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Unfortunately, Pienten Helsingin weekly "Where this week" articles are on hiatus due to website funding challenges, but out of love for the subject and great longing, I've compiled tips for a festive weekend for those adventuring with children. I'm also very sorry about the situation to Pienten Helsingin followers, so let this be an apology for the missing tips from recent weeks. I miss you and children's events!
So where to go this weekend with children? There are plenty of festive (children's) events and so much to experience!
The article's cover image is from the Cathedral steps, where when there's fresh snow you can experience Helsinki's (and Finland's?) most thrilling sledding slope!
Ps. If you venture out to weekend events and share photos on social media, Pienten Helsinki would really love to be tagged. I'm working elsewhere this weekend myself, so I'd be happy to see the atmosphere from Christmas trails and other events.
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SATURDAY DECEMBER 9, 2023
Events and tips
- Where are the best sledding slopes in the capital region? Check out the sledding slope tips from Pienten Helsinki!
- Skating season is open! Current rink condition information from www.ulkoliikunta.fi!
- Helmet library events for children on Saturday can be found on the Helmet events page.
Examples of library events on Saturday:
- Myllypuro library's 1-year anniversary Saturday 11am-3pm.
- Vaahteramäki's Eemeli turns 60 at the central library Oodi Saturday 1-3pm.
- Espoo: PiiPoo LEGO building event at Lippulaiva shopping center, 4th floor in Espoonlahti Saturday 9am-5pm. Free admission. Lippulaiva library also has a really nice children's section!
- Christmas atmosphere at Haltiala farm animal yard can be visited from December 5, 2023 to January 7, 2024. The farm is open Tuesday and Thursday 9am-1pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-2pm (closed December 23-24). Free admission.
- Espoo: Christmas cards and decorations drop-in workshops at Aurora Children's Culture Center Saturday 10am-2pm. Free admission.
- Tuusula: Puustelli Christmas and Christmas Market at the Air Defense Museum in Tuusula Saturday 10am-3:30pm. Free admission.
- Tuusula: Lotta Museum's self-guided elf trail can be experienced November 18, 2023 - January 6, 2024.
- Christmas fair at Haaga square Saturday 10am-3pm. Free admission.
- Espoo: Christmas atmosphere at the Glims house museum Saturday 10am-4pm. Museum admission fee, under 18s free.
- Honey bear markets at Karhupuisto Saturday 11am - 2pm. Free admission.
- Christmas can come... St. Lucy's Day Christmas crafts for the whole family at the Sinebrychoff Museum Saturday 11am-2pm. Museum admission fee, under 18s free.
- Christmas trail - Julstigen at Herttoniemi manor Saturday 12-4pm. Free admission.
- Espoo: Children's Saturday: The Mud Rascals – Christmas Hustle concerts at Sellosali Saturday 1pm and 3pm. Tickets from €16.
- Little ones' Christmas carols joint singing event led by Siina and Taikaradio at Temppeliaukio Church Saturday 2pm. Free admission.
- Christmas with Robin Hood - Jul med Robin Hood concert at Sandels House on the edge of Töölö Square Saturday 2pm. Free admission, program €10.
- Christmas trail around Lauttasaari Church Saturday 4-7pm. Free admission.
- Lighthouse keeper's route in Suomenlinna from November 24, 2023 - January 31, 2024.
- At Thomas's markets on Senate Square there's a carousel and rides are free. However, be prepared to queue, especially in the evenings and weekends. On the Cathedral steps, on the other hand, you can often experience Helsinki's most thrilling sledding slope when there's fresh snow without waiting.
- What should we do today? Check tips for boring days from Pienten Helsinki!
- Bridge access to Uunisaari is back in place and two outdoor islands off Kaivopuisto are more easily accessible.
- Secrets of Helsinki article reveals small and big secrets of Helsinki!
SUNDAY DECEMBER 10, 2023
Events and tips
- What should we do today? Check tips for boring days from Pienten Helsinki!
- Skating season is open! Current rink condition information from www.ulkoliikunta.fi!
- Christmas atmosphere at Haltiala farm animal yard can be visited from December 5, 2023 to January 7, 2024. The farm is open Tuesday and Thursday 9am-1pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-2pm (closed December 23-24). Free admission.
- Espoo: PiiPoo LEGO building event at Lippulaiva shopping center, 4th floor in Espoonlahti Sunday 10am-4pm. Free admission. Lippulaiva library also has a really nice children's section!
- Espoo: Christmas atmosphere at the Glims house museum Sunday 10am-4pm. Museum admission fee, under 18s free.
- Whole family Christmas fun at Maasälvä playground Sunday 11am-2pm. Free admission.
- Christmas at Ruiskumestari House in Kruunuhaka Sunday 12-3pm. Free admission.
- Where are the best sledding slopes in the capital region? Check out the sledding slope tips from Pienten Helsinki!
- Fire Museum at the Erottaja fire station is open Sundays 12-4pm. Small admission fee.
- Seurasaari Christmas trail event Sunday 12-5pm. Free admission.
- Also remember: Seurasaari Christmas trail at Pukkisaari!
- At Thomas's markets on Senate Square there's a carousel and rides are free. However, be prepared to queue, especially in the evenings and weekends. On the Cathedral steps, on the other hand, you can often experience Helsinki's most thrilling sledding slope when there's fresh snow without waiting.
- MLL Tapaninkyläs Christmas flea market and concert at Tapanila workers' hall Sunday 1-5pm. Free admission.
- Christmas event at North Haaga combined school Sunday 3pm. Free admission.
- Bridge access to Uunisaari is back in place and two outdoor islands off Kaivopuisto are more easily accessible.
- Free things to do for children in Helsinki article offers tips on free opportunities in Helsinki!
- Lighthouse keeper's route in Suomenlinna from November 24, 2023 - January 31, 2024.
- Tuusula: Lotta Museum's self-guided elf trail can be experienced November 18, 2023 - January 6, 2024.
- Secrets of Helsinki article reveals small and big secrets of Helsinki!
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