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Crowning of the statue of Franzen
In Franzen Park on 30 April at 12 noon
The Guild of the Humanities of the University of Oulu traditionally crowns the statue of the poet Frans Mikael Franzén on the eve of May Day. The statue will be wearing a student cap in Franzen Park. The event is open to everyone and free of charge.
Teekkarikaste "in to the cold water"
Åströminpuisto, Mannenkatu 1, 30 April at 2 pm.
The students' May Day traditions include a "teekkarikaste" (dip in to the cold water) for 1st year university students in technology, freshmen, in Ainolanpuisto. Traditions also include a sparkling wine picnic in any weather. Starts at about 14.00.
May Day Market
At the market square on 30 April from 10 am to 2 pm and on 1 May from 10 am to 5 pm.
The May Day market event at Torinranta opens the summer season at Oulu Market Square. In addition to balloons and liquorice, the Vapputori outfit is completed by a student cap.
Cassiopeia Concert
On the steps of the City Hall on 1 May at 11 am
This year, Cassiopeia's traditional May Day greeting returns to its traditional place, and spring chords echo from the steps of the Oulu City Hall on May Day. Free admission.
Teekkaritorvet wind band
Wappu parade 30.4. departure from Rauhala at 12 noon
Fuksiuitot Åströminpuisto, Mannenkatu 1, 30.4. at 2 p.m.
Joku paikallinen pubi, Valtatie 67, 30.4. at 6 p.m.
Linnansaari, Champagne Matinee, 1.5. at 9 a.m.
Rotuaari stage, 1.5. at 3-5 p.m.
Siisti Oulu garbage collection event in Mannerheim Park
Siisti Oulu garbage collection event in the center of Oulu on Friday, May 2nd, from 12-15! Come and clean up the garbage left after May Day together with students and staff.