What’s On
Oravi is a lively village with plenty to see and do all year round.
In summer, you can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities such as paddling and fishing, as well as cultural and music events. In June, the village comes alive with Midsummer celebrations, and throughout the season, there are troubadour evenings and local fish-themed events.
As autumn arrives, the atmosphere becomes calmer, but there’s still plenty happening. Oravi also celebrates the beauty of nature with special days like Linnansaari Day and Finnish Nature Day.
Events
Easter in Oravi
Come and spend Easter in Oravi!
The village shop and restaurant Ruukinranta are open.
First of May in Oravi
Restaurant Ruukinranta is open on May Day Eve and May Day.
Fishing Week
Finland’s top fishing guides gather in Oravi 2.-7.6. to offer unforgettable fishing experiences in stunning lake scenery!
Choose your style – casting boat or trolling boat – and join us to enjoy nature and expert guidance from seasoned professionals.
Nature church in Linnansaari
Church service organised by the congregation of Savonlinna, will take place on Linnansaari island. You may travel with a ship all the way from Savonlinna or Oravi.
Midsummer in Oravi
Traditional Finnish midsummer celebration with bonfire on Friday (weather permitting) and live music on Friday and Saturday.
Simeoni Julkunen
Simeoni Julkunen will be performing on Friday evening at 18-20 at restaurant Ruukinranta.
Simeoni will perform alone with guitar and Loopstation, and the show will feature Simeoni’s own production as well as covers.
Timo Haikarainen Blues Band
The Timo Haikarainen Blues Band is a trio who performs at restaurant Ruukinranta on Saturday night at 18-20 playing upbeat blues, rock’n’roll and blues rock.
Lasse Hyytinen
On Friday and Saturday evening at 18-20, a troubadour Lasse Hyytinen will be entertaining everyone at restaurant Ruukinranta.
His trubadour repertoire consists of cover songs, and includes a diverse selection of Finnish and foreign light music/pop/rock classics.
Make Karvonen Duo
On Friday evening, Make Karvonen Duo will get the crowd dancing. The exact time and location will be announced closer to the date.
They have a wide repertoire ranging from traditional dance music to more upbeat tunes, depending on the audience.
Traditional Fish Day in Oravi
The traditional event takes place between 12-16 at Oravi-house. In the event, e.g. fish processing demonstration, product presentations, raffle and various salty and sweet delicacies are also available.
Duo Vilja and Elona
On Friday evening at 18-20, Duo Vilja & Elona will entertain guests at Restaurant Ruukinranta.
Vilja & Elona perform a versatile range of music, from Finnish classics to international hits, spanning from delicate, emotional tunes to lively party music.
Jari Uutela
On Saturday evening at 18-20, singer-songwriter Jari Uutela will perform at Restaurant Ruukinranta.
Uutela’s music blends elements of pop, rock, and folk, seasoned with shades of Finnish schlager.
Peltone
On Friday and Saturday evening at 18-20, singer-songwriter-troubadour Peltone will be entertaining everyone at restaurant Ruukinranta.
He performs on a man and guitar basis and his repertoire consists of his own production and rock classics (mainly Finnish rock).
Finlands Nature Day
On the last Saturday of August we celebrate The Nature in Finland as well as spend the Sleep outdoors -night.
The best way to celebrate nature is to spend time in the forest. Bring your friends with you or enjoy your own time in the landscapes of Linnansaari National Park!
Saimaa Harvest festival in Oravi
At the Ruukinranta restaurant, a harvest menu will be served throughout the weekend. Local food products will be available for purchase at the Oravi village store all weekend long.
During the Harvest Festival in Oravi, there will be plenty of activities, including crayfish trap lifting demonstrations, a market event, a freestyle fishing competition by the dock, and live music.
Cruise from Savonlinna to Oravi and end of summer season party
Traditional end of summer season party on the last Saturday in September.
You can also get to Oravi from Savonlinna harbour by taking a cruise on m/s Elviira-ship (bus transport back from Oravi to Savonlinna).
