26 events for the next 18 months
festival(3 days)
A shared weekend for fathers and sons featuring camp olympics, outdoor games and sauna at a Christian study centre.
lecture(2 days)
In-person study weekend for the "Bible in a Year" course with four instructors focusing on the history of the Israeli people. Remote participation is free.
festival(3 days)
Bible circle weekend for the Sastamala region at Karkun evangelical institute, featuring shared singing, teaching, prayer, and sauna.
festival(3 days)
Art camp for adults and children at Karkun Evangelical Institute where you create paper crafts and origami together. Suitable for children over 5 years old with an adult companion.
lecture(3 days)
Christian research retreat for scholars and researchers seeking time for their work and reflection in the scenic surroundings of Rautavesi.
lecture(3 days)
The second part of the security guard course runs 9.-11. October in Sastamala. Training covers fire and rescue services, use of force, first aid and group tasks to qualify as a security guard.
lecture(3 days)
Weekend course on artificial intelligence and Christian perspectives. Led by Tommi Hakkari and Martti Pyykönen, who has trained organizations in AI use.
lectureA refresher course for security guards preparing to obtain new police approval. The course is held on Saturday 10.10 from 11.00 to 17.30 at Karkun Evangelical Institute in the Sastamala area.
festival(3 days)
Weekend retreat for girls aged 10-14 featuring Bible study, games, pampering, and activities. Led by Leena Ylimäki with guest Roni Samuel on Saturday evening.
festival(3 days)
A weekend for boys aged 10-14 at Karkun evangelical institute featuring games, outdoor activities, Bible teaching, sauna and swimming.
festival(3 days)
Kakkosjatkis is a course event for confirmands and their older siblings in Karkku. The event is aimed at those born in years -10 and -09, with registration closing on 26.10.2026.
lecture(3 days)
Weekend for couples under 30 at Karkun Evangelical Institute combining relationship education, shared activities and personal time. Full board from 93 euros per person.
other(5 days)
Autumn work days at Karkun Evangelical Institute: a communal work gathering with grounds maintenance, accommodation, and meals.
lecture(5 days)
A Bible course week at Karku Evangelical Institute exploring Lutheran faith and Jesus' parables, taught by Jukka Niemelä and Johannes Häkämies.
festival(3 days)
Mothers and Daughters Weekend at Karku Evangelical Institute in Sastamala 13.-15.11 with age-appropriate activities, lectures, physical activity and crafts for the whole family.
lecture(3 days)
A free three-evening online course exploring chapters 7-12 of the Gospel of Luke with experienced teachers via the Teams platform.
festival(3 days)
Weekend course in Israeli dance for beginners and intermediate dancers at Karkun Evangelical Institute. Learn traditional folk dances and modern circle dances with experienced instructors from Tampere.
lecture(3 days)
Oil painting course for hobbyists and beginners led by artist Tatsuo Hoshika, covering landscape painting, colour theory and personal artistic development over three days.
lecture(3 days)
Weekend course for active young people in Sley's youth work focusing on Christian youth work themes. The course includes full board and accommodation at Karku Evangelical Institute.
lecture(3 days)
A three-day dance course combining movement, improvisation and embodied prayer. The course is open to all, with no previous experience required.
lecture(3 days)
A Christian weekend at Karkun evangelical institute in Sastamala exploring Paul's teaching and Christian living through lectures, discussions and small group work.
other(3 days)
Christian silence retreat at Karku Evangelical Institute featuring prayer times, prayer painting, and silent sauna. Led by deacon and art therapist Outi Niemi.
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lecture(3 days)
Online Bible school studying the Gospel of Luke with three evenings of teaching and discussion on the Teams platform, free with registration required.
lecturein progress
A Bible course week at Karku Evangelical Institute exploring women in the Bible and the Letter to the Ephesians. Teaching from three experts, with accommodation and meals included.
festival(3 days)
A weekend retreat for married couples focused on strengthening relationships through conversation, teaching, and shared moments based on Christian marriage principles.
lecture(3 days)
A two-day beginner mushroom foraging course with Bible teaching and accommodation at Karku Evangelical Institute. Learn to identify edible mushrooms and prepare mushroom dishes.
lecture(5 days)
A week-long Bible course at Karku Evangelical Institute studying the Gospel of Mark and the Psalms, taught by Antti and Erkki Koskenniemi.
concert21:00Retropop concert at Sillien Rantalaituri in Sastamala on August 15 at 9 PM.
festival(5 days)
Sastamala Gregoriana is an early music festival presenting medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music. This year it celebrates its 30th anniversary under the theme "Tears and Joy - Affects in Music", with new artistic director violinist Anthony Marini beginning his tenure.
other18:00A dance evening featuring Hurma and Taikakuu at Ellivuori, with dance instruction, sauna and swimming, plus food sales.
