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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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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Kajaani Fest
A high-class music festival full of famous performers around the Kajaanihalli sports hall in the centre of Kajaani.
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Eino Leino House Book Days
The annual Paltaniemi Days and Eino Leino House Book Days in July are a combination of sales event, presentations, lectures, concerts, meeting old and new acquaintances and attending evening events.
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Vuokatti-hiihto Skiing Event
The snow certainty of Vuokatti Hiihto, the best prepared ski tracks, experienced organisation and snow covered hilly landscape guarantee a skiing experience for both amateurs and top-class athletes!
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A Region of Tar Burners
The history of tar making dates back thousands of years. The technique used traditionally used in Finland was tar burning in a pit, i.e. dry distillation of wood. The tar barrels were transported to Oulu in the coast by boat. The large rapids of River Kajaaninjoki were the biggest obstacles for the oarsmen rowing tar barrels to Oulu. The canals built in the rapids of River Kajaaninjoki were the solution.
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Vuokatin Vaellus
Vuokatin Vaellus is the autumn season-opening event gathering hiking and yoga enthusiasts together in the hilly landscapes of Vuokatti. The event is suitable for everyone, even families.
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Barokki Soi Music Festival
Barokki Soi is a music festival organized at springtime in Kajaani. As the name of the event suggests, music from the Baroque period is performed at the concerts.
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Northern Game Summit
The annual NGS provides an easygoing environment for game creators to mingle, connect and exchange ideas.
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Homebase in Sotkamo
Sotkamo is an active municipality that has more to offer to its residents than an average towns of its size. In Sotkamo, it's easy to lead an active life style, and the municipality is attracting new inhabitants. Get to know your potential neighbors, who are living like they were on holiday 365 days a year!
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Raate Road
Raate Road in Suomussalmi, about 18 km long and ending at frontier barriers, was the scene of two decisive Winter War battles.
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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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Bread Cheese Fair in Ristijärvi
Bread cheese is an important part of the Kainuu cuisine. In Ristijärvi, a bread cheese event is organised annually at the same time with the Veisuuvestivaali music event.
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