Kajaani Street Market
The traditional street market event is arranged annually in Kajaani at the time of Kajaani Poetry Week and the birthday of national poet Eino Leino (6th July).
The event lasts several days. During that time, the main street Kauppakatu is full of market tents and the Raatihuoneentori market place hosts different kinds of events.
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Big Friday
Big Friday is an annual networking and business event bringing up the know-how of businesses in the region.
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Wildlife
The Finnish people have a millennial history of living side by side with carnivores. Watch a documentary and take a look into the predators' life!
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Raate Marathon and March
Raate Marathon and Raate March are organized on the historical sites of Winter War. There are suitable options for the whole family to participate.
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Tour de Kainuu Cycling Event
Welcome to enjoy a relaxed event as well as beautiful hills and the brilliant waters of Kainuu!
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Finnish Baseball in Sotkamo
Baseball is as Finnish as it gets! There is a very successful baseball team in Kainuu, with their home field on a beautiful spot in Sotkamo.
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Kajaani Dance Festival
The annual Kajaani Dance Festival is arranged in cooperation between Kaukametsä cultural events and Kajaani Dance.
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Dance Pavilions
In Finland going out for social dancing is a traditional way to spend time, meet people and enjoy music. Especially at summertime there are plenty of summer pavilions open, often located in beautiful places in the countryside.
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Literature Tourism
The national epic Kalevala is a central element in Kainuu`s literary culture. In 2019, Kuhmo became part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network founding their application on the strong connection between Kuhmo and the Kalevala, and the many ways the Kalevala influences the everyday life in Kuhmo.
In addition to Elias Lönnrot who compiled the Kalevala, Kainuu has also other famous writers such as Isa Asp, Eino Leino, Ilmari Kianto and Veikko Huovinen, whose trails to follow!
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Kuhakunkku Fishing Competition
Oulujärven Kuhakunkku, based in Paltamo, is a fishing competition specialized in pike perch. The event also hosts a side party.
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Kainuu Open
Kainuu Open is the culmination of the Kainuu golf season. It is played annually on the three golf courses of Kainuu. Katinkulta Golf, Kajaani Golf and Paltamo Golf courses are played on consecutive days.
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Harness Racing in Kajaani
Harness racing is a fast-paced sport that offers unforgettable experiences and excitement. One of the regional race tracks is in Kuluntalahti, Kajaani.
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Migration Stories
The RekryKainuu project has interviewed some people who have moved to Kainuu. From that series of articles, you may read in English the story of Diana, who moved from Barcelona to Sotkamo.
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