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What to do or where to go with children? What family-friendly activities can be found in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series finds activity ideas and highlights child-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
Cover image for this article: At Malminkartano apple orchard the apple trees are now in full bloom.
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Play Café playground café on the move this week:
Wednesday, May 31, 2023, Orava playground in Herttoniemi
Thursday, June 1, 2023, Etupelto playground in East Pakila
Friday, June 2, 2023, Latokasken Residents' Park in Espoo.
On Saturday, a summer café opens in Vantaa's Hämeenkylä at Tuomela School. After the spring festival, it's nice to stop by to celebrate the start of summer holidays and enjoy a lovely summer day. On opening day, a horse and pony will visit, and for a small fee, you can enjoy a short ride.
Tuomela School's summer café is also open on Sunday.
Exhibition tips for visiting with children
Vantaa: Håkansbölen Manor summer exhibitions in the outbuildings of Håkansbolen Manor (Kartanontie 1, Vantaa) are open on Saturday and Sunday from 11-16. Free admission.
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MONDAY, MAY 29, 2023
Events and activity ideas
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Albertin Living Room, an open gathering place for families at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Mondays from 9:30-14 (International Monday's).
For babies and parents: Baby nature bath at Lapinlahden Lähde on Monday at 10:00. Free admission.
At Malminkartano apple orchard (address Kartanonkaari 29, entrance is in the middle of the hedges on the park side of the street) the apple trees are now in full bloom.
Playground activities on Monday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, north end of 3rd floor) at Loru playground the following happens on Monday:
10:30-11 Animal yoga for over 2-year-olds
13-15 Crafts for all ages, Oodi 3rd floor event space
Other playgrounds announce their programs in Helsinki's city event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following playgrounds 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 incorrectly states that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school aftercare activities are organized in alternative locations.
Playgrounds announce their programs in Helsinki's city event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Monday
Helmet library children's events for Monday can be found on Helmet's event page.
TUESDAY, MAY 30, 2023
Events and activity ideas
Neuvolaparkki at Kamppi Family Center on Tuesdays from 9:30-13.
Free admission to Design Museum (Korkeavuorenkatu 23) on the last Tuesday of the month from 11-20.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12-19. Small admission fee.
At Malminkartano apple orchard (address Kartanonkaari 29, entrance is in the middle of the hedges on the park side of the street) the apple trees are now in full bloom.
Playground activities on Tuesday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, north end of 3rd floor) at Loru playground the following happens on Tuesday:
11-11:30 Stroller exercise, Oodi courtyard
15-15:30 Baby songs, Oodi 3rd floor
Other playgrounds announce their programs in Helsinki's city event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following playgrounds 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 incorrectly states that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school aftercare activities are organized in alternative locations.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Tuesday
Helmet library children's events for Tuesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2023
Events and activity ideas
Albertin Living Room, an open gathering place for families at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Wednesdays from 9:30-15.
Summer Music School on Annantalo's courtyard A stage on Tuesday at 10:30. Free admission.
Fire Museum at the Erottaja fire station is open on Wednesdays from 12-16. Small admission fee.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday from 12-19. Small admission fee.
At Malminkartano apple orchard (address Kartanonkaari 29, entrance is in the middle of the hedges on the park side of the street) the apple trees are now in full bloom.
Playground activities on Wednesday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) at Loru playground the following happens on Wednesday:
13-13:30 Baby session
15-15:30 Baby session
Other playgrounds announce their programs in Helsinki's city event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following playgrounds 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 incorrectly states that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school aftercare activities are organized in alternative locations.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Wednesday
Helmet library children's events for Wednesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2023
Events and activity ideas
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Albertin Living Room, an open gathering place for families at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Thursdays from 9:30-15.
Leimu children's music ensemble concert at Stoa Square (Turunlinnantie 1) on Thursday at 13:00. Free admission.
Race Horse Company: Motosikai - contemporary circus performance at Stoa Square (Turunlinnantie 1) on Thursday at 18:00. The performance is suitable for all ages. Free admission.
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At Malminkartano apple orchard (address Kartanonkaari 29, entrance is in the middle of the hedges on the park side of the street) the apple trees are now in full bloom.
Playground activities on Thursday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, north end of 3rd floor) at Loru playground the following happens on Thursday:
14-15 Loru spring festival – singing, games and dancing for all ages, Oodi 3rd floor event space
Other playgrounds announce their programs in Helsinki's city event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following playgrounds 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 incorrectly states that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school aftercare activities are organized in alternative locations.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Thursday
Helmet library children's events for Thursday can be found on Helmet's event page.
FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2023
Events and activity ideas
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle sailing training ship makes a port visit to Helsinki and anchors at Katajanokka pier. The ship can be visited:
Friday, June 2 from 09:00-11:30 and 15:30-19:00
Saturday, June 3 from 10:00-19:00
Guard ship Turva can be visited on Saturday, June 3 from 10:00-19:00.
Albertin Living Room, an open gathering place for families at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Fridays from 9:30-15.
Kiasma 25 years. The museum has free admission and special programs for children.
Hämeenlinna: Let's Play Pikku Kakkonen - concert in Linnanpuisto on Friday at 10:00. Free admission.
Since Pikku Kakkonen's concert tour doesn't come to the Helsinki area this year, South Finland's Pikku Kakkonen concerts are also coming to Pienten Helsinki as special performances.
Guard parade with the Finnish Defence Forces conscript band departs on Friday at 12:00 from Senate Square, marching through Market Square to the main guard post and back via Esplanade to Casern Square.
MIL-Espa: Finnish Defence Forces conscript band showband on Esplanade stage at 13:30. Free admission.
Experience Maritime Helsinki event from Friday to Sunday, June 2-4, 2023.
For example, 0-17-year-olds arriving by water via the paddle wheel ship Vispilä from Market Square travel and get free admission to Korkeasaari on Saturday, June 3, 2023.
At Malminkartano apple orchard (address Kartanonkaari 29, entrance is in the middle of the hedges on the park side of the street) the apple trees are now in full bloom.
What to do today? Check out tips for boring days on Pienten Helsinki!
Playground activities on Friday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) at Loru playground the following happens on Friday:
11-11:30 Singing session
15-15:30 Singing session
Loru playground closes for summer and activities resume in August.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following playgrounds 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.
Playgrounds announce their programs in Helsinki's city event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Friday
Helmet library children's events for Friday can be found on Helmet's event page.
SATURDAY, JUNE 3, 2023
Events and activity ideas
Experience Maritime Helsinki event from Friday to Sunday, June 2-4, 2023.
For example, 0-17-year-olds arriving by water via the paddle wheel ship Vispilä from Market Square travel and get free admission to Korkeasaari on Saturday, June 3, 2023.
Skateboard school at Kontulan skate hall on Saturday from 10:00-12:00. Suitable for all ages, with younger children accompanied by an adult. Course fee: 20 €.
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle sailing training ship makes a port visit to Helsinki and anchors at Katajanokka pier. The ship can be visited:
Saturday, June 3 from 10:00-19:00
Guard ship Turva can be visited on Saturday, June 3 from 10:00-19:00.
Vantaa: Håkansbölen Manor summer exhibitions in the outbuildings of Håkansbolen Manor (Kartanontie 1, Vantaa) are open again on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00-16:00. Free admission.
Summer Pastures - family street circus event at Kalasatama Park on Saturday and Sunday from 12:00-18:00. Free admission.
Meri-Rastila village festival at Meri-Rastila square on Saturday from 13:00-16:00.
Vantaa: Silkkitehtaan city dances in Tikkurila on Saturday from 14:00-18:00. Theatre-focused programming also for children (pre-registration required for some activities). Free admission.
Moon's Strange Summer - children's theatre performance at Tervasaari outdoor stage on Saturday at 15:00. Tickets: 5 €.
At Malminkartano apple orchard (address Kartanonkaari 29, entrance is in the middle of the hedges on the park side of the street) the apple trees are now in full bloom.
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SUNDAY, JUNE 4, 2023
Events and activity ideas
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Experience Maritime Helsinki event from Friday to Sunday, June 2-4, 2023.
Espoo: Fairy School in the surroundings of Villa Elfvik on Sunday from 10:30-12:30.
Vantaa: Håkansbölen Manor summer exhibitions in the outbuildings of Håkansbolen Manor (Kartanontie 1, Vantaa) are open again on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00-16:00. Free admission.
Fire Museum at the Erottaja fire station is open on Sundays from 12:00-16:00. Small admission fee.
Vantaa: Louhela Jam at Jokiuoma Park starting Saturday at 12:00. Children's area has programming from 12:00-17:00. Free admission.
Summer Pastures - family street circus event at Kalasatama Park on Saturday and Sunday from 12:00-18:00. Free admission.
Flea market! Sunday flea market on the grounds of Puotila Manor on Sunday from 12:00-16:00.
Classic Car Parade at Senate Square on Sunday from 13:00-16:00 (time may be subject to change). Free admission.
At Malminkartano apple orchard (address Kartanonkaari 29, entrance is in the middle of the hedges on the park side of the street) the apple trees are now in full bloom.
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