The traditional Pyhäjoki Local Heritage Week is full of things to see and experience at various locations.

Welcome to celebrate village day in Parhalahti school yard on Sunday 9.6. from 12:00 to 15:00.

MAGICIAN ROOPE'S MAGIC SHOW This year, the Village Day is literally magical, as magician Roope Ylitalo will be performing.

The family-friendly magic show reportedly features floating tables, disappearing objects, and shape-shifting items – astonishing feel-good magic.

In addition to his magic tricks, Roope has promised to make balloon animals for the children at the Village Day.

LEPPÄKEIHÄS CHAMPIONSHIP 2024 The Leppäkeihäs throwing championship is once again up for grabs. The contest is lighthearted with a touch of humor and unofficially playful – though taken seriously as the championship is at stake.

There are categories for men, women, and those under 14 years old. Winners in the men's and women's categories will receive an axe as a prize, undoubtedly giving them an advantage in future years' Leppäkeihäs qualifiers. To enter the competition, sign up on site on Sunday.

AND MUCH MORE! Pony rides Vintage vehicles Obstacle course for children Tapani Lisko's exhibition of vintage photographs Best of the Year 2024 Village stick throwing contest

At the sales market, there will be summer flowers, licorice by the meter, ice cream, Scouts' raffle tickets, hair care products, Oriflame products, pea soup by the Martha's, and treats from the village association's café.

This year's event will be hosted by familiar voices from Radio Mega, Radio City, Iskelmä, and Radio Pooki, including Mika Kuki.

Parlahahti is a lively and cozy village in North Ostrobothnia in Pyhäjoki, on the shores of Bothnian Bay.

Road number 8 crosses the village. The center of Pyhäjoki is a few minutes away by car - even by bike it takes just 15 minutes. The nearest town Raahe can be reached by car in 20 minutes and the southern neighboring municipality Kalajoki in less than half an hour away.

There are over 350 inhabitants in Parhalahti, around 160 households.

The bench trails are not actually nature trails, but they are still a great destination especially if you are looking for an easy but longer cycling route. You can reach the bench trail that runs north of Pyhäjoki all the way to the village of Pirttikoski. At the beginning of the trail, you can make a fire at a lean-to shelter and take a seat on the benches to observe the nature along the riverbank.
The Pirttikoski circuit is about 19 km long if you follow the North Branch bench trail to Pirttikoski, cross the river via the Kuusiniemi Bridge, and return via the South Branch bench trail. You can also choose a shorter route by following the Saari bench trail.

In Annala Park, there is a 13-hole disc golf course. Before heading to the course, you can warm up with two practice baskets.

Tiistaitori is a warm-hearted meeting place for local residents, summer visitors, and travelers. You are warmly welcome to join this relaxed and cheerful event!

This summer, the Tiistaitori events will take place in the area between Highway 8 and the town center's business block, where you’ll find, among other things, the Osuuspankki bank. The first market will be held on May 20, and the last one on August 26. The markets are open conveniently after the workday, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

There are six sales booths and four tent spots available at the market, and participation is free of charge for both sellers and visitors. Sellers are also welcome to bring their own furniture to set up in the available spaces. Local organizations and associations will also take part, bringing their own themes and activities to the market.

We aim to have live music at every market day. Do you sing or play an instrument, either solo or with others? Come and help create a joyful market atmosphere and entertain the visitors! We offer a performance fee for musicians. Please contact the municipal info office — you’ll find the contact details at the end of this announcement.

Pyhäjoki municipality will provide advance information about the Tiistaitori events and programs on its website: www.pyhajoki.fi.

Sales booth reservations and performer registrations:
By email: info@pyhajoki.fi
By phone: +358 40 359 6000

The public swimming beach in Pyhäjoki is Pyhäluoto beach located in Etelänkylä. The sandy beach is also perfect children of all ages. The landscape of the swimming beach is dominated by magnificent cliffs that slide smoothly into the sea. The place is also popular with windsurfers and kite surfers.

Water quality is monitored throughout the summer. The beach has changing rooms, a dry toilet and waste disposal. Take care of your safety - the swimming area is unsupervised.

Pyhäjoki also has informal swimming spots on the riverside, on the seashore and in rock quarries.

Swimming spots by the sea
In Parhalahti, Kultaranta by Puustellintie, sandy beach
In Yppäri, the sandy beaches of Leto and Merimaja, Pylhy beach, Veteraanimaja beach.

Swimming spots on the river bank
In the center are the Kielosaari and Kittipuhto swimming spots and Hourunkoski beach on the north side of the river
At Pirttikoski Kuusiniemi's swimming spot next to the bridge

Swimming spots in rock quarries
Rautiperä swimming spot, open also in winter.
Yppäri Grekunperä swimming spot along Alavieskantie road.

Built in 1837, the Eteläkylän Isosilta bridge in Pyhäjoki is the oldest wooden strut-frame bridge still in use in Finland and a national road museum site.

The four-arch double-strut bridge stands on wedged stone supports and is 77.5 metres long and 5.8 metres wide. The bridge has been maintained and repaired multiple times but, according to a study conducted in 1987, the load-bearing structures of the bridge still held some of the original timber. The local Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment initiated a full renovation of the bridge in 2018. The renovations will be conducted with due consideration to the old structural models and work methods, and the Finnish Heritage Agency has provided instructions for the work. In fact, a pleasant smell of tar wafts in the area surrounding the bridge.

Since the deck of the bridge is made of wood, it has been slippery when wet. It is said that a lorry carrying people on their way to a dance once veered off the bridge as a result. Apparently no one was hurt, however, as everyone managed to hop off the lorry bed in time. According to another story, some prison escapees burst through railing during a chase.