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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 finds activity tips and suggests family-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
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Exhibition tips with children
Vantaa: Håkansbölen Manor summer exhibitions in the outbuildings of Håkansbölen Manor (Kartanontie 1, Vantaa) are open on Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm. Free admission.
Museum tips with children can be found in Pienten Helsinki's thematic article!
MONDAY 14.8.2023
Events and activity tips
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Albert's Living Room is open on Mondays from 9:30am–2pm (International Monday).
Etno-Espa on Espa's stage 7.-17.8.2023. Free admission.
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Playgrounds have activities on Monday
Playgrounds return to regular operation and all playgrounds and family centers are open again. The indoor facilities of the parks are generally open to families on weekdays from 9am-12pm; afternoons are reserved for school-aged children. For more detailed information, see the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds publicize their programs through the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
At Loru Playground on Monday:
- 11:00–11:30 Kukkuluuruu – baby time for under 1-year-olds
- 3:00pm–3:30pm Kukkuluuruu – baby time for under 1-year-olds
All of Pienten Helsinki's play area tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Monday
Helmet library children's events for Monday can be found on Helmet's event page.
TUESDAY 15.8.2023
Events and activity tips
Summer theatre with children?
Stunt Tuesday at Resident House Anchor in Herttoniemenranta on Tuesday from 10-11am. Free admission.
Summer Music on Annantalo's A-stage on Tuesday at 10:30am. Free admission.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12pm-7pm. Small admission fee.
Albert's Living Room evening hangout on Tuesdays from 4:30pm–6:30pm.
Etno-Espa on Espa's stage 7.-17.8.2023. Free admission.
Playgrounds have activities on Tuesday
Playgrounds return to regular operation and all playgrounds and family centers are open again. The indoor facilities of the parks are generally open to families on weekdays from 9am-12pm; afternoons are reserved for school-aged children. For more detailed information, see the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds publicize their programs through the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
At Loru Playground on Tuesday:
- 11am–11:30am Stroller Exercise, Oodi courtyard
- 3pm–3:30pm Loru's Songs – a singing session for all ages
All of Pienten Helsinki's play area tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Tuesday
Helmet library children's events for Tuesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
WEDNESDAY 16.8.2023
Events and activity tips
Siltamäki Swimming Pool turns 50! Free admission and programming all day.
Albert's Living Room is open on Wednesdays from 9:30am–3pm.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday from 12pm-7pm. Small admission fee.
Espoo: Farm Visit at Glims 4H farm on 3:30pm-4:30pm. Voluntary donation.
Pelle Jump Show at the Swimming Stadium on Wednesday at 6pm. Tickets €5.
Etno-Espa on Espa's stage 7.-17.8.2023. Free admission.
Playgrounds have activities on Wednesday
Playgrounds return to regular operation and all playgrounds and family centers are open again. The indoor facilities of the parks are generally open to families on weekdays from 9am-12pm; afternoons are reserved for school-aged children. For more detailed information, see the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds publicize their programs through the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
At Loru Playground on Wednesday:
- 11am–1pm Loru Creates – crafts for all ages
- 2pm–3pm Loru Creates – crafts for all ages
All of Pienten Helsinki's play area tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Wednesday
Helmet library children's events for Wednesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
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THURSDAY 17.8.2023
Night of the Arts
Events and activity tips
Night of the Arts is being celebrated in Helsinki on Thursday! LOTS of programming around the city for children too!
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Albert's Living Room is open on Thursdays from 9:30am–3pm.
Night of the Arts at the Kindergarten Museum on Thursday from 4pm-6pm. Free admission.
Night of the Arts art workshops at Annantalo on Thursday from 5pm-9:30pm Free admission.
Happenings at Tiukula! event at Save the Children's central office in Tiukula House in Helsinki's Käpylä neighborhood on Thursday from 5pm-9:30pm. Free admission.
Night of the Arts at Kaapeli Museums on Thursday from 5pm-9pm. Free admission to all three museums during the event.
Play with robots at the Night of the Arts at Oodi from 5:15pm-8pm.
Laru's children's Night of the Arts at Lahnalahti Playground on Thursday from 6pm-8pm. Free admission.
Night of the Arts at the National Library: Clown Rental Dome on Thursday at 6:30pm. Free admission.
Candles of Hope are lit during the Night of the Arts at Töölönlahti from 7pm-10pm. Voluntary donation to UNICEF emergency relief.
Etno-Espa on Espa's stage 7.-17.8.2023. Free admission.
Playgrounds have activities on Thursday
Playgrounds return to regular operation and all playgrounds and family centers are open again. The indoor facilities of the parks are generally open to families on weekdays from 9am-12pm; afternoons are reserved for school-aged children. For more detailed information, see the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds publicize their programs through the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
At Loru Playground on Thursday:
- 11:00am–11:30am Move with Your Baby
- 3:00pm–3:30pm Loru's Games for over 1-year-olds
All of Pienten Helsinki's play area tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Thursday
Helmet library children's events for Thursday can be found on Helmet's event page.
FRIDAY 18.8.2023
Events and activity tips
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Albert's Living Room is open on Fridays from 9:30am–3pm.
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Playgrounds have activities on Friday
Playgrounds return to regular operation and all playgrounds and family centers are open again. The indoor facilities of the parks are generally open to families on weekdays from 9am-12pm; afternoons are reserved for school-aged children. For more detailed information, see the playgrounds' own websites. Playgrounds publicize their programs through the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
At Loru Playground on Friday:
- 11am–11:30am Animal Yoga for over 2-year-olds
- 3pm–3:30pm Baby time for under 1-year-olds
All of Pienten Helsinki's play area tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Friday
Helmet library children's events for Friday can be found on Helmet's event page.
SATURDAY 19.8.2023
Events and activity tips
Helmet library children's events for Saturday can be found on Helmet's event page.
Vantaa: Tikkurila Summer Market in and around Tikkurilantori on Saturday and Sunday.
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Järvenpää: Culture Hill Happenings in and around the Culture Hill area, including Järvenpää House, City Library, Järvenpää Art Museum, and Sibelius Monument, on Saturday from 10am-1:30pm. Free admission.
Truck Spotters' Day at Scania in Konala (address Muonamiehentie 1) on Saturday from 10am-4pm. Free admission.
Espoo: Espoo Cinema Family Day in Tapiola on Saturday from 10am-4:30pm. Partially paid.
Vantaa: Håkansbölen Manor summer exhibitions in the outbuildings of Håkansbölen Manor (Kartanontie 1, Vantaa) are open on Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm. Free admission.
K-Pop Dance Showdown on Espa's stage on Saturday at 12pm. Free admission.
Helsinki Opera Summer: Swing!-children's opera at Aleksanterin Theatre on Saturday at 1pm. Tickets €13-26. Age recommendation over 4 years old.
Malmi Summer Events: Hupsansaa Association: Garden Party Workshop at Ala-Malmi Square on Saturday from 1pm-4pm. Free admission.
Malmi Summer Events: Turnip Orchestra at Ala-Malmi Square on Saturday at 3pm. Free admission.
Open doors at Kaivopuisto Observatory on Saturday from 8pm-10pm. Free admission. At the same time in Kaivopuisto, you can hear the Helsinki Festival Weeks Parks in Concert.
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SUNDAY 20.8.2023
Events and activity tips
Summer theatre with children?
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Vantaa: Tikkurila Summer Market in and around Tikkurilantori on Saturday and Sunday.
Flea market! Kruunuvuori Waterfront Summer Flea Market at Tank 468 on Sunday from 10am-3pm.
Espoo: Träskända Heritage Day in and around Träskända Manor on Sunday from 10am-4pm. Free admission.
Espoo: Forest of Adventures in the Villa Elfvik landscape on Sunday from 10:30am-12:30pm. Free admission.
Kruunuvuori Sports Park opening ceremony is being held on Sunday from 11am-2pm. Free admission.
You can get a preview of Pienten Helsinki's article to see what the new Kruunuvuori Sports Park looks like!
Flea market! Maunula House courtyard flea market on Sunday from 11am-5pm.
Vantaa: Håkansbölen Manor summer exhibitions in the outbuildings of Håkansbölen Manor (Kartanontie 1, Vantaa) are open on Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm. Free admission.
Helsinki Opera Summer: Swing!-children's opera at Aleksanterin Theatre on Sunday at 1pm. Tickets €13-26. Age recommendation over 4 years old.
The Central Railway Station clock tower chimes at 3pm to celebrate architect Eliel Saarinen's 150th birthday.
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