Independence Day - itsenäisyyspäivä - is a national public holiday in Finland, held on 6th December. In Ruka village and on the slopes there's plenty to do.
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Finnish Independence Day at Ruka-Kuusamo 2026
Welcome to celebrate independent Finland in the Coordinates of Snow in Ruka.
Event dates
04.12.2026 - 06.12.2026
Place
Ruka slopes and Ruka Village, and the stunning nature of Kuusamo
Ski lift tickets -20% online
Get more value at the start of the season! The Early Season Discount -20% off regular prices is valid from 2 October to 30 November 2026 and applies only to tickets purchased through the online store. The Early Season Discount does not apply to season passes, pedestrian tickets, or Ruka Coaster tickets.
Ruka Season Pass
Ruka season passes are on sale in our webshop and ticket sales points. You can load your season pass onto a keycard at our ticket sales points during the winter season.
Learn more about Finns!
Sauna the Finnish way
Ancient reindeer culture
True Finnish landscapes
Fall in love with wild food
Feel Kuusamo
Photos of Ruka-Kuusamo in December
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