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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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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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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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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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Gems of Winter
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Easter in KokkolaEaster in Kokkola
Joy, experiences and activities for the whole family. Come and enjoy Easter on April 3–6 in a springtime city filled with events, treats and a cheerful Easter atmosphere together with family and friends. See you in Kokkola this Easter!
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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. Open: Tue-Sun at 11am-4pm, Thu 11am-6pm. Free entry!
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K.H. Renlund museumExhibitions in the city centre
K.H. Renlund’s exhibitions include the Roos House, the Exhibition Hall in the Museum Quarter, the Lassander House and the Pedagogio. At the Roos House you can admire works by Finnish Golden Age artists. In the Exhibition Hall and at Roos House you will find an exhibition “Biological Phenomena”. In the Pedagogio, the exhibition “Fortune favors the Brave” will tell the story of our city. Entrance fee for the Roos House exhibitions, other exhibitions in Museum Quarter are without entrance fee.
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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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Music Centre SnellmanMusic Centre Snellman
In our magnificent facilities in Music Centre Snellman, 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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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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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! Concert tickets from the online store or at the door.
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Escape RoomsEscape Rooms
Test your own puzzle solving skills. There are different escape rooms to choose from, do you dare to play them all? SpacEscape is located on the premises of Hotel Seurahuone and the Mestarivaras has a whole house as a game room. Try also our LaserHero game.
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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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Hääsunnuntai & Juhlaideat & Keski-Pohjanmaan Yrittäjien avoimet ovet
22.3.2026
12:00 – 15:00
Rantakatu 10, 67100 Kokkola
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Kokkolan Tiikerit
21.3.2026 – 24.3.2026
17:00 – 21:30
Hollihaan Liikuntahalli, Pikiruukintie 4, 67200 Kokkola
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Lauantain toivotut -konsertti: Mari Palo, Seppo Hovi, Hannu Lehtonen
25.3.2026
19:00 – 22:00
Musiikkikeskus Snellman, Snellman-sali, Vingenkatu 18, 67100 Kokkola
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Biologisia ӏ Ilmiöitä – 5.12.2025 – 12.4.2026 (K.H.Renlundin museo)
5.12.2025 – 12.4.2026
00:00 – 00:00
Pitkänsillankatu 39, 67100 Kokkola
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Lääkinnälliset kasvit
10.3.2026 – 7.6.2026
00:00 – 00:00
Kieppi, Kokkolan luonnontieteellinen museo, Pitkänsillankatu 26, 67100 Kokkola
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Biologisia | Ilmiöitä – avoin yleisöopastus • TO 12.3. klo 18–19 ja TO 26.3. klo 18–19
12.3.2026 – 26.3.2026
18:00 – 19:00
K.H.Renlundin museo, Pitkänsillankatu 39, 67100 Kokkola
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UMO Helsinki Jazz Orchestra & Pepa Päivinen & Anni Elif – Rajoilla
26.3.2026
19:00 – 22:00
Musiikkikeskus Snellman, Snellman-sali, Vingenkatu 18, 67100 Kokkola
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Raparperitaivas
27.3.2026
19:00 – 22:00
Musiikkikeskus Snellman, Snellman-sali, Vingenkatu 18, 67100 Kokkola
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Varasto
21.3.2026 – 18.4.2026
13:00 – 21:00
Kokkolan Kaupunginteatteri, Päänäyttämö, Torikatu 48, 67100 Kokkola
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Kenttä
21.3.2026 – 2.5.2026
13:30 – 16:30
Musiikkikeskus Snellman, Fordell-sali, Vingenkatu 18, 67100 Kokkola
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Jonna Tervomaa
28.3.2026
19:00 – 22:00
Musiikkikeskus Snellman, Snellman-sali, Vingenkatu 18, 67100 Kokkola
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Vesterinen Yhtyeineen: Liian hiljaista K-18
28.3.2026
21:00 – 23:59
Kampushalli, Teknologiakatu 8, 67100 Kokkola
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