There are many reasons to choose Oulu on the coast of the Bothnian Sea as your meeting venue. Oulu is the centre of science, business and culture in northern Finland and the fastest growing city region in Arctic Europe, but it is also a warm city surrounded by stunning northern nature.
Why Oulu?

Congress at the intersection of urban and nature
Oulu's meeting professionals have long experience in organising both international congresses and large national events. The city's comfortable and functional meeting facilities scale from small events to large conferences. Short distances, a compact city centre, smooth transport and versatile accommodation make Oulu an excellent congress city.
Oulu will provide a unique stage for the congress, with an urban heartbeat, a natural atmosphere and northern hospitality. In Oulu, your guests get the services of a big city and the warmth of a small town in one package. In Oulu, a congress is more than just work: it's a memorable experience. In the winter, congress guests can marvel at walking from the city centre to the sea ice, or in the summer, admire the nightless night.


Oulu is its own kind
Oulu is known as a city of cycling, thanks to its extensive and high-quality network of cycle paths and keen winter cyclists. Oulu is also the European Capital of Culture in 2026 and with good reason - Oulu's culture is distinctive and soulful. Oulu is known for its original events, such as the World Air Guitar Competition, which has been held since 1996. You can also enjoy quality theatre, circus, visual arts and sports in Oulu. Musical events take place both in arenas and intimate clubs.
Bring your congress guests to experience unique moments in Oulu!
Tips for organising a congress in Oulu
Whether you are an experienced congress organiser or a first-time organiser, feel free to ask the Oulu Convention Bureau for help. Here are some golden tips to get you started in organising your meeting and congress.
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Nallikari Meeting and Catering

Frans&Camille Bistro

Oula Kitchen & Bar

Meriholst meeting room and chartered saunas in Nallikari, Oulu

Restaurant Rosso Shopping Centre Valkea

Taiga Resort meeting and banquet facilities

Amarillo Restaurant Oulu

Taiga's bundle

Restaurant Puistola's basement restaurant on request

Meeting room Restaurant Mallassauna

Saunas of Maikkula Manor

Go Arctic event production - Performers for productions

Go Arctic Live - event production

Koitelin Koskikippar meeting hut

1bar Meeting Services - Affordable and well-equipped space in the heart of Oulu

Taiga's bundle

Radisson Blu Oulu meeting and banquet facilities

Koitel's Mood Room - programme and meeting services

Maikkula's Manor restaurant

Go Arctic meeting services - Hietasaari Seelari

Go Arctic event production - Thematic celebrations

Oulu Climbing Centre

Hotel Lasaretti, meeting and banqueting facilities

Lapland Hotels Oulu meeting, congress and banquet facilities

Meeting and party services Original Sokos Hotel Arina Oulu

Meeting day at Maikkula Manor

Restaurant Mallassauna

SuperPark Restaurant

Meeting and event space Loppula in Sanginjoki

Go Arctic - meeting facilities and services

De Gamlas Hem meetings and parties

Restaurant Toivo, breakfast and takeaway restaurant

Veranta breakfast and takeaway restaurant

Sound Lounge - karaoke room

