News and events

The City of Oulu is organizing the World’s Biggest Virtual Company Visit for creative industries on May 5, 2026. The session in English will take place from 2:15 pm to 3:00 pm.

Fatema Jannat travelled 6,000 kilometres to Oulu, Finland seeking challenge – and found a home where safety, equality, and curiosity shaped her new beginning.

If you want to meet new people while playing your favorite board games, this event is just for you.

Oulu attracts international students, employees and their spouses by means of excellent educational establishments, high-tech businesses and good services.

IH Oulu, and Optimum collaborate in April to offer three English speaking job hunting training sessions in Oulu.

Join us on March 11 for a high energy session where everyone gets their moment in the spotlight.

International House Oulu is once again hosting a fun and free board game and networking event.

Villa Victor invites you to have fun, learn new things, and meet people through our free weekly events and clubs.

Libraries are the go-to place for borrowing books, but did you know libraries in and around Oulu often have many more services available for residents?

Are you new in Oulu or planning to move here? International House Oulu’s Welcome Office is here to support you and make your life smoother in a new city.

Join us to learn how you can study Finnish and access services if you’ve moved to Finland and are at home with your child.

The City of Oulu’s Education and Culture Services, together with the Oulu for All project, are organising a public hearing and discussion related to the service network review. This event is aimed towards non Finnish speaking residents of Oulu.