Kalajoki City Center – flourishing mixture of old and new

In Kalajoki city center, you can find both modern services and good old times’ vibes. Time goes by a little slower, noise and hurry have no place here. Still, there are shops with plenty of offering and many events to choose from. All in all, Kalajoki gets you in a good mood. The center has seen a lot of renewals in recent years, with new improvements every year.

It’s only 8 kilometres from the Sand Dunes to the city center – a perfect bike ride or short drive to do some shopping!

Laid back leisure

Join the locals and hop from one happening to another, spend the day with your friends enjoying music at the Kajari downtown festival. Or why not just go see a movie?

The city center is pulsing with events and things to do year-round. The events in Old Town Plassi are concentrated around the idyllic courtyard of the Havula manor in the summertime. Enjoy art exhibitions with a cup of coffee, visit the Havula Jazz festival or join the artists at the Art week to do some artwork of your own.

The annual events at the city center are putting a hat on the Jussi statue on May Day, Havula Jazz & Blues, Kajari downtown festival, Pauhamat Culture Week and the traditional Plassi market.

Let’s sit down for a moment or two

Went around town and got hungry? Should we sit down for a glass of wine, or would a cup of coffee be refreshing? Let’s sit on the terrace or indoor space and watch people slowly go by.

Kalajoki’s original cafés and restaurants serve you with memorable tastes, always with a smile.

Shops and markets

Whether you’re looking for souvenirs for yourself, your friend or just want to restock your fridge, you’ll find original brick and mortar shops and versatile grocery stores in the Kalajoki city center. The center has a good offering and is convenient in size, with small businesses that surprise and delight you with their selection. No need to stand in line or get lost between the shelves for hours. It’s easy to find treats and souvenirs!