In this section we have attempted to briefly sum up the program and structure of the Tomatkarnevalen event so that you know what to expect if you have never participated before.
The event consists of program arranged on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the center of Närpes.
An activity day for associations is arranged on Wednesday. The main idea of the day is to give associations an opportunity to present their activities and people can try out an activity in practice. In 2024, you could try activities such as hobby horsing, graffiti painting and orientation. The event will be arranged in the evening.
On Thursday we usually arrange a light-hearted contest called Tomatolympiaden. In this event local associations and companies compete for the winning title by completing various playful challenges and solving riddles. The winner in the summer of 2024 was Kraft Hockey. The contest will be arranged in the evening.
On Friday and Saturday there is a lot happening on the main stage with performaces from artists and groups. A traditional feature is Närpes School Brass Band. Over the years artists such as Sofie Lundell, KAJ, Lasse Eriksson, Philip Järvenpää and Krista Siegfrids have performed during Tomatkarnevalen. In the area there will also be market sales, food stands, a beer tent and evening parties arranged by the Tomatkarnevalen Entertainment and various other program items organised by locals. On Saturday a Pride parade is also arranged.
On Friday and Saturday program is arranged both in daytime and in the evening.
Tomatkarnevalen was arranged for the first time in Närpes on August 1, 1982. Over the years, the event has developed regarding both organizers and program. If you are interested in learning more about the history of the event, read more under the section History.