Where to go with children in summery Helsinki? What child-friendly activities and things to do can be found in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly Where to go this week series searches for activity tips and suggests child-friendly events and things to do in Helsinki and the surrounding area.

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MONDAY 24.6.2024

Events and
activity suggestions

  • Children's Traffic City is open Mondays 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and children can drive pedal cars in the area. The activity is aimed at children born in 2019 and older. Lessons start every hour on the hour, with the last lesson starting at 3 p.m. Free entry to Traffic City.
  • Art Activities at Annantalo every weekday 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.
    Art activities take place in summer 2024 in Annantalo's courtyard or indoors. Guided activities are suitable for children under 8 with their own adult, and for older children also without an adult. You can drop in at any time during Art Activities or stay longer.
  • Helsinki Pride Week 24.–30.6.2024.

Playground activities on Monday

  • The summer season at playgrounds continues and the playgrounds open this week are:
    Trumpetti, Nuoli, Ida, Torpparinmäki, Kotinummi, Kankarepuisto, Kiikku, Iso-Antti, Hilleri, Arabia, Brahe, Loru, Ulvila, Maunula, Piika, Vähätupa, Kannelmäki, Laurinniitty, Munkki, Isonneva, Taivallahti, Lahnalahti, Intia, Mäkitorppa, Viikkari, Kurranummi, Linja, Traktori, Maasälpä, Linnunrata, Tuorinniemi, Rudolf, Myllynsiipi, Mellunmäki, Lohikäärmepuisto, Mustakivi, and Etupelto.
  • Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
  • At Loru Playground on Monday:
    10-10:45 a.m. Loru's Games session for children over 1 year old, Oodi courtyard or 3rd floor.
    2:30–3 p.m. Loru's Fun – baby session with a changing theme, Oodi 3rd floor.
  • MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0–12. Read more on the family center's pages!

Library activities on Monday

  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
    (Due to updates to the Helmet website, day-specific event links are no longer available.)

TUESDAY 25.6.2024

Events and
activity suggestions

  • Pienten Helsinki's Summer in Helsinki series and many tips for summer activities in Helsinki can be found in Pienten Helsinki. Summer tips are also suitable for tourists visiting the city.
  • Children's Traffic City is open Tuesdays 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and children can drive pedal cars in the area. The activity is aimed at children born in 2019 and older. Lessons start every hour on the hour, with the last lesson starting at 3 p.m. Free entry to Traffic City.
  • Helsinki Pride Week 24.–30.6.2024.
  • Espoo: Summer Boogie at Aurora Children's Cultural Center on Tuesday 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Free entry.
  • Espoo: Jukran Pujut Summer Movies at Aurora Children's Cultural Center on Tuesday 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Free entry.
  • Art Activities at Annantalo every weekday 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.
    Art activities take place in summer 2024 in Annantalo's courtyard or indoors. Guided activities are suitable for children under 8 with their own adult, and for older children also without an adult. You can drop in at any time during Art Activities or stay longer.
  • Free entry to Design Museum & Architecture Museum on Tuesdays 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

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  • Suomenlinna adventure tour: The Secret of Wolf Island on Tuesday at 12 p.m. Tickets 14 € (children under 16) and 16 € (adults).
    The Secret of Wolf Island is a history-based adventure tour aimed at children (6–13 years) and also works well for adults. Following clues and solving hints, adventurers encounter exciting situations and curious happenings from times past. The tour introduces Suomenlinna and the 1700s in a fun and experiential way.
  • Kerava: Sinka Art and Museum Center Family Tuesday 12–4 p.m. Museum admission, children under 18 free.

Playground activities on Tuesday

  • Playground summer lunch menu on Tuesday: Vegetable and pea soup (M G K Veg).
    Bring your own pot, cutlery, and drink!
  • The summer season at playgrounds continues and the playgrounds open this week are:
    Trumpetti, Nuoli, Ida, Torpparinmäki, Kotinummi, Kankarepuisto, Kiikku, Iso-Antti, Hilleri, Arabia, Brahe, Loru, Ulvila, Maunula, Piika, Vähätupa, Kannelmäki, Laurinniitty, Munkki, Isonneva, Taivallahti, Lahnalahti, Intia, Mäkitorppa, Viikkari, Kurranummi, Linja, Traktori, Maasälpä, Linnunrata, Tuorinniemi, Rudolf, Myllynsiipi, Mellunmäki, Lohikäärmepuisto, Mustakivi, and Etupelto.
  • Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
  • At Loru Playground on Tuesday:
    10–10:30 a.m. Loru's Stroller Gymnastics, Oodi courtyard
    1–1:30 p.m. Loru's Fun – baby session with music and rhythm, Oodi 3rd floor.
    2:30–3 p.m. Loru Sings – a song session for all ages, Oodi courtyard or 3rd floor.
  • MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0–12. Read more on the family center's pages!

Library activities on Tuesday

  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
    (Due to updates to the Helmet website, day-specific event links are no longer available.)

WEDNESDAY 26.6.2024

Events and
activity suggestions

  • Children's Traffic City is open Wednesdays 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and children can ride scooters in the area. The activity is aimed at children born in 2019 and older. Lessons start every hour on the hour, with the last lesson starting at 3 p.m. Free entry to Traffic City.
  • Espoo: Summer Boogie at Aurora Children's Cultural Center on Wednesday 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Free entry.
  • Espoo: Jukran Pujut Summer Movies at Aurora Children's Cultural Center on Wednesday 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Free entry.
  • Art Activities at Annantalo every weekday 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.
    Art activities take place in summer 2024 in Annantalo's courtyard or indoors. Guided activities are suitable for children under 8 with their own adult, and for older children also without an adult. You can drop in at any time during Art Activities or stay longer.
  • Vantaa: Tuntupolku – Experience space for babies and toddlers at Pessi Children's Cultural Center (Tikkurila) 4/5–6/30.2024. Open Wed–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and at Pessi evening and weekend events. Free entry.

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  • Suomenlinna adventure tour: The Secret of Wolf Island on Wednesday at 12 p.m. Tickets 14 € (children under 16) and 16 € (adults).
    The Secret of Wolf Island is a history-based adventure tour aimed at children (6–13 years) and also works well for adults. Following clues and solving hints, adventurers encounter exciting situations and curious happenings from times past. The tour introduces Suomenlinna and the 1700s in a fun and experiential way.
  • Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open Wednesdays 12–4 p.m. Small admission fee.

Playground activities on Wednesday

  • Playground summer lunch menu on Wednesday: Fish soup (L G N S K).
    Bring your own pot, cutlery, and drink!
  • The summer season at playgrounds continues and the playgrounds open this week are:
    Trumpetti, Nuoli, Ida, Torpparinmäki, Kotinummi, Kankarepuisto, Kiikku, Iso-Antti, Hilleri, Arabia, Brahe, Loru, Ulvila, Maunula, Piika, Vähätupa, Kannelmäki, Laurinniitty, Munkki, Isonneva, Taivallahti, Lahnalahti, Intia, Mäkitorppa, Viikkari, Kurranummi, Linja, Traktori, Maasälpä, Linnunrata, Tuorinniemi, Rudolf, Myllynsiipi, Mellunmäki, Lohikäärmepuisto, Mustakivi, and Etupelto.
  • Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
  • Playground paddling pools and water play areas are partially available during summer 2024 in open playgrounds.
  • MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0–12. Read more on the family center's pages!

Library activities on Wednesday

  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
    (Due to updates to the Helmet website, day-specific event links are no longer available.)

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THURSDAY 27.6.2024

Events and
activity suggestions

  • Pienten Helsinki's Summer in Helsinki series and many tips for summer activities in Helsinki can be found in Pienten Helsinki. Summer tips are also suitable for tourists visiting the city.
  • Children's Traffic City is open Thursdays 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and children can ride scooters in the area. The activity is aimed at children born in 2019 and older. Lessons start every hour on the hour, with the last lesson starting at 3 p.m. Free entry to Traffic City.
  • Helsinki Pride Week 24.–30.6.2024.
  • Espoo: Aurora Summer Stage: Megamuskari – Summer Music Playschool at Aurora Children's Cultural Center on Thursday at 10 a.m. Free entry.
  • Espoo: Summer Boogie at Aurora Children's Cultural Center on Thursday 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Free entry.
  • Espoo: Jukran Pujut Summer Movies at Aurora Children's Cultural Center on Thursday 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Free entry.
  • Art Activities at Annantalo every weekday 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.
    Art activities take place in summer 2024 in Annantalo's courtyard or indoors. Guided activities are suitable for children under 8 with their own adult, and for older children also without an adult. You can drop in at any time during Art Activities or stay longer.
  • Vantaa: Tuntupolku – Experience space for babies and toddlers at Pessi Children's Cultural Center (Tikkurila) 4/5–6/30.2024. Open Wed–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and at Pessi evening and weekend events. Free entry.

    Commercial cooperation
  • Suomenlinna adventure tour: The Secret of Wolf Island on Thursday at 12 p.m. Tickets 14 € (children under 16) and 16 € (adults).
    The Secret of Wolf Island is a history-based adventure tour aimed at children (6–13 years) and also works well for adults. Following clues and solving hints, adventurers encounter exciting situations and curious happenings from times past. The tour introduces Suomenlinna and the 1700s in a fun and experiential way.

  • University of Helsinki Observatory on Observatory Hill is open Thursdays 12–8 p.m. Museum admission fee.
  • Espoo: Tapiolä Garden Workshops at Tapio Park on Thursday 3–5 p.m. A design workshop suitable for the whole family. Free entry.

Playground activities on Thursday

  • Playground summer lunch menu on Thursday: Sweet potato and potato soup (M G K Veg)
    Bring your own pot, cutlery, and drink!
  • The summer season at playgrounds continues and the playgrounds open this week are:
    Trumpetti, Nuoli, Ida, Torpparinmäki, Kotinummi, Kankarepuisto, Kiikku, Iso-Antti, Hilleri, Arabia, Brahe, Loru, Ulvila, Maunula, Piika, Vähätupa, Kannelmäki, Laurinniitty, Munkki, Isonneva, Taivallahti, Lahnalahti, Intia, Mäkitorppa, Viikkari, Kurranummi, Linja, Traktori, Maasälpä, Linnunrata, Tuorinniemi, Rudolf, Myllynsiipi, Mellunmäki, Lohikäärmepuisto, Mustakivi, and Etupelto.
  • Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
  • Playground paddling pools and water play areas are partially available during summer 2024 in open playgrounds.
  • At Loru Playground on Thursday:
    10–11 a.m. Loru Discovers – a physical activity session for children over 2, Oodi courtyard or 3rd floor.
    1–2:30 p.m. Loru's Fun – baby session with a changing theme, Oodi 3rd floor. 
    2:30–3 p.m. Loru Reads – an activity reading time for children over 1, Oodi courtyard or 3rd floor
  • MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0–12. Read more on the family center's pages!

Library activities on Thursday

  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
    (Due to updates to the Helmet website, day-specific event links are no longer available.)

FRIDAY 28.6.2024

Events and
activity suggestions

  • Pienten Helsinki's Summer in Helsinki series and many tips for summer activities in Helsinki can be found in Pienten Helsinki. Summer tips are also suitable for tourists visiting the city.
  • Art Activities at Annantalo every weekday 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.
    Art activities take place in summer 2024 in Annantalo's courtyard or indoors. Guided activities are suitable for children under 8 with their own adult, and for older children also without an adult. You can drop in at any time during Art Activities or stay longer.
  • Children's Traffic City is open Fridays 10 a.m.–4 p.m. On family days, lessons are not held; children move around Traffic City with their own adult's guidance. Driving time 30 minutes. Free entry to Traffic City.
  • Vantaa: Tuntupolku – Experience space for babies and toddlers at Pessi Children's Cultural Center (Tikkurila) 4/5–6/30.2024. Open Wed–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and at Pessi evening and weekend events. Free entry.

    Commercial cooperation
  • Suomenlinna adventure tour: The Secret of Wolf Island (in Swedish) on Friday at 12 p.m. Tickets 14 € (children under 16) and 16 € (adults).
    The Secret of Wolf Island is a history-based adventure tour aimed at children (6–13 years) and also works well for adults. Following clues and solving hints, adventurers encounter exciting situations and curious happenings from times past. The tour introduces Suomenlinna and the 1700s in a fun and experiential way.
  • MIL-Espa: Finnish Defence Forces Conscript Military Band Showband at Espa Stage on Friday at 2 p.m. Free entry.
  • University of Helsinki Observatory on Observatory Hill is open Fridays 12–4 p.m. Museum admission fee.

Playground activities on Friday

  • Playground summer lunch menu on Friday: Ground meat soup (M G S K)
    Bring your own pot, cutlery, and drink!
  • The summer season at playgrounds begins and the playgrounds open this week are:
    Trumpetti, Nuoli, Ida, Torpparinmäki, Kotinummi, Kankarepuisto, Kiikku, Iso-Antti, Hilleri, Arabia, Brahe, Loru, Ulvila, Maunula, Piika, Vähätupa, Kannelmäki, Laurinniitty, Munkki, Isonneva, Taivallahti, Lahnalahti, Intia, Mäkitorppa, Viikkari, Kurranummi, Linja, Traktori, Maasälpä, Linnunrata, Tuorinniemi, Rudolf, Myllynsiipi, Mellunmäki, Lohikäärmepuisto, Mustakivi, and Etupelto.
  • Playgrounds announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
  • Playground paddling pools and water play areas are partially available during summer 2024 in open playgrounds.
  • At Loru Playground on Friday:
    10–10:30 a.m. Loru Sings – a song session for all ages, Oodi courtyard or 3rd floor.
    2–2:45 p.m. Loru's Games – session for children over 1, Oodi courtyard or 3rd floor.
  • MLL's Family Center Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0–12. Read more on the family center's pages!
  • All of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips can be found here.

Library activities on Friday

  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
    (Due to updates to the Helmet website, day-specific event links are no longer available.)

SATURDAY 29.6.2024

Events and
activity suggestions

  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
    (Due to updates to the Helmet website, day-specific event links are no longer available.)
  • Vantaa: Backas Family Day at Ravintola Backaksen courtyard in Pakkala on Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Free entry.
  • Vantaa: Håkansbölen summer exhibitions are open at Håkansbölen Manor grounds on Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Free entry.
  • Helsinki Pride Week 24.–30.6.2024.

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  • Suomenlinna adventure tour: The Secret of Wolf Island on Saturday at 12 p.m. Tickets 14 € (children under 16) and 16 € (adults).
    The Secret of Wolf Island is a history-based adventure tour aimed at children (6–13 years) and also works well for adults. Following clues and solving hints, adventurers encounter exciting situations and curious happenings from times past. The tour introduces Suomenlinna and the 1700s in a fun and experiential way.

SUNDAY 30.6.2024

Events and
activity suggestions

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