Room for Cultures: Sauna Event 14.4.2026
Welcome to connect and network in the sauna!
Room for Cultures projects
Sauna event
14.4.2026
klo 17.00-20.00
Hietasaari,
65100 Vaasa
Sauna as a Bridge Between Cultures – Cultural Wellbeing at the Pingviinit Sauna!
“Room for Cultures” is a three-year ESR+ funded project by SeAMK and VAMK (running until July 2028), aiming to strengthen inclusion, participation, wellbeing, and intercultural dialogue in both regions.
On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Room for Cultures together with Vaasan talviuimarit Pingviinit will host a cultural wellbeing event, where local residents are invited to enjoy not only the refreshing and relaxing effects of the sauna and cold swimming, but also live music, sauna traditions, engaging interaction, and light snacks.
The event offers a unique opportunity to:
- meet local people in a natural setting and share cultural experiences
- get to know Finnish sauna culture and traditions
- enjoy live music & new experiences
Program
17:15–18:00 Registration & the band “Batucada Katu 65.”
Members of the Sea Rescue team will also be present to talk about maritime rescue!
18:00 “This is how it’s done!” Local Pingviinit will demonstrate cold swimming and encourage guests to join in.
18:15–18:30 A sauna incantation performance in the Kalevala tradition, performed on the sauna benches.
Community sing-along: “More steam!”
18:45–19:15 Duo “Second Storm.”
Live music – harp and electronic piano.
19:15–19:45 Juha Saunala performs live on the pier.
We reserve the right to make changes to the programme and schedule.
The registration link will open soon!
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