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What to do or where to go with children? What kid-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series looks for activity tips and suggests family-friendly events and things to do in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
The article's cover image shows the renovated Hakaniemi market hall, which is also a nice spot to visit with children.
* Commercial collaboration with Play Café play park café.
Play Café play park café opens this week at:
Thursday, May 4, 2023 at play park Orava, Herttoniemi.
Friday, May 5, 2023 at play park Etupelto, Itä-Pakila.
Saturday, May 6, 2023 Play Café opens at Tuomelan School playground (Vantaa).
At Tuomelan School playground you'll find swings and a climbing structure as well as a large ball field. A few hundred meters away there's also a nice play park. And if you'd like to venture a bit into the forest, there's a delightful nature trail starting right near the school, Soltorpin trail, which is about a kilometer long and suitable for the whole family including little ones.
Exhibition tips for children
Farewell to the old exhibition. The Päivälehti Museum is being renovated this year. The current permanent exhibition from 2015 is on display until Wednesday May 3, 2023, after which the museum will close for renovation work. The renovated museum will open in November 2023.
Museum tips for children can be found in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
Espoo: Moving - Espoo Fine Arts School final works exhibitions and basic groups exhibition at Ainoa Tapiola shopping center April 6 - May 14, 2023. Free admission.
TUESDAY, MAY 2, 2023
Events and activity tips
Haltialan farm's sheep barn is open until the move to outdoor pasture on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-12pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-1pm.
Health clinic park at Kamppi Family Center on Tuesdays 9:30am-1pm.
Trick Tuesday at Resident House Ankkuri in Herttoniemenranta on Tuesday at 10am. Free admission.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays 12pm-7pm. Small admission fee.
Art for Toddlers Workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Culture Center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays 1:30pm-3:30pm. Workshops are suitable for children aged 1.5-3 years with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission. You can attend the workshops for the full duration or just drop in for a bit.
Farewell to the old exhibition. The Päivälehti Museum is being renovated this year. The current permanent exhibition from 2015 is on display until Wednesday, May 3, 2023, after which the museum will close for renovation work and the renovated museum will open in November 2023.
Activities in play parks on Tuesday
At Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) at play park Loru activities on Tuesday include:
11am-11:30am Stroller gymnastics, Oodi courtyard
3pm-3:30pm Loru songs – music session for all ages, Oodi 3rd floor
From January 9 - June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and afternoon activities for schoolchildren are only provided in alternative venues.
Play parks inform about their programs on the City of Helsinki's events calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to the newest play areas can be found at Pienten Helsinki.
Library events on Tuesday
Helmet library children's events on Tuesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 3, 2023
Events and activity tips
Albertin's living room, a family meeting place open to everyone at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Wednesdays 9:30am-3pm.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Wednesdays 12pm-4pm. Small admission fee.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday 12pm-7pm. Small admission fee.
Last day open! Farewell to the old exhibition. The Päivälehti Museum is being renovated this year. The current permanent exhibition from 2015 is on display until Wednesday, May 3, 2023, after which the museum will close for renovation work and the renovated museum will open in November 2023.
Activities in play parks on Wednesday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) at play park Loru activities on Wednesday include:
11am-1pm Loru creates – making Mother's Day cards
2pm-3:30pm Loru creates – making Mother's Day cards
From January 9 - June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and afternoon activities for schoolchildren are only provided in alternative venues.
Play parks inform about their programs on the City of Helsinki's events calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to the newest play areas can be found at Pienten Helsinki.
Library events on Wednesday
KiVa Emotion Trail at Central Library Oodi on Wednesday at 6pm.
Helmet library children's events on Wednesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
THURSDAY, MAY 4, 2023
Events and activity tips
Migrating Birds – Bird Guidance at the Kaisaniemi Botanical Garden on Thursday at 9:30am and 3:30pm. The walking tour starts from the botanical gardens greenhouse and lasts about 45 minutes. Suitable for all ages. Free admission.
Haltialan farm's sheep barn opens to the public on April 13, 2023. The barn is open until the move to outdoor pasture on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-12pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-1pm.
Albertin's living room, a family meeting place open to everyone at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Thursdays 9:30am-3pm.
Art for Toddlers Workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Culture Center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays 10am-12pm. Workshops are suitable for children aged 1.5-3 years with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission. You can attend the workshops for the full duration or just drop in for a bit.
Activities in play parks on Thursday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) at play park Loru activities on Thursday include:
11am-11:30am Move with baby - active movement and dance
3pm-3:30pm Loru's games – play and fun for over 1-year-olds
From January 9 - June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and afternoon activities for schoolchildren are only provided in alternative venues.
Play parks inform about their programs on the City of Helsinki's events calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to the newest play areas can be found at Pienten Helsinki.
Library events on Thursday
Helmet library children's events on Thursday can be found on Helmet's events page.
FRIDAY, MAY 5, 2023
Events and activity tips
Albertin's living room, a family meeting place open to everyone at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Fridays 9:30am-3pm.
Espoo: Little Ones' Friday: Diving – theater performance at Children's Culture Center Aurora on Friday at 10am. Tickets 10 €.
Demonstration for causes important to you at Parliament House on Friday 2pm-3pm. A 12-year-old girl is organizing a demonstration with a few friends for causes important to her. Come if you want to participate and show your support for something important to you. The cause can be anything, for example environmental protection issues, opposition to war, and equality among people.
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Activities in play parks on Friday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) at play park Loru activities on Friday include:
11am-11:30am Loru's waves – story-based play session for over 2-year-olds
11am-1:30pm Loru's warmth - baby session for under 1-year-olds
3pm-3:30pm Loru's warmth - baby session for under 1-year-olds
From January 9 - June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and afternoon activities for schoolchildren are only provided in alternative venues.
Play parks inform about their programs on the City of Helsinki's events calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to the newest play areas can be found at Pienten Helsinki.
Library events on Friday
Helmet library children's events on Friday can be found on Helmet's events page.
SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023
Events and activity tips
Kallio in Bloom: Yard Event at Daycare Alppimaja (Castreninkatu 28) on Saturday 9am-12pm. Program includes flea market, snack bar, fishing and raffle. Proceeds support the daycare's activities. Free admission.
Migrating Birds – Bird Guidance at the Kaisaniemi Botanical Garden on Saturday at 9:30am and 3:30pm. The walking tour starts from the botanical gardens greenhouse and lasts about 45 minutes. Suitable for all ages. Free admission.
Skateboard school at Kontula skateboard hall on Saturday 10am-12pm. Suitable for all ages, with younger children accompanied by an adult. Course fee 20 €.
Haltialan farm's sheep barn is open until the move to outdoor pasture on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-12pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-1pm.
Espoo: Adventuring Families Gather at Oittaa Outdoor Center on Saturday 10am-1pm. Free admission.
Puistokatu 4: Summer Season Opening on Saturday 10am-3pm. This free family event in the courtyard has live music, guided house tours, information about bees and opening of the vegetable garden. Additionally, 200 birch, pine and spruce saplings will be distributed as part of the Million Trees initiative. Free admission.
Calf Descent at Viiki Research Farm on Saturday 10:30am-1pm. Cattle head to summer pasture from 11:15am onwards. Free admission.
Espoo: Ebeli: Magic of Jazz! at Children's Culture Center Aurora on Saturday at 11am. Free admission.
Resonant House at Karjala House on Saturday 11am-2pm. Instrument trial, music and dance performances, visual arts and other fun for children and young people! Free admission.
Kallio in Bloom - Block Dances at Karhupuisto on Saturday 11am-6pm. Free admission
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Library events on Saturday
Kallio in Bloom: Poetry Picnic - Poetry Event for children and families at Kallio Library on Saturday 10:30am-2:30pm.
Helmet library children's events on Saturday can be found on the library's events page.
SUNDAY, MAY 7, 2023
Events and activity tips
Helmet library children's events on Sunday can be found on the library's events page.
Espoo: Family Day at Mankaa School gym on Sunday 10am-12pm. Free admission.
Haltialan farm's sheep barn opens to the public on April 13, 2023. The barn is open until the move to outdoor pasture on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-12pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-1pm.
Kallio in Bloom: Open House Day at Kallio Music School (Agricolankatu 4) on Sunday 10am-2pm. Free admission.
Flea market! Old Herttoniemi Yard Flea Market around Herttoniemi courtyards and parks on Sunday 10am-4pm.
Espoo: Badger's Forest Fairy Tale Hour at Villa Elfvik on Sunday at 11am. Free admission.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Sundays 12pm-4pm. Small admission fee.
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