Last updated: November 22, 2024
Welcome to explore the Christmas events in Kemi! This guide presents the city's winter season events and activities that delight both local residents and travelers on the shores of the Bothnian Bay.
The pedestrian streets of Kemi's center and Täiköntori Square transform into a winter event area, hosting traditional Christmas markets and outdoor events. The SnowCastle in the inner harbor and the city's historical buildings provide a charming backdrop for winter activities. The freezing shores of the Bothnian Bay and the nearby city of Tornio complement the region's winter event offerings, creating a comprehensive Christmas experience in the heart of Sea Lapland.
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Kemi Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Opening 2024
- What to Expect
- Christmas lights and Santa's visit
- Description
- Keminmaan Joulunavaus is a celebration of Christmas at the municipal office. The event features Christmas lights, Santa Claus and his elves, musical performances, and open doors.
- Where
- Keminmaa | More Info : Christmas Opening 2024
Spice Girls at SnowCastle
- What to Expect
- Unique music performance at Kemi's LumiLinnan.
- Description
- Maustetytöt will perform at Kemi's LumiLinnan on November 1, 2024. The band, formed by Kaisa and Anna Karjalainen, is known for their hits like ”Tein kai lottorivini väärin” and ”Jos mulla ei ois sua, mulla ei ois mitään”. The concert starts at 21:00.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Spice Girls at SnowCastle
All Saints' Baroque Concert
- What to Expect
- Beloved Pyhäinpäivän concert offers baroque music.
- Description
- The Pyhäinpäivän baroque concert offers a chance to relax amidst the busy day with the sounds of baroque music. The program includes works by J.Hotteterre and J.S.Bach.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : All Saints' Baroque Concert
Väylä (Theater Performance)
- What to Expect
- A year-long story set in wartime Lapland.
- Description
- Väylä is a poignant narrative that depicts the world of a small person during wartime. It tells the story of a young girl who must leave her home and lead her cattle to safety in the west.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Väylä (Theater Performance)
My Wife is from Another Country
- What to Expect
- Farce of misunderstandings
- Description
- Vaimoni on toista maata is a popular farce that offers hilarious laughter during the holiday season. Janne and Helena, planning their wedding, invite their friend Risto and his new girlfriend Veera to their home. Veera is upset with Risto during the car ride and refuses to speak. The host couple begins to suspect that Veera is an imposter and the misunderstandings escalate. The entire evening is filled with confusion, testing the endurance of relationships, local history knowledge, and preconceptions.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : My Wife is from Another Country
Kemi Arts Night
- What to Expect
- Diverse program featuring music, dance, and films.
- Description
- Kemin Taiteiden yö is a diverse event offering various experiences in music, dance, films, and entertainment from morning to night.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Kemi Arts Night
Public Lecture: Opportunities and Obstacles for Cross-Border Cooperation in the Tornio Valley after World War II
- What to Expect
- Guest researcher presents thesis on opportunities and challenges of cross-border cooperation in Tornionlaakso.
- Description
- The event discusses the opportunities and challenges of cross-border cooperation in Tornionlaakso after World War II. Lapland University's Arctic Research Centre guest researcher Sami Pekola presents his thesis on the opportunities and challenges in municipal and regional cooperation.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Public Lecture: Opportunities and Obstacles for Cross-Border Cooperation in the Tornio Valley after World War II
Ihime Improvisers at CafeBarKino
- What to Expect
- Free admission.
- Description
- Ihime improojat CafeBarKinossa is an entertaining improv show where attendees can enjoy the evening without entrance fees.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Ihime Improvisers at CafeBarKino
Kemi Other Holiday Activities
Santa's Disco and Acrobatics Day for the Whole Family
- What to Expect
- Fun run and wish balloons
- Description
- The Koko perheen tonttudisco ja temppuilupäivä is a fun event where children and adults can enjoy together. The event includes a fun run, dancing, games, and popcorn. Santa Claus and the balloon twister will be there, and children will have the chance to make wish balloons.
- Where
- Keminmaa | More Info : Santa's Disco and Acrobatics Day for the Whole Family
Ghost Forest at Satamakangas Cabin
- What to Expect
- Exciting activities for all ages.
- Description
- Mörkömetsä at Satamakankaan laavu is a family event offering exciting activities for all ages. The event features beer and sausages, and all participants are rewarded.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Ghost Forest at Satamakangas Cabin
Nepsy Hut
- What to Expect
- Nepsytupa offers a chance to discuss with others in similar life situations.
- Description
- Nepsytupa is an event where people discuss and plan their lives. Participants can engage in conversations with others in similar life situations.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Nepsy Hut
Children's Park
- What to Expect
- Free play area for children.
- Description
- Lapsiparkki is a free event where children aged 1-7 can enjoy playtime on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Children's Park
Family Club
- What to Expect
- Joint prayer session and outdoor activities.
- Description
- Perhekerho is a meeting place for children and adults where they can engage in activities, play, and discuss.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Family Club
Forest Goblin's Twilight Activities
- What to Expect
- Mirror path and search for the treasure of invisible letters
- Description
- Metsämörrin hämärähommia is an event where participants gather at Kiikelin sillalle at 17:00. The program includes a mirror path and the search for the treasure of invisible letters. A flashlight or headlamp is a nice addition.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Forest Goblin's Twilight Activities
Autumn Library Chess
- What to Expect
- Rapid chess competition at Kemi City Library.
- Description
- Syksyn kirjastoshakki is a rapid chess competition held at Kemi City Library. The event starts on Saturday at 11:00 AM, and the first round begins approximately at 11:15 AM.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Autumn Library Chess
Open Meeting of Meri-Lappi Allotment Garden Association
- What to Expect
- The meeting is a community event where garden enthusiasts discuss and participate in community activities.
- Description
- The open meeting of Meri-Lapin siirtolapuutarhayhdistys is an event where garden enthusiasts gather to discuss and participate in community activities.
- Where
- Kemi | More Info : Open Meeting of Meri-Lappi Allotment Garden Association