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What to do or where to go with children? What child-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series finds activity tips and suggests child-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The website is aimed at families with children under ten years old.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2022
Events and activity tips
Helsinki Herring Market at Market Square October 2-8, 2022.
Alberto's Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Mondays 9:30 am-2 pm (International Monday's).
Dance and Play Workshop for toddlers, children and their guardians at Caisa Cultural Centre on Monday at 10 am and 11 am. Free admission, no pre-registration required, places filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Art Clinic: Mur-bear in the Forest
Art Clinic for ages 3-5 at Annantalo on Mondays 10-11:30 am and 12:30-2 pm. Younger siblings, babies and toddlers can also join to experience the art clinic atmosphere. Free admission.
Family Fun at Tapanil Primary School (Veljestenpiha 2) on Mondays 5-6:30 pm from September 5 to December 12, 2022. Free admission.
Skidipeli in Malmitalo's lobby September 24-October 8, 2022. Weekdays 9 am-3 pm the game is for 4th graders, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play independently.
Titmouse Time Exhibition at the Daily Newspaper Museum May 20-October 30, 2022. The Daily Newspaper Museum has free admission.
Finlandia Circus at Kaisaniemi Park until October 23, 2022. Admission fee.
Activities at playgrounds on Monday
Helsinki city playgrounds' autumn season has started. More detailed information about morning sessions and other programs from the playgrounds' own websites.
Tips on Helsinki's best play areas and Helsinki's newest play areas can be found at Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Monday
Helmet library events for children on Monday can be found on Helmet's events page.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2022
Events and activity tips
Helsinki Herring Market at Market Square October 2-8, 2022.
MLL Myllypuro and Metropolia UAS HyMy Village Family Café at Metropolia premises in Myllypuro (next to the metro station) on Tuesday 9-11 am. Each session also includes varying programs for families. Free admission.
Family Fun at Pallomylly indoor hall at Myllypuro Sports Park. In family ball play, all children under 9 move on soft artificial turf with their own adult. Free play, stunts, running or learning to walk. Family Fun on Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 am and 4-6 pm from September 5 to December 16, 2022 (not in weeks 41 and 42). Free admission.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays 12-7 pm. Small admission fee.
Art for Toddlers Workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Centre on Tuesdays 1:30-3:30 pm. Workshops are suitable for children ages 1.5-3 with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission. You can join the workshops for the whole time or just for a moment.
Family Fun at Kankarepuisto Primary School (Jakomäenpolku 6) on Tuesdays 5-6 pm from
September 5 to December 16, 2022 (not in week 42). Free admission.
Family Fun at Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) on Tuesdays 5-6:30 pm from September 5 to December 16, 2022 (not in week 42). Free admission.
Skidipeli in Malmitalo's lobby September 24-October 8, 2022. Weekdays 9 am-3 pm the game is for 4th graders, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play independently.
Finlandia Circus at Kaisaniemi Park until October 23, 2022. Admission fee.
Activities at playgrounds on Tuesday
Helsinki city playgrounds' autumn season has started. More detailed information about morning sessions and other programs from the playgrounds' own websites.
Tips on Helsinki's best play areas and Helsinki's newest play areas can be found at Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Tuesday
Helmet library events for children on Tuesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2022
Events and activity tips
Helsinki Herring Market at Market Square October 2-8, 2022.
Alberto's Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Wednesdays 9:30 am-3 pm.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Wednesdays 12-4 pm. Small admission fee.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesdays 12-7 pm. Small admission fee.
Wednesday Unhurried Gallery Workshops at Vuotalo lobby on Wednesday 4-6 pm. Free admission.
Family Fun at Käpylä Primary School (Untamontie 2) on Wednesdays 5-6:30 pm from September 7 to December 14, 2022. Free admission.
Skidipeli in Malmitalo's lobby September 24-October 8, 2022. Weekdays 9 am-3 pm the game is for 4th graders, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play independently.
Titmouse Time Exhibition at the Daily Newspaper Museum May 20-October 30, 2022. The Daily Newspaper Museum has free admission.
Finlandia Circus at Kaisaniemi Park until October 23, 2022. Admission fee.
Activities at playgrounds on Wednesday
Helsinki city playgrounds' autumn season has started. More detailed information about morning sessions and other programs from the playgrounds' own websites.
Library activities on Wednesday
For babies and parents! BabyKino at Kallio Library. You can bring your baby to the movies on Wednesdays at 12 pm and 2:30 pm. BabyKino's own Facebook group can be found here, where, for example, the week's film is published and voting for future programs. More information can also be found on BabyKino's Facebook page.
Helmet library events for children on Wednesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2022
Events and activity tips
Helsinki Herring Market at Market Square October 2-8, 2022.
Family Fun at Kurkimäki Block House (Karpalokuja 7) on Thursdays 9:30-11 am from September 8 to December 1 (not in week 42). Free admission.
Family Fun at Tali Sports Park football hall (Purotie 8) on Thursdays 9:30-11 am from September 8 to December 15, 2022. Free admission.
Alberto's Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Thursdays 9:30 am-3 pm.
Art for Toddlers Workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Centre on Thursdays 10 am-12 pm. Workshops are suitable for children ages 1.5-3 with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission. You can join the workshops for the whole time or just for a moment.
Art Clinic: Sunflowers and Wool Socks at Maunula Hall on Thursday 10-11:30 am. Age recommendation 3-5 years old with their own adult. Pre-registration is requested for Maunula Hall's art clinic.
Art Adventure at Kannelmäki Youth Centre on Thursday 10 am-1 pm. Free admission.
Family Fun at Pallomylly indoor hall at Myllypuro Sports Park. In family ball play, all children under 9 move on soft artificial turf with their own adult. Free play, stunts, running or learning to walk. Family Fun on Thursday 4-5 pm from September 5 to December 16, 2022 (not in weeks 41 and 42). Free admission.
Family Fun at Porolahti Primary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) on Thursdays 5-6:30 pm from September 22 to December 16, 2022. Free admission.
Family Fun at Pukinmäenkaari Primary School (Kenttäkuja 12) on Thursdays 5-6:30 pm from September 8 to December 15, 2022. Free admission.
Family Fun at Malminkartano Primary School (Puustellintie 6) on Thursdays 5-6:30 pm from September 8 to December 15, 2022. Free admission.
Family Fun at Kampi Sports Centre (Malminkatu 3) on Thursdays 5-6:30 pm from September 8 to December 15, 2022. Free admission.
Espoo: Reflektor Light Art Event at Espoo Centre October 6-9, 2022, 6-11 pm. Free admission.
Titmouse Time Exhibition at the Daily Newspaper Museum May 20-October 30, 2022. The Daily Newspaper Museum has free admission.
Skidipeli in Malmitalo's lobby September 24-October 8, 2022. Weekdays 9 am-3 pm the game is for 4th graders, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play independently.
Finlandia Circus at Kaisaniemi Park until October 23, 2022. Admission fee.
Activities at playgrounds on Thursday
Helsinki city playgrounds' autumn season has started. More detailed information about morning sessions and other programs from the playgrounds' own websites.
Tips on Helsinki's best play areas and Helsinki's newest play areas can be found at Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Thursday
Helmet library events for children on Thursday can be found on Helmet's events page.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2022
Events and activity tips
Helsinki Herring Market at Market Square October 2-8, 2022.
Alberto's Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Fridays 9:30 am-3 pm.
Silo Sounds: Ipnos – Whisper of Birds Light and Sound Art Installation at Oil Tank 468 in Kruunuvuorenranta Friday to Sunday 5-10 pm. Free admission.
Espoo: Reflektor Light Art Event at Espoo Centre October 6-9, 2022, 6-11 pm. Free admission.
Skidipeli in Malmitalo's lobby September 24-October 8, 2022. Weekdays 9 am-3 pm the game is for 4th graders, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play independently.
Espoo: Mauri Kunnas Exhibition at WeeGee Exhibition Centre starting October 7, 2022.
Exhibition opening takes place October 7-9, 2022. Museum admission fee, free entry Friday 5-8 pm.
Finlandia Circus at Kaisaniemi Park until October 23, 2022. Admission fee.
Activities at playgrounds on Friday
Helsinki city playgrounds' autumn season has started. More detailed information about morning sessions and other programs from the playgrounds' own websites.
Tips on Helsinki's best play areas and Helsinki's newest play areas can be found at Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Friday
Helmet library events for children on Friday can be found on Helmet's events page.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2022
Events and activity tips
Helsinki Herring Market at Market Square October 2-8, 2022.
Flea market! MLL's Children's Clothing and Accessories Flea Market at Kanneltalo on Saturday 10 am-2 pm.
Family Carnival at Helsinki Mission premises on Albertinkatu on Saturday 10 am-3 pm. Free admission.
Children's DanceAbility - dance classes for all kinds of children at Annantalo on Saturday at 2 pm. Free admission.
Helios Cinema: Pelle Hermanni Film (S) at Malmitalo on Saturday at 3 pm. Tickets 7.50 €.
Espoo: Mauri Kunnas Exhibition at WeeGee Exhibition Centre starting October 7, 2022. Museum admission fee.
Sunday's Traditional Sailing Ship Day begins in part on Saturday, when traditional ships sail Tervasaari Barrel sailing competition off Helsinki. After the competition, the vessels gather for the Ships in Parade, which brings the sailing ships in a parade to South Harbor after the competition around 4 pm. The best spots for the public to watch the race finish and the parade are Kaivopuisto and Katajanokka beaches. After the parade, the vessels moor at South Harbor in the Cholera Pool and its surroundings for Sunday's traditional Sailing Ship Day.
Silo Sounds: Ipnos – Whisper of Birds Light and Sound Art Installation at Oil Tank 468 in Kruunuvuorenranta Friday to Sunday 5-10 pm. Free admission.
Espoo: Reflektor Light Art Event at Espoo Centre October 6-9, 2022, 6-11 pm. Free admission.
Skidipeli in Malmitalo's lobby September 24-October 8, 2022. Weekdays 9 am-3 pm the game is for 4th graders, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play independently.
Espoo: Mauri Kunnas Exhibition at WeeGee Exhibition Centre starting October 7, 2022.
Exhibition opening takes place October 7-9, 2022. Museum admission fee.
Finlandia Circus at Kaisaniemi Park until October 23, 2022. Admission fee.
Library activities on Saturday
Helmet library events for children on Saturday can be found on libraries' events page
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2022
Events and activity tips
Sports Fun at Sports Mill in Myllypuro on Sunday 9-10:45 am. You can arrive according to your own schedule, there's room for strollers in the lobby and it's a good idea to bring your own lock for the locker. Admission fee for adults 3.50 €, others 2 €, free admission for children under 9.
Flea market! MLL Pihlajamäki Children's Clothing Flea Market at Pihlajamäki Primary School on Sunday 10 am-1 pm.
Traditional Sailing Ship Day at Market Square on Sunday 10 am-4 pm. Free admission.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Sundays 12-4 pm. Small admission fee.
Armas Festival: Stoa's Armas Sunday at Stoa on Sunday 12-4 pm. Partially ticketed.
Silo Sounds: Ipnos – Whisper of Birds Light and Sound Art Installation at Oil Tank 468 in Kruunuvuorenranta Friday to Sunday 5-10 pm. Free admission.
Espoo: Reflektor Light Art Event at Espoo Centre October 6-9, 2022, 6-11 pm. Free admission.
Titmouse Time Exhibition at the Daily Newspaper Museum May 20-October 30, 2022. The Daily Newspaper Museum has free admission.
Espoo: Mauri Kunnas Exhibition at WeeGee Exhibition Centre starting October 7, 2022.
Exhibition opening takes place October 7-9, 2022. Museum admission fee.
Finlandia Circus at Kaisaniemi Park until October 23, 2022. Admission fee.
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