THURSDAY 25.7.
Events marked in yellow in the program are particularly suitable for families with children. Children are also welcome to other events unless an age limit is specifically indicated.
10.00–15.00
10.00–14.00 Handicraft workshop for children
A non-stop workshop for children where they can craft and try different handicraft techniques. Free admission.
Outbuilding in Marela’s inner courtyard, Kauppakatu 24
More information: Rauma Cultural Services
10.00–14.00 Lace café
In the café, you can try making tatted lace. Tools and materials are available for borrowing. Members of the Tatting Association will be present to guide you. Free admission.
Outbuilding of Kontio Café, Kuninkaankatu 9
More information: hallitus@kapypitsiyhdistys.fi
10.00–15.00 Jewelry party
Come design your own unique, domestic designer earrings with your own twist! You design, we assemble – fun and effortless! The price is determined by the parts used, starting at 22 €.
Mummola, Isoraastuvankatu 8
More information: kangas.roosa@outlook.com
10.00–16.00 Conservation demonstration in Marela’s carriage shed
Rauma Museum’s conservator Elzbieta Djupsjöbacka is conserving an object from the museum’s collection and will talk about her work with the collections. Free admission.
Marela’s inner courtyard carriage shed, Kauppakatu 24
More information: Rauma museum
10.00–17.00 Lace-making in Marela and Kirsti museums
During Lace Week, is an opportunity to see Rauma bobbin lace being made daily at Marela and Kirsti. The entrance fee is 10€ for adults, which includes access to Marela, Kirsti, and the Rauma Art Museum. Reduced tickets are 7€, and free entry for under 18.
Kirsti, Pohjankatu 3
Marela, Kauppakatu 24
More information and tickets: Rauma museum
10.00–18.00 Lace Week open yards and yard sales
During Lace Week, over 30 residents of Old Rauma will open their yards to visitors. The residents will hold yard sales or allow visitors to explore their yards as they are. The yards are open according to the residents’ schedules, usually from 10.00 to 18.00.
A map of the open yards and yard sales will be published closer to Lace Week.
More information: Vanha Rauma Association
10.00–20.00 International Grand Markets
The event features 140 entrepreneurs from over 30 countries and various regions of Finland, showcasing their specialty products. There will be amazing international food stalls, handicrafts, and textile. There will also be a funfair for children in the area.
More information: International Grand Markets
10.30 Maid or farmhand day – Interactive tour for children (FIN)
Note! This tour is in Finnish.
Maid or Farmhand Day is an interactive tour for young children, where they can learn about old-fashioned household chores and games at the sailor’s home, Kirsti. Free admission. The tour lasts about 40 minutes and can accommodate 10 children. No advance registration required.
Sailor’s Home Kirsti, Pohjankatu 3
More information: Rauma museum
11.00–18.00 Rauma Martha Association’s traditional food café
The traditional café of the Rauma Martha Association, where you can enjoy picnic-style delicacies either sitting at a table on chairs or under the trees, even on mats.
The courtyard of the Church of the Holy Cross in Rauma, Luostarinkatu 1
More information: raumanmarttayhdistysry@gmail.com
12.00 Midday music moment
Timo Kettula, oboe and Saara Kukko, organ. Free admission.
Church of the Holy Cross, Luostarinkatu 1
More information: Rauma Parish, saara.kukko@evl.fi
12.30 Stop motion! Animation workshop for all ages
The stop motion animation workshop is open to all ages, with children preferably accompanied by an adult. The workshop utilizes smartphones, and after learning the technique, participants can easily continue making animations at home. The workshop lasts approximately 2 hours.
The workshop is facilitated by: Author and visual artist Suvi Nurmi (FIN) and multidisciplinary artist and director Roscha A. Säidow (GER).
Pre-registration is not necessary, but it can secure a spot in the workshop. By registering in advance, participants will receive information about an app that should be downloaded on their device before the workshop starts. The workshop will be conducted in both Finnish and English.
No age limit, young children should be accompanied by an adult. The workshop is limited to 15 participants and is free of charge.
Blacksmith’s house (Sepän talo), Alfredinkatu 3
More information and pre-registration: nurmisuvi@gmail.com
14.00 Guided tour at the Rauma Art Museum
Curator Taina Myllyharju introduces Jarmo Mäkilä’s exhibition ‘Boy’. She shares the background stories and events related to the artworks, which are also connected to the autobiographical book of the same name to be published alongside the exhibition
Rauma Art Museum, Kuninkaankatu 37
More information: Rauma Art Museum
14.00 Guided bus tour to the Sammallahdenmäki UNESCO World Heritage Site
Sammallahdenmäki was the first archaeological site in Finland to be selected for UNESCO’s World Heritage List. It is located in Lappi Village, about 20 km from the center of Rauma. Sammallahdenmäki is situated in the middle of the forest, so exploration is always on foot. The guide leads the group along forest paths to this ancient site preserved from the Bronze Age. Within an area of less than a kilometer, there are 36 different shaped and sized burial cairns. Stories enliven the guidance, and the silence of the forest and nature enchant. Language: Finnish/English.
The excursion price includes guided tour and bus transportation from Rauma center to Sammallahdenmäki and back.
Duration: Return to Rauma around 16.15, guidance approximately 1 hour.
Price: 10 €/person, under 15 years free. The price of the excursion includes bus transportation from Rauma bus station to Sammallahdenmäki and back. Guidance takes place at Sammallahdenmäki.
Note: Dress according to the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes, not suitable for those with mobility limitations.
Departure: Long-distance bus station (Tallikedonkatu 13), charter traffic platform
Tickets: Rauma city online shop
14.00–17.00 Family picnic
Welcome to a gentle family picnic! During the picnic, there will be activities such as raffles and a nature immersion experience for babies. The event features non-stop photography sessions by Jonnakphotograph and Fascia method at 15.00, led by Kati Huttunen. Juice and some sweet treats will be provided. The event is free, but there’s a small participation fee for photography sessions and the Fascia method.
Katariinanpuisto, next to the Old Church Ruins
15.00–22.00
15.00 Knitting picnic
Welcome to come and do crafts and socialize! Bring your own craft, snacks, and a seat cushion.
In the park of the Church of the Holy Cross, address: Luostarinkatu 1
More information: ploosippa@gmail.com
15.00 Little book of fears – Theatre performance for children (FIN)
Note! This event is in Finnish.
Based on Mauri Kunnas’s book of the same name, this children’s theater performance by Teatteri Konna doesn’t aim to scare anyone unnecessarily but rather provides a safe exploration of different fears and anxieties, accompanied by gentle humor.
Performance is recommended for children over 3 years old and lasts approximately 30 minutes. Free admission.
Savilanpuisto park
More information: Rauma Cultural Services
15.30 Maid or farmhand day – Interactive tour for children (FIN)
Note! This tour is in Finnish.
Maid or Farmhand Day is an interactive tour for young children, where they can learn about old-fashioned household chores and games at the sailor’s home, Kirsti. Free admission. The tour lasts about 40 minutes and can accommodate 10 children. No advance registration required.
Sailor’s Home Kirsti, Pohjankatu 3
More information: Rauma museum
16.00 Christmas in Lace Town: bingo for the whole family
Come and play bingo in a festive atmosphere! There will be Rauma-themed prizes for the winners.
Rauma Market Square
More information: Christmas in Lace Town
16.00–20.00 Evening market and live music
Enjoy sales points, flea market tables, and a sunny market atmosphere. The music will be provided by Anzu and Peltonen. The schedule will be specified during the summer.
Rauma Market Square
More information: Rakastunut Raumaan and Luanista Oy
Inquiries about sales spots: Rauma Market Supervisor, tel. 040 824 6400
17.00 Live music in Savila park – Vilja ja Venla
Vilja and Venla’s Summer Journey – Atmospheric summer covers.
Savilanpuisto park
More information: Rauma Cultural Services
17.00 Community singing event at the Market Square
A daily community singing event taking place at the market square throughout Lace Week.
Rauma Market Square
18.00 Miss Lace 2024 competition
This summer, the Miss Lace 2024 is selected for the 47th time.
Savilanpuisto park
More information: Dentelle Rauma
18.00–22.00 Karaoke dance party
Courtyard of Narvi Sähkö, Kauppakatu 5
More information: LC Rauma/Ruori
20.00 Live music in Savila park – Rauma Flikkatten Göör and Rauma Male Singers’
Rauma Flikkatten Göör and Rauma Male Singers’ summer singing session. The program lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Savilanpuisto
More information: Rauma Cultural Services
20.45 Live music in Savila park – Vilja ja Venla
Vilja and Venla’s Summer Journey – folk and pop songs.
Savilanpuisto
More information: Rauma Cultural Services
20.00 Lace Week evening serenade
Pihla Pakaslahti performs the Lace Week evening serenade from the City Hall Tower.
The City Hall Tower, Valtakatu 2
Info
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