Events & activities in Ruka-Kuusamo

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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

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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Oulankajoki syksyllä ruskan aikaan. Kuva Mikko Santasalo

Autumn Colors in Ruka-Kuusamo 2026

1.9.2026 - 30.9.2026

Autumn colours arrive every year, always as spectacular as ever and always with a touch of mystery when it comes to timing. Local folklore says that the peak autumn colours reach Kuusamo around 12 September at 2 pm, but a foliage adventure can be enjoyed at any time throughout September.

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Rukan kylä on kesän gravel-reittien hubi. Kuva Josh Walker

Ruka village flea market 2026

19.9.2026 - 19.9.2026

10:00 - 14:00

New lifes for old stuff! Traditionally Ruka Flea Market has offered ski/snowboard gear, clothing, local delicacies and handcraft.

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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 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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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 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

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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FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup Opening 2026

11.12.2026 - 12.12.2026

The mogul and aerial skiers' World Cup season starts in Ruka in December. You are welcome to come and see the World's best mogul and aerial skiers and cheer them on to their best performances!

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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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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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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

20.2.2027 - 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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Finnish Winter Holidays, week 9 - 2027

27.2.2027 - 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

6.3.2027 - 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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MoonPay X Games League Ruka 2027

9.4.2027 - 11.4.2027

X Games will bring the championship finale of its inaugural MoonPay X Games League Winter Season to Ruka-Kuusamo in northern Finland from 9 to 11 April 2027.

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Nuts Karhunkierros toukokuussa Ruka-Kuusamossa. Kuva Mikko Santasalo

NUTS Karhunkierros Trail Ultra 2027

28.5.2027 - 29.5.2027

This international Ultra trail run has already become a tradition. It will be organized on the famous hiking route "Karhunkierros" in Oulanka National Park and in Pyhävaara nature reserve at Ruka area. More than 3,000 runners will start on several different routes.

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Fellscape Ruka 2027

11.6.2027 - 12.6.2027

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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Ruka-Kuusamo Midsummer 2027

23.6.2027 - 27.6.2027

From 0.00€

Join us in celebrating the shortest night of the year! And in Finland the sun never really sets tonight!

The Midsummer Festival is about happy people and interesting traditions! There's plenty to do and see at Ruka-Kuusamo area for the whole family. Some events and activities are free of charge!

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