Now is the Time for Celebration - Celebrate Unforgettable Christmas Parties in Äänekoski!

The pre-Christmas party season is starting little by little and now it's time to explore the local offerings. Äänekoski has several options for party groups of different sizes. We have compiled a variety of example options for pre-Christmas parties and also for other evenings out. Expect distinctive experiences that may surprise local partygoers. These places are worth the trip, even from farther away.

What kind of experiences are you looking for?

The pre-Christmas season is the darkest time of the year, so a little boost is welcome in the midst of everyday life. At their best, pre-Christmas parties bring your group together—memories you'll talk about for years to come. 

Wille - Olohuone ja Keittiö / Food lovers' choice

You can celebrate a more traditional pre-Christmas party in Wille's living room, which can host up to 70 guests. Here you can celebrate with a larger group while enjoying down-to-earth, delicious food. Wille's atmospheric restaurant provides cozy settings for any celebration. 

Pankkari Bowling Alley, temporarily protected!

If you want activities for your pre-Christmas party, Pankkari Bowling is an excellent choice. Active, experience-filled celebrations are guaranteed with glow bowling and a Christmas meal, which can be arranged, for example, in Pankkari's sauna cabinet. Sauna time can also be included in the program. 

Köyhyydenkylä / Activities and experiences in Sumiainen

Köyhyydenkylä enchants with its authenticity and stories. On site, you can enjoy a smoke sauna and pop into a dugout to explore wartime history. The cottage fits a large group of celebrants, and the yard activities will surprise participants. In Köyhyydenkylä, only the name is "poor"—there's plenty to see and experience for everyone. 

Hotelli Hirvi / A favorite even for larger groups

Hotelli Hirvi's Functionalist building hides within it the services of a private restaurant, a cinema and sauna facilities with a swimming pool. This package delivers experiences even for the most demanding guests. Naturally, you can also stay overnight at the hotel after a pleasant evening. Hotelli Hirvi is called legendary for a reason. 

Suolahden Wanhan Aseman alue / A meeting place for culture and experiences

The Suolahti Wanha Asema area holds a variety of options. The area has a long transport and cultural history. Among others, Akseli Gallen-Kallela spent time in the Suolahti Wanha Asema area. A cozy and characterful  Gran Huoneistohotelli is located here, suitable for accommodation for a smaller group. At Wanha Asema, you can spend time together with a larger group, enjoying the old-time atmosphere. In addition, the station yard is home to the Keitele-Museo, the likes of which you won't find anywhere else in Finland. The museum features steam and "lättähattu" trains and a dining car serving lunch and coffee with extras. For those seeking big experiences, there's also the option to rent a "lättähattu" train and take your pre-Christmas party on an unforgettable trip.

Majoitus & Kalastus Vonkale / For adventurers

For a group that enjoys the outdoors and wants a change of pace, you'll find different options at Majoitus & kalastus Vonkale. How about a guided hiking trip or relaxing in a hot tub and sauna? Explore Vonkale's versatile offering here. 

Ravintola Killinki / For a relaxed vibe

Ravintola Killinki is a cozy spot in Konginkangas known to locals. It's possible to reserve Killinki for private events, and it's a place where you'll want to linger. Good food and a laid-back atmosphere guarantee a successful evening. 

Kapeenkoski Travel Oy / A reliably entertaining choice

Kapeenkoski Travel Oy is a hidden gem of Äänekoski tourism. Here you'll be served food made from local ingredients and enjoy the peace of nature amid a Finnish rapids landscape. Kapeenkoski Travel Oy also offers various services and activities. Fishing, river sledding or handicraft workshops provide entertainment for the whole group, and you can crown the evening with a smoke sauna, for example. 

Have you visited all the places mentioned above, or did you perhaps get new ideas? Wishing everyone an experience-filled pre-Christmas season!