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Koutsi public transport on Independence Day 6.12.2025

Finland's Independence Day will be celebrated on Saturday, December 6. Koutsi public transport will operate according to the Sunday schedule, but the Defence Forces parade held in the city center will affect routes. Visitors coming to watch the parade are encouraged to use public transportation.

We defend Finland together – national parade on the Independence Day of Finland in Kouvola this year

The Finnish Defence Forces will celebrate the 108th Independence Day of Finland by way of a national parade on 6 December in Kouvola. The theme of the parade is We defend Finland together. The review of troops will take place at Kouvola Finnish baseball stadium, and the pass in review on Salpausselänkatu. The Finnish Defence Forces’ and other agencies’ equipment and activity will be available for familiarisation at Sumulaakso. The events are free of charge.

International House Kouvola brings international services together

The City of Kouvola’s international services now operate under the name International House Kouvola. These services, centralized at the Kohoa Synergiakeskus, support immigrants in settling in Finland and Kouvola, and in employment matters. The services also support the internationalization of businesses.

My Kouvola – Event for Immigrant Families

The City of Kouvola warmly invites families with an immigrant background to a community event at Kouvola City Hall. The event takes place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from 5 PM to 7 PM.

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