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
Fish Wednesday
Fish Wednesdays at Oravi Village Shop – July 2 to August 6, 2025 Smoked fish and fresh lake fish every Wednesday! Every Wednesday,…
Lasse Hyytinen CANCELLED
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.
The local one
On Friday and Saturday evening at 18-20, The local one will be entertaining everyone at restaurant Ruukinranta. Free entry
Make Karvonen Duo
On Friday evening from 20, Make Karvonen Duo will get the crowd dancing in Restaurant Makasiiniravintola.
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.
Northern Saimaa Karaoke Championship
The most beautiful harbors in Saimaa are looking for the best singer on the shores. Are you the 2025 karaoke champion of Northern…
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).