Kuopio Wine Festival 2026

Kuopio Wine Festival 2026 will take place from 26 June to 4 July at Kuopion Satamatori. The theme is Portugal: food, wines, Vinho Verde and live performances by Finnish artists by Lake Kallavesi.

Kuopio Wine Festival 2026 will take place from 26 June to 4 July in Kuopio, at Kuopion Satamatori by Lake Kallavesi. It is one of Finland’s best-known summer festivals for food, wine and live music. The theme for 2026 is Portugal. Guests can expect dishes inspired by Portuguese cuisine, wines from the Atlantic region, light sparkling Vinho Verde, wine tastings, restaurant areas and an evening festival atmosphere by the lake. Each festival day combines gastronomy and music: well-known Finnish artists perform on stage while food and wine points operate in the festival area. The 2026 programme includes Nylon Beat, Benjamin, Sara Bee, Haloo Helsinki!, VIIVI, Aliisa Syrjä, Olli Halonen, Kake Randelin, Popeda, Samuli Putro, Tuure Kilpeläinen, Saimaa, KUUMAA, Vesala, Ani, Vesterinen Yhtyeineen, Samuli Edelmann, Komiat, Apulanta, Happoradio, Bändi Jukebox, Portion Boys, Kaija Koo and Elastinen. The festival is an evening event: gates open daily at 17:00 and the area closes at 00:00. Entry is available with a day ticket or a Super VIP ticket. Additional food and wine formats include buffet, wine tastings, Paint & Wine, Super VIP and wine rooms. Kuopio Wine Festival is an 18+ event. Before travelling, check the latest programme, prices, ticket availability and possible timetable changes on the official website or Lippu.fi.