Pienten Helsinki
What kid-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki? Where to go with children on weekends? What to do on a rainy day?
Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series is back after a break that started during the spring corona season and seeks activity tips and kid-friendly events in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The website targets families with children under ten years old.
NOTE! Always check the latest information from the organizer's website,
as sudden cancellations are possible.
Cover image for the article: Photo from last year's HDW children's weekend.
NOTE! Annantalo's Art Clinics continue in week 37 and due to the exceptional situation, advance registration is required for the events. So it's worth checking out the upcoming offerings at, for example, Helsinki's cultural centers right now!
Helsinki Design Week September 3-13, 2020
Helsinki Pride September 7-13, 2020
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Events at libraries
Helmet libraries have returned to normal opening hours and story times are gradually making their way back into library programs. Kids' activities for Monday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Ode to Nature exhibition in the Brygga space at Helsinki Central Library Oodi, June 1 - September 31, 2020 (at least).
Events at playgrounds
Playgrounds and family centers' autumn season began on Thursday, August 13, 2020 and all playgrounds and family centers are open again.
Monday events at playgrounds can be found on the city's event calendar as well as on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Events and activity tips
HDW Children's Design Week September 7-13, 2020.
Albert's Living Room is an open meeting place for families with children and seniors in Kamppi. Albert's Living Room is open during the exceptional period on Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Art Clinic: In Thumbelina's World. Art Clinic for 3-6 year olds at Annantalo on Monday at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. You can participate in the Art Clinic weekly or just occasionally, but you should arrive on time. Advance registration is required during the exceptional period.
Espoo: Round as Pom Pom Pom - a touchable fairy tale world for babies and toddlers at the Children's Cultural Center Aurora, August 15 - October 23, 2020. Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission.
The Daily News Museum features the Seven Dog Brothers exhibition from June 1 to December 31, 2020. Free admission, also open on Mondays.
From Malminkartano's fruit orchard you can pick apples for your own use at this time of year and just enjoy the autumn harvest and the intoxicating scent of apples.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Events at libraries
Helmet libraries have returned to normal opening hours and story times are gradually making their way back into library programs. Kids' activities for Tuesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Ode to Nature exhibition in the Brygga space at Helsinki Central Library Oodi, June 1 - September 31, 2020 (at least).
Events at playgrounds
Playgrounds and family centers' autumn season began on Thursday, August 13, 2020 and all playgrounds and family centers are open again normally.
Tuesday events at playgrounds can be found on the city's event calendar as well as on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Events and activity tips
HDW Children's Design Week September 7-13, 2020.
Espoo: Tiny Cinema: Onneli, Anneli and the Sleepy Clock at Sello Hall on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. It is recommended to reserve a seat in advance. Free admission, film suitable for children over 4 years old.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Small admission fee.
Family Movement Sessions at Sakarinmäki Primary School in Östersundom on Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., September 8 - December 8, 2020. Family Movement Sessions are aimed at families moving together, and the sessions offer children under school age and their guardians a space where they can move together freely and for free.
Espoo: Round as Pom Pom Pom - a touchable fairy tale world for babies and toddlers at the Children's Cultural Center Aurora, August 15 - October 23, 2020. Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Events at libraries
Helmet libraries have returned to normal opening hours and story times are gradually making their way back into library programs. Kids' activities for Wednesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Tip for babies and parents: BabyKino at Kallio Library. Movies with your baby are available on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. BabyKino's own group on Facebook can be found here, where the week's film is published and voting takes place on future programming, for example. More information can also be found on BabyKino's Facebook page.
Ode to Nature exhibition in the Brygga space at Helsinki Central Library Oodi, June 1 - September 31, 2020 (at least).
Events at playgrounds
Playgrounds and family centers' autumn season began on Thursday, August 13, 2020 and all playgrounds and family centers are open again normally.
Wednesday events at playgrounds can be found on the city's event calendar as well as on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Events and activity tips
HDW Children's Design Week September 7-13, 2020.
Albert's Living Room is an open meeting place for families with children and seniors in Kamppi. Albert's Living Room is open during the exceptional period on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Wednesdays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Small admission fee, children under 15 free of charge.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesdays from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Small admission fee.
Family Movement Sessions at Käpylä Primary School and Pukinmäenkaari Primary School on Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., September 3 - December 10, 2020. Family Movement Sessions are aimed at families moving together, and the sessions offer children under school age and their guardians a space where they can move together freely and for free.
Dads' After Work with Kids - Fathers and Children Park Meetup at Iso-Antti playground on Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Espoo: Round as Pom Pom Pom - a touchable fairy tale world for babies and toddlers at the Children's Cultural Center Aurora, August 15 - October 23, 2020. Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Events at libraries
Helmet libraries have returned to normal opening hours and story times are gradually making their way back into library programs.
Kids' activities for Thursday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Ode to Nature exhibition in the Brygga space at Helsinki Central Library Oodi, June 1 - September 31, 2020 (at least).
Events at playgrounds
Playgrounds and family centers' autumn season began on Thursday, August 13, 2020 and all playgrounds and family centers are open again normally.
Thursday events at playgrounds can be found on the city's event calendar as well as on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Events and activity tips
HDW Children's Design Week September 7-13, 2020.
Albert's Living Room is an open meeting place for families with children and seniors in Kamppi. Albert's Living Room is open during the exceptional period on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Family Movement Sessions at Kamppi Sports Center's sports hall (September 3 - December 10, 2020) and at Porolahti Primary School (September 10 - October 15, 2020) on Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Family Movement Sessions are aimed at families moving together, and the sessions offer children under school age and their guardians a space where they can move together freely and for free.
Family Movement Sessions at Malminkartano Primary School on Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., September 3 - December 10, 2020. Family Movement Sessions are aimed at families moving together, and the sessions offer children under school age and their guardians a space where they can move together freely and for free.
The Daily News Museum features the Seven Dog Brothers exhibition from June 1 to December 31, 2020. Free admission, also open on Mondays.
Espoo: Round as Pom Pom Pom - a touchable fairy tale world for babies and toddlers at the Children's Cultural Center Aurora, August 15 - October 23, 2020. Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission.
From Malminkartano's fruit orchard you can pick apples for your own use at this time of year and just enjoy the autumn harvest and the intoxicating scent of apples.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Events at libraries
Helmet libraries have returned to normal opening hours and story times are gradually making their way back into library programs.
Kids' activities for Friday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Ode to Nature exhibition in the Brygga space at Helsinki Central Library Oodi, June 1 - September 31, 2020 (at least).
Events at playgrounds
Playgrounds and family centers' autumn season began on Thursday, August 13, 2020 and all playgrounds and family centers are open again normally.
Friday events at playgrounds can be found on the city's event calendar as well as on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
Events and activity tips
HDW Children's Design Week September 7-13, 2020.
Albert's Living Room is an open meeting place for families with children and seniors in Kamppi. Albert's Living Room is open during the exceptional period on Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Uimastadion Moonlight Swim on Friday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Admission fee applies.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2020
Events at libraries
Helmet libraries have returned to normal opening hours and story times are gradually making their way back into library programs.
Kids' activities for Saturday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Ode to Nature exhibition in the Brygga space at Helsinki Central Library Oodi, June 1 - September 31, 2020 (at least).
Events and activity tips
HDW Children's Design Week September 7-13, 2020.
Espoo: #Park Dreams: Battle Demonstrations and Workshops organized by the Children's Cultural Center Aurora at Träskända Park on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission.
Children's Design Weekend at Annantalo on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuusula: Children's Museum Festival at Tuusulanjärvi Museums on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featured are the museums in the Tuusulanjärvi area: Ainola, Ahola, Halosenniemi, Lotta Museum, Erkkola, and Aleksis Kivi's Cottage. Free admission for children.
Espoo: Temperance Carnival and Grand Market at Leppävaara's Läkkitori and Leppävaaranraitilla on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The stage will feature Maltti and Valtti, the Mimmit, and Mimi and Kuku, among others. Free admission.
Ruska Ensemble: Let's Clean Up Arabianranta! - pop up cleaning event on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Espoo: Jazz For Kids: Manuel Dunkel and Riitta Paaski. Children's own jazz concert at Espoo Cultural Center (Tapiola) Flyygeliaulassa on Saturday at 11 a.m. Free admission.
Children's Design Weekend at Olympic Stadium on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please register for the event in advance! Free admission.
Family Harvest Festival at the Helsinki City Museum on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Tivoli Seiterä in Lauttasaari next to Lahnalahti playground, September 9-14, 2020. Partially paid.
Mytty Evenings at Seurasaari Open-Air Museum at Iisalmi Parsonage Courtyard on Saturday at 2 p.m. Open-air museum admission fee.
MLL Fathers' Activity Family Picnic on Saturday at 3 p.m. at Kuusijärvi outdoor area. Bring your own snacks!
Fireworks from Kulosaari Casino on Saturday at 9:55 p.m. Good viewing spots are available, for example, at Mustikkamaa and Laajasalo.
Espoo: Round as Pom Pom Pom - a touchable fairy tale world for babies and toddlers at the Children's Cultural Center Aurora, August 15 - October 23, 2020. Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2020
Events and activity tips
HDW Children's Design Week September 7-13, 2020.
From Malminkartano's fruit orchard you can pick apples for your own use at this time of year and just enjoy the autumn harvest and the intoxicating scent of apples.
Children's Design Weekend at Annantalo on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Children's Design Weekend at Olympic Stadium on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please register for the event in advance! Free admission.
Tivoli Seiterä in Lauttasaari next to Lahnalahti playground, September 9-14, 2020. Partially paid.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Small admission fee, children under 15 free of charge.
Stoa's Family Day Workshops in the cultural center's lobby on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission.
Mytty Evenings at Seurasaari Open-Air Museum at Iisalmi Parsonage Courtyard on Sunday at 2 p.m. Open-air museum admission fee.
The Daily News Museum features the Seven Dog Brothers exhibition from June 1 to December 31, 2020. Free admission, also open on Mondays.
Ode to Nature exhibition in the Brygga space at Helsinki Central Library Oodi, June 1 - September 31, 2020 (at least).
