Winter Holiday in Pori

Winter Holiday in Yyteri

This year, Yyteri offers an unforgettable, activity-packed winter holiday for the whole family! The stunning natural landscapes provide the perfect setting for relaxation and adventure. The City of Pori and local businesses have put together a diverse program for the winter holiday season, running from February 15 to March 2, full of fun and experiences for all ages.

Feel the thrill of sledding at Keisarinpankki hill, ski along the beach and through the forests, or explore the hiking trails. You can easily prepare your picnic at the designated campfire sites. End the day with a seaside dinner or by unwinding in the spa’s bubbling pools.

Check out the program here and come enjoy the delights of winter by the sea!

Indoor and Outdoor Activities

For those who love active holidays, Pori offers diverse opportunities for winter sports. And if the snow doesn’t cooperate, no worries! Take a dip in the swimming halls or plunge into the open-air swimming pool.

What’s a winter holiday without skiing? Ski trails can be found near the city center and along the seaside in Yyteri. You can check the latest trail conditions here.

Kirjurinluoto, Pori’s central park, is a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts and families. Best of all, it’s just steps away from the city center. The giant Pelle Hermanni playground is open even in winter. Weather permitting, you can ski in Kirjurinluoto, and the park has a campfire site for a cozy lunch break during your outdoor adventure.

The spa-like Pori central swimming hall offers more than just traditional pools, including a diving pool, cold pool, jacuzzi, and water slide. The Meri-Pori swimming hall also welcomes holiday-goers.

At the Pori open-air swimming pool, you can enjoy cold-water swimming on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3 PM to 8 PM. Fridays also feature a quiet sauna session from 5 PM to 8 PM.

For thrill-seekers, we recommend RUOSNIEMI SKI ski center! The slopes are perfect for the whole family, with additional sledding hills and ski trails available.

Activities in Museums

Starting from 2025, all visitors under 18 and students can enjoy free entry to Pori’s museums! The museums offer plenty of activities for children, too. At the Satakunta Museum, you can take part in the Auta Vienoa adventure game. At the Pori Art Museum, you can grab a small activity booklet for your exhibition tour and stop by the Do It Yourself! workspace. At the Ark Nature Centre, you can play nature-themed board games and puzzles. Inspired by The Designers of Pori exhibition at the Rosenlew Museum, young visitors can unleash their creativity with coloring. Check out the museums’ winter holiday workshop schedule here (in Finnish).

• Satakunta Museum explores the history of Satakunta and Pori across three floors.
• The Ark Nature Centre brings nature experiences conveniently to the city center.
• Rosenlew Museum showcases local industrial history in an atmospheric setting.
• The Korsman House offers a time-travel experience back to 1951.
• Pori Art Museum reopens after renovations, just in time for winter holiday visitors.

At all museums, you can borrow a Tähtihetkiä backpack designed for kids aged 3–10. Each museum’s backpack is filled with different tools for observing exhibits and enjoying a fun museum experience. The backpacks are free to borrow during your visit.

Winter Holiday Art Experiences for Families

At the Kruunupää Centre for Children´s Culture, a variety of art workshops are offered for families, starting with the charming Malone dog as the drawing model. In addition, the Kruunupää gallery is open to all visitors from Tuesday to Thursday, 12 PM to 2 PM. The exhibitions include Iloista roskaväkeä (Happy Trash People) by visual artist Jaakko Tornberg, Pieniä tarinoita (Small Stories) by visual artist Annina Jansson, and the video art piece Vauvan taidekokemus (Baby’s Art Experience).

Kruunupää Art Workshops:

• Feb 17: Dog Croquis (Pre-registration required!)
• Feb 18: Jewelry Magpie
• Feb 19: Explorer’s Handbook
• Feb 20: Color Bath (Pre-registration required!)
• Feb 28: Jewelry Magpie

Tips for Families

• The Koivuniemen Herra MuuMaa -countryside theme park – Experience authentic and unpretentious rural life at the MuuMaa theme park!
• Naurava Lohikäärme – A family-friendly prehistory exhibition center in Eura, perfect for all ages.
• Ultra Action Park – The region’s largest trampoline, gymnastics, and parkour area, along with several game arenas.
• Shopping Centre Puuvilla – The largest shopping center in Satakunta, ensuring enjoyment for the whole family.

Events for the Whole Family

• February 18: Board Game Night at Pori Main Library
• February 20: Mini-Pitkis is a diverse sports day for children, youth, and families, organized by LiikU ry at Pori Sports Hall
• February 23: Lasten Liikuntamaa (Children’s Sports Land) is a energetic and varied family sports event at Karhuhalli.

Events for a More Mature Taste

• February 28: Jarkko Ahola – Primavera – The charismatic rock tenor embarks on an acoustic tour across Finland in February.
• March 1: Atomirotta – Known for their high-energy live shows, Atomirotta kicks off March at Kehräämö!    
• March 1: Saimaa: vol 6. and vol 7. – The critically acclaimed and audience-loved Saimaa embarks on their first concert hall tour.

The article will be updated as new events are announced.