Lumottu Puisto - Enchanted Park Light Art Event
Visitors wander through an illuminated fairy-tale park filled with atmospheric soundscapes, smoke, and light sculptures crafted by children's hobby groups. The grounds feature wandering illuminated characters, LED fan routines, and live fire and light dance shows. A dedicated food alley offers an array of treats to enjoy throughout the evening.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Free admission.
Hours
16:00–22:00 nonstop; area performances 17:00–20:00; Soisalo dance school light-dance performances at 18:00; Karelian tulet fire dance at 19:00; food alley 16:00–22:00.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
A food alley at the end of Ahlströminkatu offers treats; no specific food or drinks are listed.
Parking
Parking is available at the courthouse and city hall parking areas along Wredenkatu, and at the Uimahalli Ilopisara and Navitas parking areas. The parking area at the extension of Ahlströminkatu in front of the city hall’s main entrance is only for people with reduced mobility.
Accessibility
Parking in front of the City Hall main entrance on the extension of Ahlströminkatu is reserved exclusively for visitors with reduced mobility.
Pets
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times and must not disturb other event guests.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Park at the courthouse or city hall lots along Wredenkatu, or at the Ilopisara swimming hall and Navitas lots, because the lot by city hall's main entrance is reserved.
- Keep your dog on a leash for the whole evening and make sure it doesn't bother other guests, as those are the conditions for bringing dogs.
- Plan your evening around the Soisalo dance school light-dance show and the Karelian tulet fire dance, since each is staged once at a set time.
- Save room for the food alley at the end of Ahlströminkatu, which serves treats for the whole event.
- Dress warmly for a November evening outdoors, since the whole event takes place in the open park after dark.
Links & Contact
Run by Varkaus City Culture and Events Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see in the park?
The park becomes a glowing fairy-tale land for one night. There are light artworks made by children's hobby groups from Taito craft school, Soisalo art school and the Mun Juttu art and crafts groups. You'll also find light characters and fire art, plus lighting and a soundscape by light artist Petteri Vaalimaa and his team.
What performances are there?
The Soisalo dance school performs light dances, and Karelian tulet does a fire dance. Roaming performances around the park include fire dancing, LED fans, Siru Flows and Lumikeijukainen.
Is there food?
Yes, a food alley with treats runs at the end of Ahlströminkatu for the whole event.
Where should I park?
Park at the courthouse and city hall lots along Wredenkatu, or at the Uimahalli Ilopisara and Navitas lots. The lot at the Ahlströminkatu extension in front of the city hall main entrance is only for people with reduced mobility.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome. They must stay on a leash the whole time and must not disturb other guests.
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