Arts x Beats Oulu – International Art Fair
Friday 4 September | Kulttuurilaboratorio (Pikisaarentie, 15)
Arts x Beats Oulu is an international art fair and a mini festival celebrating the creative diversity of Oulu. It brings together artists, makers, performers, musicians and the audience for a day where you can discover art, meet the people behind it, try something yourself and stay for the music.
The program is divided into two parts.
From 14:00 to 18:00, the fair is focused on families and children, with creative workshops, short lessons, and activities where kids and adults can make and experiment together.
From 18:00 to 22:00, the atmosphere shifts towards adults, with contemporary performances, arts and crafts, live music and DJs. The fair turns into a more relaxed evening gathering.
Artists are invited to introduce their work, sell their art, build visibility and networks, and share their creative skills with the audience. Visitors can discover new artists, purchase art and, most importantly, become part of the creative process.
The event is a part of Oulu Days 2026! More information can be found at : https://www.ouka.fi/en/oulu-days
The full program will be announced soonish! Stay tuned!
The call for artists is open!
We are looking for artists, makers and creatives to join Arts x Beats Oulu!
We are looking for people who want to do more than just display and sell their work. We want to give visitors a chance to meet artists, learn something new and become part of the creative process.
You can take part with a mini workshop, short lesson, creative demonstration, art co-creation or another activity where visitors can try, make and experiment with you. At the same time, you are more than welcome to sell your arts and crafts!
The program has two parts: 14:00–18:00 is dedicated to families and children, with activities suitable for different ages. From 18:00–22:00, the program shifts towards adults, with contemporary art, performances, music, DJs, arts and crafts and creative activities.
You are encouraged to collect a small fee for your participatory activities!
If you have an idea and would like to be part of the fair, we would love to hear from you.
Fill out the application form below!