Extend your stay in Oulu
Authentic Winter Experiences
Experience the magic of the North right here in Oulu! From snowshoeing and ice fishing to Northern Lights hunting, Nallikari Safaris offers an unforgettable winter adventures for every explorer in Oulu.
Price: 89-149€ per person, depending on the activity
Saunas in Oulu
Experience authentic Finnish sauna culture in Oulu. With nearly three million saunas across Finland, this cherished tradition is part of everyday life. Warm up in public saunas or unique sauna rafts. Read more about the sauna etiquette and find just the right spot for you in Oulu.
Price: 11-30€ per person, depending on the sauna
Frozen People Music Festival
Frozen people is a winter festival of electronic music and northern art organized on the real ice of the frozen Bothnia Bay at Nallikari beach. The festival’s music programme highlights local and international talent. The art content includes installations, light art, participatory programme numbers and performances.
Price: Day at Pikisaari is free of charge; Evening in Valve is paid for and only for 18+
Kärpät Ice Hockey Game
Feel the roar of Finnish ice hockey with Kärpät at the heart of it in Oulu! Catch a live game at the Oulun Energia Areena and feel the electric atmosphere as fans cheer for one of Finland’s most successful teams.
Price: 19-54€ per ticket
Winter Swimming World championship 2026
Join one of the biggest events in winter swimming! A bi-annual event, held every 2 years, the Winter Swimming World Championship 2026 will be held in Oulu, Finland, from March 2 to 8, 2026.