Finland’s longest Wappu is here again! Wappu starts with Wappu opening ceremony on April 1st, and lasts a whopping 32 days Spectrum of Wappu events is wide, and there is events and things to do every day during Wappu. The campfireplaces of Skinnarila in lappeen Ranta also warm the celebrants with their flames throughout the whole Wappu!
Many traditional Wappu events have been included in the Wappu program. The baptism of Teekkaris and Kylteris has finally found its way in the spring as well, and the freshmen will finally slide into the chills of Saimaa on April 30th.
In addition, freshman points are also available at many Wappu events! Events that provide a point are easily identified in the program by the -symbol.
If you want your event to be visible in the Wappu program, please contact us by e-mail [email protected]
We would like to point out that schedules and programs are subject to change and will be updated as more detailed information becomes available.
1.4. Friday
LTKY’s culture manager announces the Wappu to begin from the roof of the Student Union building with seremonial celebratings.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Announcing of the Wappu mayhem
2.4. Saturday
Would you like to get to know more about what to expect of Finland’s longest Wappu? On Saturday 2 April at 13:00 we’ll give an info session at auditorium 1314.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: ESN-point
Eurovision themed karaoke night, preceded by a Wappu info-session in English in the afternoon.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: ESN-point
3.4. Sunday
4.4. Monday
A sitz party organized by KeTeK in ancient rome style.
Dresscode: Toga
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Toga party
5.4. Tuesday
Which sparkling wine is worth hoarding for Wappu?
Wappu is approaching and an important choice is ahead. Which of the many sparkling wines is the perfect choice for you right now in this Wappu? What kind of wine is suitable for both the wallet and the palette of flavors.
Now we offer you the opportunity to taste five different styles of sparkling wines and start tuning into the Wappu mood.
So welcome to sample alone or with your friends!
See the Facebook-event here!
6.4. Wednesday
Again, it’s time for freshmen to dabble in throwing themselves in team spirit and creativity! Freshman tasks start from Lappeenranta harbor market at 16:00. The task is to assemble a team of 4-6 people and go around the checkpoints of the Guilds, clubs and subject organizations in Lappeenranta city center and Skinnarila.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Freshman tasks
Wappu finally arrives in Lappeenranta and so does the legendary FreshmanTasks afterparty!
See the Facebook-event here!
7.4. Thursday
A day event organized by Lutes with sauna, a fun program and delicious food! There is no need to wait until the evening, because the saunas will be warmed up from 2 pm in Vierula.
See the Facebook-event here!
8.4. Friday
Beer and shitty jokes at Basement.
See the Facebook-event here!
9.4. Saturday
More information about the event will be provided later.
Freshman point: Sitz
10.4. Sunday
A low-threshold event where you can enjoy gaming, being together and playful competition. We have brought in several different consoles for the event, from the retro to the present day.
See the Facebook-event here!
11.4. Monday
The longest and funniest Monday of the year organized by Enklaavi. The 24 hour event includes brunch, the festival, the pre-party, the after-party and the after-after-party!
See the Facebook-event here!
12.4. Tuesday
Where: Pelkolantie 86, 53300 Lappeenranta
Why: Paintball
When: 12.4.2022
Group one (guided in Finnish), at 11.00-14.00, departure from the university at 10.30
Group two (guided in English, casual), at 14.45-17.45, departure from the university at 14.15
DC: overalls or camo clothes


13.4. Wednesday
Come and watch the Idearace final at IsoKristiina’s Finnkino from 1 p.m. You will be able to see the top names in the startup world, such as Andreas Saari, the former CEO of slush, and hear inspiring pitches from the finalists. The afterwork of the event will be held at Teerenpeli, so come networking and enjoy the good deals!
See the Facebook-event here!
14.4. Thursday
Sitsit arranged by riding club Laukka with a theme in accordance with the name of the event.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Sitz
15.4. Friday
An event organized by LaKu, where participants compete in face painting and agility, evaluated on basis of their skill and speed.
Register your team (3-5 persons) to the contest by Wednesday 13.4. via this forms!
Freshman point: AMK


When: 15.4. at 19:00. Entering to quiz ends at 18:55, so arrive early!
Where: G
16.4. Saturday
WHERE? At the parking lot of LAB
WHEN? 16.4 from 15 o’clock till 19 o’clock
PRICE? 7€
DC: Student overalls and Wappu attire
Freshman point: Sitz
17.4. Sunday
LaKOSTE ry would like to invite all our members and other students to spend a night camping in a tent under the windmill! Gather your belongings needed for a night outside and come enjoy fireplaces and camping throughout the night! Bring your own camping equipment.
WHAT: Wappu night outside
WHERE: Under the windmill
WHEN: 17th of April, 19:00 ->
DC: Dress for the weather which can be cold + overalls
Freshman point: AMK
18.4. Monday
PMM ry is organizing SVV Wapu’s toughest live-gigs. There are 5 wild metal bands on the stage. There is a sauna at the event. DC: Overalls and/or Black +Earplugs
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Black Wappu
19.4. Tuesday
Lounge party is chill event which includes among other things bingo, beer joga and different lottery games. And you can also buy food, beverages and enjoy good music.
See the Facebook-event here!
20.4. Wednesday
Welcome to Wappu Calculation training group for the first time!
Training group is an open, non-alcoholic event where the purpose is to do course assignments with a group in the Student Union Building Basement.
Top experts in mathematics and Matlab are present at the training group, but students of all levels from all fields are welcome to help or practice.
There are also refreshments and snacks offered by TEK.
Don’t let Wipellys hamper your school success, so come do your job before going to Wipellys!
WHAT: A non-alcoholic training group open to everyone
WHERE: In the basement
WHEN: 20.4. 11:00 – 14:00
WHY: It’s nice to count with a group
DC: Free
See the Facebook-event here!
Willimiehen Wipellys is THE BIGGEST yearly student event here in Lappeenranta. The goal is to enjoy cheap beverages and good company in Lappeenranta city centre bars and drink something as many bars as possible to get the cool overall badge.
Take your friends with you and feel the amazing atmosphere of Willimiehen Wipellys!
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: (shadow)Wipellys
21.4. Thursday
Lateksii, KeTeK and Sätky organize an opportunity to relax during wappusillis.
See the Facebook-event here!
22.4. Friday
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: FinnHits

23.4. Saturday
A joint spring concert of Resonanssi and Teekkarilaulajat choirs with a Finnish pop/rock theme. The choirs will perform both on their own and together.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Resonanssi / Teekkarilaulajat
24.4. Sunday
After two long years Wappu’s speediest event KRuisinKi will again take over Lappeenranta city centre’s streets! The event in question is a soapbox car event organized by Koneenrakennuskilta. Everyone is free to participate.
Come show your skills behind the wheel!
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: KRuising
Wappu’s traditional very small sitz organized by Sätky at Cafe Bar G. Sitzers may choose to sit under the table.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Sitz
25.4. Monday
Singing the whole Punamusta-songbook through together in the Basement of Student Union building.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Gena / Singing Triathlon, singing exam
26.4. Tuesday
Kaplaaki’s official Wappu excursion: travelling around towns nearby Lappeenranta by bus and visiting local pubs.
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Excursion
27.4. Wednesday
Freshman point: AMK
28.4. Thursday
If it’s been some time after the last time you hit the dance floor or maybe you’ve never been at such an event, there’s a crash course on dancing held by a our dancing master Tommi Murtola just after the logo painting on Thursday (from 2pm to 4pm).
Where: Dance school at LAB sports hall and the main event at Raakunamäki
When: 28.4 Dance school at 2pm, event at 6pm-9pm
Tickets: Kideapp (10€)
DC: Google ”lavatanssit” and get creative
LTKY and organizations paint their logos to the sidewalk of Punkkerimäki at 9-13 o’clock.
29.4. Friday
Open Air Music Festival Saunayö (Saunanight) is here once again. Come enjoy live music with your friends to the front of the student union building with live bands starting at 17.00 until 01.00 at the night. Bands are mostly student bands playing covers of different genres of international rock music.
After the last band, there is a free after party at the student union buildings basement. BE AWARE that there is no drinks on sale at the afterparty so BYOB!
See you and your friends at Saunayö!
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Saunayö-event
30.4. Saturday
On Wappu Eve, it is time to bring Finland’s longest Wappu to its end again! The crane statue will be given it’s own caps in Maria Square on April 30. at 12:00. At the same time, older students are allowed to put on their caps again and escort the freshers to the harbor for baptism.
What: Capping of the crane statue
Where: Maria Square
When: 30.4. on 12:00
See the Facebook-event here!
On Wappu Eve, it is time to bring Lahti Wappu to its end again! The Wappu march starts from Pikku-Vesku park on April 30th at 16:00. The Student Union will cap the statue of Jari Litmanen and the LAB engineering students will cap the Moose statue. At the same time, older students are allowed to put on their caps again and escort the freshers to the Lanu Square.
What: Wappu march and capping of the statues
Where: Pikku-Vesku park and Lanu Square in the city center
When: April 30th at 16:00
DC: Overalls
See the Facebook-event here!
Immediately after the capping, the crowd goes to harbour, where the slides are already waiting for freshers! You must wear shoes if you attend the baptism!Teekkaricaps will be distributed in the lobby of the student union building after baptism from 2 to 5 p.m. Be prepared to prove your identity and, if necessary, present proof of payment. Freshers are allowed to use their new caps at midnight after Teekkari hymn.
What: Freshers baptism
Where: Maria Square and the harbor
When: 30.4. after the capping
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Baptism 30.4.2022
Where: Pikku-Vesku park and Lanu Square in the city center
When: April 30th at 16:00
DC: Overalls
See the Facebook-event here!
Freshman point: Baptism 30.4.2022
WHERE: YOLO / YO-parking lot
WHEN: 30.4. at 21-02
PRICE: FREE
DC: Overalls + cap













1.5. Sunday
Where: Lappeenranta Fortress
When: 1.5. from 12:00
DC: Smart casual + student cap. No overalls!

2.5. Monday
WHEN? 2.5. Klo 12:00 – 15:00
WHERE? Starts from the front of the Student Union Building, aftersauna in Basement
