Kuopio City Library is participating in Kuopio Pride! The event will take place on August 21–23, 2026, but you can already get into the spirit at the pre-Pride event at the Main Library. More information about Kuopio Pride can be found on their website: https://kuopiopride.fi/

Pride pre-party at the Main Library:

on Thursday, 20 August at 15:00–16:45 in the Main Library meeting room
A rainbow-themed badge-making workshop for children and adults. Face painting will also be available on site!

on Thursday, 20 August at 15:00–16:45 in the Main Library’s lobby
Information stands, Kuopio Pride and Pohjois-Savon Seta ry

on Thursday, 20 August at 17:00–18:00 on the Main Library’s upper stage
Expert talk: The History of Hidden Love
Author Heidi Airaksinen discusses her book Salatun rakkauden historia. The book explores queer history from the late 19th century to the present day, bringing to light life stories that are long overdue for recognition. Leena-Maija Rossi, Professor of Gender Studies at the University of Lapland, will be joining the discussion.

Other events:

Rainbow-themed storytimes:
– Puijonlaakso Library, Thu 20 Aug at 9:30–10:00
– Jynkkä Library, Fri 21 Aug at 9:30–10:00
– Pyörö Library, Fri 21 Aug at 9:30–10:00

Rainbow reading bingo for all ages at all library locations

Community knitting and crochet project in rainbow colours at the Main Library and Jynkkä Library

Kuopio Library Bike joins the Pride parade and park celebration on Sat 22 August