Nuutajärvi Day

On Nuutajärvi Day, the Glass Village gathers makers and admirers of art and craftsmanship. There is plenty to see and experience for visitors of all ages. Join us for a pleasant Saturday in May at the Glass Village, where artisans of glass, ceramics, and metal work all year round.

Markets

Market vendors from near and far offer delicacies, handicrafts, and unique finds.

Interested in selling at the market yourself? Sign up: myynti@nuutajarvenlasi.fi

Music

• Live music by the wind orchestra Pilsnerial
• In the evening: Eurovision Song Contest watch party at Pub Airanne

For Families

• Face painting and bouncy castle (paid activity) 10 am–1 pm
• Archery 10 am–1 pm
• Alpacas and pony rides (paid activity) 10 am–1 pm
• “A Day at the Fire Station” – Nuutajärvi VPK presents its equipment and sells sausages 10 am–2 pm
• Cotton candy for sale

All children’s activities are located near the VPK (Volunteer Fire Department)

Glass, Exhibitions, and Shops

• Glass Museum at Prykäri and Oiva Toikka Bird Nest – pay-what-you-wish admission
• Recently opened exhibitions on view:
• Seeing Through Glass by Henri Carrara, Glass Museum Prykäri Vinttigalleria
• Reflections and Growing Seasons by Pauliina Varis, Glass Museum Prykäri Aula
• Multiple artist galleries along the Galleriakäytävä – many artists present on site
• Takolasi open studio – watch glass being worked live
• Vintage Glass Shop Pikku Masa open 10–18: vintage glass treasures and finds
• Nuutajärvi Shop at Kellopytinki open: works by contemporary glass artists on sale

Food and Drinks

• Street food available
• Ice cream kiosk open
• Cafe Olderman open
• Lunch at Pruuki Bistro 11 am–3 pm and à la carte menu 11 am–8 pm

Evening Program at the Pub Airanne

• Eurovision Song Contest watch party