Let's dance at the Jyväskylä Picnic
At the Jyväskylä Picnic event in Lounaispuisto on May 16, DJ Arttu Seppänen will be spinning rock and pop hits.
Jyväskylä Picnic is the city’s birthday gift to its residents, and admission to the concert is free.
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Latest news
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8.5.2026Good Things Ahead at the Jyväskylä Youth Council’s Meeting on 12 May 2026
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8.5.2026The nature trail season starts in Jyväskylä with spring improvements
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8.5.2026As a result of the waste management resident survey, plastic collection will be increased
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8.5.2026Renovation of the Länsiväylä Bridge will affect traffic heading toward Hospital Nova starting in June
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8.5.2026Early Childhood Services is investigating pre-primary education practices in Jyväskylä
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8.5.2026Extended compulsory education will change on 1.8. 2026 – learning support remains secured
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