Where to go with children in Helsinki? What child-friendly activities are available in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to Go This Week" series finds activity tips and recommends family-friendly events and things to do in Helsinki and the surrounding area.

Commercial cooperation: The cover image for this article is from Children's Fair from a few years ago. Children's Fair at Helsinki's Messukeskus from Friday to Sunday, April 11-13, 2025.

What's Happening Right Now

  • Municipal Election Spring Through Children's Eyes:
    - Helsinki libraries support children's democracy education by organizing children's own picture book elections April 2-12, 2025.
    - Espoo: Espoo libraries support children's democracy education by organizing their own elections during regional and municipal elections. All children can vote at the library and at Lasten kulttuurikeskus Aurora and have a say in who leads the future. Lasten kulttuurikeskus Aurora's voting station is open:
    Mon April 2 - Sat April 12, 2025 (not Sun April 6) 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Voting times at libraries April 2-13, 2025.
  • Find all Pienten Helsinki's playground tips here!
  • Adventure to Uunisaari Island, located off Kaivopuisto Park, is accessible by bridge until April 15, 2025.

  • New on Pienten Helsinki: The Changing Rooms Map article has been updated!
  • Museum tips for visiting with children in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!
  • You can also borrow a museum ticket to the Natural History Museum or admission tickets to Korkeasaari from the library! From Viiki Library you can borrow an admission ticket to the Natural History Museum. From Kalasatama Library you can borrow an admission ticket to Korkeasaari Zoo.
  • Ice skating at an ice rink? Open public skating sessions are held at several ice rinks.
  • MLL's Family House Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children ages 0-12. Read more on the family house's Facebook page!
  • MLL's Family Coffee Shops Schedule can be found on the MLL Uusimaa website.
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MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Helmet Libraries' children's events can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Albert's Lounge is open Mondays 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (International Monday).
  • In Central Library Oodi's Loru Playground program on Monday:
    - 10:30–11:00 a.m. Loru Fun, play for children over 1 year old
    - 1–1:30 p.m. Kukkuluuruu Baby Session, Oodi 3rd floor event room
    - 3–3:30 p.m. Kukkuluuruu Baby Session, Oodi 3rd floor event room
  • Family Fun Sessions offer children under school age and their parents a space to move together freely and at no cost.
    Family Fun Sessions on Mondays are held at:

    - Tapaninoja Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) Mondays 5–6:30 p.m. April 13 - April 28 (no session April 21).

TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Helmet Libraries' children's events can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Metropolia's HyMy Village Family Circle Metku at Myllypuro Metropolia University of Applied Sciences (next to metro station) Tuesdays 9-11 a.m. Each session also features varying programs for families led by early childhood education, social services, health care and culture students. 
  • Albert's Lounge Clinic Café at Kamppi Family Center Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
  • In Central Library Oodi's Loru Playground program on Tuesday:
    - 10–10:30 a.m. Loru Moves, gentle movement for parent and baby (0–9 months)
    - 1–1:30 p.m. I Ramsans värme -Swedish language music play session, music, rhymes and songs for babies
    - 3–3:30 p.m. In Loru's Warmth - baby session with music and rhymes for babies
  • Nordic Library on Kaisaniemenkatu is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 12–7 p.m. Wonderful children's section and many children's books available in all Nordic languages. The Nordic Library has its own library card, which can be obtained with a valid ID.
  • Kindergarten Museum is open Tuesdays 12–7 p.m. Easter preparations with Museum Friends 3–5 p.m. Museum admission fee applies.
  • For babies and parents! Baby Café on Tuesdays at the following locations:
    – Vantaa: Robert's Coffee Jumbo 1 p.m.
    – Espoo: Robert's Coffee Sello 1 p.m.
    – Helsinki: Robert's Coffee Kamppi 1 p.m.
  • Art for Toddlers  Workshop at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) Tuesdays 1:30–3:30 p.m. Workshops are suitable for children ages 1.5–3 with their own adult. No registration required, free admission. You can participate in the workshops for the full time or just drop by.
  • Hippo Family Adventure at Myllypuro's Alakivenpark Tuesday 6–7:30 p.m. Free admission.
  • Family Fun Sessions offer children under school age and their parents a space to move together freely and at no cost.
    Family Fun Sessions on Tuesdays are held at:

    - Pallomylly Indoor Hall at Myllypuro Sports Park (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) Tuesdays 9:30–11:30 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. January 7 – April 24, 2025.

    - Käpylä Elementary School (Mäkelänkatu 89) Tuesdays 4:30–6 p.m. January 7 - April 22, 2025.

    - Sakarinmäki Elementary School (Knutersintie 924) Tuesday 5–6:30 p.m. January 7 – April 24, 2025.

    - Kannelmäki Elementary School (Kuninkaantammenkierto 22) Tuesdays 5–6:30 p.m. January 7 - April 22, 2025.

    - Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) Tuesdays 5–6:30 p.m. January 7 - April 24, 2025.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2025

Mikael Agricola Day

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Helmet Libraries' children's events can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • In Central Library Oodi's Loru Playground program on Wednesday:
    - 10–11:30 a.m. Crafts for all ages, Easter theme
    - 1–2:30 p.m. Crafts for all ages, Easter theme
  • Albert's Lounge is open Wednesdays 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
  • Fire Museum at the Erottaja Fire Station is open Wednesdays 12–4 p.m. Small admission fee.
  • Nordic Library on Kaisaniemenkatu is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 12–7 p.m. Wonderful children's section and many children's books available in all Nordic languages. The Nordic Library has its own library card, which can be obtained with a valid ID.
  • Kindergarten Museum is open Wednesday 12–7 p.m. Easter preparations with Museum Friends 3–5 p.m. Museum admission fee applies.

  • Family Fun Sessions offer children under school age and their parents a space to move together freely and at no cost.
    Family Fun Sessions on Wednesdays are held at:

    - Kurkimäki Community House (Karpalokuja 7) Wednesday 9:30–11 a.m. January 8 – April 23, 2025.

    - Merilahti Elementary School in Meri-Rastila (Jaluspolku 3) Wednesdays 5–7 p.m. January 8 – April 23, 2025.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Helmet Libraries' children's events can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • In Central Library Oodi's Loru Playground program on Thursday:
    - 10:30–11 a.m. Loru Moves, Stroller Gym on Oodi Courtyard
    - 3–3:30 p.m. Loru Songs for all ages
  • Albert's Lounge is open Thursday 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
  • Art for Toddlers Workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) Thursdays 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Workshops are suitable for children ages 1.5–3 with their own adult. No registration required, free admission. You can participate in the workshops for the full time or just drop by.
  • Vantaa: Poetry Lounge at Lasten kulttuurikeskus Pessi (Tikkurila) February 1 – May 25, 2025. Open Thursday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and at Pessi evening and weekend events. Free admission to the exhibition.
  • Nordic Library on Kaisaniemenkatu is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 12–7 p.m. Wonderful children's section and many children's books available in all Nordic languages. The Nordic Library has its own library card, which can be obtained with a valid ID.
  • University of Helsinki Observatory at Tähtitornin Hill is open Thursday 12–8 p.m. Museum admission fee applies.
  • Peppi's Birthday at Pohjois-Haaga Library Thursday 3–6:30 p.m. Free admission.
  • Family Fun Sessions offer children under school age and their parents a space to move together freely and at no cost.
    Family Fun Sessions on Thursdays are held at:

    - Tali Sports Park Soccer Hall (Purotie 8) Thursdays 9:30–11 a.m. January 9 - April 24, 2025.

    - Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) Thursdays 5–6:30 p.m. January 9 - April 24, 2025.

    - Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) Thursdays 4:30–6 p.m. and 6–7 p.m. (school-age children) January 7 - April 24, 2024.

    - Pukinmäenkare Elementary School (Kenttäkuja 12) Thursdays 5–6:30 p.m. January 9 - April 24, 2025.

    - Porolahti Elementary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) Thursdays 5–6:30 p.m. February 6 – April 24, 2025.

FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

Commercial cooperation:
Children's Fair at Helsinki's Messukeskus Friday through Sunday. Friday the fair is open 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

During the Family SUPER Event Weekend there's lots of fun: music, theater, storybook characters, bounce castles, teddy bear hospital, play areas, game zones, miniatures, LEGO, fair deals and much more! At the same time, Messukeskus hosts Food and Pet Fairs (the latter only Saturday and Sunday!) and all fairs can be experienced with one ticket. Tickets purchased in advance are cheaper.

  • Helmet Libraries' children's events can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • In Central Library Oodi's Loru Playground program on Friday:
    - 10:30–11 a.m. On Loru's Waves, story play session for children over 2 years old
    - 1:30–1 p.m. Loru Songs, musical session for all ages
    - 2:30–3:15 p.m. Loru Play, fun for children over 1 year old
  • Albert's Lounge is open Friday 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. 
  • Vantaa: Poetry Lounge at Lasten kulttuurikeskus Pessi (Tikkurila) February 1 – May 25, 2025. Open Thursday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and at Pessi evening and weekend events. Free admission to the exhibition.
  • University of Helsinki Observatory at Tähtitornin Hill is open Friday 12–4 p.m. Museum admission fee applies.

SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

Commercial cooperation:
Children's Fair at Helsinki's Messukeskus Friday through Sunday. Saturday the fair is open 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

During the Family SUPER Event Weekend there's lots of fun: music, theater, storybook characters, bounce castles, teddy bear hospital, play areas, game zones, miniatures, LEGO, fair deals and much more! At the same time, Messukeskus hosts Food and Pet Fairs (the latter only Saturday and Sunday!) and all fairs can be experienced with one ticket. Tickets purchased in advance are cheaper.

SUNDAY, APRIL 13, 2025

Palm Sunday or the Day of Palms...

Events and 
Activity Tips

Commercial cooperation:
Children's Fair at Helsinki's Messukeskus Friday through Sunday. Sunday the fair is open 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

During the Family SUPER Event Weekend there's lots of fun: music, theater, storybook characters, bounce castles, teddy bear hospital, play areas, game zones, miniatures, LEGO, fair deals and much more! At the same time, Messukeskus hosts Food and Pet Fairs (the latter only Saturday and Sunday!) and all fairs can be experienced with one ticket. Tickets purchased in advance are cheaper.

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