Julkaistu 07.07.2026 Potato Gallery 2026: Tyrnävä Night of the Arts Image: Tii Helinä Art On 8 July, as part of the Oulu2026 European Capital of Culture programme, Tyrnävä's historic Dairy District will come alive with art, culture and unforgettable experiences. Don't miss one of the highlights of the summer! At the heart of the evening is a unique communal dining experience that brings together local food, art and the joy of spending time together. A long table will be set along the atmospheric Dairy Street, surrounded by the vibrant cultural programme of the Night of the Arts. Suomenkielinen ohjelma / Programme in Finnish: tyrnava.fi/taiteidenyo Follow the event on Facebook for programme updates: 👉 https://fb.me/e/5CNtT3GFW Bring your own picnic, enjoy delicious treats from the pop-up food vendors or sample local delicacies throughout the evening. Food and refreshments available on site: - Kujalan Tila food truck – gourmet burgers - ChocoSomnia – handcrafted chocolate treats - Thai Grilli Oulu - Pikku Tropiikki – including Nepalese coffee and Vietnamese tea - Grilled sausages by Tyrnävä Association of the Finnish Pensioners' Federation – - Café run by local 4H young entrepreneurs - From 6:00 pm onwards, a licensed outdoor serving area will be open on Dairy Street, operated by Kurkela Lounge & Dine. Perunagalleria 2026 will also offer free potato salad tastings for the first 150 visitors. The recipe was created by students from Kuulampi Lower Secondary School as part of the Potato Challenge. The event is open to everyone, free of charge and suitable for all ages. PROGRAMME Dairy Platform Stage: KLO 18- DJ 80percent with an outstanding electronic music set throughout the evening! Read more PotatoLIVE! Stage: KLO 18 Mary Joan Read more KLO 19 Interview with Piia Rantala-Korhonen, CEO of the Oulu Cultural Foundation and author of a recently published cookbook, author Piia Rantala-Korhonen. Interviewer Elina Kemppainen. Read more KLO 19.40 Lumo Company - hoop dancer Hanna Moisala Read more KLO 20 Northern Musical Treasures Read more KLO 21.30 Lieteallas Read more Myllykirjasto: Klo 18-22 Art exhibition by Tii Helinä Art, Municipality of Tyrnävä Exhibition Gallery, Read more Klo 18-21 Mobile Workshop, Facilitated by Hilda and Helmi, Newspaper Reading Room Cheese Dairy Building 6:00–9:00 pm Library Book Sale (Payment at the library service desk) Tyrnävä Town Hall 6:00 pm ROOT – Percussion and Dance Featuring percussionist I-Han Fu and dancer Ida Remsu Read more Approximate duration: 45 minutes Potato Gallery 2026 × Potato Warehouse Experience 6:00–9:00 pm A traditional potato warehouse in Tyrnävä is transformed into an immersive contemporary art venue. Featuring works by: Moosa Myllykangas Leena Pukki Tii Helinä Art Jere Raappana Design Koivula Community Centre Koivula Community Centre 6:00–11:00 pm Sausage roasting for the first 100 children and young people Open art activities for all ages 6:00–10:00 pm Take part in the Sports Services activity challenge for a chance to win a small prize. The venue remains open until 11:00 pm. SanelmaArt, Muhostie 50, Tyrnävä 6:00–10:00 pm Art and ceramics inspired by everyday life. Tyrnävä Church 6:00–8:00 pm 6:00 pm Traditional hymn singing led by Anu Kanerva-Aho. 6:30 pm Summer Hymn Moment, beginning with a vocal performance from the church tower by a choir assembled by Janne Marjanen. 7:00 pm Church Concert – Songs of Praise to the Creator Featuring Emmi Muhola, Matias Muhola and Anu Kanerva-Aho. The evening concludes with a short devotional led by Matias Muhola. DJ80percent On the Dairy Platform Stage, with an outstanding electronic music set throughout the evening! 80percent, originally from Texas, United States, has been living in Oulu for 13 years and has become a familiar face in the Oulu DJ scene. He knows how to ignite a party and keep the vibes flowing. Love for deep kicks, melodic bass lines, and rhythmic drums drives his music selection. Known for his smooth transitions and groovy style, 80percent takes listeners on an electronic genre journey right from the very first beat. Mary Joan Enjoy an intimate live performance by Mary Joan at the Tyrnävä Night of the Arts. Performing as an acoustic duo, Mary Joan presents original music composed by Maria Iivonen, blending influences from R&B, neo-soul, pop and jazz. Accompanied by the exceptional guitarist Matti Salo, the duo creates a warm, soulful and atmospheric concert experience. Mary Joan has released two albums, Origin and To The 2nd Floor, and the evening's performance features a carefully selected collection of songs from both releases. Author Piia Rantala-Korhonen Join an interview with Piia Rantala-Korhonen, CEO of the Oulu Cultural Foundation and author of the cookbook Hyvää Oulua ("The Flavours of Oulu"). The discussion will be hosted by Elina Kemppainen. Visitors can also enter a prize draw to win a gourmet gift basket containing Piia's cookbook and a selection of locally produced delicacies. Entry details will be available at the event. Northern musical treasures Rediscovering the forgotten folk music traditions of Northern Ostrobothnia The rich rural fiddle tradition of Northern Ostrobothnia flourished during the 18th and 19th centuries but has largely faded from memory. Yet the region once nurtured an exceptionally distinctive musical culture, sustained by highly skilled—and often formally educated—musicians. Individual artistry and community life went hand in hand, giving music an important role in village life. The Sounding Treasure Chest of the North revives this forgotten musical heritage through fresh contemporary arrangements. Rooted firmly in local traditions, the project brings together folk musicians dedicated to preserving, reinterpreting and celebrating the unique musical legacy of the Oulu region. The project's musical director is acclaimed folk musician Antti Järvelä, widely recognised as an inspiring visionary, an expert in Nordic folk traditions and an accomplished artistic leader. Performers Antti Järvelä – violin Erja Pätsi – violin Hilla Kauppi – violin Viljami Pruiksma – violin Kristian Heberg – harmonium Lieteallas A high-energy live performance by: Maisteri Mätä – vocals Benito Pirkola – guitar Aadolf Saasta – bass Ari Hätälä – drums ROOT PERCUSSION AND DANCE Wednesday, 8 July 2026 at 6:00 pm Tyrnävä Town Hall (Kunnankuja 4, Tyrnävä) ROOT explores our relationship with our roots. Where do we come from? What do we carry with us? What remains when everything unnecessary is stripped away? Through a dialogue between percussion and dance, the performance journeys through memories, traditions and transformation. Each work approaches the idea of roots from its own perspective—sometimes deeply personal, sometimes playful, sometimes quiet and contemplative. Programme Alexej Gerassimez – Asventuras Mark Glentworth – Blues for Gilbert I-Han Fu & Ida Remsu – Lub-dub Nebojša Živković – Suomineito I-Han Fu – Spoon Fantasy I-Han Fu & Ida Remsu – From Winter to Summer Compagnie Kahlua – Ceci n'est pas une balle Duration: approximately 45 minutes. I-Han Fu – Percussion Originally from Taiwan, I-Han Fu is a percussionist based in Finland whose artistic work spans orchestral and chamber music as well as world music traditions. His particular interests include the cajón and the Indian tabla. Fu serves as Principal Percussionist with the Oulu Symphony Orchestra and performs regularly with orchestras and ensembles across Finland and Europe. He has appeared on several award-winning recordings, including the Grammy Award-winning album Kaija Saariaho: Reconnaissance (2024), and has received prizes in numerous international percussion competitions. Ida Remsu – Dance Ida Remsu is a Helsinki-based dance artist and multidisciplinary performer working across dance, music, sound art and visual arts. She has created and performed works both in Finland and internationally, combining physical expression, cultural heritage and contemporary artistic practices. Her work is characterised by a sensitive, inquisitive and highly accomplished artistic approach that naturally brings together multiple art forms. Tii Helinä Art Lumo Company Lumo Company: hoop dancer Hanna Moisala Potato Gallery 2026, Tyrnävä's contribution to the Oulu2026 European Capital of Culture programme, brings together the municipality's cultural programme, projects by partner organisations and the Potato Gallery 2026 – Putting Research-Based Potato Knowledge into Practice initiative. The project's aim is to increase the accessibility and use of research-based knowledge about potatoes among both consumers and professionals in the potato sector. The initiative is funded through the European Union's Rural Development Programme. It is led by the Municipality of Tyrnävä in partnership with the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), the Finnish Potato Sector Cooperation Group (PAYR), and the Oulu Cultural Foundation. The project runs from 13 August 2025 to 31 December 2026.
