Vappu2024 (in English)

Here are all the Vappu festivities compiled. Scroll down for more detailed information on each event!

In addition to these events, there are also Marathon Sitsfest on Saturday, April 13th, and Vappu Appro on Wednesday, April 17th, for which you can find more info on social media!

This year, we have moved the Vappu pass to Kide.App. You no longer need to worry about losing your paper pass or forgetting a stamp! The pass is only available for our members and is free for everyone. So the Vappu pass does not offer discounts on events, however Sporticus’s events are already 50% cheaper for members than for others! In other words Vappu is automatically more affordable for our members.

In the traditional manner, you can still earn a Vappu overall badge by attending at least four Sporticus’ Vappu events. The badges will be distributed at the May 1st Vappu picnic, where you can receive the badge by showing your Vappu pass in the Kide.App wallet and at least four event tickets.

GET YOUR VAPPU PASS FROM HERE.

Vappu is approaching, and it’s time to get your overalls in top condition! There’s probably all sorts of overall badges accumulated on the shelves, so it’s time to get those overalls ready for Vappu!

Grab your overalls, overall badges, sewing supplies, and a cheerful attitude and come join us for a sewing evening at our student space, OT! Additionally, Sporticus will be selling their overall badges during the evening in case you run out of something to sew. If you’ve been diligent and your overalls don’t need any tuning or if sewing just isn’t your thing, you’re still welcome to spend the evening at OT!

NOTE: Since the sewing evening is part of the Vappu pass, you need to claim a free ticket on Kide.App for the sewing evening so that you can show you attended the event and receive your Vappu overall badge!

WHAT? Overall Badge Sewing Night
WHERE? Student Space (OT), Liikunta Building
WHEN? Tuesday 16th of April from 5 PM to 8 PM.
HOW MUCH? Free
TICKETS: Get your free ticket from Kide.App. 
WHAT TO BRING? Overalls, overall badges, sewing supplies, and a happy attitude!
WHY? Because you need to get your overalls in perfect shape for the Vappu festivities!

Welcome to kick off the Vappu week with the traditional Sports Students Band Event! The sports students’ own bands take over the stage and offer an unforgettable music experience for all students.

At the Band Event, you’ll get to enjoy live music that will get you moving and dancing in the Vappu spirit. There’s a diverse range of music styles on offer as the talented musicians from the sports students community perform their own versions of favorite songs and perhaps even their own compositions.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the Sports Students Band Event with music and friends!

WHAT? Band Event
WHERE? Freetime
WHEN? Monday 22nd of April
HOW MUCH? 3€ for members & 6€ for non-members
TICKETS: Monday 1st of April at 10 AM. Click here to get tickets!
WHY? Because the musical highlight of Vappu week is a must-experience event.

On Tuesday, it’s time to embark on an adventure in the city center of Jyväskylä and search for the VappuMatti! This fun event offers a great opportunity to enjoy the spring atmosphere with friends while competing for an exciting prize. The event features various challenges and entertainment-filled checkpoints where your team can showcase its skills and cleverness.

So, grab your friends and come search for the VappuMatti together. This adventure, even more fun than fun itself, is a fantastic way to create unforgettable moments!

WHAT? Searching for VappuMatti!
WHERE? The central of the city
WHEN? Tuesday 23rd of April
HOW MUCH? Free
TICKETS: Get your free ticket from Kide.App
WHY? Because it’s fun to explore the central of the city

The wildest Vappu excursion is back as Sporticus sets out to conquer the Särkän Märkä event in Tampere! Särkän Märkä is a student event held at Särkänniemi amusement park. During the day, you can enjoy amusement park rides and other activities, as well as live music at the event area. When the amusement park closes, buses will transport the party-goers back to the city center to continue the evening. We’re thrilled to announce that the after-party will take place at Tavara-asema, where the amazing Karri Koira will entertain us!

WHAT: Särkän Märkä 2024
WHERE: Särkänniemi, Tampere
WHEN: Thursday, April 24, 2024
PRICE: Event and bus ticket €42 (26€ + 16€) or standalone bus ticket 18€
EVENT TICKETS: Tuesday, April 26, at 10:00 AM. Link to ticket sales
BUS TICKETS: Thursday, April 4, at 10:00 AM. Link to bus ticket sales
WHY: Because Vappu calls for excursions!

LiPat is an open tournament where teams compete in various games and challenges that test creativity, physicality, and team spirit.

This year, the tournament will be held on Thursday, April 25th, starting at 11 AM at the Sports and Exercise facilities. Games may take place indoors and outdoors, so dress accordingly. The tournament will last until around 6 PM.

Gather your team of 5–10 members, with at least two genders represented, dress up according to your chosen theme, and come join the fun-filled Vappu-LiPat tournament.

The tournament is all about playing hard while having fun, so remember to play fair. One member of the team will purchase the ticket and register the team. The team name will be requested during ticket purchase. The ticket price is €6 per team.

WHAT? Riemu x Sporticus LiPat
WHERE? @Liikunta
WHEN? Thu 25.4.2024 at 11 AM
PRICE? 6€ / team
TICKETS? Sales start on 8.4.2024 at 10 AM. Click here for ticket sales.
WHY? Because a little competition sparks joy!

Maakunta-maakunta, ajelu-ajelu..

The most popular event of Vappu, maakunta-ajelu AKA Sporticus Pub-Bus-ride is here! We will jump into four buses and ride around Jyväskylä to visit the nicest pubs on Friday 26th of April. This event is super popular so be fast to get your tickets!

The buses leave at 4pm, 5pm, 6pm and 6:30pm. Tickets are initially sold only to Sporticus members for 6€, and if there are tickets remaining, ticket sales will be opened to non-members for 12€.

WHAT? Pub-Bus-ride
WHERE? All around fun places, departure from Liikunta
WHEN? Friday 26th of April at 4pm –>
HOW MUCH? 6€ for Sporticus members
TICKETS: Friday 5th of April at 10 am. Get your tickets!
WHY? Because it’s fun to ride to different places by bus!

JPS has been promoted to the Men’s Second Division for the 2024 season and will face Kuopion Elo on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 5:00 PM at Viitaniemi stadion. Let’s come together and enjoy a relaxed Saturday afternoon watching some football! Remember to show your student card when you arrive at the venue.

WHAT? JPS vs. Kuopion Elo football match
WHEN? Saturday 27th of April at 5 PM
WHERE? Viitaniemi stadion, Kisakatu 17
HOW MUCH? 3€
TICKETS? Available on Kideapp, Monday 22nd of April. Get your tickets!
WHY? Because football is best enjoyed live at the stadium!

Hello all you fierce competitors! Have you always wanted to demonstrate your athletic superiority or test your ultimate competitive fitness? Well, now is the perfect time because the toughest competitions of Vappu are coming to Jyväskylä, as members of Pörssi and Sporticus compete in the epic Vappu Olympics!

Get ready for intense battles and Vappu-themed competitions, both in individual performances and team sports. Whether your strength lies in running, jumping, throwing, or other ”less traditional” events, there’s something for everyone to get their heart pumping and elevate the Vappu spirit. Don’t be left out – join us to enjoy the exhilarating competitive spirit and the joy of Vappu celebrations!

WHAT: Sporticus x Pörssi Vappu Olympics
WHEN: 28.04.24.
WHERE: Campus athletics field
COST: 2€
DRESS CODE: Overalls + Olympic-themed attire
REGISTRATION: KideApp on 9.4. at 10 AM. Click here to get tickets!

Sporticus is organizing a sitsfest for Vappu. We have prepared an unforgettable journey to the depths of the ocean for you! The theme for the sitsfest is underwater life, so whether you’re a fisherman or the catch itself, seaweed or even a crayfish, dress up in your best theme-appropriate outfit and shine like a tropical fish!

The sitsfest will take place at Resina on Monday 29th of April at 6:00 PM. Avoid penalties by arriving on time! The word of the Toastmasters is law, and strict discipline shall prevail! Resina is a licensed premises, so bringing your own alcoholic beverages is not allowed.

The ticket price is 15€. The ticket includes entry to the event, a welcome shot, two drinks, half a pizza, and an overall badge. Resina offers a possibility to after party and karaoke after our sitsfest!

WHAT? VappuSillit
WHEN? Monday 29th of April at 6:00 PM
WHERE? Resina (Hannikaisenkatu 16 B)
HOW MUCH? €15
TICKET SALES: Monday 8th of April at 14 AM on Kide.App. Get your tickets!
DRESS CODE: Overalls + water themed outfit
WHY? Because who wouldn’t want to celebrate Vappu with a sitsfest!

Following tradition, this year too Paavo gets his cap! This moment brings together sports enthusiasts. Last year it hailed, what will the weather be like this year? Come and find out!

WHAT? Paavo’s Cap Ceremony
WHERE? At the statue of Paavo in front of the Liikunta building
WHEN? Tuesday, April 30th, 2024, at 2 PM
WHY? You can’t miss out on this wonderful tradition!

Sporticus gathers on Harju with the rest of the Vappu crowd. At the Sporticus booth, you can also redeem your Vappu badge.

WHAT? Vappu Picnic
WHERE? Harju
WHEN? Wednesday, May 1st
WHY? Because Vappu never ends.