Unforgettable moments in culture

In Imatra, culture has always been close to the heart. The city is home to Finland’s newest theatre building, the Imatra City Theatre, where performances continue to draw crowds. In fact, in 2017, the theatre welcomed more visitors than the city has residents!

The cultural offering doesn’t stop there, Imatra also hosts an international theatre festival, and Cultural Centre Virta presents a full calendar of events throughout the year.

In summer, enjoy performances by the Imatra Summer Theatre along the scenic Vuoksi River, or catch world-class acts at the legendary Imatra Big Band Festival.

The region’s museums and exhibitions have something for everyone. Families can head to activity parks and adventures, while nature lovers will find joy in the many outdoor trails, lakeside ridges, and nature reserves that surround Imatra and its nearby areas.ature reserves that surround Imatra and its nearby areas.

Imatran uusi teatteritalo erottuu massasta

Theatre Imatra

Finland’s newest and architecturally most distinctive theatre building. It welcomes more visitors than Imatra has residents.
Kulttuuritalo Virta

Culture house Virta

Cultural Centre Virta is the vibrant heart of Imatra’s cultural scene. A nique hub that invites you to experience, learn, and be inspired.
Imatran taidemuseon talvessa vaihtuvia näyttelyitä

Museums and exhibitions

Stunning art, urban history, wartime heritage, Imatra’s diverse and fascinating museum offerings truly have something for everyone.
koski kuohuu

Rapid shows

Imatrankoski is Southeast Finland’s only official national landscape and the birthplace of Finnish tourism.
Kuva Virta-auditorio kuva sirkuksesta ja yleisöstä.

All the events and happenings

There’s always something happening in Imatra, almost all the time! The best way to stay up to date is by checking out the Imatra event calendar.

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