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Pienten Helsinki's most popular article series "Where to go this week" returns after a long corona break and offers weekly tips on what you can do with children in Helsinki.
What to do or where to go with children? What child-friendly activities can be found in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series searches for activity tips and suggests family-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The target audience of the website is families with children under ten years old.
NOTE! Always check the latest information and any
possible changes on the organizer's website.
Article cover image: Sunflowers and peas will soon be picked again from the fields of Haltia and from Vantaa near Katrineberg Manor! Information about the start of picking is often announced on the city's website. The information will be updated to this article as well.
MONDAY 9.8.2021
Tove Jansson and Finnish art day
Things happening in libraries
Helmet libraries are open as usual and children's sections serve young readers.
Child-friendly events at Helmet libraries for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening in playgrounds
Last days of playground dining: on the menu Monday is vegetable soup. Read more about playground dining here.
Tips on the best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Ulla-Maija Alanen: Water Sense exhibition in Annantalo's second floor southern glass gallery until 28.8.2021. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours. Alanen's Lighthouse exhibition on display in Annantalo's courtyard.
On Kallio exhibition in Annantalo's lower gallery until 25.9.2021. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours.
Children's traffic town summer season continues on Monday 9-3 PM. Free admission.
Espoo: Summer x City: Summer Courtyard!
Aurora courtyard features summer garden and art experiences throughout the summer from 7.6.-21.8.2021. Mostly free admission. More information on Aurora's pages.
Pienten Helsinki highly recommends exploring Aurora's program offerings and adventuring in the magnificent Träskanda Manor Park located nearby!
At the Newspaper Museum there is a child-friendly Celebration of Reading! Donald Duck magazine in Finland 70 years exhibition. Free admission.
Helsinki Biennial visual art event on Vallisaari 12.6.–26.9.2021. Free admission, ferry ride is paid.
TUESDAY 10.8.2021
Things happening in libraries
Helmet libraries are open as usual and children's sections serve young readers.
Child-friendly events at Helmet libraries for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening in playgrounds
Last days of playground dining: on the menu Tuesday is fish soup. Read more about playground dining here.
Tips on the best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Art buffet: BOJOING! music and movement sessions on Annantalo's A stage Tuesday at 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM. NOTE! Advanced registration required! Free admission.
Garden work party in Annantalo's courtyard Tuesday at 10 AM. Free admission.
Children's own summer theater Princess Rosebud in Helsinki city's Winter Garden courtyard Tuesday 10.8.2021 at 11 AM and 1 PM. Bring your own blankets, rain gear, and snacks. Free admission. More information: Puppet Theater Sytkyt. The performance can also be viewed virtually.
Kindergarten museum is open Tuesday 12-7 PM. Small admission fee.
Espoo: Summer x City: Summer Courtyard!
Aurora courtyard features summer garden and art experiences throughout the summer from 7.6.-21.8.2021. Mostly free admission. More information on Aurora's pages.
Pienten Helsinki highly recommends exploring Aurora's program offerings and adventuring in the magnificent Träskanda Manor Park located nearby!
Ulla-Maija Alanen: Water Sense exhibition in Annantalo's second floor southern glass gallery until 28.8.2021. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours. Alanen's Lighthouse exhibition on display in Annantalo's courtyard.
On Kallio exhibition in Annantalo's lower gallery until 25.9.2021. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours.
Helsinki Biennial visual art event on Vallisaari 12.6.–26.9.2021. Free admission, ferry ride is paid.
At the Newspaper Museum there is a child-friendly Celebration of Reading! Donald Duck magazine in Finland 70 years exhibition. Free admission.
WEDNESDAY 11.8.2021
Finnish primary schools and high schools start their school year. Good luck at school!
Things happening in libraries
Helmet libraries are open as usual and children's sections serve young readers.
Child-friendly events at Helmet libraries for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening in playgrounds
Playground dining has ended for this summer.
Tips on the best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Ulla-Maija Alanen: Water Sense exhibition in Annantalo's second floor southern glass gallery until 28.8.2021. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours. Alanen's Lighthouse exhibition on display in Annantalo's courtyard.
On Kallio exhibition in Annantalo's lower gallery until 25.9.2021. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours.
Art buffet: Tasty machine! non-stop workshop in Annantalo's courtyard Wednesday 10 AM-12 PM. Free admission.
Espoo: Summer x City: Summer Courtyard!
Aurora courtyard features summer garden and art experiences throughout the summer from 7.6.-21.8.2021. Mostly free admission. More information on Aurora's pages.
Pienten Helsinki highly recommends exploring Aurora's program offerings and adventuring in the magnificent Träskanda Manor Park located nearby!
Kindergarten museum is open Wednesday 12-7 PM. Small admission fee.
Fire Museum at Erottaja fire station is open Wednesdays 12-4 PM. Small admission fee.
Vantaa: Children's art evenings Wednesday 5-7 PM in Kulttuuritalo Martinus's backyard park.
At the Newspaper Museum there is a child-friendly Celebration of Reading! Donald Duck magazine in Finland 70 years exhibition. Free admission.
Helsinki Biennial visual art event on Vallisaari 12.6.–26.9.2021. Free admission, ferry ride is paid.
THURSDAY 12.8.2021
Things happening in libraries
Helmet libraries are open as usual and children's sections serve young readers.
Child-friendly events at Helmet libraries for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening in playgrounds
Playground dining has ended for this summer.
Tips on the best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Art buffet: Flower treasures! non-stop workshop in Annantalo's courtyard Thursday 10 AM-12 PM. Free admission.
Summer music school on Annantalo's A stage Thursday at 4 PM. Register for waiting list!
Espoo: Summer x City: Summer Courtyard!
Aurora courtyard features summer garden and art experiences throughout the summer from 7.6.-21.8.2021. Mostly free admission. More information on Aurora's pages.
Pienten Helsinki highly recommends exploring Aurora's program offerings and adventuring in the magnificent Träskanda Manor Park located nearby!
Ulla-Maija Alanen: Water Sense exhibition in Annantalo's second floor southern glass gallery until 28.8.2021. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours. Alanen's Lighthouse exhibition on display in Annantalo's courtyard.
On Kallio exhibition in Annantalo's lower gallery until 25.9.2021. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours.
Helsinki City Museum's Children's city is open again.
Also read: Helsinki City Museum Through Pienten Helsinki's Eyes
At the Newspaper Museum there is a child-friendly Celebration of Reading! Donald Duck magazine in Finland 70 years exhibition. Free admission.
Helsinki Biennial visual art event on Vallisaari 12.6.–26.9.2021. Free admission, ferry ride is paid.
Virtual event: Peek into Espoo story routes until 31.8.2021 on your own schedule.
FRIDAY 13.8.2021
Things happening in libraries
Helmet libraries are open as usual and children's sections serve young readers.
Child-friendly events at Helmet libraries for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening in playgrounds
Playground dining has ended for this summer.
Tips on the best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
At the Newspaper Museum there is a child-friendly Celebration of Reading! Donald Duck magazine in Finland 70 years exhibition. Free admission.
Espoo: Summer x City: Summer Courtyard!
Aurora courtyard features summer garden and art experiences throughout the summer from 7.6.-21.8.2021. Mostly free admission. More information on Aurora's pages.
Pienten Helsinki highly recommends exploring Aurora's program offerings and adventuring in the magnificent Träskanda Manor Park located nearby!
Helsinki Biennial visual art event on Vallisaari 12.6.–26.9.2021. Free admission, ferry ride is paid.
From Pienten Helsinki's Animals in the City article you'll find the best tips on where in Helsinki and neighboring cities you can find sheep, chickens, cows and other farm animals. Also check out Pienten Suomi's farm animals tips map!
SATURDAY 14.8.2021
Things happening in libraries
Helmet libraries are open as usual and children's sections serve young readers.
Child-friendly events at Helmet libraries for this week can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening in playgrounds
Tips on the best play areas and introduction to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
August animal carousel at Maunula House Saturdays 10:30 AM-2 PM. The event is aimed at 0-7 year olds and offers diverse programs: music school, movement sessions, crafts, and an imagination journey around the world with a kangaroo. Advanced registration for performances and movement sessions. Free admission.
Vantaa: Helsinga Medieval Days are celebrated in the environment of Vantaa's St. Lawrence Church on Saturday 14.8.2021 at 11 AM-6 PM. Note! Arrival time must be reserved in advance!
Naatti Orchestra album release concerts at Music Theater Kapsäkki Saturday at 11 AM and 2 PM. Paid admission.
Vantaa: Family Saturday in Kulttuuritalo Martinus's backyard park Saturday 1-2:30 PM. Free admission.
Järvenpää: Järvenpää Festival is celebrated 14.-15.8.2021 throughout the city and there is programming for all ages.
Helsinki Biennial visual art event on Vallisaari 12.6.–26.9.2021. Free admission, ferry ride is paid.
Helsinki places article takes you on independent adventures throughout the city!
SUNDAY 15.8.2021
Events and activity tips
Children's traffic town summer season continues on Monday 10 AM-4 PM. Free admission.
Järvenpää: Järvenpää Festival is celebrated 14.-15.8.2021 throughout the city and there is programming for all ages.
Children's island adventure on Hara island Sunday 12-2 PM. The excursion explores archipelago nature through role-play and adventure. Adventures are aimed at 4-10 year old children with adult accompaniment. Free admission, ferry ride (departure dock Kaivopuisto near Cafe Ursula) to Hara is paid.
Fire Museum at Erottaja fire station is open Sundays 12-4 PM. Small admission fee.
Espoo: Oddities of flamingo's shins - children's poetry performance at outdoor amphitheater Amfi next to Espoo cultural center Sunday at 1 PM. Weather dependent, free admission.
Children's concert: The Bätmäns on the Puotila Manor courtyard stage Sunday at 2:15 PM. Free admission. On the same trip you can say hello to the manor's rooster and chickens, more information from Animals in the City article!
Helsinki Biennial visual art event on Vallisaari 12.6.–26.9.2021. Free admission, ferry ride is paid.
Remember also! Pienten Suomi is Pienten Helsinki's little sister, offering tips on activities and experiences throughout Finland. It also includes many tips for the surrounding area and day trips as well as a large list of the best play areas throughout Finland!
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