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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 searches for activity tips and suggests child-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
The cover image shows Helmet's children's library bus Stoori, which travels around the city on a regular schedule and also visits events and playgrounds. In addition to Stoori, you can also see the Skidi library bus on the routes. The schedule for the library buses can be found on Helmet's website.
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Current topics right now
- Want to go ice skating? You'll find public skating times at ice halls in Helsinki and the metro area in Pienten Helsinki's theme article.
- Museum tips for visiting with children can be found in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!
- Did you know you can borrow museum tickets from the library?
From Viiki Library you can borrow admission tickets to the Natural History Museum: family tickets (2 adults, 4 children) or single tickets. The loan period is 7 days. Admission tickets cannot be reserved in advance.
- Pienten Helsinki has been awarded the Helsinki Cultural Achievement 2023 award!
MONDAY, MARCH 4, 2024
Events and activity tips
- Dance and Play workshops for toddlers and their parents at the Maassi space at cultural center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Mondays at 9:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
The Dance and Play workshop inspires and guides Helsinki families with children to create and experience dance art together. You can participate in the workshop instruction whenever it suits you, for 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. Up to 12 people can fit. Free entry.
- Library concert on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at Herttoniemi Library. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- Albertin Lounge is open on Mondays from 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (International Monday).
- Family Hubbubs offer children under school age and their parents a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. On Mondays, Family Hubbubs are held:
- Family Hubbubs at Tapanil Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) on Mondays from 5–6:30 p.m. from January 8–April 22, 2024.
Activities at playgrounds on Monday
- Playgrounds: Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 a.m.–12 p.m., afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information is available on the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
- Loru playground's program for week 10 had not yet been found, so there was no complete certainty about the program at the time of publication.
At Loru Playground on Monday:
10:30–11:00 Loru Games - an activity session for children over 1 year old
1:00–1:30 p.m. Kukkuluuruu - a baby session for children under 1 year old
3:00–3:30 p.m. Kukkuluuruu - a baby session for children under 1 year old
- Activities at family centers:
- Family Center Naapuri (Kivikonkaari 11, Kivikko) weekly program can be found on the center's Facebook page.
- Family Center Sahrami (Kangasalantie 11, Vallila) weekly program can be found on the center's Facebook page.
- MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0-12. Read more on the family center's website!
- You can find all of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips through this link.
Activities at libraries on Monday
- Helmet library children's events for Monday can be found on Helmet's events page.
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024
Events and activity tips
- Metropolia's HyMy Village Family Café at Myllypuro's Metropolia premises (next to the metro station) on Tuesday from 9–11 a.m. Each session also features varying programs for families. Free entry.
- Library concert on Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. at Itäkeskus Library. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- Neuvolaparkki on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the lower hall of Kamppi Family Center. Free entry.
- Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12–7 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Art for Toddlers workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at cultural center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. The workshops are suitable for children aged 1.5–3 years with their own adult. No pre-registration, free entry. You can stay for the entire workshop or just for a short time each time.
- Albertin Lounge's evening gathering on Tuesdays from 4:30–6:30 p.m.
- Library concert on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Vuosaari Library. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- MLL Myllypuro Dads' Meet-up at Myllynsiippy playground on Tuesdays from 6–7:30 p.m. Free entry, no pre-registration required.
- Family Hubbubs offer children under school age and their parents a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. On Tuesdays, Family Hubbubs are held:
- At Pallomylly indoor hall at Myllypuro Sports Park (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) on Tuesdays from 9:30–11:30 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. from January 9–April 23, 2024.- At Käpylä Elementary School (Mäkelänkatu 89) on Tuesdays from 5–6:30 p.m. from January 9–April 23, 2024
(NOT on weeks 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14).
- At Sakarinmäki Elementary School (Knutersintie 924) on Tuesdays from 5–6:30 p.m. from January 9–April 23, 2024.
- At Merilahti Elementary School in Vuosaari (Jaluspolku 3) on Tuesdays from 5–6:30 p.m. from January 9–April 23, 2024.
Activities at playgrounds on Tuesday
- Playgrounds: Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 a.m.–12 p.m., afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information is available on the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Loru playground's program for week 10 had not yet been found, so there was no complete certainty about the program at the time of publication. - At Loru Playground on Tuesday:
11:00–11:30 Stroller Gym, Oodi Courtyard
3:00–3:30 p.m. Loru's Warmth - a baby session for children under 1 year old - MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0-12. Read more on the family center's website!
- You can find all of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips through this link.
Activities at libraries on Tuesday
- Helmet library children's events for Tuesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 2024
Events and activity tips
- MLL Laajasalo Family Café at Cafe Hieka on Wednesdays from 9–10:30 a.m.
- MLL Lauttasaari Family Café at youth center Apaja from 9:30–11:30 a.m.
- Albertin Lounge is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Naperokino at Annantalo on Wednesday from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Wednesdays from 12–4 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday from 12–7 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Library concert on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at Central Library Oodi. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- Library concert on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at Roihuvuori Library. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- Family Hubbubs offer children under school age and their parents a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. On Wednesdays, Family Hubbubs are held:
- At Kurkimäki Row House (Karpalokuja 7) on Wednesdays from 9:30–11 a.m. from January 10–April 24, 2024.
- At Kannelmäki Elementary School (Runonlaulajantie 40) on Wednesdays from 5–6 p.m. from January 10–April 24, 2024.
Activities at playgrounds on Wednesday
- Playgrounds: Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 a.m.–12 p.m., afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information is available on the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Loru playground's program for week 10 had not yet been found, so there was no complete certainty about the program at the time of publication. - At Loru Playground on Wednesday:
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Loru Creates - crafts for all ages
1:30–3:30 p.m. Loru Creates - crafts for all ages - MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0-12. Read more on the family center's website!
- You can find all of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips through this link.
Activities at libraries on Wednesday
- Helmet library children's events for Wednesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2024
Events and activity tips
- Library concert on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Myllypuro Library. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- Albertin Lounge is open on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Art for Toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at cultural center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. The workshops are suitable for children aged 1.5–3 years with their own adult. No pre-registration, free entry. You can stay for the entire workshop or just for a short time each time.
- Observatory of the University of Helsinki at Tähtitorninmäki is open on Thursdays from 12–8 p.m. Museum admission fee.
- Library concert on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at Laajasalo Library. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- Flight concert on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at Roihuvuori Church. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- Family Hubbubs offer children under school age and their parents a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. On Thursdays, Family Hubbubs are held:
- At Tali Sports Park Football Hall (Purotie 8) on Thursdays from 9:30–11 a.m. from January 11–April 25, 2024.
- At Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) on Thursdays from 5–6:30 p.m. from January 11–April 25, 2024.
- At Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) on Thursdays from 5–6:30 p.m. from January 11–April 25, 2024.
- At Porolahti Elementary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) on Thursdays from 5:30–6:30 p.m. from January 11–April 25, 2024.
- At Pukinmäkikangas Elementary School Mirror Hall (Kenttäkuja 12) on Thursdays from 5–6:30 p.m. from
January 11–April 25, 2024.
Activities at playgrounds on Thursday
- Playgrounds: Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 a.m.–12 p.m., afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information is available on the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Loru playground's program for week 10 had not yet been found, so there was no complete certainty about the program at the time of publication. - At Loru Playground on Thursday:
11–11:30 a.m. Loru's Warmth - a baby session for children under 1 year old
3–3:30 p.m. Loru Games - an activity session for children over 1 year old - Activities at family centers
- Family Center Naapuri (Kivikonkaari 11, Kivikko) weekly program can be found on the center's Facebook page.
- Family Center Sahrami (Kangasalantie 11, Vallila) weekly program can be found on the center's Facebook page. - MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0-12. Read more on the family center's website!
- You can find all of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips through this link.
Activities at libraries on Thursday
- Helmet library children's events for Thursday can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Family Garden Day at Viiki Library on Thursday from 4:30–6:30 p.m. Free entry.
FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2024
International Women's Day
Events and activity tips
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- Library concert on Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Kontula Library. The event is part of the "Music for Everyone" series, where teachers and students from East Helsinki Music Institute present musical performances and group singing games for children. Free entry.
- Vantaa: Little Art Mornings' Bug Jams at Children's Culture Center Pessi (Tikkurila) on Friday at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. Free entry.
- Albertin Lounge is open on Fridays from 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- In Swedish! Småtting på bibban at Oodi on Friday from 10–11 a.m.
- MLL Pasila Family Café at Tripla shopping center's Fokus space on Fridays from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Observatory of the University of Helsinki at Tähtitorninmäki is open on Friday from 12–4 p.m. Museum admission fee.
Activities at playgrounds on Friday
- Playgrounds: Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 a.m.–12 p.m., afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information is available on the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Loru playground's program for week 10 had not yet been found, so there was no complete certainty about the program at the time of publication. - At Loru Playground on Friday:
10:30–11:30 a.m. Loru Discovers - a search activity for children over 2 years old
1:00–1:30 p.m. Loru Songs - a song session for all ages
3:00–3:30 p.m. Loru's Magic - an activity session with varying themes including games, movement and stories for children over 2 years old. - Activities at family centers
- Family Center Naapuri (Kivikonkaari 11, Kivikko) weekly program can be found on the center's Facebook page.
- Family Center Sahrami (Kangasalantie 11, Vallila) weekly program can be found on the center's Facebook page. - MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0-12. Read more on the family center's website!
- You can find all of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips through this link.
Activities at libraries on Friday
- Helmet library children's events for Friday can be found on Helmet's events page.
SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2024
Events and activity tips
- Helmet library children's events for Saturday can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Vantaa: Family Hustle at Multifunctional Center Lumo (Korso) and Länsimäki School on Saturday from 8:30–11:30 a.m. Free entry.
- Sports Hubbubs at Maunula Sports Hall on Saturday from 9–10:30 a.m. Sports Hubbubs offer children under 9 years old and their families an opportunity to exercise in various ways and have fun. You can arrive at your own pace. Admission fee for adults 3.50 €, others 2 €, free for children under 9.
- Snow Queen Days at Winter Garden from March 9–11, 2024 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free entry.
- Instrument Rally - Pop & Jazz Conservatory Open Doors on Saturday from 10:15 a.m.–1 p.m. Free entry.
- Family Instrument Trail Event at Iris Center (Itäkeskus) on Saturday from 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Free entry.
- March Fun Fair at Puotila Manor on Saturday from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Free entry.
- Want to go ice skating? You'll find public skating times at ice halls in Helsinki and the metro area in Pienten Helsinki's theme article.
- Observatory of the University of Helsinki at Tähtitorninmäki is open on Saturday from 12–4 p.m. Museum admission fee.
- Espoo: Theater Musta Aukko presents: Pekka Töpöhäntä play in Matinkylä, Espoo on Saturday at 1 p.m. The total duration of the play with intermission is approximately 2 hours and is recommended for children around 5 years and older. Tickets 15 €.
- Children's Concert with Pentti Rasinkangas at Flemari20 on Saturday at 3 p.m. Free entry.
- Espoo: Children's Saturday: Mimmit: Girl Heroes at Sello Hall on Saturday at 3 p.m. Tickets starting at 14.50 €.
SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 2024
Events and activity tips
- What should we do today? Check out tips for rainy days on Pienten Helsinki!
- Family Hustle at Tapuli Sports Center's gym on Sundays from 9–11 a.m. Tickets 5€/family (payment in cash, card or MobilePlay at the venue).
- Sports Hubbubs at Liikuntamylly (Jauhokuja 3) in Myllypuro on Sunday from 9–10:45 a.m.
Sports Hubbubs offer children under 9 years old and their families an opportunity to exercise in various ways and have fun. You can arrive at your own pace; there's space for strollers in the lobby and it's a good idea to bring your own lock for the locker room. Admission fee for adults 3.50 €, others 2 €, free for children under 9.
- Snow Queen Days at Winter Garden from March 9–11, 2024 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free entry.
- Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Sundays from 12–4 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Espoo: Hevisaurus at Espoo Culture Center (Tapiola) on Sunday at 1 p.m. Tickets starting at 27 €/25 €.
- Traditional Ice Festival at Maunula Elementary School on Sunday from 1–3 p.m. Free entry.
- Spring Joy! - family concert at Viiki Church on Sunday at 3 p.m. Students from the Theatre Department at the University of the Arts' School of Acting present familiar children's songs, musical and film melodies in a family concert. Free entry.
- Espoo: Theater Musta Aukko presents: Pekka Töpöhäntä play in Matinkylä, Espoo on Sunday at 3 p.m. The total duration of the play with intermission is approximately 2 hours and is recommended for children around 5 years and older. Tickets 15 €.
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