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Ascension Day 25.5.2017 activity ideas for little ones
On Ascension Day, there are only a handful of activities suitable for children compared to the previous weekend, but the promised summery weather is perfect for independent adventures. Kids' Helsinki has listed Ascension Day events plus a few tips for spending a spring day off, as many museums are closed for Ascension Day.
Water Traffic Day on Helsinki's outer islands Pihlajasaari and Kaunissaari
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| Pihlajasaari cliffs |
Nature trails, fishing and treats at Kaunissaari café Kaunissaari offers fishing lessons and the island’s café serves archipelago delicacies. Each participant receives a fishing rod and bait in addition to fishing tips. Kaunissaari keeps you busy all Ascension Day, as the island is 2 kilometers long and 800 meters wide with diverse flora and fauna and good fishing waters. The island also has a nature trail where you can learn more about the island’s nature.
Pihlajasaari just 10-15 minutes away by water bus Charming Pihlajasaari has a café offering delicacies, and you can test your nature knowledge on Pihlajasaari’s nature trail. During Water Traffic Day, the beach features 30-minute beach fitness classes and beach football. Pihlajasaari’s Aalto sauna will be heated to celebrate the holiday.
More information about Water Traffic Day
Children's Athletic Hawks event 10-14 Arena Center, Alakiventie 2
SC Hawks organizes a free Hawks event on Ascension Day. The event offers families the opportunity to explore various sports and athletic disciplines easily and conveniently under one roof. The event features opportunities to try: football, kendo, basketball, self-defense, baseball, floorball, dance, gymnastics and track and field. Also included is the indoor play area Leikkiluola with bouncy castles!More information about the event
Open gymnastics trial stations 10-15 Töölö Sports Hall
The Finnish Gymnastics Association organizes free and open trial stations for all ages interested in gymnastics at Töölö Sports Hall. The trial stations are suitable for everyone. Come along and have a fun time with your friends and family!More information about the event
Tips for independent adventures on Ascension Day
Adventure to Uutela, Sipoonkorpi or Suomenlinna
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| On nature trails you can spot butterflies and much more. |
Sipoonkorpi National Park is right on the Helsinki border. The area also has the specially designed Ponun Perinnepostia nature trail (1.4 km) for children, where small hikers are considered through trail choices and activities. Pack a picnic!
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| Nature in Sipoonkorpi |
More information Uutela nature trails Café Kampela Sipoonkorpi National Park Suomenlinna
Korkeasaari Zoo
Korkeasaari is an excellent excursion destination before summer holiday crowds. The animals are at their liveliest now and there's plenty to see and do on a nice day. Place to bring your own food, nice changing facilities and various cafés and restaurants. You can reach Korkeasaari by ferry from Market Square or Hakaniemi (separate fee) or via the Mustikkamaa bridge. Admission 12€/6€/under 4 free
Angry Birds playgrounds nearby in Espoo
Leppävaara, Oittaa and Suurpelto
You can also spend the day off by taking a trip to neighboring Espoo, which has three great Angry Birds themed parks. For young children, the Oittaa and Leppävaara parks work best, while the Suurpelto park is designed for older children. Oittaa also offers excellent outdoor activities, and the Leppävaara park is located in the middle of a sports park.
