Question of the Week: Home Preparedness

Do you have home preparedness to cope without electricity, water and heat for at least three days? The town organises an online residents’ forum about home preparedness on Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 17.00–18.30. Sign up by answering the Question…

Alerte invests in new facilities in Staffansnäs

Alerte is building new garage, storage and office facilities, as well as staff facilities, in Staffansnäs. The area will serve as a shared base for street maintenance, the construction team, property maintenance and sports facility maintenance. The new facilities will…

Autumn break in Jakobstad

During the autumn break, Jakobstad offers a wide range of activities for the whole family. The programme includes sports, crafts, exhibitions and guided tours. Sports Services programme Tuesday 13 October, 1–3 p.m.Ball games at Tellus. Free admission. Wednesday 14 October,…

Wellbeing day for seniors at the sports hall

Program for seniors, tips, various measurements and tests, lotteries and bingo, tasting samples and hand massage. Time: Wednesday 7 October 2026, 1–4 p.m.Venue: Sports Hall (Pedersesplanaden 8, Jakobstad) The event is free of charge. Welcome!

Energy Saving Week, 5–11 October 2026

The nationwide Energy Saving Week celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. This year’s theme, “Energy powers everything”, highlights the essential role of energy in everyday life, housing, transport, work, services and throughout society. The City of Jakobstad is participating in…

Association evening – city grants

Welcome to learn about the new grant criteria for cultural, sports and other grants awarded by the city. Association evening on 7 October from 5.30 to 7 p.m. at the city library.

Handle garden waste properly

When carrying out autumn garden work, please remember that garden waste must not be taken to parks or forests. The Waste Act prohibits littering. Piles of garden waste reduce the amenity value of the environment and contribute to the spread…

Events in October

Here are some of the best event tips for October in Jakobstad. 🍂20 Aug-15 Oct Till skogs | Mennään metsään, Tempus🍂2 Sep-30 Oct Rebecca Enlund: Halvvägs barfota, library | Puoliväliin paljain jaloin, kirjasto🍂1 Oct Sami Hedberg – LUPA NAURAA, Schaumansalen🍂1…

Question of the Week: The Town’s Economy

What do you think the town should do to address the debt burden? You have time to answer until Sunday, October 4, 2026. Did you know that you can see the result of last and previous “Question of the week”…