Oulu is European Capital of Culture in 2026 - and you can be a part of it!
Culture is everywhere in life – and now you can share your creativity with everyone! The European Capital of Culture year will be part of day-to-day life as well as celebrations. You can now suggest your own program to be included in the official Oulu2026 culture programme as well as apply for a targeted grant to realise your project within the Oulu2026 region. The aim is to enhance the diversity of the programme from the perspectives of creators, content as well as event locations.
We encourage you to bring your wildest ideas to life – whether it’s a yarn bombing, comics, street dance event, custom cars, perpetual motion machines, art workshop or anything else. At the core of our work is the culture programme built around a broad understanding of culture. All cultural creators, from organisations to individuals, can apply to become a part of the cultural programme.
Let’s show together that culture belongs to everyone, everywhere. Don’t give up on your dreams – be brave and apply!
