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What’s on in Oulu in autumn 2026? Autumn in the European Capital of Culture year shows why northern darkness is an experience rather than an obstacle. From September to November, Oulu tastes, dances, reads \u2013 and finally the whole city is lit up by the glow of light festivals. We’ve gathered the season’s most interesting events \u2013 the line-up includes Oulu Days, the Irish Festival, Arctic Food Tasting, the Oulu Book Fair and the Lumo Light Festival. Mark your favourites in the calendar now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What’s on in Oulu in autumn 2026? Autumn in the European Capital of Culture year shows why northern darkness is an experience rather than an obstacle. From September to November, Oulu tastes, dances, reads \u2013 and finally the whole city is lit up by the glow of light festivals. We’ve gathered the season’s most interesting […]<\/p>\n

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