Oulu2026 – European Capital of Culture: Complete Programme for Oulu's European Capital of Culture 2026 to be Revealed – Live Stream on September 4, 2025

Oulu2026: A Cultural Transformation

• Cultural Hub Development: Northern Finland is set to become a vibrant cultural hub in 2026, with hundreds of partners collaborating to create a diverse program that includes large-scale exhibitions, festivals, world premieres, performing arts, village celebrations, permanent artworks, sports, and community events across 40 municipalities.

• Theme of Cultural Climate Change: The Oulu2026 program is centered around the theme of Cultural Climate Change, aiming to enrich cultural life and foster connections among people through world-class experiences, creativity, and innovative thinking.

Vision for 2026

• Transformative Year: Piia Rantala-Korhonen, CEO of Oulu2026, emphasizes that 2026 will be a transformative year for Oulu, Northern Finland, and Europe, inviting everyone to engage with new stories and experiences shaped by the region's unique perspective.

About Oulu

• European Capital of Culture: Oulu, with a population of 200,000, will hold the title of European Capital of Culture in 2026, collaborating with 39 partner municipalities to enhance cultural offerings.

Engagement and Participation

• Live Stream Invitation: The event encourages participation from across Europe, inviting audiences to follow live streams to discover the stories, artists, and highlights that will define Oulu's year as the European Capital of Culture.

• Further Information: More details about the Oulu2026 initiative can be found on their official page: Oulu2026.