
Creepy Carnival
In October you can experience Särkänniemi's rides in glorious atmospheric lighting as darkness falls. Creepy Carnival returns to provide joy and thrills for your autumn days in October.
Carnival Fun at Särkänniemi in Fall 2025
The Creepy Carnival is held in October 3.–5.10. and 9.–18.10.2025.
Creepy Carnival is family-friendly during the day, but after dark, horror attractions come alive for older guests.
Family-friendly Activities:
Oasis of Tricks (Kepposten keidas) Discover the troll life of Källi, Kolttonen, and Kepponen daily at 13:00–17:00 (when the amusement park opens at 15:00, Kepposten Keidas is open at 15:00–17:00).
Circus performers Circus performers entertain in the area daily from start to finish.
"Pouta Pig and The Legend of Blood Moon" play, Estraadi Stage (in Finnish) Daily at 14:30 and 15:30 (when the park opens at 15:00, the shows are at 15:30 and 16:30).
Lunddance, Estraadi stage and Joy Plaza Daily at 15:15, 16:15, 18:15 (Joy Plaza) and 19:15 (Estraadi)
Fortune Teller (extra fee) Opening hours: 15:30–20:30. Saturdays 16:30–21:30. When the park opens at 15:00, Fortune Teller is open 16.30–21.30.
Carnival Parade, Joy Plaza Daily at 17:00 and 19:30.
Show Dem Dancing, Estraadi Stage Daily at 17:30, 18:00, 19:00 and 20:30. On Saturdays the last show is at 20:00.
UniDance Tampere, Joy Plaza Only 4.– 5.10. and 17.–18.10. at 17:45 and 18:50.
Fire Lady's show, Oasis of Tricks (Kepposten keidas) Daily at 18:45
Lumina Productions: Light Show, Estraadi Stage Daily at 18:30
Lumina Productions: Fire Show, Estraadi Stage Daily at 20:00 (Saturdays at 21:00)
For Older Guests (15+):
PHOBIA LAB (extra fee) (15+) What are you afraid of? Step into the thrilling research facility daily at 16:00–21:00 (Saturdays until 22).
Unhola The forgotten amusement park invites to explore daily 17:30–21 (Saturdays until 22).
Zombie Zone Zombies that have escaped from the new roller coaster construction site drag their feet daily at 16:00–21:00 (Saturdays until 22:00).
Tampere Burlesque Exciting and classic burlesque show at Olvi Maisematerassi daily at 18:15 and 20:15 (second show on Saturdays at 20:30).
The Creepy Carnival is an outdoor event, so please dress warmly according to the weather. There are flashing lights in the event area that may trigger an epileptic seizure
You can attend Creepy Carnival 2025 with the 2026 Season Card.
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New Attraction: PHOBIA LAB (15+)
What are YOU afraid of? PHOBIA LAB was a successful research facility that promised to cure even the strongest fears. In the end, the research turned dark, and the experiments became a way to measure how far the human mind can be pushed before it breaks. Tight spaces, darkness, insects… And other fears whose existence you didn’t even know about. Step inside as a test subject and discover what will make your blood run cold. This additional-fee horror attraction is located at the Tornado roller coaster loading area. Six people are admitted at a time. The actors will not touch you. Please do not touch the actors either. Photography and video recording are prohibited in the attraction. The attraction contains loud sounds and light effects, as well as tight spaces and darkness. The attraction deals with phobias. The staff will provide further information if needed. The attraction is accessible. Tornado is not in operation during the Creepy Carnival. The age limit is 15 years. With an adult (18+), admission is allowed for those aged 12 and up. PHOBIA LAB is open daily from 16:00 to 21:00 (until 22:00 on Saturdays).
New Attraction: Oasis of Tricks (Kepposten keidas)
A long time ago, on the edge of Särkänniemi, there lived three trolls: Kepponen, Kolttonen, and Källi. They loved playing pranks, but the other forest inhabitants began to grow tired of the constant tricks. So, the trolls decided to look for a place where there would be more friends who enjoyed their tricks. They walked through the gates of the amusement park and immediately noticed that here, everyone loved surprises and laughter. And so, Oasis of Tricks became the trolls’ home. Now, the trolls invite the youngest members of the family to come and play tricks with them! Oasis of Tricks is intended for the youngest children in the family, around 3–8 years old. At Oasis of Tricks, you can play with the trolls and explore the exciting Källi’s Shack, the spooky Kolttonen’s Garden, where horrors grow, and the peculiar Kepponen’s Hut. Oasis of Tricks is included in the Carnival Wristband and the Carnival Ticket. Oasis of Tricks is located in the place of Oasis Water Experience. Oasis of Tricks is open daily from 13:00 to 17:00 (when the amusement park opens at 15:00, Oasis of Tricks is open from 15:00 to 17:00).
Renewed: Unhola (15+)
Do you know the story of the forgotten amusement park? In Unhola, shrouded in mist, still echo the whispers of lost children, the giggles of years gone by, and the chilling laughter of clowns. Do you dare step into this amusement park frozen in time, or will Unhola take you with it for all eternity? The actors will not touch you. Please do not touch the actors either. Unhola is included in the Carnival Wristband and the Carnival Ticket. Renewed for 2025, Unhola is located in the Log River queue area. The recommended age limit is 15 years. With an adult (18+), admission is allowed for those aged 12 and up. Unhola is open daily from 17:30 to 21:00 (until 22:00 on Saturdays).
Renewed: Zombie Zone (15+)
The construction site of the new roller coaster came to a sudden halt when a mysterious gas leak turned its workers into flesh-hungry zombies. Now, helmets, reflective vests, and bloodied tools clink in the darkness as they stalk their next victim. When you cross the fence into the construction area, be careful — the zombies might make you part of the roller coaster, too… The actors will not touch you. Please do not touch the actors either. Zombie Zone is included in the Carnival Wristband and the Carnival Ticket. Zombie Zone is located in front of the X, Troika, and High Voltage rides. The recommended age limit is 15 years. With an adult (18+), admission is allowed for those aged 12 and up. Zombie Zone is open daily from 16:00 to 21:00 (until 22:00 on Saturdays).

Rides
Most of the rides are available in Särkänniemi during the Creepy Carnival. Rapids Ride, Log Ride, TakeOff, Surge, and Tornado are already having their winter rest. Other rides may need to be closed due to cold temperatures or high wind. The following rides are closed from 8 pm daily: Hopping Carrots, Coffee Cups, Truck Race, Bumblebee, Crazy Bus, Candy Boat, Bat Delivery, Piggy Train, Airplanes, and Lake Carousel.
Fortune Teller
Madame Frey holds your destiny in her hands. Step into the fortune teller's tent and discover your future. The fortune-telling experience requires a separate ticket, which can be purchased on-site.

Indulge and Shop
The insta-worthy light cotton candy or a wonderfully warming marshmallow hot chocolate are carnival classics. For a bigger appetite, the indoor buffets at Pizza Paparazzi and Restaurant Riemu are the perfect choice. The best souvenirs can be found at Piggy Shop and the Särkänniemi Shop.
Play and Win
Amusement park games across Särkänniemi offer chances to win large plush prizes. Experience more with game package (10 € / 4 vouchers).
Outside the amusement park, you will find the Retro Arcade, whose nostalgic pinball machines and other arcade games take you far back into memories. At Retro, you will also find claw machines and the Pinball Cafe.
Trick-or-Treat Tour
Visit the locations shown on the bag and celebrate with your loot! The additional-fee Trick or Treat Tour is at its best with a friend. The tour is available at ticket sales points, the Särkänniemi Shop, Candy Corner, and Piggy Shop.
Opening hours
The opening dates are 3.–5.10. and 9.–18.10.2025.
Fri 3.10. 15–21 Sat 4.10. 13–22 Sun 5.10. 13–21 Thu 9.10. 15–21 Fri 10.10. 15–21 Sat 11.10. 13–22 Sun 12.10. 13–21 Mon 13.10. 13–21 Tue 14.10. 13–21 Wed 15.10. 13–21 Thu 16.10. 13–21 Fri 17.10. 13–21 Sat 18.10. 13–22
Creepy Carnival wristbands at the advance booking group price available now!
Choose your day and book your wristbands in advance – you can adjust the final number of wristbands closer to your visit. Advance booking group prices are available for groups of at least 20 people.
Please contact us: Tel. +358 (0)207 130 212 / Email: myynti@sarkanniemi.fi