Celebrate Midsummer with art, music, and togetherness at Haihatus
Come celebrate an unforgettable Midsummer at Haihatus! The program includes…
Come celebrate an unforgettable Midsummer at Haihatus! The program includes…
Taidelaitos Haihatus ja Ennallistamista ympäristötaiteen keinoin -hanke (Humanistinen ammattikorkeakoulu) etsivät…
Rhizome Spreads into Haihatus 19 June – 30 August 2026…
Students, retirees, unemployed, and individuals requiring personal assistance (the assistant gets in for free when accompanying the person needing assistance).
7-15 years old (Children under 7 free).
Price includes 2 adults + 2 childre. Extra children €5 each.
Haihatus Summer Exhibition
Duration: June 20 – August 30, 2026
Tue–Sun 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Closed on Mondays
Exceptions in opening hours and prices:
Check Art Camping opening days and hours at https://shop.haihatus.fi/en_US
Haihatus Art Center and Residency, located in Joutsa, Finland, is an inspiring and relaxed international art hub. Haihatus is a great, communal place where art, in all of its forms, is the driving force.
During the summer, art exhibitions, music concerts, workshops, performances, and KITA—Finland’s only gallery dedicated to kinetic art—attract visitors from both Finland and abroad.
In the winter, you can enjoy cozy music evenings and intimate art exhibitions. Additionally, the residency program is a key focus during this season, offering a unique opportunity for artists and arts students from all disciplines.
For details on dates and opening hours, please visit our Exhibitions and Events sections.
The Highlight of the Year
Haihatus hosts a variety of contemporary art exhibitions each year. The exhibition seasons culminate in a large group exhibition held during the summer, showcasing a fascinating array of works by both Finnish and international contemporary and ITE (Outsider) artists.
Additionally, the winter season features smaller-scale exhibitions.
The years at Haihatus culminate in a major summer exhibition of contemporary art, bringing together works from artists with diverse practices and backgrounds. The art offerings consist of various exhibition sections located within Haihatus’ charming grounds, including its galleries and sculpture park, as well as at its second venue, KITA Gallery—the only gallery in Finland specializing in kinetic art.
In addition to the summer exhibition, Haihatus’s versatile spaces host smaller exhibitions, featuring works by resident artists, for example.
Year-round
Haihatus organizes and coordinates various events and cultural projects year-round.
Collaboration with the local reception center (VOK) and residents of the Haihatus artist residency has led to new, free events open to all, such as the Joutsa-Slavic Maslenitsa Spring Festival and artist-led art workshops during the residency season from September to April.
You can find more information about upcoming workshops and festivals in the News section of this page and on Haihatus’ Facebook page.
Runs annually from September to April
We welcome new artists and arts students from all art disciplines to join our residence programme!
Haihatus’ international artist residency is a relaxed working residency composed of three locally historically significant buildings in Central Finland.
Located in the center of Joutsan, it offers excellent transport connections: the bus stop is within walking distance, with a journey from Helsinki to Haihatus taking just over 2 hours and less than an hour to Jyväskylä.
The residency is open to artists and art students from all disciplines. Applications can be submitted individually, in pairs, or as part of a group.
The main application period is in March, but we also accept applications for available spots randomly throughout the residency season.
Keep an eye on Haihatus’ Facebook page for announcements regarding available spots.
For specific application dates, please check the Residency section of this website: https://haihatus.fi/residenssi/.
Read more about Haihatus’ artist residency through this link.
The foundation of our activities is the association Haihatuksen Henki ry. Its operations are implemented by a committed group of arts and cultural professionals. Through the association’s active role, our art center remains continuously evolving and relevant, enabling the creation of meaningful cultural experiences in collaboration with artists.
Address of Haihatus: Jousitie 68-70, 19650 Joutsa
Haihatus is located in Joutsa, Central Finland, in the Koiravuori area. When You are coming from the South, it is advisable to drive past the Joutsa intersection and turn right onto Pertunmaantie, following the signs from there. Parking is available in the middle of the area.
Haihatus (destination Joutsa) is easily accessible, for example, by Onnibus. The Onnibus stop is located 1.7 kilometers away from Haihatus, within walking distance.
Kahvila ja Majoitus Tmi Tiina Soilu
You can find more accommodation and other useful services on the Visit Joutsa Website or Booking.com.
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