Sweetest businesses of 2025

Restaurant and cafés

American Kitchen Free 330ml Coca-Cola with every order! Valid for all orders whether delivered, enjoyed on-site, or taken to go. www.americankitchen.fi/

Angus Steak & Wine All kids' à la carte dishes -25% throughout the entire campaign. www.raflaamo.fi/en/restaurant/lappeenranta/angus-steak-wine

Cafe Miku Refreshing, fizzy, and now 20% off – taste for yourself! All ice and bubble tea flavors are on sale for the sweetest summer in Finland! www.facebook.com/cafemiku

Cafe-Sanni At Café-Sanni, a free coffee with every baked potato meal. www.satamasanni.com/in-english/ 

Cafe Violet Cafe Violet – Finland’s sweetest summer with delicious treats! To celebrate the season, we’re offering families with children a 10% discount on cake slices enjoyed in our café or taken to go. Come and treat yourself! www.cafeviolet.fi

Café Lähde With the purchase of an adult beverage, we offer a refreshing summer soft drink for one under 18. www.hotellilahde.fi/en/spa/

Don Papa Don Papa offers coloring pages as entertainment for its younger customers.www.donpapa.fi

Gelateria Marina Vallongo Welcome to enjoy Italian artisan ice cream made in Lappeenranta! The ice cream café is located in the historic Tasihini House. In the idyllic courtyard, you can indulge in fresh gelato. In front of the gelateria, there are sidewalk chalks and hula hoops for the kids' enjoyment, as well as cute benches for the little ones. Children can also get a Tasihini House coloring page drawn by Heli Pukki. www.facebook.com/VallongoLappeenranta

Ice cream kiosk Galleria / S-market Joutseno /racetrack The Sweetest ice creams in town and DJ music! An ice cream-themed day is coming, featuring music.

Café Aino Aino’s delicious homemade lunch is served every weekday from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM. During the campaign, children under 12 eat for free from the buffet when accompanied by a dining adult. www.raflaamo.fi/en/restaurant/lappeenranta/restaurant-aino

Café Luovuus and Luovuus Summer Kiosk in Pusupuisto Café Luovuus is getting a little sister! The Luovuus Summer Kiosk in Pusupuisto will be just like its big sister — full of experiences and treats. This summer, 2025, you can enjoy creativity at both the café and the kiosk. www.kahvilaluovuus.fi

Café Majurska The legendary café in the heart of the fortress. Kids can pick up a coloring page featuring the foxes of Majurska House, drawn by Ideri artist Heli Pukki.www.majurska.fi/en

Kasinoterassi Kasinoterassi offers its own delicious meals for children. From June 1 to August 31, 2025, each child who dines with us will receive a free sweet treat. www.raflaamo.fi/en/restaurant/lappeenranta/kasinoterassi

Kehruuhuone Did hunger catch you by surprise in the middle of summer fun? At Kehruuhuone, we’re serving warm kids' meals all summer long – like meatballs with mashed potatoes and more. For dessert, ice cream! With every meal, our young guests receive a small sweet surprise. A full tummy means more energy for summer adventures! See you at Kehruu! www.raflaamo.fi/en/restaurant/lappeenranta/kehruuhuone

Keksi & Co Bakery and Coffee A Finnish bakery and café with an international twist. Coming soon! www.instagram.com/keksico.fi

Kesämäki Bakery We’re celebrating our 60th anniversary with changing 'Finland’s Sweetest Summer' campaign offers, announced on our social media – follow us to stay updated! Plus, kids get juice boxes at 50% off with any other purchase. www.kesamaenleipomo.fi

The Martha Association's Waffle Stand For children: stickers and a little cooking booklet. For adults: recipe booklets and the Martat magazine. Proceeds from the Southeast Finland Martha Association’s waffle stand are used, among other things, to support the everyday lives of families with children, youth, people with developmental disabilities, and the elderly.Thank you for shopping with us! www.martat.fi/in-english/

Pizza & Buffa At Pizza&Buffa Lappeenranta this summer, there’s a drawing corner for kids in addition to the play area. Our young guests will also receive lollipops, mints, or other small surprises with their meal! The Dessert Circus is available all summer long. www.raflaamo.fi/en/restaurant/lappeenranta/pizza-buffa-prisma-lappeenranta

Prinsessa Armada Take home a memory from the Sweetest Summer with Princess Armaada! We’re giving out ship cat stickers to our youngest visitors as a keepsake from their time on board, and dining children will also receive lollipops! Welcome aboard! www.prinsessaarmaada.fi/en/

RAX At RAX's pizza buffet, the tables are loaded with delicious pizzas, fresh salads, warm dishes, and drinks to suit every taste—served hot or cold. And the best part? You can top off your feast with a mouthwatering soft-serve ice cream. Come hungry, leave happy!
Summer special: Dessert table for only €1.50 with the purchase of a buffet meal. www.rax.fi/

Rakuunamäen Juhlatila Here, children can enjoy not only a delicious lunch but also fun coloring pages that take them on a time-travel journey through the history of the Rakuunamäki area. After lunch, you can head out to explore Rakuunamäki and search for the locations featured in the pictures. Rakuunamäki’s event venue offers a diverse lunch buffet on weekdays. www.rakuunamaki.fi

Kasino A generous lunch buffet is available every day from the buffet table for children at an affordable price: children under 3 years old eat for free, and children aged 3-11 pay 1 EUR per year of age. All food is prepared on-site from scratch. Restaurant Kasino is located in a beautiful spot at the Lappeenranta harbor. www.ravintolakasinolpr.fi

Wanha Makasiini Children receive a free soda or juice with their meal! Welcome to enjoy delicious food in a unique setting at the Lappeenranta harbor. Our dishes, designed with professional pride, include a touch of the Makasiini spirit – rustic, but not too fancy. www.ravintolawanhamakasiini.fi/en/

Rosso At Rosso, you'll find delicious treats that are sure to please the whole family, with a special, diverse menu for the little ones. There are always coloring activities for children, and a play area is available while waiting for the food. Balloons are also handed out! A warm welcome awaits you! www.raflaamo.fi/en/restaurant/lappeenranta/rosso-isokristiina-lappeenranta

Satama-Sanni At Satama-Sanni, children get trip juice at half price and cardboard crowns for free. www.satamasanni.com/in-english/

Sataman Loiste Children (12 years old and younger) get a Pingviini Puikko ice cream as a dessert for free. www.satamanloiste.fi

Satamatie 6 Children's small hot cocoa and children's small raspberry mocktail for 2 € per serving! www.lehmusroastery.com/en

s/s Suvi-Saimaa Child customers will receive a pirate-themed tattoo from s/s Suvi-Saima while waiting for their food. www.facebook.com/suvaisaimaa

Smiley Rolls We offer free activities for everyone in the idyllic Halkosaari. You can enjoy coffee and ice cream while throwing darts, playing mölkky, or even joining in a game of spike ball! We also serve a delicious breakfast in a peaceful atmosphere, so throughout the summer, all our toastie sandwiches are only 5 € from 10 AM to 12 PM. You can also borrow free picnic blankets from us. www.instagram.com/smileyrolls

Sotkunen Kellari We offer a free surprise dessert for all under 16 years old with the main course from the á la carte menu. The offer is valid at Sotkunen Kellari dinner. www.sotkunenkellari.fi/en

Tasty Food Cola 330 ml with every order in the restaurant, including online, at Wolt or Foodora. www.tastyfood.fi

The Kitchen Children receive a free ice cream scoop for dessert with á la carte dining. Welcome to experience a Lappeenranta living room. Food made on-site in a charcoal grill, prepared with the finest ingredients. www.ravintolakitchen.fi/en/

Tytti's Bakery No longer will you miss out on the sweetest park picnics of the summer due to lack of snacks or a blanket! Tytti's Bakery is expanding to the park, making carefree and delicious picnic moments possible! Grab some easy treats and a loaned blanket from the bakery, then head to the nearby central park for your picnic. There will also be a summer riddle for children. The adventurous Tytti cow at the counter has something hidden behind her ear, and a small prize will be offered to the child who solves the riddle. www.tyttisbakery.fi

Viipurin Golf With an adult buffet lunch, a child under 10 years old eats for free! www.viipuringolf.fi

Välimeren Kebab With a meal, children get a free juice box and ice cream! The offer is valid from June 1st to August 31st, 2025. We’ve been serving delicious kebabs with over 30 years of experience. Welcome! www.facebook.com/valimerenkebab 

Shops and shopping

Askaretta

Craftsman's Candy Shop! A wide selection of craft supplies and many lovely items for home decor. The campaign features summer-themed and delicious DIY jewelry kits for children, priced at 1–2 €. There are also other sweet surprises! www.askaretta.fi

Hobbitti

Stop by Finland's sweetest toy store. Our campaign offer is a small TY plush toy for 3 €. www.hobbitti.fi/

Ideri

Lappeenranta – my beloved beach!
Send the sweetest summer greetings with postcards by local artist Heli Pukki: 10 postcards for a total of 15 EUR!
Welcome to the cozy Ideri Art Shop, located in the 200-year-old Tasihini House foundation at Kauppakatu 25, 53100 Lappeenranta.
Welcome! www.ideri.fi

Pet supplies Posi

Find the sweetest and coolest summer products for your pet at a private pet supply store! Summer offer: Tessu chicken fillet piece 1 kg for 6.50 € (regular price 7.50 €) and 4.8 kg for 29.00 € (regular price 32.95 €) www.lemmikkitarvikeposi.fi

Keidas by Never Too Lake Step into a jewelry candy shop where the only challenge is choosing—every option is as sweet as the next!
Never Too Lake’s jewelry collection draws inspiration from the breathtaking Lake Saimaa, blooming gardens, and the changing seasons. If you can’t find your favorite piece among the ready-made designs, you’ll have the chance to create your very own unique earrings! We’ll craft your custom jewelry right in our boutique while you enjoy a treat from the adjoining Vallongo Gelateria. www.nevertoolake.fi

Käpälämäki Vintage

With all purchases over 150 €, you can choose a high-quality Käpälämäki Vintage t-shirt or a canvas bag as a free gift. www.kapalamaki-vintage.sumupstore.com

Reima Outlet 

Get an additional 10% off the final total on top of already discounted outlet prices. A wide selection of seasonal products available. This offer cannot be combined with other promotions/discounts. Plus, the Reima Outlet at IsoKristiina always has a coloring station for kids, where you can color or take a coloring page with you! www.isokristiina.fi/liikkeet/muoti-ja-asusteet/reima-outlet

 Sisustusliike K & K

Welcome to our cozy summer interior shop on Koulukatu! As part of K&K’s summer campaign, you'll receive a small gift with your purchase! www.sisustuskk.com

Taito Shop We sell handcrafted and small-scale industrially made products that are unique and in tune with the times — perfect as gifts or to brighten up your everyday life. We also offer yarns and DIY kits. Throughout the summer, children can enjoy delightful Lappeenranta-themed coloring pages. taitoshop.fi/myymalat/lappeenranta/

Tyyki Children can pick up a fun coloring page by Ideri artist Heli Pukki, featuring the Majurska House with its charming foxes. Tyyki is a colorful handicraft shop located in the cozy kitchen room of the Majurska House in the Fortress. www.tyyki.com

Willitikki Everyday luxury — a home decor boutique in the countryside! We offer name embroidery on any hammam or terry towel purchased from us (value: €7). You'll find us in a stunning old relocated stone barn in Hytti, Lappeenranta. www.willitikki.fi

Events and activities

Atrenaali

As part of the “Finland’s Sweetest Summer” campaign, Atreenali Adventure Park offers a special bonus: with every climbing ticket purchased, you’ll receive a pair of climbing gloves for free, plus your choice of a soda or an ice cream. This offer also applies to family tickets! www.atreenalin.fi

M/S Camilla 

Karelia Lines Oy is celebrating not only the sweetest summer but also its 40th anniversary. To mark the occasion, we’re offering free tickets for children under 14 on m/s Camilla’s regular scheduled cruises (maximum two children per paying adult).  www.karelialines.fi/in-english/

Drakkarsport

All equipment rentals 50% off for children under 15 when accompanied by an adult! www.drakkarsport.com

Floatti

Relax this summer while floating. At Floatti in Rakuunamäki, warm saltwater pools pamper holidaymakers. Bookings: floatti.fi. Enter "Kesä25" in the “additional message” field and enjoy a special summer price of €49/person (regular price €64). www.floatti.fi/info/

Hevoset Linnoituksessa & Lappeenrannan Cityravit
Free Family Event at the Fortress – June 6–7, 2025

The entire Fortress area transforms into an event venue, with the main activities centered around the old race track. You’ll find an event market, art exhibitions in museums, performances throughout the Fortress, a large hobbyhorse arena for children and youth, farm animals, massive agricultural machines, and live music for all ages. www.lappeenravit.fi/ravit-ja-tapahtumat/cityravit-hevoset-linnoituksessa/

Hotel Salpalinjan Hovi

Salpa Line Bunker Tour & Knight’s Coffee – Special Group Offer!

Enjoy a guided tour of the Rutola cave and other Salpa Line fortifications, along with stories about the history of Rutola village, located at a UNESCO Saimaa Geopark Ancient Finland site.
The trip ends with the delightful treat of “rich knights” (Finnish-style French toast) and coffee or tea.

Walking distance: approx. 600 m. Duration: 1.5–2 hours. Group size: 6–20 people (minimum charge for smaller groups: €100). Available: June 1 – August 31, 2025. Special price: €19 / person. What to bring: Weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy shoes. For the cave visit, bring a headlamp or flashlight – a phone light will do just fine. Inquiries and bookings: Phone: +358 50 336 0986, email: info@salpalinjanhovi.fi, website: www.salpalinjanhovi.com.

Note: Overnight guests who participate in the guided tour will receive a 15% discount on accommodation at check-in, if booked directly through the hotel’s website. salpalinjanhovi.com/en/home/

Sandcastle 

This summer, the legendary Sandcastle takes on a spooky twist – the theme is Haunted Castle!
Come and marvel at the incredible sand sculptures! www.visitlappeenranta.fi/en/Experience/Sandcastle

Joutseno College Art Summer

Joutseno Art Summer offers several public events throughout June to August, all open and free for everyone.
Welcome to enjoy high-quality concerts, interesting guest authors, and other performances! Events will be held at Joutseno College unless otherwise stated.

Tue 24.6. at 7:00 PM — Opening of Joutseno Art Summer with Mari Palo
Thu 26.6. at 7:00 PM — My Journey as an Author, author Christian Rönnbacka
Wed 2.7. at 7:00 PM — My Journey as an Author, author Anni Kytömäki
Thu 3.7. at 7:00 PM — Stand-up Comedy Evening with Ida Grönlund
Thu 10.7. at 7:00 PM — Entertainment Concert – Let’s Sing Together
Tue 15.7. at 7:00 PM — Recitation Performance by Actress Ella Pyhältö
Wed 16.7. at 7:00 PM — Setting Poetry to Music with Anja Erämaja and Tuija Rantalainen
Sun 20.7. at 7:00 PM — Song Week Teachers’ Concert
Mon 21.7. at 7:00 PM — Young Singers Scholarship Concert
Sat 26.7. at 6:00 PM — Chamber Music for a Summer Evening (Lappeen Maria Church)
Sun 27.7. at 6:00 PM — Chamber Music for a Summer Evening (Joutseno Church)
Tue 29.7. at 7:00 PM — Masters and Apprentices Concert Additionally, visitors to the public events can enter a raffle to win a €100 gift card for courses at Joutseno College. www.joutsenonopisto.fi/taidekesa

Children’s Concert 30.7. 

Free Children’s Concert at Lappeenranta Fortress Festival Weeks — Wed, July 30, 2025. Enjoy a fun-filled concert featuring Höpinätötterö, a beloved character from the Finnish children’s TV show Pikku Kakkonen, and the world’s hardest dinosaur rock band, Hevisaurus. The event will be hosted by Kristoffer Ignatius. www.facebook.com/events/1871386206958365

Kasinoterassi

Free live music Wednesday evenings for music lovers at Kasinoterassi. For detailed info about the performers, visit Raflaamo.fi and Kasino Terrace’s Facebook page. www.raflaamo.fi/fi/ravintola/lappeenranta/kasinoterassi

Lappeenranta School of Visual Arts (Lappeenrannan kuvataidekoulu)

Lappeenranta School of Visual Arts / Art Association offers visitors the chance to enjoy free admission to exhibitions at Gallery Linnoitus during opening hours. The exhibition also includes free puzzle and coloring activities, as well as an interactive station for children to explore and play.  www.lprkuvataidekoulu.fi

Sokos Hotel Lappee

Siiri’s Circus offers a fun experience right in the heart of the Sweetest Summer in Finland.
Come join Siiri for circus activities on Wednesdays and Thursdays in July from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM.
Location: In front of the hotel at the square. The event is open to both hotel guests and locals free of charge.
Brought to you by Original Sokos Hotel Lappee (Eekoo). www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/lappeenranta/original-sokos-hotel-lappee

Accommodation and services 

Hotel Rakuuna

Explore Rakuunamäki and color a postcard in a historic barracks building from 1912 — now home to the unique Hotel Rakuuna. www.rakuunahotelli.fi/en/hotel/story/

Livia Photography
Welcome to capture beautiful moments as lasting memories in photographs.
The studio is located in the charming Tasihinin House. Special campaign offer: Get two extra image files included with any photography package you choose. We also sell delicious gluten-free Lakrids by Bülow liquorice chocolates – come have a taste! www.liviaphotography.fi

Onnipyörä

10% Discount on First Service! We offer comprehensive maintenance services and provide a wide range of spare parts to keep your bike in top condition.Regular bicycle maintenance is an investment in your cycling hobby and safety. By servicing your bike regularly, you extend its lifespan and maintain its performance. E-bike maintenance doesn’t differ much from that of a regular bike — follow the link below to learn more about service needs and pricing: www.onnipyora.fi