Pienten Helsinki
What to do or where to go with kids? What child-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 kid-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The website targets families with children under ten years old.
NOTE! Always check the latest event information and
any changes on the organizer's website.
MONDAY 22.11.2021
Library events
City Orchestra at your library: Lauttasaari Library on Monday at 12 p.m. Free admission.
Helmet library children's events for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Playgrounds and play spaces
Open early childhood activities (=playgrounds and family centers) return to normal as of 18.10.2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment, and outdoor toys are available to children and families. For more information, visit the city's website.
Tips for the best play places and introductions to Helsinki's newest play places can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Ice skating? The first artificial ice rinks have already opened and you can go ice skating at Oulunkylä ice rink and on the Espoo side at Tapiola Ice Garden. Free admission.
Albert's Lounge, a wonderful meeting place for families with children and seniors, is located in Kamppi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Lounge is open on Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Puppet Theater Sampo: A Surprise Gift for a Friend at Kanneltalo on Monday at 10 a.m. Tickets 12 €.
Art Clinic: Kakemono unrolls
Art Clinic for 3-5-year-olds at Annantalo on Mondays from 10-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-2 p.m. Younger siblings, babies, and toddlers can also participate and experience the art clinic atmosphere. Free activity.
Family Fun Nights at Tapanila Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) on Mondays from 5-6:30 p.m. from 25.10.-13.12.2021 (not on 6.12.). Family Fun Nights offers free self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
Commercial partnership
Tatu and Patu in Helsinki performance at Helsinki City Theatre on Monday at 6:30 p.m. Tickets 18 € - 45 €.
TUESDAY 23.11.2021
Library events
City Orchestra at your library: Viikin Library on Tuesday at 12 p.m. Free admission.
Helmet library children's events for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Children's library bus travels around the city and stops in different neighborhoods according to its schedule.
Playgrounds and play spaces
Open early childhood activities (=playgrounds and family centers) return to normal as of 18.10.2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment, and outdoor toys are available to children and families. For more information, visit the city's website.
Tips for the best play places and introductions to Helsinki's newest play places can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
MLL Myllypuro and Metropolia UAS's HyMy Village Family Café at Metropolia's premises in Myllypuro (next to the metro station) on Tuesday from 9-11 a.m. Each time there is also a program organized by Metropolia's social and health care students for families. Free admission.
Family ball games at Pallomylly indoor hall in Myllypuro sports park. During family ball games, all children under 9 years old move on soft artificial grass with their own adult. Free play, tumbling, running, or even learning to walk. Family ball games on Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. Morning ball games are free for everyone, evening ball games cost adults Pallomylly's entrance fee.
Art Clinic: Tenderly with love
Art Clinic for 3-5-year-olds at Kanneltalo on Tuesday from 10-11:30 a.m. Younger siblings, babies, and toddlers can also participate and experience the art clinic atmosphere. Free activity.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12-7 p.m. Small entrance fee.
Commercial partnership
Tatu and Patu in Helsinki performance at Helsinki City Theatre on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Tickets 18 € - 45 €.
Last week! Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops at Culture Center Caisa on Tuesdays in weeks 37-47 (not during fall break week 42) from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Workshops are suitable for 1.5-3-year-old children together with their own adult. No prior registration required, free admission.
You can attend the workshops for the full duration or just for a while at a time.
Family Fun Nights at Sakarenmäki Primary School in Östersundom on Tuesdays from 5-6:30 p.m. from 26.10.–14.12.2021. Family Fun Nights offers free self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
WEDNESDAY 24.11.2021
Library events
How the Crocodile Lost Its Tongue - book launch event at Oodi on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
City Orchestra at your library: Rikhardinkatu Library on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Free admission.
Helmet library children's events for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Playgrounds and play spaces
Open early childhood activities (=playgrounds and family centers) return to normal as of 18.10.2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment, and outdoor toys are available to children and families. For more information, visit the city's website.
Tips for the best play places and introductions to Helsinki's newest play places can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Albert's Lounge, a wonderful meeting place for families with children and seniors, is located in Kamppi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Lounge is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fire Museum at Erottaja fire station is open on Wednesdays from 12-4 p.m. Small entrance fee.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesdays from 12-7 p.m. Small entrance fee.
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway at Tapiola in Länsituuli shopping center is open on Wednesdays from 3-7 p.m. More detailed location instructions can be found on Alppirata Hobbyists' website.
Let's make art: Paper Marbling
Let's Make Art workshops at Annantalo on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. The program is aimed at 6-10-year-old children together with their own adult. Free admission.
Family Fun Nights at Käpylä Primary School (Untamontie 2) on Wednesdays from 5-6:30 p.m. from 27.10.-15.12.2021. Family Fun Nights offers free self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
Porvoo: Culture Kiosk at Aatos Café on Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. You can stop by the kiosk for just a moment or stay longer. Some activities may be paid or require prior registration.
Commercial partnership
Tatu and Patu in Helsinki performance at Helsinki City Theatre on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Tickets 18 € - 45 €.
THURSDAY 25.11.2021
Library events
Children's library bus travels around the city and stops in different neighborhoods according to its schedule.
City Orchestra at your library: Oulunkylä Library on Thursday at 12 p.m. Free admission.
Helmet library children's events for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Playgrounds and play spaces
Open early childhood activities (=playgrounds and family centers) return to normal as of 18.10.2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment, and outdoor toys are available to children and families. For more information, visit the city's website.
Tips for the best play places and introductions to Helsinki's newest play places can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Albert's Lounge, a meeting place for families with children and seniors, is located in Kamppi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Lounge is open on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Family Fun Nights at Tali sports park football hall on Thursdays from 9:30-11 a.m. from 7.10.-16.12.2021. Family Fun Nights offers free self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
Last week! Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops at Culture Center Caisa on Thursdays in weeks 37-47 (not during fall break week 42) from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Workshops are suitable for 1.5-3-year-old children together with their own adult. No prior registration required, free admission.
You can attend the workshops for the full duration or just for a while at a time.
Espoo: Baby art play at Espoo Museum of Modern Art Emma on Thursday from 12-2 p.m. Museum entrance fee.
Ice skating? The first artificial ice rinks have already opened and you can go ice skating at Oulunkylä ice rink and on the Espoo side at Tapiola Ice Garden. Free admission.
Afternoon Cinema: The Secret Life of Pets (7) at Malmitalo on Thursday at 2 p.m. Free admission.
Family ball games at Pallomylly indoor hall in Myllypuro sports park. During family ball games, all children under 9 years old move on soft artificial grass with their own adult. Free play, tumbling, running, or even learning to walk. Family ball games on Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. Evening ball games cost adults Pallomylly's entrance fee.
Family Fun Nights at Malminkartano Primary School (Puustellintie 6) on Thursdays from 5-6:30 p.m. from 11.11.-9.12.2021 (not on 2.12.2021). Family Fun Nights offers free self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
Family Fun Nights at Kamppi Sports Center on Thursdays from 5-6:30 p.m. from 7.10.-16.12.2021. Family Fun Nights offers free self-directed exercise for families with preschool-age children.
FRIDAY 26.11.2021
Library events
Helmet library children's events for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Playgrounds and play spaces
Open early childhood activities (=playgrounds and family centers) return to normal as of 18.10.2021! The indoor spaces of playgrounds and family centers, playground areas, fixed play equipment, and outdoor toys are available to children and families. For more information, visit the city's website.
Tips for the best play places and introductions to Helsinki's newest play places can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway at Tapiola in Länsituuli shopping center is open on Fridays from 3-7 p.m. More detailed location instructions can be found on Alppirata Hobbyists' website.
Ice skating? The first artificial ice rinks have already opened and you can go ice skating at Oulunkylä ice rink and on the Espoo side at Tapiola Ice Garden. Free admission.
SATURDAY 27.11.2021
Library events
Helmet library children's events for the weekend can be found on Helmet's events page.
Events and activity tips
A Day at the Fire Station events at fire stations around Finland.
Sports Fun at Maunula sports hall on Saturday mornings from 9-10:30 a.m. Adults pay 3.50 €, children under 9 play for free. You can arrive at your own time; coin-operated lockers are available at Maunula sports hall. Bring a one-euro coin for the locker.
St. Thomas Market at Market Square from 27.11.–22.12.2021. This year too, children will enjoy the traditional carousel at the market. Free admission.
Fortress Christmas opening weekend at Suomenlinna on 27.-28.11.2021.
Fortress Elf route is a self-guided task trail specially designed for children, available at Suomenlinna until Epiphany.
Kindergarten Museum Christmas is organized this year in two sessions. The first event is from 10-11:30 a.m. and the second from 12-1:30 p.m. Both events have the same content and 40 people can attend each session on a first-come, first-served basis for prior registration. You can register by emailing ebeneser(at)ebeneser.fi. You can also invite a friend's family! Remember to mention which session you will attend.
Note! Prior registration required for this event!
Ice skating? The first artificial ice rinks have already opened and you can go ice skating at Oulunkylä ice rink and on the Espoo side at Tapiola Ice Garden. Free admission.
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway at Tapiola in Länsituuli shopping center is open on Saturday from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. More detailed location instructions can be found on Alppirata Hobbyists' website.
Comic Center's Children's Saturday from 12-3 p.m. Free admission.
Christmas for the Little Ones at Helsinki City Museum and its courtyard on Saturday from 1-4 p.m. Santa Claus will also be there. Free admission.
Watch at home: The Nutcracker and the Mouse King ballet classic on Stage24 service on Saturday at 2 p.m. The performance is viewable for free!
Aleksanterinkatu Christmas Opening event at Senate Square on Saturday starting at 3 p.m. Aleksanterinkatu's Christmas lights will turn on for the 73rd time. After the festivities, the Christmas parade will depart led by Santa Claus toward Market Square.
The Senate Square stage program will also be broadcast live on Helsinki channel.
Espoo: Playhut Sakki Concert at Sello Hall on Saturday at 3 p.m. Tickets from 12 €.
Järvenpää: Bright Jäke Anniversary - light art event from 24.-28.11.2021.
Don't forget! Pienten Suomi is Pienten Helsinki's little sister, offering activity tips and experiences throughout Finland. It also includes many tips for nearby destinations and day trips, plus a comprehensive list of the best play places throughout Finland!
SUNDAY 28.11.2021
Events and activity tips
Helmet library children's events for the weekend can be found on Helmet's events page.
Sports Fun at Liikuntamylly in Myllypuro on Sunday mornings from 9-10:45 a.m. Adults pay 3.50 €, children under 9 play for free. You can arrive at your own time; strollers fit in the foyer and bring your own lock for the locker. Read more about Pienten Helsinki's Helsinki Exercise tips.
Jakomäki Christmas Land in the heart of Jakomäki on Sunday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Ice skating? The first artificial ice rinks have already opened and you can go ice skating at Oulunkylä ice rink and on the Espoo side at Tapiola Ice Garden. Free admission.
St. Thomas Market at Market Square from 27.11.–22.12.2021. This year too, children will enjoy the traditional carousel at the market. Free admission.
Fortress Christmas opening weekend at Suomenlinna on 27.-28.11.2021.
Fortress Elf route is a self-guided task trail specially designed for children, available at Suomenlinna until Epiphany.
Fire Museum at Erottaja fire station is open on Sundays from 12-4 p.m. Small entrance fee.
Vantaa: Forest Elf Adventure on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at Arboretum Friendship Park in Tikkurila Koivuhaka (at the corner of Meirantie and Läntinen Valkoisenlähteentie, across from Viherpaja). Free admission.
Järvenpää: Bright Jäke Anniversary - light art event from 24.-28.11.2021.
Tips for the best play places and introductions to Helsinki's newest play places can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
