Changes and additions are possible. The program will be updated on the city's website.
3.-4.8. The Strongest Man and Woman Competition (Suomen Vahvin Mies ja Nainen -kilpailu)
Finland's strongest men and women will compete for this year's titles at Katariina Square. Learn more about the event format on the organizer's website.
This event is free.
7.8. Rakuunarock
Rakuunasoittokunta goes heavy at the Harbor Square with soloists Jouni Hynynen from Kotiteollisuus and Antti Hyyrynen from Stam1na.
More information in the event calendar in Finnish.
This event is free.
10.8. LPR375 Celebration Day
The City of Lappeenranta, OP Kaakkois-Suomi and Lappeenrannan Energia are offering a free celebration day for everyone. Welcome to celebrate Lappeenranta's 375th anniversary!
The main day of the 375th anniversary celebrations will be held on August 10th in the fortress. The celebration day's program is designed with the idea that everyone will find something of interest – there's something for everyone.
The program includes plenty of dance, theater, and performances by well-known artists such as Kolmas Nainen, Isaac Sene, and local talent Nuppu Oinas.
Explore the full program by clicking
here!
This event is free.
11.8. Movie Day
In honor of the celebration weeks, Lappeenranta the
Dream Year of Culture will offer three free film screenings on August 11th at the festival tent in the fortress.
More information coming soon.
This event is free.
14.8.Something totally different
In the festival tent at the fortress, you will hear a concert lecture on Pietari Brahe accompanied by a lute, jazz by the Grímsey Ensemble, and national romantic contemporary music inspired by Karelian traditions by the Dänkki Briha Ensemble. More information coming soon.
This event is free.
14.-18.8. Kumaus Festival
This unique festival, offering surprises in art music and entertaining music lovers, will take place from August 14th–18th. This event is partially free of charge.. Learn more about the festival on its website.
15.8. Marianne Day
Honoring the traditions of Finland's candy capital, Marianne's birthday celebration will take place in Pusupuisto. The event offers sweet treats for the whole family. In collaboration with Fazer, there will be programs throughout Pusupuisto and on the summer theater stage. The event will also feature food vendors and café services reminiscent of Restaurant Day.
The event is part of
Lappeenranta the Dream Year of Culture. More information about the event coming soon.
This event is free.
15.-16.8. Lappeenranta Wine Festival
More information on the event's website.
The event has an admission fee
17.8. LPRHC Fest - The Last Pit!
The LPRHC Fest, focusing on punk, hardcore, and alternative music and enjoying nationwide popularity, will be held this year as a one-day event on August 17th in the fortress. The program will feature a mix of punk, hardcore, spoken word, and small surprises, including a comeback performance by the local legend Kyre & Duunarit.
More information on the event's website.
The event has an admission fee.
24.8. Lappeenranta Half -Half Marathon
A half marathon and a 10-kilometer running event in and around the harbor..
The event is free for the public.
30.1.-31.8.Harbor Lights
The celebration weeks will conclude with the familiar summer closing event, Harbor Lights, which will be held for two days instead of one on August 30th–31st.
More information coming soon.
This event is free.