Inspiration for workplace winter events and Christmas parties - ideas and tips for the work team

In Oulu and the surrounding area, you will find a variety of options that combine a wintry atmosphere, delicious food and the best moments of togetherness. The options include both traditional celebrations and experiential experiences - relaxed evenings, active activities and unique experiences make Christmas parties memorable and provide topics of conversation long after the party is over.

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Taiga Resort's riverside ambience for meetings, parties and Christmas parties

Taiga Resort just 20 minutes from Oulu, offers the perfect setting for meetings, TYHY days, telecommuting and Christmas parties. The riverside ambience, local food, a lakeside sauna and activities in nature make your stay an experience of a lifetime. Christmas parties include party facilities, Christmas dinner, outdoor activities and mulled wine by the campfire - plus the option of an overnight stay. All packages are tailored to your wishes.

Arctic adventure in Kemi

Make this year's Christmas a memorable one in the Arctic. Kemi SnowCity offers an unforgettable experience: for those who book a Christmas table, access to the year-round snow and ice experience is included.

Christmas table set 21.11.-6.12.2025 (Fri-Sat 17-21)
At other times by reservation for groups of at least 30 people
For more information and to make a reservation Here.

Icebreaker Sampo offers legendary Christmas parties in a maritime setting. Combine the cruise with an exciting ice-skating experience and a shared dinner - and your team's party takes on a whole new level. Find out more and book: sales@experience365.fi.

Lappish experiences in nature

Lapland tours offer experiences for all seasons - headlamps in the twilight forest in autumn, sliding shoes in winter and frolicking on the sea ice. Alternatives include a winter fatbike adventure, a relaxing picnic sauna in the middle of nature or a cosy campfire in a lava with sausages and a warm drink.

Unforgettable sauna experiences on the Oulu River

Offer your work group or clients an unforgettable experience in the beautiful scenery of the Oulu River on a sauna board. A traditional wood sauna on the water combines the Finnish sauna tradition, the peace of nature and refreshing togetherness. Koivuranta ferry takes you to the middle of the Oulu River landscape to the traditional Finnish sauna culture, where relaxing hot springs, river landscapes and a relaxed atmosphere create an unforgettable experience in both summer and winter. In winter, the experience is rounded off by a refreshing open-air pool, and the ferry is also ideal for corporate and workplace events. Loan sauna is a traditional Oulu ferry in Saarela harbour. The sauna can accommodate more than 15 people at a time. The ferry can be booked privately for a group of up to 25 people at the dock or for a cruise along the Oulu River for 12 people. The rooftop terrace and indoor lounges offer space to relax, and the sauna offers direct access to the river - refreshing water in summer, open water in winter. In addition, the Hietasaari Outdoor sauna offers a modern village sauna experience just two kilometres from the city centre: separate changing rooms, a café, cultural events and the beautiful surroundings of the Oulu River make it an ideal venue for workplace events. Thanks to these venues, Oulu's meeting and party days will be taken to a whole new level - combining a traditional Finnish sauna with unique river views.

Christmas parties in the heart of nature and history - Rokua Geopark invites you

The Rokua Geopark area offers a versatile setting for a Christmas party - whether the team wants an atmospheric dinner, a special experience or a spa holiday. In Muhos Monta Nature Dream Days the charms of the Oulu River landscape, and Hartikka Manor offers a traditional party atmosphere. For a more casual vibe Hiding place, where people gather around a long table by the fireplace and prepare meals together. In Utajärvi Merilä Manor serves larger groups with accommodation and saunas, while Rokua offers spa pampering. Rokua Health & Spa -in a destination or atmospheric party rooms Rokuanhov. Vaala is the perfect place for an intimate celebration Café Pikku-Varis, where the warm atmosphere is the crowning glory of small groups' Christmas parties.

Christmas season in Syötte

The first Christmas parties start as early as October, but the season is at its hottest during the last weekends in November. The most popular days fill up quickly, so it's best to book well in advance. There are many ways to spend your Christmas party in Syötte - from the traditional festive evening to more relaxed options such as a wilderness-themed Christmas party in the middle of nature or a cosy cabin Christmas party with your friends.

The magic of Christmas in Hailuoto - Kujala Farm and Hailuoto Brewery

Hailuoto offers a unique setting for a Christmas party - the peace and quiet, genuine atmosphere and experiences of the archipelago.

Kujala farm - Kieppi Elämyskota
Kieppi is a warm and cosy hut in the forest, where fire crackles and togetherness takes on a new meaning. Suitable for groups of 24, Kieppi combines local food, nature and an intimate party atmosphere - perfect for smaller Christmas parties.

Hailuoto Brewery
The old brewery building provides an atmospheric setting for a brewery tour, a four-beer tasting and a delicious dinner. The pub's loft provides a relaxed setting for an evening with work or friends.

Hailuoto Brewery's Mallassauna in Oulu: beer culture, German-style flavours and experiences

Mallassauna is Hailuodon Brewery's restaurant in Oulu, a charming beer restaurant and event venue in the middle of the creative village of Pikisaari, just 500 metres from the market square. The restaurant offers German-style delicacies such as Flammkuchen, pretzels and its own ice creams, as well as beer tastings and brewery presentations.

The upstairs is ideal for corporate and private events - concerts, parties and meetings - and has its own bar, stage and meeting facilities. In addition, the courtyard saunas offer free sauna access (Fri-Sat, other times by reservation).

Exit Oulu - escape room experiences and Christmas cheer

Exit Oulu offers a diverse range of exciting escape rooms, perfect for building team spirit and having fun together. Choose your favourite room and invite your colleagues to join you in solving mysteries and puzzles that challenge both your wits and your teamwork skills.

As the festive season approaches, you can combine the experience with a delicious dinner. Exit Oulu's cosy cabinet offers a private space for a Christmas party, where you can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and each other's company. Two themed menus are available, and if Christmas treats don't appeal yet, you can also choose from a wide à la carte menu.

VENN and Amarillo - the best tips for Christmas and afterwork

Amarillon Sound Lounge offers a private karaoke room for up to 25 people, where workplace stars can take to the stage and make the evening a memorable one, while VENN afterwork packages offer a relaxed and delicious alternative to dining out together - easy to book for one, two or the whole team. Read more and book conveniently on Raflaamo's website.

Go Arctic experiences for the Christmas season - atmospheric spaces and activities for work communities

Go Arctic offers a wide range of experiences for the Christmas season and workplace parties - from small intimate dinners to large events. From the historic Villa Hannala, maritime From the Sicklehead Seelari and nature Hotel-restaurant in Liminganlahti to smaller, atmospheric destinations, such as I mothballed in the Emotional Dome and To the Koskikippar. Each venue offers its own unique ambience and the possibility to combine different activities - whether it's an elegant dinner, a relaxed team evening, a sauna experience or outdoor activities in the middle of nature. These destinations offer an inspiring and welcoming environment for every workplace.

Meetings and experiences in Nallikari

Situated by the sea Nallikari provides a great setting for work team meetings, conferences and leisure days. It combines high-quality meeting facilities, relaxing sauna experiences and breathtaking sea views - all just a short distance from the centre of Oulu.

Meriholsti
Meriholst's sauna and meeting room is suitable for events for 15-20 people. The room has two sauna rooms connected by an intermediate door and modern meeting equipment: 72″ screen, camera and sound system.

Restaurant Nallikar's meeting, banquet and sauna facilities
At Restaurant Nallikar you will find a good meeting room for autumn meetings and events. There are also two cosy saunas: a smaller one for 20 people and a larger one for 40 people. The sauna experience is topped off with a sculptural spa picnic on the restaurant's rooftop - a 7-person hot tub where you can relax amidst the sea and sky.