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What to do or where to go with children? What child-friendly activities are available in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to Go This Week" series finds activity tips and suggests family-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
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- Museum tips for visiting with children can be found in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Events and Activity Tips
- Dance and Play Workshops for toddlers and their parents at the Caisa cultural center (Kaikukatu 4 B) in the Maissi room on Mondays at 9:15 am and 10:15 am.
The Dance and Play workshop inspires and guides Helsinki parents and children to make and experience dance art together. You can participate whenever it suits you, at all sessions or just some. Choose a time that works for you and arrive on time. No pre-registration required; places are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Maximum 12 participants per session. Free entry.
- Albert's Lounge is open on Mondays from 9:30 am–2 pm (International Monday).
- Family Fun Hours provide a space for pre-school-age children and their parents to move together on their own and free of charge. On Mondays, Family Fun Hours are held:
- Family Fun Hours at Tapanil Primary School (Veljestenpiha 2) on Mondays from 5–6:30 pm, January 8–April 22, 2024 (not during week 8).
Playgrounds Have Activities on Monday
- Playgrounds: Playground indoor areas are open for families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more details, check each playground's own website. Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
- At Loru Playground on Monday:
10:30–11:00 Loru's Games - an activity session for children over 1 year old
1:00–1:30 pm Cuckaloo - a baby session for under 1 year olds
3:00–3:30 pm Cuckaloo - a baby session for under 1 year olds
- Family Centers Have Activities:
- Naapuri Family Center (Kivikonkaari 11, Kivikko) - weekly program found on the center's Facebook page.
- Sahrami Family Center (Kangasalantie 11, Vallila) - weekly program found on the center's Facebook page.
- MLL's Unikko Family Center (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children ages 0–12. Read more on the center's website!
- All of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips can be found through this link.
Library Activities on Monday
- Helmet Library children's events for Monday can be found on Helmet's events page.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Events and Activity Tips
- MLL Myllypuro and Metropolia HyMy Village Family Coffee at Metropolia's Myllypuro facilities (next to the metro station) on Tuesdays from 9–11 am. Each session also features a varying program for families. Free entry.
- Baby Health Clinic Park on Tuesdays from 9:30 am–1 pm in the lower lobby of Kamppi Family Center. Free entry.
- Porvoo: The Lost Key performance at Taidetehdas (Art Factory) on Tuesday at 10:30 am. Tickets €3. It's recommended to buy tickets in advance!
- Free Tuesday at the Design Museum and Architecture Museum.
- Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12–7 pm. Small entrance fee.
Baking Karelian pasties with Museum Friends at the Kindergarten Museum from 2–4 pm.
- Art for Toddlers Workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa cultural center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays from 1:30–3:30 pm. The workshops are suitable for 1.5–3 year old children with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free entry. You can participate for the entire session or just for a short time.
- Albert's Lounge evening hangout on Tuesdays from 4:30–6:30 pm.
- MLL Myllypuro Dads' Meetup at Myllynsiivit playground on Tuesdays from 6–7:30 pm. Free entry, no pre-registration required.
- Family Fun Hours provide a space for pre-school-age children and their parents to move together on their own and free of charge. On Tuesdays, Family Fun Hours are held:
- In the Ball Mill indoor hall at Myllypuro Sports Park (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) on Tuesdays from 9:30–11:30 am and from 4–6 pm, January 9–April 23, 2024.
- At Käpylä Primary School (Mäkelänkatu 89) on Tuesdays from 5–6:30 pm, January 9–April 23, 2024 (not during weeks 11, 12, 13, and 14).
- At Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) on Tuesdays from 5–6:30 pm, January 9–April 23, 2024.
- At Merilahti Primary School in Vuosaari (Jaluspolku 3) on Tuesdays from 5–6:30 pm, January 9–April 23, 2024.
Playgrounds Have Activities on Tuesday
- Playgrounds: Playground indoor areas are open for families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more details, check each playground's own website. Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
- At Loru Playground on Tuesday:
11:00–11:30 am Stroller Gymnastics, Oodi Courtyard
3:00–3:30 pm Loru's Warmth - a baby session for under 1 year olds - MLL's Unikko Family Center (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children ages 0–12. Read more on the center's website!
- All of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips can be found through this link.
Library Activities on Tuesday
- Helmet Library children's events for Tuesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Kalevala Day
Events and Activity Tips
- MLL Laajasalo Family Coffee at Cafe Hieka on Wednesdays from 9–10:30 am.
- MLL Lauttasaari Family Coffee at Apaja youth center from 9:30–11:30 am.
- Albert's Lounge is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 am–3 pm.
- Napero Cinema at Annantalo on Wednesday from 10 am–12 pm.
- Ateneum Free Day on Wednesday from 10 am–8 pm.
- Fire Museum at the Erottaja Fire Station is open on Wednesdays from 12–4 pm. Small entrance fee.
- Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday from 12–7 pm. Small entrance fee.
- Art Break at Stoa with Evening Tea: Art Break Workshops at Stoa on Wednesday from 5–7 pm. Free entry.
- Family Fun Hours provide a space for pre-school-age children and their parents to move together on their own and free of charge. On Wednesdays, Family Fun Hours are held:
- At Kurkimäki Courtyard House (Karpalokuja 7) on Wednesdays from 9:30–11 am, January 10–April 24, 2024.
- At Kannelmäki Primary School (Runonlaulajantie 40) on Wednesdays from 5–6 pm, January 10–April 24, 2024.
Playgrounds Have Activities on Wednesday
- Playgrounds: Playground indoor areas are open for families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more details, check each playground's own website. Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
- At Loru Playground on Wednesday:
10:30 am–12:00 pm Loru Creates - crafts for all ages
1:30–3:30 pm Loru Creates - crafts for all ages - MLL's Unikko Family Center (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children ages 0–12. Read more on the center's website!
- All of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips can be found through this link.
Library Activities on Wednesday
- Helmet Library children's events for Wednesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
- For babies and parents: Baby Cinema at Kalasatama Library on Wednesday at 12 pm and 2:30 pm.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2024
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Events and Activity Tips
- Albert's Lounge is open on Thursdays from 9:30 am–3 pm.
- Art for Toddlers Workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa cultural center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays from 10 am–12 pm. The workshops are suitable for 1.5–3 year old children with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free entry. You can participate for the entire session or just for a short time.
- University of Helsinki Observatory on Tähtitorninmäki is open on Thursdays from 12–8 pm. Museum entrance fee applies.
- Family Fun Hours provide a space for pre-school-age children and their parents to move together on their own and free of charge. On Thursdays, Family Fun Hours are held:
- At Tali Sports Park soccer hall (Purotie 8) on Thursdays from 9:30–11 am, January 11–April 25, 2024.
- At Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) on Thursdays from 5–6:30 pm, January 11–April 25, 2024.
- At Malminkartano Primary School (Puustellintie 6) on Thursdays from 5–6:30 pm, January 11–April 25, 2024.
- At Porolahti Primary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) on Thursdays from 5:30–6:30 pm, January 11–April 25, 2024.
- At Pukinmäenkaar Primary School mirror hall (Kenttäkuja 12) on Thursdays from 5–6:30 pm, January 11–April 25, 2024.
Playgrounds Have Activities on Thursday
- Playgrounds: Playground indoor areas are open for families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more details, check each playground's own website. Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
- At Loru Playground on Thursday:
11:00–11:30 am Loru's Warmth - a baby session for under 1 year olds
3:00–3:30 pm Loru's Games - an activity session for children over 1 year old - Family Centers Have Activities
- Naapuri Family Center (Kivikonkaari 11, Kivikko) - weekly program found on the center's Facebook page.
- Sahrami Family Center (Kangasalantie 11, Vallila) - weekly program found on the center's Facebook page. - MLL's Unikko Family Center (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children ages 0–12. Read more on the center's website!
- All of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips can be found through this link.
Library Activities on Thursday
- Helmet Library children's events for Thursday can be found on Helmet's events page.
FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2024
Events and Activity Tips
- What should we do today? Check out tips for boring days from Pienten Helsinki!
- Albert's Lounge is open on Fridays from 9:30 am–3 pm.
- Vantaa: Little Art Mornings Art Workshops at the Children's Culture Center Pesis (Tikkurila) on Friday at 9:30 and 10:30 am. Free entry.
- MLL Pasila Family Coffee at shopping center Tripla, Fokus space on Fridays from 10 am–12 pm.
- University of Helsinki Observatory on Tähtitorninmäki is open on Friday from 12–4 pm. Museum entrance fee applies.
- Kiasma Free Day on Friday from 10 am–8 pm.
Playgrounds Have Activities on Friday
- Playgrounds: Playground indoor areas are open for families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more details, check each playground's own website. Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
- At Loru Playground on Friday:
10:30–11:30 am Loru Finds - a search activity for children over 2 years old
1:00–1:30 pm Loru's Songs - a singing session for all ages
3:00–3:30 pm Loru's Magic - a session with varying themes including play, movement, and stories for children over 2 years old
- Family Centers Have Activities
- Naapuri Family Center (Kivikonkaari 11, Kivikko) - weekly program found on the center's Facebook page.
- Sahrami Family Center (Kangasalantie 11, Vallila) - weekly program found on the center's Facebook page. - MLL's Unikko Family Center (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children ages 0–12. Read more on the center's website!
- All of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips can be found through this link.
Library Activities on Friday
- Helmet Library children's events for Friday can be found on Helmet's events page.
SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2024
Events and Activity Tips
- Helmet Library children's events for Saturday can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Vantaa: Family Fun at Myymäki sports hall on Saturday from 8:30 am–11:30 am. Free entry.
- Espoo: Hockey Day in Finland at Tapiola ice garden and surroundings on Saturday from 10 am–10 pm. Free entry.
- Commercial partnership with Movies / SF Studios: Movies for families!
The delightful family film Hay Hat, Blanket Sock, and the Chicken, which had its premiere on Friday, is a joyful film about friendship and chickens. Aarne Alligator and Jungle Friends, charming for first-time moviegoers, is a delightful animation made up of short stories (film length only 60 minutes). Tickets from €12.
- Espoo: Family Piano Concert by Iiro Komulaine at Children's Culture Center Aurora on Saturday at 11 am and 1 pm. Free entry.
- Want to go ice skating at an indoor rink? Find Helsinki and the metropolitan area's public skating times in Pienten Helsinki's theme article.
- Järvenpää: Snow Sleigh Rides at Vanhankylänniemi in Tammirannan on Saturday from 11 am–3 pm. Free entry.
- University of Helsinki Observatory on Tähtitorninmäki is open on Saturday from 12–4 pm. Museum entrance fee applies.
- Espoo: Theater Black Hole Presents: Pekka Longtail Play in Espoo Matinkylä on Saturday at 1 pm. The play's total length with intermissions is approximately 2 hours and the age recommendation is approximately 5 years and up. Tickets €15.
SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2024
Events and Activity Tips
- What should we do today? Check out tips for boring days from Pienten Helsinki!
- Family Fun Times at Tapuli sports center's gymnastics room on Sundays from 9–11 am. Tickets €5/family (payment in cash, card, or MobilePay at the venue).
- Sports Fun Hours at Sports Mill (Jauhokuja 3) in Myllypuro on Sunday from 9–10:45 am.
Sports Fun Hours offer children under 9 and their families the opportunity to move in many ways and have fun. You can arrive on your own schedule, there's room for strollers in the lobby, and you should bring your own lock for the locker. Entrance fee for adults €3.50, others €2, free for children under 9.
- Flea market! MLL Tapiola Flea Market at Tapiola School on Sunday from 10 am–12:30 pm.
- MLL Haaga Spring Fun Event at Laurinniity playground on Sunday from 10 am–1 pm. Free entry.
- Vantaa: Winter Event in Koivukylä at Rautkalli field on Sunday from 10 am–1:30 pm. Free entry.
- Braku's Spring Rush at Brahenfield in Kallio on Sunday from 10 am–3 pm. Free entry.
- Espoo: Badger's Forest Story Time at Villa Elfvik on Sunday at 11 am. Free entry.
- Great Spring Event at Laajasalo Beach on Sunday from 11 am–2 pm. Free entry, activities are paid
- Commercial partnership with Movies / SF Studios: Movies for families!
The delightful family film Hay Hat, Blanket Sock, and the Chicken, which had its premiere on Friday, is a joyful film about friendship and chickens. Aarne Alligator and Jungle Friends, charming for first-time moviegoers, is a delightful animation made up of short stories (film length only 60 minutes). Tickets from €12.
- Fire Museum at the Erottaja Fire Station is open on Sundays from 12–4 pm. Small entrance fee.
- Espoo: Children's Lion Ski at Tapiola Silkkiniity on Sunday from 1–3 pm. Free entry, event has weather contingency.
- Espoo: Pippendorf's Colorful Ghosts Play at Espoo Cultural Center (Tapiola) on Sunday at 3 pm. Tickets starting from €14.50/€13.50.
- Espoo: Theater Black Hole Presents: Pekka Longtail Play in Espoo Matinkylä on Sunday at 3 pm. The play's total length with intermissions is approximately 2 hours and the age recommendation is approximately 5 years and up. Tickets €15.
- Want to go ice skating at an indoor rink? Find Helsinki and the metropolitan area's public skating times in Pienten Helsinki's theme article.
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