Oulu is buzzing this weekend (February 28th - March 1st) with family fun! Don't miss the massive outdoor Frozen People festival happening right on the frozen sea, or the all-ages fun happening at the library for Koko perheen tapahtumalauantai. For theatre lovers, Saturday is your last chance to catch the magical Moomin performance of Taikatalvi.
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Frozen People Festival
Nallikari Beach
Free entry to the huge outdoor winter music and light festival on the frozen sea Saturday afternoon.
Family Event Saturday
Myllyoja Library & Youth Centre
All-day indoor fun with board games, disco, and activities on Saturday.
HaikaraPesä (For Babies Under 1)
Children's Cultural Centre Kotilo
A calm, guided Sunday morning session specifically for families with babies under one.
· February 28
4FREE : An incredible urban winter festival held right on the frozen sea featuring electronic music, light installations, and art. The main event is open to all ages, though there is an 18+ afterparty later.Unique, large-scale outdoor festival happening only on Saturday, and the main event is completely free and open to all ages.
FREE : Head to Myllyoja for an afternoon packed with family fun including board games, a disco, bingo, and task stations. Rapper Ihme is scheduled to perform.A comprehensive free indoor program happening all afternoon on Saturday, perfect for guaranteed fun regardless of the weather.
: Take a guided tour through the powerful exhibition celebrating Sámi heritage, featuring contemporary and traditional works, duodji, and soundscapes. Note: The source snippet confusedly lists German in the title but mentions Turkish in the description; assume the German tour is available as listed in the title.It's an educational, culturally significant exhibition tour available Saturday afternoon.
: Watch the Mestaruusliiga volleyball action at Ouluhalli this Saturday evening. Seating is general admission, so arrive early to grab the best spots.A good option for Saturday evening if you prefer volleyball over ice hockey.
· March 1
3FREE : This exhibition runs all the way through Sunday, offering a chance to explore visual art for free. Since no details are given, it is a low-commitment gallery visit.It is one of the few free art events confirmed for Sunday.
EARWORM – MEDIA ART FROM KIASMAFREE : Enjoy a selection of video art works where sound and music are central to the video's narrative and atmosphere. This is a great indoor option for Sunday.It's free, indoors, and runs all day Sunday, featuring engaging media art.
HAIKARAPESÄ (FOR BABIES UNDER 1)FREE : Professionally guided activity specifically designed for families with their first baby under one year old. A calm, organized Sunday morning activity.Perfectly targeted programming for the youngest family members on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
10FREE : This is a free Saturday event specifically for families with kids, taking place in the Valkea shopping centre. Expect changing themes, activities for children, and a visit from the mascot Roihu-Kettu.It is a dedicated, free family event happening Saturday morning in the city center.
: See the exciting stage adaptation of Tove Jansson’s classic story where Moomintroll wakes up mid-winter to discover the magic of a season he’s never known.This is the final performance date available for this popular Moomin show listed in the data.
: Catch a major Liiga ice hockey game featuring Oulu's local team, Kärpät, against Tappara. Little ones under seven get in free if they sit on a parent's lap.It’s a major Saturday night sporting event with a specific benefit for parents of very young children.
: This is the final day to see the meeting of two Finnish masters, Vilho Lampi and Kain Tapper, showcasing the power and depth of the Finnish soul through their art.This exhibition closes today, making it a final chance to see significant Finnish art.
FREE : Visit the library to see an exhibition that plays with money and art; the artist has hidden 1,000 euros in five-euro notes inside red books on display.It’s free, located in the main library, and the element of hidden money is highly engaging for older children.
FREE : This exhibition at Kotilo is designed specifically for children, inviting them into a welcoming space built around friendship and community.A dedicated, free, indoor space focusing purely on children's engagement, running all weekend.
: An ongoing art project giving local Oulu children a voice through their stories, dreams, and experiences of the city.It is a long-running, significant cultural project happening on Sunday.
: Check out Nordic and Estonian architectural projects focused on sustainable living and responding to environmental concerns. This exhibition is running through early March.It’s an exhibition focused on design and sustainability that is still running on Sunday.
: A powerful exhibition showcasing contemporary and traditional Sámi works, crafts (duodji), and soundscapes. It’s a major cultural event running through April.A significant cultural exhibit available on Sunday covering Sámi heritage.
FREE : This free exhibition features the artist collective nabbteeri’s work with invertebrates, encouraging viewers to sense the often-unseen life teeming in their local environment.It's free, indoors, and focuses on local environmental life, making it a unique Sunday stop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Oulu this weekend?
There are several free options, including the main event at the Frozen People Festival on Saturday afternoon (Feb 28) and the Family Event Saturday at Myllyoja Library running all Saturday afternoon. On Sunday, check out the Earworm Media Art Exhibition at the City Hall or the Mutant and Nondurable Exhibition at Photo North.
Is there anything exciting happening outside on Saturday?
Yes! The main event for the Frozen People Festival is taking place on the frozen sea at Nallikari Beach on Saturday from 2 PM until 10 PM.
What theatre/stage shows are available for kids this weekend?
On Saturday evening (Feb 28), you have a final chance to catch the family-friendly Moomin performance, Taikatalvi, at Oulun Teatteri at 6:00 PM.
