Puumala Event Calendar
Events in Puumala
Please note – information of these events may change, always check the organizer of the event for the latest information.
Activities, Sightseeing, and Tasting – Interesting Places and Events:
Puumala Shop is open on weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm. Souvenirs, Puumala-themed products, books, postcards, maps, and brochures. Located at the Puumala Town Hall Tourist Info, Keskustie 14.
Kino Saimaa – All movie screenings available here! School Auditorium, Kirkkotie 3.
Glass Studio and Sales Exhibition Lasiruusu open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, Niementie 1.
Atmospheric Kota Dinners by the Lake at Nestorinranta year-round. Sauna and hot tub also available for booking. Lintusalontie 1661.
Restaurant Hovi open daily. Weekday lunch from 11 am to 3 pm. À la carte menu. Welcome to eat and enjoy! Keskustie 12. Bingo on Fridays and karaoke on Saturdays. www.ravintolahovi.com
Restaurant Niinipuu in Niinisaari: hostess’s pie workshops (for groups by order), blueberry rye pie workshops every Tuesday (May–Sept) and by order for groups. Ylössaarentie 35. Reservations: www.okkola.fi
Sahanlahti Resort: Restaurant Koskivahti
Reserve your table at the scenic restaurant and check opening hours and upcoming events.
Restaurant Pistohiekka in scenic Lietvesi: on wintertime for groups by booking: info@pistohiekka.fi / 045 7835 4849. www.pistohiekka.fi
Restaurant Virta, Härkösentie 4.
Reko Puumala Local Food Market – local products directly from producers with pre-orders. Pickup at Puolukkatori in front of the town hall, Keskustie 14. Orders, upcoming dates, and more info in the “Reko Puumala” Facebook group.
Saimas Spinnery – shop open MON–FRI 8 am–4 pm, SAT 10 am–3 pm. Guided spinning mill tours for groups. Koskenseläntie 3. saimasspinnery.com
Hanhiniitty Workshop – blacksmith shop and store open by appointment. Forging workshops and demonstrations available by request. Ylössaarentie 84. www.hanhiniitty.fi
Liehtalanniemi Museum Farm – explore the courtyard and nature trail independently year-round (no winter maintenance). Ylössaarentie 205.
Puumala’s Krimskrams Flea Market, Keskustie 17.
Saimaa Canoeing – paddle on Lake Saimaa year-round! Guided tours, self-guided overnight routes, and canoeing holidays. Ylössaarentie 84. www.saimaacanoeing.fi
Guide Tiina’s Tours on Lake Saimaa – head out into nature’s wonders. www.spiritguidesaimaa.com
Lakeland GTE – activities on Lake Saimaa all year round! Try ice floating, electric snow scooter rides, or eco-cruising with a chance to see Saimaa ringed seals. LakelandGTE
Children’s and youth activities can be found all in one place at po1nt.
2026 Events
Tips for the autumn!
- Seal safari by Ecoboat from Sahanlahti Resort, private cruises in October (6–10 pers.), Lakeland GTE
- Enjoy the fresh air and stunning archipelago scenery along the Norppapolku Trail.
- Take a relaxing picnic break at Norppalaavu lean-to shelter and enjoy the surrounding nature.
- Watch the boat traffic on Lake Saimaa’s deep-water channel and look out for ships and timber rafts.
- Explore Puumala’s new library and cultural space!
- Blueberry pie workshop (book in advance), Restaurant Niinipuu
- Hostess’s Karelian pasty workshop (book in advance), Niinipuu
- Lasiruusu Glass studio, Saimas Spinnery factory shop
- Enjoy a ferry ride to Niinisaari or take in the spectacular views along the Lietvesi Scenic Road.
- Watch glassmaking at Lasiruusu and browse the shops in Puumala village centre.
- Enjoy the latest films at Kino Saimaa!
- Drop by the Saimas Spinnery factory shop and find inspiration for your own handicrafts.
- Savour delicious food at Puumala’s restaurants and stop for a coffee at a local café.
- Unwind in a sauna! Dare to take a refreshing dip in the cool water?
- Admire the boat traffic and the autumn sunset from Puumala Bridge.
Regular activities
- RIB Saimaa charter cruises
- Saimaa ringed seal excursions by electric boat; private autumn cruises for groups of 6–10 by arrangement
- Stories of Lake Saimaa cruise by electric boat; private cruises available by arrangement, LakelandGTE
- Learn to kayak at Taiga Outdoor Centre, Morning Mindfulness Kayaking and Pistohiekka Archipelago Kayaking, Opas-Tiina
- Nature days and excursions exploring the stories of Lake Saimaa through all the senses with Opas-Tiina, available by arrangement
- Daily self-guided canoe rentals for the Lieviskänjoki paddling route, Discover Saimaa
- Daily electric bike rentals along the Bridges and Ferries route and canoe and kayaking equipment rentals on the shores of Lake Katosselkä, Katosselän Kanootit
- Open blueberry pie workshop (1–8 people, advance booking required), Niinipuu Restaurant
- Traditional Karelian pasty workshop with the hostess (1–12 people, advance booking required), Niinipuu Restaurant
- A Day Learning from a Blacksmith (private workshop), Hanhiniitty Forge
November
Tue–Thu 2–5 Nov. at 10:30–16:00 Daily buffet, €10/person, Kamil-Puumala Pizza, Keskustie 5
Tue–Sun 3–29 Nov. at 14:00 Blueberry Pie Workshop – Open Group (advance booking required), Restaurant Niinipuu
Tue–Sun 3–29 Nov. at 10:00 or 13:00 Karelian Pie Workshop (1–12 persons, advance booking required), Restaurant Niinipuu
Wed 4–23 Nov. Saanhan silti rakastaa(?) – Exhibition at the Library and Cultural Centre. More information
Wed 4 Nov. at 15:00–18:00 Senior Sauna (no age restrictions) at the maintenance facilities of the sports field, every other Wednesday. More information
Thu 5 Nov. at 18:00 The Lapland War, Kino Saimaa
Fri 6 Nov. at 18:00 Mathias Sandberg Trio – Jazz Concert at the Auditorium, Kirkkotie 3. More information
Fri 6 Nov. at 21:00 Bingo, Restaurant Hovi
Sat 7 Nov. at 21:00 Karaoke, Restaurant Hovi
Sun 8 Nov. at 10:00–14:00 Father’s Day Brunch at Pistohiekka
Sun 8 Nov. at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 Father’s Day Lunch (table reservation required), Puumalan Poiju
Sun 8 Nov. at 12:00–15:00 Father’s Day Lunch at Koskivahti, Sahanlahti Resort
Sun 8 Nov. at 13:00–16:00 Pizza Buffet at Restaurant Hovi, every other Sunday
Sun 8 Nov. at 14:00 The Lapland War, Kino Saimaa
Sun 8 Nov. at 17:15 Nightborn, Kino Saimaa
Tue 10 Nov. at 19:15–20:15 Yin Yoga at Karhusali and online, Metsäsydän
Wed 11 Nov. Swimming Trip to Sampola Swimming Pool: Guided water aerobics. More information
Thu 12 Nov. at 17:00–20:00 Winter Swimming Sauna at Veeranranta, every other Thursday. More information
Thu 12 Nov. at 18:00 Nightborn, Kino Saimaa
Fri 13 Nov. at 21:00 Bingo, Restaurant Hovi
Sat 14 Nov. at 18:00–21:00 An Evening Under the Stars at Riimukivi Farm: Learn more about constellations and enjoy the atmosphere in the historic courtyard. More information
Sat 14 Nov. at 21:00 Karaoke, Restaurant Hovi
Sun 15 Nov. at 15:00–17:00 Family Sports Christmas Party at the Sports Hall, MLL Puumala
Tue 17 Nov. at 19:15–20:15 Yin Yoga at Karhusali and online, Metsäsydän
Wed 18 Nov. at 15:00–18:00 Senior Sauna (no age restrictions) at the maintenance facilities of the sports field, every other Wednesday. More information
Fri 20 Nov. at 21:00 Bingo, Restaurant Hovi
Sat 21 Nov. at 9:15 Puumala Family Week event: Swimming Trip to the Christmas Elf Swim at Sampola Swimming Pool in Juva
Sat 21 Nov. at 18:00 Wine Dinner at Restaurant Koskivahti: A culinary journey to Sicily and the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna
Sat 21 Nov. at 18:00–24:00 Karaoke Night, Puumalan Poiju
Sat 21 Nov. at 21:00 Karaoke, Restaurant Hovi
Sun 22 Nov. at 13:00–16:00 Pizza Buffet at Restaurant Hovi, every other Sunday
Tue 24 Nov. at 19:15–20:15 Yin Yoga at Karhusali and online, Metsäsydän
Wed 25 Nov. Swimming Trip to Sampola Swimming Pool: Free swimming / guided activities in the main pool. More information
Thu 26 Nov. at 18:00 Kaanon Church Choir at Puumala Church
Thu 26 Nov. at 17:00–20:00 Winter Swimming Sauna at Veeranranta, every other Thursday. More information
Fri 27 Nov. at 10:00–16:00 Puumala Christmas Handicrafts Shop opens
Fri 27 Nov. at 18:00–20:00 Christmas Opening Event at the Upper Market Square, Puumala Entrepreneurs
Fri 27 Nov. at 21:00 Bingo, Restaurant Hovi
Sat 28 Nov. Metsäsydän Yoga Day (also available as a weekend package with accommodation or as individual classes)
Sat 28 Nov. at 12:00–12:30 REKO Distribution – Local Food Direct from Producers, pre-order online, Puolukkatori (in front of the municipal hall)
Sat 28 Nov. at 19:00 Open-Fire Dinner at Pajapirtti, Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 28 Nov. at 21:00 Karaoke, Restaurant Hovi
Sun 29 Nov. at 12:00 Tomi Paldanius – Solo Guitar Concert at the Puumala Comprehensive School Auditorium. More information
December
Tue–Sun 1.12.–20.12. at 14:00 Blueberry Pie Workshop (advance booking required), Niinipuu Restaurant
Tue–Sun 1.12.–20.12. at 10:00 or 13:00 Karelian Pie Workshop with the Hostess (1–12 people, advance booking required), Niinipuu Restaurant
Tue 1.12. at 19:15–20:15 Yin Yoga at Karhusali and online, Metsäsydän
Wed 2.12. at 15:00–18:00 Senior Sauna – No Age Limit at the sports field maintenance building, every other Wednesday. More information
Fri 4.12. at 21:00 Bingo, Restaurant Hovi
Sat 5.12. at 12:00–15:00 Christmas Lunch at Koskivahti, Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 5.12. at 13:00–18:00 Riimukivi Christmas Market and a 19th-century Christmas courtyard. More information
Sat 5.12. Sauna Day , Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 5.12. at 19:00 Open-Fire Dinner at Pajapirtti, Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 5.12. at 21:00 Karaoke, Restaurant Hovi
Tue 8.12. at 19:15–20:15 Yin Yoga at Karhusali and online, Metsäsydän
Wed 9.12. Trip to Sampola Swimming Pool in Juva: guided water aerobics. More information
Thu 10.12. at 17:00–20:00 Winter Swimming Sauna at Veeranranta, every other Thursday. More information
Fri 11.12. at 21:00 Bingo, Restaurant Hovi
Sat 12.12. at 10:00–14:00 Christmas Craft Day for Families at the parish centre
Sat 12.12. at 12:00–15:00 Christmas Lunch at Koskivahti, Sahanlahti Resort
Tue 15.12. at 19:15–20:15 Yin Yoga at Karhusali and online, Metsäsydän
Wed 16.12. at 15:00–18:00 Senior Sauna – No Age Limit at the sports field maintenance building, every other Wednesday. More information
Fri 18.12. at 21:00 Bingo, Restaurant Hovi
Sat 19.12. at 10:00–14:00 Traditional Christmas Market in the municipal council chamber at the municipal office. Vendor enquiries: E-L Luukkonen, 0500 654 155
Sat 19.12. at 12:00–12:30 REKO Local Food Distribution – Food Direct from Producers, pre-order required, Puolukkatori (in front of the municipal office)
Sat 19.12. at 12:00–15:00 Christmas Lunch at Koskivahti, Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 19.12. at 21:00 Karaoke, Restaurant Hovi
Wed–Sat 23.12.–26.12. Christmas at Sahanlahti
Tue–Sat 29.12.–2.1. at 19:00 Open-Fire Dinners at Pajapirtti, Sahanlahti Resort
Wed 30.12. Metsäsydän Yoga Day (also available with weekend accommodation or individual classes)
Wed 30.12. at 15:00–18:00 Senior Sauna – No Age Limit at the sports field maintenance building, every other Wednesday. More information
Thu 31.12. at 20:00–22:00 New Year’s Eve Winter Swimming Sauna at Veeranranta. More information
Thu 31.12. Sauna Day for Everyone, Sahanlahti Resort
2027
January
Fri 1.1. at 17:30 and 20:00 Open-Fire Dinner at Pajapirtti, Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 2.1. Sauna Day for Everyone, Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 2.1. at 17:30 and 20:00 Open-Fire Dinner at Pajapirtti, Sahanlahti Resort
Wed 27.1. at 18:30 Municipal Cross-Country Skiing Championships, freestyle technique, at the fitness trail (weather permitting)
Sat 30.1. Sauna Day for Everyone, Sahanlahti Resort
February
Sat 6.2. at 15:00–18:00 Niskalampi Winter Swimming Sauna (advance booking; women 15:00–16:30, men 16:30–18:00), Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 13.2. at 15:00–18:00 Niskalampi Winter Swimming Sauna (advance booking; women 15:00–16:30, men 16:30–18:00), Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 20.2. at 15:00–18:00 Niskalampi Winter Swimming Sauna (advance booking; women 15:00–16:30, men 16:30–18:00), Sahanlahti Resort
Fri 26.2. at 18:00–19:30 Torchlight Skiing at the fitness trail (weather permitting)
Sat 27.2. Sauna Day for Everyone, Sahanlahti Resort
Sun 28.2. at 13:00 Cross-Country Skiing Relay Competition at the fitness trail
March
Sat 6.3. at 15:00–18:00 Niskalampi Winter Swimming Sauna (advance booking; women 15:00–16:30, men 16:30–18:00), Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 13.3. at 15:00–18:00 Niskalampi Winter Swimming Sauna (advance booking; women 15:00–16:30, men 16:30–18:00), Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 20.3. at 15:00–18:00 Niskalampi Winter Swimming Sauna (advance booking; women 15:00–16:30, men 16:30–18:00), Sahanlahti Resort
Sat 27.3. Sauna Day for Everyone, Sahanlahti Resort
April
Fri–Sun 2.4.–4.4. Winter Kayaking Course on Lake Saimaa, Saimaa Canoeing
May
June
July
9.7.–10.7. Saimaa Cycle Tour
10.7.–11.7. Saimaa Steamship Regatta in Puumala. The vessels will arrive at Sahanlahti on Fri 10.7. and at Puumala Harbour on Sat 11.7. at 12:00 for the public to admire.
16.7.–18.7. Saimaa Old Ships Summer Regatta at Puumala Harbour
August
21.8. Saimaa Swimrun & miniSwimrun
22.8. Saimaa Trailrun
September
October
November
December
Welcome to enjoy our events in Puumala!
Please contact visit@puumala.fi, if you have any questions.
* Rights to changes reserved. Please check with the organizers for further information about each event.
Would you like your event to be included in the calendar? Please send your event details to: visit@puumala.fi
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