Illuminated sites

Culturally and historically significant sites and specially lit sites

There are over 50 illuminated sites in Tampere. The urban area features architecturally significant or historically valuable buildings, city landmarks, and new construction sites illuminated on behalf of the city and other actors. The most famous illuminated sites in the city include the Tammerkoski rapid, Satakunnansilta Bridge, the Frenckell factory buildings, and the Old City Hall. The cityscape is further enriched by other illuminated sites such as the Naistenlahti power plant, Hotel Torni, the locomotive sheds, Pispala Shot Tower, and Tampere University Hospital TAYS. 

Illuminated art and light art

 Light art and illuminated artworks located in Tampere

• Birger Federley, Emil Wikström - Näsinkallio fountain (Tirkkonen fountain) in Hämeenpuisto Park
• Wäinö Aaltonen - Pirkkala sculptures on Hämeensilta bridge
• Viktor Jansson - Statue of Liberty in Hämeenpuisto Park
• Richard Rautalin -  fountain sculpture Kevät (Spring) in Pyynikki Church Park
• Matti Haupt - Kultakutri (Golden Curl) on Konsulinsaari Island
• HC Berg - Valon kehrä in Pellavatori
• Brrum - Navigation Figures in Vuohenoja along the tram route.
• Arja Renell - Maaltamuutto in Alexandra Siltasen puisto Park
• Akseli Leinonen - Valo joka ei sammu at the roundabout on Satakunnankatu
• Anne Koskinen - Läpi harmaan kiven in Tuomiokirkonpuisto Park

Light as part of events and celebrations

Lighting is also used to bring life to the city during major events and on selected theme days and holidays. Together with partners, the city lights up iconic buildings, landmarks, and shopping centers with themed colors.

The lighting is provided through a shared lighting network that includes the city, property owners, and companies. This cooperation ensures that the lighting is consistent, visually attractive, and impactful, while allowing many partners to take part. 

The city glowed pink and purple during UMK in February 2025.