Family vacation in Ruka-Kuusamo

Everything you need for a perfect summer holiday awaits in Ruka-Kuusamo!

Summer adventures for families

Melontaa kanootilla Oulankajoella koko perheen voimin. Kuva Harri Tarvainen.

Ruka-Kuusamo - the Land of National Parks & Ruka Summer Resort

Suomen ensimmäinen kansallishuvipuisto - Ruka-Kuusamo

Kesän viikko-ohjelma

Ruka-Kuusamon Kesän Viikko-ohjelma sisältää valittuja elämyksiä koko perheelle. Voimassa 1.6.-30.9.

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Summer Weekly Programme

Ruka-Kuusamo Summer Weekly Programme offers selected experiences for the whole family. Valid June-September.

Summer Weekly Programme

Koskenlaskua Kitkajoella, Oulangan kansallispuisto, Ruka-Kuusamo. Kuva Jani Kärppä.

Family vacation in Ruka-Kuusamo

Everything you need for a perfect winter holiday awaits in Ruka-Kuusamo!

Winter fun for families

Perhe lähdössä mökiltä rinteeseen. Kuva Harri Tarvainen

Slopes for families and beginners

Kids’ favorite slopes Rosa & Rudolf Family Park, Rudolf Adventure Trail, Mini Ruka and Ruka Park Junior’s Fun Slope guarantee joy all day long.

Slopes for families and beginners

Lapsi lautailee Roosa & Rudolf Family Parkissa. Kuva Harri Tarvainen.

Fun & Games on the slopes

Plenty of free activities on Ruka’s slope area from December to April.

Fun & Games on the slopes

Ruka-Kuusamo aims to be the best family vacation destination in Finland

When children are enjoying themselves, joy spreads to the family. Ruka-Kuusamo has plenty of activities, both indoors and outdoors and from morning to evening, all year round.

The summer weekly programme and winter weekly programme offer a variety of adventures for the entire family, free of charge.

Koskenlaskua Kitkajoella Oulangan kansallispuistossa. Ruka-Kuusamo. Kuva Jani Kärppä

Summer adventures for the families

Diverse day trip trails in the stunning Oulanka National Park, rafting, summer sled track in Ruka and a water park are experiences you simply can’t miss.

Summer adventures

Ruka village during summer. Photo Harri Tarvainen/Kota Collective

Ruka Summer resort is open from June 11 onwards

Ruka Coaster, summer sled track, mountain carts, Zipline, Ruka Bike Park, scenery lifts and lots of other things to do and see!

Ruka's summer map

Unlock summer fun with Ruka Fun Pass!

With the Ruka Fun Pass, you're in for endless fun on Ruka Coaster, Ruka Rally downhill carts, the summer sled track, scenic lifts, zipline, mini-golf, and Bike Park, together with other perks.

Ruka Fun Pass

Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikin kylpylä. Kuva Mikko Santasalo.

Indoor activities for families with kids

If the weather gets too cold or rainy, Ruka-Kuusamo also has a wide range of indoor activities for kids. Why not try the spa, adventure park, bowling alleys or an escape room?

Indoor activities

Children get to meet arctic animals

Feeding reindeer or visiting a Finnhorse farm are family vacation highlights in Kuusamo.

Petting zoos

Winter fun for families

In the winter, Ruka-Kuusamo is a genuine centre for family vacations with a wide selection of activities. We have paid special attention to kids, especially when it comes to Ruka Slopes.

Winter fun for families

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Playgrounds

Ruka Summer Resort

Ruka Coaster

Ruka Bike Park

Events for families:

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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Uuttusuon kahvila ruskan aikaan. Kuva Mikko Santasalo

Uuttusuon Kahvila, pyörä ruskamaisemassa, kuva Karoliina Lehto

Autumn Break Buzz at Uuttusuo Café

10.10.2026 - 25.10.2026

When autumn arrives, Uuttusuo Caré is ready for some autumn buzz! Welcome to join!

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Daily: Autumn holiday Rosa & Rudolf Orienteering

10.10.2026 - 25.10.2026

Rosa and Rudolf, along with their animal friends, have hidden away in Ruka Village for the autumn holidays!

Take part in the Rosa & Rudolf autumn holiday orienteering, either on your own, as a team with friends, or with the whole family. Pick up a map from the ski school desk, located in the Piste rental shop, and go around looking for all the points from the map. The route is less than 2 km long.

Each participant will receive a small prize.

Subject to change.

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Monday: Meet Rosa & Rudolf at Ruka Village

12.10.2026 - 19.10.2026

12:20 - 12:30

Come and meet the cute Ruka mascots Rosa & Rudolf. The mascots are visiting Ruka Village, near Tykky-tower's stage. Rosa & Rudolf arrive at about 12:20 and stay for about 10 minutes

Rights for changes are reserved.

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Subway Baguette Bingo on Tue and Thu at 15

12.10.2026 - 12.10.2026

14:00 - 15:00

Welcome to participate in the traditional Kid's Holiday Week Baguette Bingo - participation is free!

Available during Tuesday 14.10.2025 and Thursday 16.10.2025 at 15.

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Thursday: Park jam at Ruka Parkilla

15.10.2026 - 15.10.2026

11:30 - 13:00

Ruka Snowboarders are organizing a free park jam for all snowboarders and skiers at Ruka Park. You can participate by arriving on site. There will be prizes for the best performances!

Participation in the event is at your own risk. Each participant must have personal accident insurance.

The rights to make changes are reserved.

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Kids' karaoke at Zone

15.10.2026 - 22.10.2026

12:00 - 14:00

From 0.00€

During the autumn holiday weeks, kids get to shine on stage at Ravintola Zone's children's karaoke! Alongside the fun and relaxed daytime karaoke, you can enjoy Zone's delicious lunch buffet.

Children's karaoke during autumn holiday weeks 42–43 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 to 14:00.

Welcome!

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Children's Halloween party

15.10.2026 - 15.10.2026

12:00 - 15:00

From 0.00€

At Ruka Olkkari, children's Halloween parties are held on Thursdays during the autumn holidays. FREE ENTRY!

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Subway Baguette Bingo on Thu at 15

15.10.2026 - 15.10.2026

14:00 - 15:00

Welcome to participate in the traditional Kid's Holiday Week Baguette Bingo - participation is free!

Available during Tuesday 14.10.2025 and Thursday 16.10.2025 at 15.

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Friday: Meet Rosa & Rudolf at Family Park

16.10.2026 - 23.10.2026

12:20 - 12:30

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Muumilaakson asukkaita punaisella taustalla, ylhäällä pyrstötähti.

MOOMINS - Searching for the Comet

30.10.2026 - 30.10.2026

17:00 - 18:00

From 27.00€

THE MOOMINS Searching for the Comet musical theatre arrives at Kuusamotalo in October!

Based on the novel Comet in Moominland (Kometjakten, 1946), the performance focuses on themes that are central to Tove Jansson's original stories: friendship, adventure, doing things together, and the courage to be oneself.

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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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Activities for families:

Rukan koripallokenttä lähellä Kelo-rinnettä ja Pizzeria Rukaa. Kuva Mikko Santasalo

Skatepark and basketball court

15.5.2026 - 31.10.2026

Grab your skate board, ball, scooter or BMX and enjoy an active moment at the park or on the court!

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Rafting Adventure Day with Outdoor Campfire Lunch

26.5.2026 - 30.10.2026

09:00 - 18:00

From 48.00€

Enjoy an exhilarating whitewater rafting adventure on Kitka River!

Duration 4 h including transfers. Price 88 €/adult, 48 €/child 5-11 yrs. This adventure is available from Tuesday to Friday during 26.5.-30.10.2026.

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Saunaelämys Pohjantähti-leirissä Juumajärven rannalla Ruka-Kuusamossa. Kuva Rukapalvelu

River Rafting Adventure with Relaxing Finnish Sauna

29.5.2026 - 30.10.2026

14:00 - 19:00

From 118.00€

Enjoy an unforgettable river rafting experience on Kitka River and sauna at the Wilderness camp!

Duration 5 h including transfers. Price 118 €/adult, 68 €/child 5-11 yrs. This adventure is available on Fridays at 2 PM during 29.5.-30.10.2026.

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Ikkunalampi Riisitunturin kansallispuistossa. Kuva MunPolku/MyTrail

Nature After Dark - Nighttime hike on top of the fell

3.9.2026 - 30.11.2026

20:00 - 22:30

From 70.00€

Have you ever experienced a night sky full of stars and a silent forest around you?

Duration 2,5 h. Price 70 €/adult, 50 €/child 8-17 years. This adventure is available on Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 8 PM during 3.9.-30.11.2026.

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Private lesson in Ruka Ski School

2.10.2026 - 2.5.2027

10:00 - 17:00

Private lessons in Ruka ski school can be booked for yourself, your child, your family or a whole group of friends. We offer lessons both on the slopes and on cross country ski tracks - choose from alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemark skiing, freestyle, adaptive alpine skiing or classic / skating cross country skiing and book your own lesson.

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Aikuinen ja lapsi laskevat Rukan kesäkelkkaradalla maisemien ympäröimänä.

Ruka Coaster

10.10.2026 - 24.10.2026

13:30 - 21:30

From 11.88€

Welcome to Ruka Coaster – over 750 metres of winding track and speeds of up to 40 km/h. Please note that the ride may be closed in poor weather. During busy periods the queue may close around an hour before closing time. See opening hours, prices and more below.

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Lumikenkäilyä Kuntivaarassa, Ruka-Kuusamo

Winter Weekly Programme 2026-2027

1.11.2026 - 30.4.2027

The winter weekly programme includes the top highlights of the diverse activity and adventure offering in Ruka and Kuusamo. The weekly programmes are organised during 1.11.-30.4.

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Winter Weekly Programme 2026-2027 for Families

1.11.2026 - 30.4.2027

Welcome to experience an adventurous family holiday in Ruka-Kuusamo! The winter weekly programme includes the top highlights of the diverse activity and adventure offering in Ruka and Kuusamo. The weekly programmes are organised during 1 November - 30 April.

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More activities and events without participation fee can be found in our Event Search.

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Discover Your Kind of Summer

Each of us looks for something a little different from our holiday. That’s why we’ve created five distinct summer weekly programmes, each designed to match the wishes and interests of different types of travelers. Explore our themed program recommendations below and discover the perfect way for you to experience the highlights of our region!