Finland’s first-ever Citizen Science Festival comes to Oulu in March 2026

The festival introduces the public to citizen science through interactive stations, where researchers from Oulu, Finland, and across Europe will present their work. At the Citizen Science festival 23 projects will present their research through part in fun activities like science bingo, games, and video showcases for all ages! Win a prize from completing your citizen science passport! The program is designed for all age groups, including families with children, students, professionals, retirees, and tourists. The goal is to make science accessible and engaging for everyone. Participants will have the chance to explore ongoing projects, talk with researchers, and take part in simple experiments, aimed at encouraging curiosity and public involvement in scientific discovery.

Finland's first-ever Citizen Science Festival is organized in collaboration with the European Citizen Science Association, the European Citizen Science platform, and the Biodiverse Anthropocenes Research unit at the University of Oulu. The 2024 Citizen Science Festival was held in the Natural History Museum in Vienna, and Oulu is proud to host this year's festival as part of the 2026 Cultural Capital programme. Come and learn more about how citizens like you are making a difference in Oulu and across Europe!