Ruka-Kuusamo Christmas Weekly Programme
The magic of Christmas is made up of many puzzles, solving which requires keen senses and Christmas spirit tuned to the extreme. Until today, what Santa Claus does in the summertime has been one of the biggest mysteries, but last autumn the Chief of Gifts from the Santa Claus Main Post Office in Rovaniemi sent cards all over the Ruka village that were normally sent at Christmas. "The secret can be revealed! Kindest regards, Santa Claus". Read more:
The events below will take you into our Christmas story from the end of November until the Epiphany (beginning of January). Christmas time 21.-27.12. events: www.ruka.fi/christmas. Merry Christmas to everyone!
Weekly program and fun in the slopes!
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15.12.2019
19.12.2019
22.12.2019
23.12.2019
24.12.2019
26.12.2019
27.12.2019
30.12.2019
02.01.2020
03.01.2020
07.01.2020
Sunday 15.12.2019
Location: Kuusamo Holy Cross Church, Kitronintie 11, 93600 Kuusamo.
Thursday 19.12.2019
Friday 20.12.2019
Christmas Bird brings Christmas to the Ruka resort. For years the Christmas Bird has marked the start of Christmas in fell resort.
Christmas Bird is a story full of Christmas spirit. The forest shrouded in blue twilight is full of wondrous elements. This can all be experienced by those seeking real Christmas spirit. With its props made from snow, music choreography and costumes play a big role in the performance. The programme also includes an appearance by Santa Claus and fireworks.
The story is about battle between good and evil. Lotta and Santeri love Christmas and they set off to look for it. However the cruel and arrogant Ice Queen can’t stand Christmas and she wants to capture the children in her ice castle. Ice Queen cannot find them. Ice Queen summons the Northern lights to illuminate the evening and Evil Spirit of the Darkness with his troops to capture the Bird. The gnomes are horrified when they hear that the bird of Christmas has been captured. They ask Santa Claus for help and set off to rescue her. All the creatures in the forest start making their way to the ice castle.
Ruka’s Christmas Bird performance is arranged each year in cooperation between Ruka School and local enterprises. About 230 pupils are in roles in the performance. Ruka School’s staff, parents and volunteers are in big role making it all happen. It all started as a Christmas schoolplay for the parents. Nowadays it’s performance to all who wants find the spirit of Christmas and start Christmas time.
The Bird on good fortune brings Christmas to everybody!
Christmas Bird actors will lead the guests from Ruka village to Ruka Ski Stadium appr. at 6.40 p.m. Gluhwein (non-alcoholic) is served at 6.30 p.m. The musical starts at 7 p.m. Fireworks after the musical.
Tickets 10 e/person, kids under 12 yrs for free. Tickets sales points at Ruka Stadium will be opened prior to the show (cash only).
Tickets available in advance: Ruka Info, RukaStore, Scandic Rukahovi reception, Aste Brandstore, Ruka Ski School, Ski-Inn Hotel RukaVillage reception, Hanki Baari.
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Sunday 22.12.2019
Location: Kuusamo Holy Cross Church, Kitronintie 11, 93600 Kuusamo.
Location: Käylä church, Sallantie 62, 93900 Kuusamo
Monday 23.12.2019
Easy ride with Rosa & Rudolf - all participants are winners!
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Fun in the slopes by
Tuesday 24.12.2019
Servings at 13-15, 16-18 and 19-21
Prices: 48,50 €/adults, -50 %/4-12 year old, kids under 4 years for free.
Table reservations +358 8 8681 219 or riistaravintola.fi
A traditional Finnish Christmas Buffet will be served at Restaurant Zone. Everyone is welcome to join!
Starters: Herring and Vendace plate, Gravlax and cold-smoked Salmon, Kuusamo style Rosolli salad with Vendace, Rosolli salad with beetroot foam, Mushroom salad, Green salad, Christmas loaf, smoked cheese and spread
Main courses: Traditional Christmas Ham and Hanna's mustard, Creamy sauce, Boiled potatoes, Braised plums and peas, Casseroles (carrot, rutabaga and potato), French fries and nuggets for children
Desserts: Christmas plum curd with gingerbread, Date Cake and Coffee, Santa Claus himself has promised to attend.
Two settings have been opened to fit everybody! Tables are ready at 2 pm and 6 pm. Welcome
Seats are limited. Please pre-book your meal online!
Servings at 13-15, 16-18 and 19-21
Prices: 48,50 €/adults, -50 %/4-12 year old, kids under 4 years for free.
Table reservations +358 8 8681 219 or riistaravintola.fi
Servings at 13-15, 16-18 and 19-21
Prices: 48,50 €/adults, -50 %/4-12 year old, kids under 4 years for free.
Table reservations +358 8 8681 219 or riistaravintola.fi
Thursday 26.12.2019
Location: Kuusamo Holy Cross Church, Kitronintie 11, 93600 Kuusamo.
Suitable for skiers/snowboarders, who can ride down the easy slopes of Masto without assistance. In the weekly program starting from week 8.
Place: Masto slope number 35 I Time: 14.30
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Friday 27.12.2019
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Monday 30.12.2019
Easy ride with Rosa & Rudolf - all participants are winners!
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Fun in the slopes by
Tuesday 31.12.2019
You and your large tubing-wheel will become a bowling ball which is dowhill skiing the snowy chute. Your purpose is turn over air filled ten pins during your downhill skiing. Let see who have the best style? Or who get the Strike? Welcome to take part in Tubing bowling race at Rosa & Rudolf FamilyPark tubing-racetrack in Vuosseli.
Place: Family Park
Time: 14:30
Rukan Rinnehuvit tarjoaa
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You and your large tubing-wheel will become a bowling ball which is dowhill skiing the snowy chute. Your purpose is turn over air filled ten pins during your downhill skiing. Let see who have the best style? Or who get the Strike? Welcome to take part in Tubing bowling race at Rosa & Rudolf FamilyPark tubing-racetrack in Vuosseli.
Place: Family Park
Time: 14:30
Rukan Rinnehuvit tarjoaa
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Thursday 2.1.2020
Suitable for skiers/snowboarders, who can ride down the easy slopes of Masto without assistance. In the weekly program starting from week 8.
Place: Masto slope number 35 I Time: 14.30
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Friday 3.1.2020
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Monday 6.1.2020
Easy ride with Rosa & Rudolf - all participants are winners!
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Fun in the slopes by
Tuesday 7.1.2020
You and your large tubing-wheel will become a bowling ball which is dowhill skiing the snowy chute. Your purpose is turn over air filled ten pins during your downhill skiing. Let see who have the best style? Or who get the Strike? Welcome to take part in Tubing bowling race at Rosa & Rudolf FamilyPark tubing-racetrack in Vuosseli.
Place: Family Park
Time: 14:30
Rukan Rinnehuvit tarjoaa
All rights for changes are reserved.