Culture and Activities for Every Taste
In Heinävesi, things happen year-round, but in the summer, the it truly comes to life! Come and enjoy high-quality concerts at the Heinävesi Music Festival, spend enriching moments at the theater or dance performances at Kermankoski pavilion amidst stunning rapids scenery, join as a spectator or participant in the exciting downhill car race from Kirkonmäki to the harbor, or participate in the Canal Rowing Event.
Heinävesi Canal Rowing Event
18.–20.7.2025
Along Finland’s most beautiful inland waterway route – the Heinävesi route – there are seven naturally scenic canals. Narrow, winding waterways, archipelago-like lake expanses, and old canals make this route, which is over a hundred years old, unique.
The journey starts from the shore of Valamo Monastery on Friday morning and ends in Kolovesi National Park on Sunday. It’s also possible to participate in individual day segments.
Welcome to the stunning landscapes of Heinävesi to experience an unforgettable outdoor adventure.
Haywater Festival
25.–26.7. 2025
Haywater Country Music Festival brings American and Nordic country music stars to Heinävesi for the first time on July 25–26, 2025!
The Karvio camping area will transform into a Yellowstone Ranch as Uncle Lucius, with millions of Spotify followers, takes the stage alongside a selection of the hottest rising stars in American country music, not to mention beloved domestic and Nordic favorites!
Tickets for Haywater are available at Tiketti!
Vauhtiajot and Venetians
30.8.2025
The summer season concludes with a full-day exciting event. In the Vauhtiajot (Speed Races), participants race downhill in homemade cars along a 1.3 km track from the church hill to the harbor. With an impressive 90 meters of elevation difference, there’s plenty of speed! There are separate categories for younger participants, as well as a fun category focused on creativity rather than speed. There are no participation fees or entry fees for the audience. The evening concludes with a music and light spectacle at the harbor. The Harbor Café-Restaurant Kermacotta is open all day, offering snacks and activities for children.
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