Spend Your Winter Holiday in Uusikaupunki – Event Tips for Weeks 8 and 9

In Uusikaupunki, you can enjoy a relaxed winter holiday in the cozy seaside atmosphere of a small coastal town. The programme includes culture, sports, music, experiences and quality time together – all within short distances. Whether you’re travelling with children, a group of friends or as a couple, you’re sure to find something just right for you – joy, inspiration and the very best 
moments of the winter break. 💙 ❄️ 💙
 

History Comes to Life in the Museums

Wahlberg's Museum House (Ylinenkatu 11) is located in the historic wooden house district laid out in a grid plan. The impressive residence was built in the early 1870s by Fredrik Wahlberg, founder of Uusikaupunki’s tobacco factory.

The rooms still feature original decorative tiled stoves and beautifully crafted ceiling paintings, and in the salon you can even admire the original hand-painted wallpapers dating back more than 150 years.

Upstairs, the exhibition presents shipbuilding, outfitting and merchant seafaring. Sailors’ sea chests, souvenirs, ship portraits and a captain’s navigation instruments vividly tell the story of the town’s rich maritime heritage. Younger visitors can play detective in the museum and complete exhibition-related tasks.

You can explore maritime history and bourgeois life from Tuesday to Friday, 12–3 pm.

At Wahlberg House Museum, the exhibition “Among the First – Women of Uusikaupunki in a Man’s World” presents 13 local women from the late 19th and early 20th centuries who were pioneers in professions that were officially reserved for men at the time. Such occupations long included, for example, organists and doctors.

Many of these women also pursued hobbies that were not yet considered acceptable for women, such as hunting or sailing. The exhibition is open during the museum’s regular opening hours until late March 2026.

Located on Autotehtaankatu, the Uusikaupunki Car Museum is open daily from 11 am to 5 pm. Across three exhibition halls, you’ll find more than one hundred vehicles – from classic cars to futuristic concept models, as well as motorcycles and even an aircraft.

A place of honour is given to Korvensuu (1913), the first Finnish car manufactured in Mynämäki. The museum also showcases the very first Saab produced at the Uusikaupunki car factory on 13th of November in 1969. This Saab 96 was presented to President Urho Kekkonen and carried the registration number EKA-96. In addition, visitors can see older Saabs manufactured in Trollhättan, Sweden, including the first Saab 92 registered in Finland in 1950.

The museum also features a restoration workshop and a museum shop. On display as well is a diverse art exhibition from a Finnish collector’s private collection, including works by Juhani Palmu and Pekka Laiho.

Unique and welcoming boutiques of Uusikaupunki attract shoppers looking for something special. Within a compact area, you’ll find a diverse selection of shops and products: discover treasures in antique stores and flea markets, refresh your wardrobe or hunt for a new favourite pair of shoes. There’s also plenty of inspiration for home décor.


If you’re planning to stay a little longer, Uusikaupunki offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit different tastes. Close to the town centre, you can stay conveniently in hotels or well-equipped apartments, some of which are located in charming wooden-house surroundings. For those seeking peace and quiet, a cottage stay in the heart of nature provides the perfect place to unwind. Explore the options here: visituusikaupunki.fi/en/accommodation

 
Uusikaupunki Youth Services are organising plenty of activities for young people during the winter holiday week! On Tuesday, 17th of February from 1–3 pm, there will be an outdoor sledding event at Myllymäki, followed later that day from 3–5 pm by a burger buffet at the Wintteri youth centre, hosted by the Uusikaupunki Youth Council. On Wednesday, 18th of February, the youth centre is open from 3–6 pm, with indoor games in the Areena hall from 5–6 pm. On Thursday, 19th of February from 2–3 pm, there will be a free ice swimming and sauna session at Saunalaituri Höyry, and on Friday, 20th of February from 1–3 pm, bowling at Hotel Aquarius. For more information and registration links, visit: uki.fi/en/youthevents.

The doors of Uusikaupunki New Church (Rauhankatu 3) are open every Thursday from 4–6 pm for quiet reflection, hosted by volunteers. At the same time, you can explore this striking red-brick Neo-Gothic church, completed in 1863 and designed by architect Georg Theodor Chiewitz.
 

On Wednesday, 18th of February from 6–8 pm, the Talviloimu winter event will take place at Käätyjärvi. A scenic ice trail of 
approximately 1.5 kilometres will be cleared on the lake, allowing visitors to skate, walk or use a kick sled along the route. The track will be illuminated by atmospheric outdoor torches, creating a magical winter evening setting.
There will be sausage sales by Jääkotkat, and visitors can also grill their own snacks at the designated fire spots. The event is weather-dependent.

Rairanta Caravan Area (Vanhakartanontie 216) invites you to enjoy a joyful winter day at Rairanta Winter Festival on Saturday, February 21, starting at 1 PM! Expect fresh outdoor fun, a great atmosphere, and the best treats of the winter season. The day offers a variety of winter activities for all ages, including ice skating, kick sledding, ice fishing competitions, dancing in ski boots, and plenty of other seasonal fun. Food and drinks available for purchase include pea soup, pancakes, grilled sausages, coffee, and hot juice.
Bring your family and friends, dress warmly, and come spend a memorable winter day at Rairanta. The event is free of charge and open to everyone.

On Saturday, 21st of February, hop on a bus and see the town from a new perspective. The guided tour Old and New Uusikaupunki takes you to the city’s main sights, charming wooden house districts and even past industrial areas, sharing stories from over 400 years of history to the present day. The tour offers an engaging overview for locals, new residents and visitors alike. Departure is at 3 pm from the bus station, and the tour lasts approximately one hour. The tour will be held in finnish language. Be sure to book your seat in advance via the Visit Uusikaupunki online store.

"Urkkis" Play Day will be held at the Uusikaupunki Sports Centre on Sunday, February 22nd, from 10 am to 1 pm.
Children are welcome to come and play together with an accompanying adult. Please note that there is no supervised or guided program on site. The sports centre will feature a bouncy castle, ball pit, inflatable tumbling track, pedal cars, scooters, and plenty of space for ball games and other fun activities. Participation fee: €2.50 per child.
 

Sauna & Snow -event brings a winter outdoor and sauna event to town on Saturday, 28th of February from 11 am to 3 pm. This free and open-to-all winter celebration invites everyone to enjoy sauna sessions, ice swimming and a relaxed atmosphere in beautiful seaside surroundings. The event area stretches between Santtionranta Camping and Saunalaituri Höyry, with visitors moving between the two on foot or by kick sled. There will also be opportunities to try winter outdoor activities, if weather and ice conditions are permitting. During the day, you can enjoy the sauna, take a dip in the ice hole, learn about sauna traditions from different countries at the Ukipolis tourism point, and listen to short talks about ice swimming at Saunalaituri Höyry. Food and snacks will be available for purchase at various stalls. The evening continues at Höyry with sauna sessions at the regular admission price.

Also on Saturday, 28th of February (time to be confirmed), UJK will face Lännen Kiekko from Säkylä in an ice hockey III Division (Group 6b) match. Tickets are €4, and free entry is granted to children under 15 and club members with a membership card.

Film lovers can enjoy the programme of Cinema Kuvala, one of the oldest cinemas in Finland, with a history of over 100 years. Today, Kuvala is a fully digital and modern first-run movie theatre. You can explore the current programme on Kuvala’s own website and conveniently purchase tickets online in advance. Don’t forget to pick up your movie treats from Kuvala’s kiosk before the show.
 

For Exhibition Lovers

A new exhibition opens at Kulttuurikeskus Cruselli on Tuesday 17th of February, featuring visual art from the 1950s to the 1970s. The exhibition includes works by artists such as Voitto Vikainen, Max Salmi and Armas Mikola.

Cruselli is open Monday to Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 4 pm, and on Thursdays from 10 am to 6 pm.

At Galleria-Taidelainaamo Horisontti on Alinenkatu, visitors can explore, in addition to the main exhibition, works by artist Reino Harsti. Horisontti is open Wednesday to Friday from 12–3 pm and on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm.
 

Located almost next door to Horisontti, Tuhansien tupsujen Tupsula (“The House of a Thousand Tassels”) is a colourful and joyful exhibition that delights not only craft enthusiasts but also younger visitors with its unique artworks made entirely of pom-poms. The exhibition also features playful animal figures, and the fun, fluffy creations have even spread onto the exterior walls of the gallery space. You can admire the works at Tupsula on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1–5 pm, and on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm.

Runonkulman Galleria and Pikkukylän Puoti (Ylinenkatu 38 B), located in a charming old wooden house, are open on Wednesdays from 4–7 pm and Saturdays from 11 am to 3 pm.

In addition to the gallery exhibitions, Pikkukylän Puoti offers a delightful selection of Finnish handicrafts, design items and art products.

In February, the gallery features The Lightness of a Moment, an exhibition by the owner, Mervi Levanen.
 

Delicious Moments in Local Restaurants

Food in Uusikaupunki is both delicious and diverse, served in a wide range of restaurants with their own unique styles and 
atmospheres. Many restaurants favour local ingredients, and dishes often feature produce from nearby farms and producers.

The restaurant settings themselves are often charming and distinctive, adding to the overall experience. Choose your favourite spot and treat yourself to a memorable meal!

 

The Joy of Exercise – The Delight of the Outdoors

At the Wintteri multipurpose centre, you can enjoy swimming every day of the week. In addition to fitness swimming, the pool area features a diving pool, a water slide, a children’s paddling pool and even a cold-water pool for winter swimming enthusiasts.

The swimming hall is open:

• Monday and Friday 8 am–9:30 pm
• Tuesday and Thursday 6 am–9:30 pm
• Wednesday 12 noon–9:30 pm
• Saturday 9 am–5:30 pm
• Sunday 12 noon–5:30 pm

The Wintteri café and swimming hall ticket office are open Monday–Friday 8 am–7:30 pm, Saturday 8:45 am–4 pm and Sunday 11:45 am–4 pm. When the ticket office is closed, entry to the swimming hall is available only with a season wristband.
 

Cold-water swimming is said to help keep colds away and strengthen the immune system. Winter swimming enthusiasts have 
several options to choose from in Uusikaupunki.

Located in Janhuanniemi by the sea, about 1.5 kilometres from the town centre, Saunalaituri Höyry (Pilssitie 23) offers year-round swimming and sauna experiences daily from 10 am to 10 pm. Sessions must be booked and paid for in advance via their website.

Winter swimming at Haimion vapaasauna (Haimiontie 351) is on Saturdays from 4–7 pm.

At Haimio Metsälehto sauna (Haimiontie 365), winter swimming takes place on Sundays from 4–6 pm.

Winter swimming is also possible at the pier in Santtionranta. Heated changing rooms near the pier are open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 am to 7 pm. Please note that the sauna there is not in use during the winter season.

At Vahterusring ski and fitness tunnel, the weather is always perfect for exercise. The approximately one-kilometre-long loop along the terrain track is varied, with elevation differences of up to 16 metres. In addition to cross-country skiing, Vahterusring also features a fitness track suitable for activities such as Nordic walking, running, roller skating and cycling.

The ski and fitness tunnel is open with an access card Monday to Sunday from 6 am to 10 pm. Customer service is available Monday to Friday from 10 am to 3 pm and on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm.

The tunnel also houses a golf simulator offering a realistic golf experience with a selection of 90 courses from around the world. The simulator provides an authentic playing feel and a fun way to learn the basics of golf. 

The availability of outdoor ice rinks and cross-country ski trails varies greatly depending on the weather. You can check the current conditions here.

You can also go skating at the ice hall during winter holiday week 8 every day: Monday and Wednesday–Friday from 12–2 pm, Tuesday from 10 am–12 noon, and additionally every Sunday morning from 10–11 am. These public skating sessions are open to everyone. The admission fee is €2.

Sledding hills in the city can be found at Leijonapuisto by the citybay, at Lasamäki, next to Saarnisto School, and on the hill of Wallila Manor. The sledding hills are not maintained, but when weather conditions allow, they offer great spots for downhill fun.

For more information on these activities and many other events, please visit:
tapahtumat.uusikaupunki.fi/en