The Opening of Jacob’s Days Is Approaching
The opening day of Jacob’s Days will once again take place on Sunday, July 19, 2026. An exciting week full of events will begin with Children’s Day in School Park, featuring a variety of performances, puppet theatre, and pony rides,…
Jakobstad’s Dog Beach
During warm summer days, pets also need ways to cool down. Dogs are not allowed on beaches intended for people, but in Jakobstad there is a designated beach for dogs, located on Gamla Hamnvägen near Kittholmen Beach. You can see the…
The Fäboda Bus operates until 9 August
Leave the car at home and enjoy a hassle-free trip to this summer paradise.The Fäboda Bus operates Monday through Sunday until 9 August 2026, with three daily departures to Fäboda and three return trips from Fäboda. The first departure of…
Town of Jakobstad Met Residents at the Evening Market
The Town of Jakobstad participated in the Evening Market held yesterday, 13 July. During the event, town representatives met with residents and summer visitors and gathered ideas on how Jakobstad could become an even more pleasant summer town. Several good…
Construction Work for a New Bus Stop Is Ongoing on Svedenvägen
Construction work is currently underway on Svedenvägen (Kytömäentie), where a new bus stop is being built along the road. The stop will be located on the left-hand side of the road when viewed from the town centre, near the intersection…
The Town of Jakobstad Joins the Evening Market on July 13
Representatives of the Town of Jakobstad will be taking part in the Evening Market on Monday, July 13. The Town’s representatives will be present at the glass house in the market square from 2:00 PM, while the Evening Market takes…
Town Hall Customer Service Point – Summer 2026
The Town Hall Customer Service Point will be closed during July and will resume normal service on 3 August 2026. For urgent matters, please call the Town switchboard at 06 786 3111. The switchboard is open from 8:00 a.m. to…
Jakobs Days 2026
Jakobs Days will once again be celebrated in Jakobstad from 19–26 July 2026. Jakobs Days is Jakobstad’s traditional and highly anticipated summer festival, bringing together local residents, summer visitors and tourists to enjoy a diverse programme, a welcoming community atmosphere…
Enjoy a Summer Day at Aspegren’s Garden
Aspegren’s Garden is open to the public year-round, every day from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Exploring the garden and its historic surroundings is a wonderful way to spend a summer day. The Aspegren Garden and Rosenlund Vicarage form a…
Miljöhälsan Kallan Photo Contest
Miljöhälsan Kallan Environmental Health’s new veterinary clinic in Bennäs could use a little more life on its walls – and we would love to fill them with photos of your wonderful pets! Do you have a pet? Send us a…