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Where to go with children in Helsinki? 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 cover image of this article is from the Alpine Model Railroad Enthusiasts' miniature railroad exhibition, which opens again this week at the Niitty shopping center in Espoo. Starting next week, you can also marvel at the grand miniature railroad in Helsinki!
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- MLL's Family House Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0-12. Read more on the family house website!
- Schedule for MLL's family cafés can be found on the MLL Uusimaa website.
- You can also borrow a museum ticket to the Natural History Museum or admission tickets to Korkeasaari from the library! From Viikki Library you can borrow admission to the Natural History Museum. From Kalasatama Library, you can borrow admission tickets to Korkeasaari zoo.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Events and
Activity Tips
- Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Dance and Play workshop for toddlers (1–3 years) and their parents at Caisa on Monday at 9:15 and 10:15. Free admission, first 12 people welcome.
- Albertin Living Room is open Monday 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (International Monday).
- Playgrounds Loru on Monday:
10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m. Loru's Games for over 1-year-olds, Oodi 3rd floor event room
1–1:30 p.m. Kukkuluuruu Baby Session, Oodi 3rd floor event room
3–3:30 p.m. Kukkuluuruu Baby Session, Oodi 3rd floor event room - Family Fun Time offers children under school age and their parents a space where they can move and play together freely and at no cost. Family Fun Time sessions on Mondays:
- Tapiola Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) Mondays 5–6:30 p.m. November 4 – December 9, 2024.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Events and
Activity Tips
- Metropolia HyMy Village Family Circle Metku at Metropolia UAS Myllypuro premises (next to the metro station) Tuesday 9–11 a.m. Each session also features varying programs for families led by early childhood education, social work, health, and culture students. Free admission.
- Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Playgrounds Loru on Tuesday:
10–10:30 a.m. Loru Moves - gentle movement with baby, Oodi 3rd floor
1–1:30 p.m. In Loru's Warmth - songs, nursery rhymes and rhythm for babies, Oodi 3rd floor event room - Kindergarten Museum is open Tuesdays 12 p.m.–7 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Art for Toddlers workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) Tuesdays 1:30–3:30 p.m. Workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children with their own adult. No advance registration required, free admission. You can participate for the full duration or just drop in.
- HIFK's Story Time for Children at Oodi central library Tuesday 2 p.m.
- Family Fun Time offers children under school age and their parents a space where they can move and play together freely and at no cost. Family Fun Time sessions on Tuesdays:
- Pallomylly Indoor Hall at Myllypuro Sports Park (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) Tuesdays 9:30–11:30 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. September 3 – December 12, 2024.
- Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) Tuesdays 5–6:30 p.m. September 3 – December 3, 2024.
- Kannelmäki Primary School (Kuninkaantammenkierto 22) Tuesdays 5–6:30 p.m. September 3 – December 10, 2024.
- Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) Tuesdays 5–6:30 p.m. September 3 – December 14, 2024.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Events and
Activity Tips
- Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Playgrounds Loru on Wednesday:
- 10:30–11:30 a.m. In Loru's Enchantment - with varying themes, Oodi 3rd floor event room
- 1–1:30 p.m. Loru's Songs for All Ages, Oodi 3rd floor event room - Albertin Living Room is open Wednesdays 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Napero Cinema at Annantalo Wednesday 10 a.m. Free admission.
- Fire Museum at the Erottaja Fire Station is open Wednesdays 12–4 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Kindergarten Museum is open Wednesday 12 p.m.–7 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Espoo: Alpine Model Railroad Enthusiasts' Miniature Railroad Exhibition opens at Espoo Niittykummu, Niitty shopping center, on Wednesday. Open Wednesdays and Fridays 3–6 p.m. and Saturdays 12–6 p.m. The location is a small store between K-Supermarket and Alko on the ground floor of the shopping center. Free admission.
- Family Fun Time offers children under school age and their parents a space where they can move and play together freely and at no cost. Family Fun Time sessions on Wednesdays:
- Kurkimäki Court House (Karpalokuja 7) Wednesdays 9:30–11 a.m. September 4 – November 27, 2024.
- Merilahti Primary School in Meri-Rastila (Jaluspolku 3) Wednesdays 5–7 p.m. September 4 – December 11.
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Events and
Activity Tips
- Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Playgrounds Loru on Thursday:
- 10–10:30 a.m. Loru Moves - stroller exercise, Oodi courtyard
- 1–1:30 p.m. Loru's Fun - the joy of doing things together for all ages through stories, music, play or art, Oodi 3rd floor - Albertin Living Room is open Thursday 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Art for Toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) Thursdays 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children with their own adult. No advance registration required, free admission. You can participate for the full duration or just drop in.
- Helsinki University Observatory at Tähtitorninmäki is open Thursday 12–8 p.m. Museum admission fee.
- Craft Thursdays at Rikhardinkatu Library Thursdays 2–8 p.m. Free admission.
- Family Fun Time offers children under school age and their parents a space where they can move and play together freely and at no cost. Family Fun Time sessions on Thursdays:
- Tali Sports Park Soccer Hall (Purotie 8) Thursdays 9:30–11 a.m. September 5 – December 12, 2024.
- Kampi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) Thursdays 5–6:30 p.m. September 5 – December 12, 2024.
- Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) Thursdays 4:30–6 p.m. and 6–7 p.m. (school-age) September 5 – December 14, 2024.
- Pukinmäenkari Primary School (Kenttäkuja 12) Thursdays 5–6:30 p.m. September 5 – December 12, 2024.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Events and
Activity Tips
- Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Playgrounds Loru on Friday:
10–10:30 a.m. Loru's Songs for All Ages, Oodi 3rd floor Story Rug
1–1:30 p.m. Loru's Songs for All Ages, Oodi 3rd floor Story Rug
2–2:45 p.m. Loru Creates – Loru Discovers: a search activity for over 2-year-olds, Oodi 3rd floor children's area - Albertin Living Room is open Friday 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Helsinki University Observatory at Tähtitorninmäki is open Friday 12–4 p.m. Museum admission fee.
- Kanneltalo Art Circle for children Fridays 1–3 p.m. Free admission.
- Espoo: Alpine Model Railroad Enthusiasts' Miniature Railroad Exhibition at Espoo Niittykummu, Niitty shopping center, is open Wednesdays and Fridays 3–6 p.m. and Saturdays 12–6 p.m. The location is a small store between K-Supermarket and Alko on the ground floor of the shopping center. Free admission.
- Vantaa: Dark Tours for Children at Vantaa City Museum (Tikkurila) Friday 5:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Free admission.
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2024
Events and
Activity Tips
Christmas Openings are held Saturday at many shopping centers.
- Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's events page.
- Go on an adventure to Uunisaari Island located in front of Kaivopuisto - you can now access it via a bridge!
- Tapiola Ice Garden has opened for the skating season!
- Sports Fun Time at Maunula Sports Hall (Maunulanmäki 3) Saturday 9–10:30 a.m. Sports Fun Time offers children under 9 and their families the opportunity to move in a variety of ways and have fun. You can arrive on your own schedule. Lockers with locks operate with a 1-euro coin. Cash is not accepted at Maunula Sports Fun Time. Admission 3.50€ for adults, 2€ for others, free for children under 9.
- Espoo: Art Graphics Workshop at Children's Cultural Center Aurora Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Free admission.
- Kirpis! Large Children's Flea Market Event at Herttoniemenranta Elementary School Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Tuusula: Lotta Museum Christmas Opening in Tuusula Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free admission.
- Annantalo Art Saturday: Sounds of Nature - Instrument Building Workshop at Annantalo Saturday 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Free admission.
- Espoo: Alpine Model Railroad Enthusiasts' Miniature Railroad Exhibition at Espoo Niittykummu, Niitty shopping center, is open Wednesdays and Fridays 3–6 p.m. and Saturdays 12–6 p.m. The location is a small store between K-Supermarket and Alko on the ground floor of the shopping center. Free admission.
- Pentti Rasinkangas Duo at Pitäjänmäki Library Saturday 2 p.m. Free admission.
- Sipoo: Lux Lilla Villa Opening Event at Lilla Villa Grounds in Nickby Saturday 6–8 p.m. Free admission.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Events and
Activity Tips
- Sports Fun Time at Liikuntamylly (Jauhokuja 3) in Myllypuro Sunday 9–10:45 a.m.
Sports Fun Time offers children under 9 and their families the opportunity to move in a variety of ways and have fun. You can arrive on your own schedule, there is space for strollers in the lobby and you should bring your own lock for the locker. Admission 3.50€ for adults, 2€ for others, free for children under 9.
- Go on an adventure to Uunisaari Island located in front of Kaivopuisto - you can now access it via a bridge!
- Tapiola Ice Garden has opened for the skating season!
- Fire Museum at the Erottaja Fire Station is open Sundays 12–4 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Sipoo: Lux Lilla Villa Light Garden at Lilla Villa Grounds in Nickby is open Sunday 6–9 p.m. Free admission.
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