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What to do or where to go with kids? What kid-friendly activities can be found in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series searches for activity tips and suggests child-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The website targets families with children under ten years old.
Photo of the large greenhouse at the Winter Garden. The Winter Garden is open Tuesdays 9am-3pm, Wednesday to Friday 12pm-3pm, and Saturdays and Sundays 12pm-4pm. Free admission. Closed Mondays.
NOTE! Always check the latest information and any
changes on the organizer's website.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Activities at libraries
Helmet library events for children this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Activities in playgrounds
Open early childhood education activities (playgrounds and family centers) have returned to normal from October 18, 2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment and outdoor toys are available for children and families. For more information, see the city's website.
Tips on the best playgrounds and a guide to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Swedish Week November 1-7, 2021
Albert's Lounge, a lovely meeting place for families with children and seniors, is located in Kamppi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Lounge is open Mondays 9:30am-2pm.
Art Clinic: Humming Reflection
Art Clinic for 3-5-year-olds at Annantalo Mondays 10am-11:30am and 12:30pm-2pm. Younger siblings, babies and toddlers can also join in the art clinic atmosphere. The activity is free.
Annantalo and Skidilä's Magic Week Monday to Friday, November 1-5, 2021 at Annantalo.
Monday 5pm-7pm program Anatomy of Ghosts – open non-stop workshop in Visual Arts Grade 1.
Family Fun at Tapanil Primary School (Veljestenpiha 2) Mondays 5pm-6:30pm from October 25 to December 13, 2021 (not December 6). Family Fun offers free, self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Activities at libraries
Helmet library events for children this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Activities in playgrounds
Open early childhood education activities (playgrounds and family centers) have returned to normal from October 18, 2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment and outdoor toys are available for children and families. For more information, see the city's website.
Tips on the best playgrounds and a guide to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Swedish Week November 1-7, 2021
Family ball games at Pallomylly indoor hall at Myllypuro sports park. In family ball games, all children under 9 play on the soft artificial grass with their own adult. Free play, stunts, running or practicing walking. Family ball games Tuesdays 9:30am-11:30am and 4pm-6pm. Free admission for the morning session, the afternoon session costs adults Pallomylly's entry fee.
Annantalo A.lava autumn music class Tuesday at 10am. Register to participate!
Annantalo and Skidilä's Magic Week Monday to Friday, November 1-5, 2021 at Annantalo.
Tuesday at 11am Tuuli Paasola's Magic Music Class at Annantalo A-stage, pre-registration required.
Children's Museum is open Tuesdays 12pm-7pm. Small admission fee.
Open studio for toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center Tuesdays weeks 37-47 (not fall break week 42) 1:30pm-3:30pm. Workshops are suitable for 1.5-3-year-old children with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission.
You can join the workshops for the whole time or just stop by for a bit.
Family Fun at Sakarinmäki Primary School in Östersundom Tuesdays 5pm-6:30pm from October 26 to December 14, 2021. Family Fun offers free, self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
Espoo: Family twilight trail Tuesday 6:30pm-8pm at Suurpelto. A marked path with reflectors runs through the forest. Children walk along the path with an adult. Bring your own flashlight/headlamp and lots of sense of adventure. How many golden eggs can you find along the way?
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Activities at libraries
Helmet library events for children this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Activities in playgrounds
Open early childhood education activities (playgrounds and family centers) have returned to normal from October 18, 2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment and outdoor toys are available for children and families. For more information, see the city's website.
Tips on the best playgrounds and a guide to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Swedish Week November 1-7, 2021
Albert's Lounge, a lovely meeting place for families with children and seniors, is located in Kamppi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Lounge is open Wednesdays 9:30am-2pm.
Fire Museum at Erottaja fire station is open Wednesdays 12pm-4pm. Small admission fee.
Children's Museum is open Wednesdays 12pm-7pm. Small admission fee.
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway at Tapiola in Länsituuli shopping center is open Wednesdays 3pm-7pm. For more detailed instructions on location, visit Alppirautatieharrastajien website.
Annantalo and Skidilä's Magic Week Monday to Friday, November 1-5, 2021 at Annantalo.
Wednesday at 5pm Ghost Bingo at Skidilä.
Making art: Spinning wild paint
Making art workshops at Annantalo Wednesdays at 5pm. The program is aimed at 6-10-year-old children with their own adult. Free admission.
Family Fun at Käpylä Primary School (Untamontie 2) Wednesdays 5pm-6:30pm from October 27 to December 15, 2021. Family Fun offers free, self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
Porvoo: Culture Kiosk at Aatos Café Wednesdays 10am-1pm. You can stop by the kiosk for just a moment or stay longer. Some of the program may be paid or require pre-registration.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Activities at libraries
Helmet library events for children this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Activities in playgrounds
Open early childhood education activities (playgrounds and family centers) have returned to normal from October 18, 2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment and outdoor toys are available for children and families. For more information, see the city's website.
Tips on the best playgrounds and a guide to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Swedish Week November 1-7, 2021
Albert's Lounge, a lovely meeting place for families with children and seniors, is located in Kamppi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Lounge is open Thursdays 9:30am-2pm.
Family Fun at Tali sports park soccer hall Thursdays 9:30am-11am from October 7 to December 16, 2021. Family Fun offers free, self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
Art Adventure at Kannelmäki youth center Thursday at 10am. Children of all ages go on an art adventure together with their own adult, painting, molding and building. Free admission, organized by Kanneltalo.
Open studio for toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center Thursdays weeks 37-47 (not fall break week 42) 10am-12pm. Workshops are suitable for 1.5-3-year-old children with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission.
You can join the workshops for the whole time or just stop by for a bit.
Annantalo and Skidilä's Magic Week Monday to Friday, November 1-5, 2021 at Annantalo.
Thursday 4pm-7pm program Little witch book - book launch party at Skidilä
Family ball games at Pallomylly indoor hall at Myllypuro sports park. In family ball games, all children under 9 play on the soft artificial grass with their own adult. Free play, stunts, running or practicing walking. Family ball games Thursdays 4pm-5pm. The afternoon session costs adults Pallomylly's entry fee.
Family Fun at Kamppi Sports Center Thursdays 5pm-6:30pm from October 7 to December 16, 2021. Family Fun offers free, self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Activities at libraries
Helmet library events for children this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Activities in playgrounds
Open early childhood education activities (playgrounds and family centers) have returned to normal from October 18, 2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment and outdoor toys are available for children and families. For more information, see the city's website.
Tips on the best playgrounds and a guide to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Annantalo and Skidilä's Magic Week Monday to Friday, November 1-5, 2021 at Annantalo.
Friday program:
12pm-12:30pm Magic Baby Disco in the party hall for the family's youngest!
5pm-6:30pm Wild Reflection - open non-stop workshop in Visual Arts Grade 1.
5:30pm-7pm Skidit Halloween Disco in the party hall!
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway at Tapiola in Länsituuli shopping center is open Fridays 3pm-7pm. For more detailed instructions on location, visit Alppirautatieharrastajien website.
Swedish Week November 1-7, 2021
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2021
All Saints' Day
Activities at libraries
Helmet library events for children this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Events and activity tips
Swedish Week November 1-7, 2021
Sports Fun at Maunula sports hall Saturday mornings 9am-10:30am. Admission fee for adults 3.50 €, children under 9 participate for free. You can arrive on your own schedule; bring your own lock for the locker.
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway at Tapiola in Länsituuli shopping center is open Saturdays 11am-6pm. For more detailed instructions on location, visit Alppirautatieharrastajien website.
Family All Saints' Day – Día de Muertos at Kanneltalo Saturday 12pm-4pm. Free admission.
Movie: Coco (7) at Kanneltalo Saturday at 12pm. Free admission.
Maritime rescue vessel All Saints' Day parade Saturday, November 6, 2021, 12pm-2:30pm.
The vessel parade departs with rescue vessel Jenny Wihuri leading from Hernesaari and performs a flag salute at the Sailors' Memorial in Eiranranta at 12:10pm. At the same time, representatives of maritime organizations lay wreaths at the Sailors' Memorial on Ursininpellonkallio. The vessels continue to the South Harbor, where they are on display for the public from 1pm-2:30pm.
Viapori Kekri at Suomenlinna for the sixth time Saturday, November 6, 2021. Admission to the event is mostly free, some of the program is paid and requires pre-registration. It's a good idea to bring your own flashlight to Suomenlinna.
Children's kekri event at Tuikke Theater premises in Tapanil Saturday, November 6, 2021, 1:30pm-4:30pm. Tickets 10 €.
Scary fun for little ones event at Stoa Cultural Center courtyard and surroundings Saturday, November 6, 2021, 3pm-6pm. This year the popular event is held outdoors, so attention should be paid to warm clothing. Some of the program requires advance registration by November 3, 2021! Free admission.
Vantaa: Martinuksen Halloween: Children's Saturday November 6, 2021, 3pm-6pm. Free admission.
Helsinki downtown Stockmann's Christmas window at the corner of Aleksanterinkatu and Keskuskatu opens Saturday at 4pm.
Children's All Saints' Day at Malmi Cemetery Saturday, November 6, 2021, 4pm-7pm.
Tuusula: Tuusula Halloween Trail at Hyrylä Jokipuisto Saturday, November 6, 2021, 4pm-9pm. Tickets 2 €.
Pogo Stick Finnish Championship at Show Pirkkola swimming hall Saturday at 5pm. Tickets 12-18 €.
Children's Halloween event Saturday 5pm-7pm at Sisselenpuisto in Herttoniemenranta. You can bring your own flashlight or lantern and dress according to the theme. Organizer: Hertsikanrannassa tapahtuu ry
MLL Puistola Flashlight Walk Saturday, November 6, 2021, 5pm-7pm at Kalkkikallio. Pre-registration is requested.
Espoo: Glowing space art workshop at Children's Cultural Center Aurora in Espoo Saturday 5pm-8pm.
Remember also! Pienten Suomi is the little sister of Pienten Helsinki, suggesting activities and experiences all around Finland. Also included are many tips for the surrounding area and day trips as well as a comprehensive list of the best playgrounds around Finland!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2021
Events and activity tips
Swedish Week November 1-7, 2021
Sports Fun at Liikuntamylly in Myllypuro Sunday mornings 9am-10:45am. Admission fee for adults 3.50 €, children under 9 participate for free. You can arrive on your own schedule, there is space for strollers in the hallway and you should bring your own lock for the locker. Read more about Pienten Helsinki's Helsinki moves - tips for activities with children.
Fire Museum at Erottaja fire station is open Sundays 12pm-4pm. Small admission fee.
Grandmother Aila's story time at Annantalo villa (Arabia) Sunday at 1pm.
MLL Pakila 95 years - Family Syysrieha at Etupelto playground Sunday 2pm-5pm.
Tips on the best playgrounds and a guide to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
