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Participants of Downhill Swim at the start. Photo Simo Vilhunen.

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Below, you'll find the main events in Ruka-Kuusamo area. Today's events can be found on the Ruka Today page. Don't forget to check out our Band Calendar and Event Search as well!

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Gravelilla ylämäkeen. Kuva Phil Gale & Emmie Collinge
Gravelilla ylämäkeen. Kuva Phil Gale & Emmie Collinge

FKT Ruka-Kuusamo Ultra Loop

14.6.2026 - 30.9.2026
From 0.00€
The 200 km Ruka-Kuusamo FKT Ultra Loop challenge runs from 14 June to 30 September 2026. You can take part by recording your ride on Strava during the challenge period. In October 2026, the fastest woman and the fastest man riding a non-electric bike will each be awarded a €300 cash.
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Siivouspäivä
Siivouspäivä

Kuusamo Night Market 2026

25.6.2026 - 6.8.2026
16:00 - 19:00
From 0.00€
The Night Market is held from July 25th to August 6th, every Thursday from 4 PM to 7 PM in the backyard of the French Café and at the market in downtown Kuusamo. Come spend a lovely evening at the Market and enjoy a fantastic atmosphere, delicious treats, and diverse programs. No entrance fee for the Night Market area.
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Downhill Swim 2023 kuva Simo Vilhunen
Downhill Swim 2023 kuva Simo Vilhunen

Downhill Swim at Oulanka National Park 2026

1.8.2026 - 1.8.2026
An exciting 24 km downhill swimming event in the stunning scenery of Oulanka National Park on Saturday August 1st 2026.
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Juuma Fest 2026
Juuma Fest 2026

Juuma Fest

1.8.2026 - 1.8.2026
13:00 - 22:00
From 40.00€
A unique festival day on the shores of Lake Juumajärvi in ​​Kuusamo. Multiple venues - many experiences during the same day. We travel from one event to another on rafts in the true Juuma style!
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Näkymä Valtavaaran huipulta kohti Rukaa kesällä. Kuva Mikko Santasalo
Näkymä Valtavaaran huipulta kohti Rukaa kesällä. Kuva Mikko Santasalo

Finnish School Orienteering Championships 2026

28.8.2026 - 29.8.2026
Welcome to the Finnish School Sports Federation’s Orienteering Championships! The 2026 championships will be held in Kuusamo, in the diverse landscapes of Ruka. The event is organised by Kuusamon Erä-Veikot in cooperation with the Finnish School Sports Federation.
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Vedenalainen kuva lumpeesta
Vedenalainen kuva lumpeesta

Kuusamo Nature Photo festival 2025

11.9.2026 - 13.9.2026
The most captivating nature photo festival in Finland, Kuusamo Nature Photo, invites professionals and enthusiasts alike to a grand nature photography experience in the fall!

This internationally renowned event combines nature photography, culture, and stunning scenery.
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Villiruokajuhlat
Villiruokajuhlat

Kuusamo Wild Food Festival 2026

12.9.2026 - 12.9.2026
11:00 - 16:00
From 5.00€
Delicious experiences in the center of Kuusamo at the event square on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM.
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Rukan Karaokekarnevaalit
Rukan Karaokekarnevaalit

Ruka Karaoke Carnival 2026

25.9.2026 - 27.9.2026
From 95.00€
The closing of autumn, ruska, party at Restaurant Zone, Restaurant Piste and Bar Ihku. Ruka Open Karaoke Championships and great artists!
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Ruka Park kauden avajaiset
Ruka Park kauden avajaiset

Ruka Ski Season opening

2.10.2026 - 2.10.2026
09:30 - 19:00
Ski season in Ruka starts on October 2nd 2026!
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Syysloma on Rukalla laskuloma
Syysloma on Rukalla laskuloma

Autumn Holiday at Ruka 2026

9.10.2026 - 25.10.2026
In Ruka autumn holiday is winter holiday - experience three seasons at once

Also plenty other activities for children. Competitions, games, orienteering and art. Welcome to join us!
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FIS Ruka Nordic 2021 - maastohiihdon juhlaa Rukalla
FIS Ruka Nordic 2021 - maastohiihdon juhlaa Rukalla

FIS Ruka Nordic 2026

27.11.2026 - 29.11.2026
From 79.00€
Jump in to Ski Jumping, Cross Country and Nordic Combined competition weekend!

Great atmosphere, 10 competitions, 30 nations, 400 competitors. FIS Ruka Nordic starts the season again with all Nordic disciplines on the same stadium. 8 World Cup contests will be held during the long weekend in the end of November. 
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Suomen lippu lumisessa puussa lippunauhassa, kuva Ruka-Kuusamo Matkailu - Adobe Stoce licenced
Suomen lippu lumisessa puussa lippunauhassa, kuva Ruka-Kuusamo Matkailu - Adobe Stoce licenced

Finnish Independence Day at Ruka-Kuusamo 2026

4.12.2026 - 6.12.2026
Welcome to celebrate independent Finland in the Coordinates of Snow in Ruka.
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Christmas at Ruka-Kuusamo 2026

18.12.2026 - 27.12.2026
Enjoy memorable winter experiences and a traditional Finnish Christmas at Ruka-Kuusamo, in Winter Wonderland in the middle of pure white piles of snow!

Here you will find a genuine Christmas spirit and relax in the middle of a pure white snowy landscape.
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New year at Ruka-Kuusamo 2026-2027

27.12.2026 - 7.1.2027
New year is celebrated in the middle of white piles of snow, enjoying the activities of Ruka-Kuusamo winter wonderland.
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Rukan Pipolätkä, kuva Salla Karhumaa
Rukan Pipolätkä, kuva Salla Karhumaa

Ruka Ice Hockey Tournament 2027

14.1.2027 - 16.1.2027
Laid-back ice hockey game in Ruka village, on natural ice (Kaltiolampi pond) during Thursday-Saturday 14.-16.1.2027. This is the largest amateur outdoor ice hockey tournament in Europe!
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Ruka Polar Night Light Festival
Ruka Polar Night Light Festival

Polar Night Light Festival 2027

15.1.2027 - 7.2.2027
Experience the Polar Night Light Festival 2027 at Ruka, Jan 15–Feb 7. The world’s northernmost slope light installation returns, illuminating ski slopes and surrounding areas with magical colors. Step into a mesmerizing winter atmosphere and see the polar night in a whole new way.
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Finnish Winter Holidays, week 8 - 2027

22.2.2027 - 28.2.2027
Finns are traditionally enjoying their winter holidays during weeks 8-10.

There are special events for families with children in Ruka Ski Resort as well as elsewhere in Kuusamo area. 
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Lapsi hiihtää Ruka-Kuusamon maisemissa
Lapsi hiihtää Ruka-Kuusamon maisemissa

Finnish Winter Holidays, week 9 - 2027

1.3.2027 - 7.3.2027
Finns are traditionally enjoying their winter holidays during weeks 8-10.

There are special events for families with children in Ruka Ski Resort as well as elsewhere in Kuusamo area. 
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Finnish Winter Holidays, week 10 - 2027

8.3.2027 - 14.3.2027
Finns are traditionally enjoying their winter holidays during weeks 8-10.

There are special events for families with children in Ruka Ski Resort as well as elsewhere in Kuusamo area. 
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Easter 2027 at Ruka-Kuusamo

25.3.2027 - 29.3.2027
The Easter time at Ruka and Kuusamo is the celebration of spring weather! Sunshine and white snow... All slope areas are still open!
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gravel
gravel

Fellscape Ruka 2027

19.6.2027 - 19.6.2027
Experience the magic of the midnight sun and the unpredictable conditions of early summer at Ruka! No entrance fee for audience.
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