Sites: Jyrkänkoski, Rasti, Luelahti, Saunajärvi, Kilpelänkangas, Paloaho, Kesseli, Tyrävaara. Departure at 9:00 from Kuhmo bus station and return at 15:30. Bring your own food! Advance registration and payment via city online store (link coming soon) or city hall info desk. More info: www.visitkuhmo.fi/tapahtumat. Organized by Kuhmo city.

Sat 26.7. Kuhmo Jog, from 12:00 to 15:00. Start from Sports Center / Unski track, Martinpolku 4. Registration and payment on site, price 10 €/person.

Mon 28.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: At Tuupala Museum from 10:00 to 14:00. Outdoor games including hobby horses, horseshoe throwing, pinecone cows, skipping rope, blowing soap bubbles, grinding coffee beans, plant excursion, hopscotch, Museum Adventure, and Photo Orienteering.

Tue 29.7. HILPEÄ HEINÄKUU: Photo Orienteering at the Winter War Museum from 10:00 to 14:00, Väinämöinen 11.

Thu 31.7. Helena Day at Tuupala Museum, Tervatie 1, from 10:00 to 16:00. Helena Day is celebrated annually in honor of Helena Kainulainen née Horttanainen, the mistress of Tuupala house, who lived 1852–1934. The program includes free socializing and museum visits.

Fri-Sun 1.–3.8. Kuhmo Log Driver Camp – Come and learn log driving skills! The camp is aimed at ages 8 to 100. More info coming. Organizer: Kuhmo Events Association.

SUN 3.8. Grand Market Day at Kuhmo Market Square. 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Organized by: Suomen Tapahtumatrio Oy.

SAT 16.8. Kuhmo Beach Volleyball Tournament, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
For the first time, the tournament will be held at the Kuhmo Market Square.
The tournament will feature six teams, each consisting of two players. Teams must be mixed-gender pairs.
Registration opens in early August.
More information will be published on the social media channels of Kuhmo City Sports Services.