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What to do or where to go with children? What child-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki during Epiphany? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to Go This Week" series searches for tips and recommends child-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The website targets families with children under ten years old.
The cover image of the article features the Rainbow River light art installation from Espoo Cathedral and the river area. The light installation can be experienced until January 6, 2023 during dusk hours.
Exhibition Tips for Families
Final week!
A Hundred Pictures for You, Be a Friend to Me! Virpi Talvitie's Illustration Exhibition at Kanneltalo from November 17, 2022 to January 8, 2023.
Vantaa: Bunnies' Words Exhibition at the Martinuksen Cultural Center courtyard from December 17, 2022 to January 29, 2023.
Everything Made of Glass Exhibition at Annantalo from November 11, 2022 to February 25, 2023.Note! Annantalo is closed from December 31, 2022 to January 8, 2023.
Square / Cube Exhibition at Annantalo from October 20, 2022 to March 4, 2023.
Museum tips for families can be found in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
MONDAY JANUARY 2, 2023
Events and Activity Tips
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Albert's Living Room is closed during the Christmas holidays from December 16, 2022 to January 8, 2023.
Commercial cooperation
TsigaBoom! Circus, Fun, and Carnival Rides at the Convention Center daily from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, 12-6 pm. Free admission to the Convention Center event area, but tickets to Finland Circus shows and Tivoli Sariola rides are paid.
Espoo: Introduction to Skiing for Families at Oittaa (Kunnarlantie 33-39, Espoo) on Monday at 11, 11:30, 12, and 12:30. Meeting at Oittaa Angry Birds park. Children with their own equipment and parents on skis or on foot helping the younger skiers in the family. Free event, no registration needed.
Lighthouse Keeper's Route in Suomenlinna from November 26, 2022 to January 6, 2023.
Espoo: Rainbow River Light Art Installation at Espoo Cathedral and the river area until January 6, 2023 during dusk hours. Free admission.
Valotalo - Annantalo's community facade art from December 10, 2022 to January 23, 2023.
Lux Korkeasaari from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, with the zoo open daily from 10 am to 7 pm. Admission fee applies.
Activity Playgrounds on Monday
From January 2-5, 2023 the following playgrounds are open: Loru, Brahe, Intia, Kannelmäki, Ulvila, Ida, Maunula, Kankarepuisto, Traktori, Maasälpä, Lampi, Myllynsiipi, and Hilleri.
Playgrounds announce their programs in the city event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
The Loru Playground Program at the Central Library Oodi from January 2-5, 2023.
Note! The City of Helsinki announced on December 8, 2022 that it will continue closing activity playgrounds, and starting in January, 39 of the city's playgrounds will be closed at least until summer 2023. You can sign the #pientenpuolella petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and an introduction to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Library Events on Monday
Helmet Library's children's events for Monday can be found on Helmet's event page.
TUESDAY JANUARY 3, 2023
Events and Activity Tips
You can view the Christmas atmosphere at Haltiala Farm's animal stable from December 8, 2022 to January 7, 2023. The stable is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 am to 1 pm and on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm (closed December 24 and 31, 2022). Free admission.
Bank of Finland Money Museum (Snellmanninkatu 2) is open Tuesday to Friday from 11 am to 5 pm and weekends from 11 am to 4 pm. Free admission.
Commercial cooperation
TsigaBoom! Circus, Fun, and Carnival Rides at the Convention Center daily from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, 12-6 pm. Free admission to the Convention Center event area, but tickets to Finland Circus shows and Tivoli Sariola rides are paid.
Lighthouse Keeper's Route in Suomenlinna from November 26, 2022 to January 6, 2023.
Espoo: Rainbow River Light Art Installation at Espoo Cathedral and the river area until January 6, 2023 during dusk hours. Free admission.
Valotalo - Annantalo's community facade art from December 10, 2022 to January 23, 2023.
Lux Korkeasaari from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, with the zoo open daily from 10 am to 7 pm. Admission fee applies.
More self-guided winter break tips can be found on Pienten Helsinki!
Activity Playgrounds on Tuesday
From January 2-5, 2023 the following playgrounds are open: Loru, Brahe, Intia, Kannelmäki, Ulvila, Ida, Maunula, Kankarepuisto, Traktori, Maasälpä, Lampi, Myllynsiipi, and Hilleri.
Playgrounds announce their programs in the city event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
The Loru Playground Program at the Central Library Oodi from January 2-5, 2023.
Note! The City of Helsinki announced on December 8, 2022 that it will continue closing activity playgrounds, and starting in January, 39 of the city's playgrounds will be closed at least until summer 2023. You can sign the #pientenpuolella petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and an introduction to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Library Events on Tuesday
Helmet Library's children's events for Tuesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
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WEDNESDAY JANUARY 4, 2023
Events and Activity Tips
What to do today? Check out tips for boring days on Pienten Helsinki!
Commercial cooperation
TsigaBoom! Circus, Fun, and Carnival Rides at the Convention Center daily from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, 12-6 pm. Free admission to the Convention Center event area, but tickets to Finland Circus shows and Tivoli Sariola rides are paid.
Albert's Living Room is closed during the Christmas holidays from December 16, 2022 to January 8, 2023.
Espoo: Family Ice Disco at Espoonlahti Forum Ice Hall (Espoonlahdentie 2-4) on Wednesday from 5-7 pm.
More self-guided winter break tips can be found on Pienten Helsinki!
Lighthouse Keeper's Route in Suomenlinna from November 26, 2022 to January 6, 2023.
Lux Helsinki Wednesday to Sunday from 5-10 pm. Free admission.
Lux Helsinki 2023 is held throughout the city. Art installations can be seen in the city center, Ruoholahti, and Suvihahti. More Lux Helsinki installations are seen at the city's cultural centers and district halls.
Espoo: Rainbow River Light Art Installation at Espoo Cathedral and the river area until January 6, 2023 during dusk hours. Free admission.
Valotalo - Annantalo's community facade art from December 10, 2022 to January 23, 2023.
Lux Korkeasaari from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, with the zoo open daily from 10 am to 7 pm. Admission fee applies.
Fire Museum at the Erottaja Rescue Station is open on Wednesdays from 12-4 pm. Small admission fee. (For certainty about winter break opening hours, it's best to confirm by calling first.)
Activity Playgrounds on Wednesday
From January 2-5, 2023 the following playgrounds are open: Loru, Brahe, Intia, Kannelmäki, Ulvila, Ida, Maunula, Kankarepuisto, Traktori, Maasälpä, Lampi, Myllynsiipi, and Hilleri.
Playgrounds announce their programs in the city event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
The Loru Playground Program at the Central Library Oodi from January 2-5, 2023.
Note! The City of Helsinki announced on December 8, 2022 that it will continue closing activity playgrounds, and starting in January, 39 of the city's playgrounds will be closed at least until summer 2023. You can sign the #pientenpuolella petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and an introduction to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Library Events on Wednesday
Helmet Library's children's events for Wednesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
THURSDAY JANUARY 5, 2023
Events and Activity Tips
Albert's Living Room is closed during the Christmas holidays from December 16, 2022 to January 8, 2023.
You can view the Christmas atmosphere at Haltiala Farm's animal stable from December 8, 2022 to January 7, 2023. The stable is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 am to 1 pm and on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm. Free admission.
Commercial cooperation
TsigaBoom! Circus, Fun, and Carnival Rides at the Convention Center daily from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, 12-6 pm. Free admission to the Convention Center event area, but tickets to Finland Circus shows and Tivoli Sariola rides are paid.
Espoo: Introduction to Skiing for Families at Oittaa (Kunnarlantie 33-39, Espoo) on Thursday at 11, 11:30, 12, and 12:30. Meeting at Oittaa Angry Birds park. Children with their own equipment and parents on skis or on foot helping the younger skiers in the family. Free event, no registration needed.
Lighthouse Keeper's Route in Suomenlinna from November 26, 2022 to January 6, 2023.
Lux Helsinki Wednesday to Sunday from 5-10 pm. Free admission.
Lux Helsinki 2023 is held throughout the city. Art installations can be seen in the city center, Ruoholahti, and Suvihahti. More Lux Helsinki installations are seen at the city's cultural centers and district halls.
Espoo: Rainbow River Light Art Installation at Espoo Cathedral and the river area until January 6, 2023 during dusk hours. Free admission.
Valotalo - Annantalo's community facade art from December 10, 2022 to January 23, 2023.
Lux Korkeasaari from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, with the zoo open daily from 10 am to 7 pm. Admission fee applies.
More self-guided winter break tips can be found on Pienten Helsinki!
Activity Playgrounds on Thursday
From January 2-5, 2023 the following playgrounds are open: Loru, Brahe, Intia, Kannelmäki, Ulvila, Ida, Maunula, Kankarepuisto, Traktori, Maasälpä, Lampi, Myllynsiipi, and Hilleri.
Playgrounds announce their programs in the city event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
The Loru Playground Program at the Central Library Oodi from January 2-5, 2023.
Note! The City of Helsinki announced on December 8, 2022 that it will continue closing activity playgrounds, and starting in January, 39 of the city's playgrounds will be closed at least until summer 2023. You can sign the #pientenpuolella petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and an introduction to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Library Events on Thursday
Helmet Library's children's events for Thursday can be found on Helmet's event page.
FRIDAY JANUARY 6, 2023
Epiphany
Events and Activity Tips
Commercial cooperation
TsigaBoom! Circus, Fun, and Carnival Rides at the Convention Center daily from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, 12-6 pm. Free admission to the Convention Center event area, but tickets to Finland Circus shows and Tivoli Sariola rides are paid.
Järvenpää: Children's Epiphany at Järvenpää Art Museum on Friday from 11 am to 3 pm. Museum admission applies, under 18s free.
Puppet Theater Sytkyt: A Christmas Tale Puppet Show at the Winter Garden (Hammarskjöldintie 1 A) on Epiphany at 1 pm and 3 pm. Free admission to performances.
The Christmas-decorated Winter Garden and the garden's carp pond are a wonderful experience. Free admission.
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Current condition reports for ice skating rinks can be found at www.ulkoliikunta.fi!
Kiasma's Free Day on Friday January 6, 2023.
Final day! Lighthouse Keeper's Route in Suomenlinna from November 26, 2022 to January 6, 2023.
Final day! Espoo: Rainbow River Light Art Installation at Espoo Cathedral and the river area until January 6, 2023 during dusk hours. Free admission.
Lux Helsinki Wednesday to Sunday from 5-10 pm. Free admission.
Lux Helsinki 2023 is held throughout the city. Art installations can be seen in the city center, Ruoholahti, and Suvihahti. More Lux Helsinki installations are seen at the city's cultural centers and district halls.
Lux Korkeasaari from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, with the zoo open daily from 10 am to 7 pm. Admission fee applies.
Valotalo - Annantalo's community facade art from December 10, 2022 to January 23, 2023.
More self-guided winter and New Year break tips can be found on Pienten Helsinki!
Activity Playgrounds on Friday
Due to Epiphany all playgrounds are closed. The playgrounds' outdoor areas are always available.
Note! The City of Helsinki announced on December 8, 2022 that it will continue closing activity playgrounds, and starting in January, 39 of the city's playgrounds will be closed at least until summer 2023. You can sign the #pientenpuolella petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and an introduction to Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Library Events on Friday
On Epiphany the following are open: Entresse, Iso Omenta, Lippulaiva, and Sello libraries in Espoo from 10 am to 6 pm, Central Library Oodi in Helsinki from 12 to 6 pm, and some self-service libraries. Other libraries are closed.
SATURDAY JANUARY 7, 2023
What to Do on New Year's Eve with Children?
Helmet Library's children's events for Saturday can be found on Helmet's event page.
Commercial cooperation
TsigaBoom! Circus, Fun, and Carnival Rides at the Convention Center daily from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, 12-6 pm. Free admission to the Convention Center event area, but tickets to Finland Circus shows and Tivoli Sariola rides are paid.
What to do today? Check out tips for boring days on Pienten Helsinki!
Museum tips for families can be found in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
This Month's Starry Sky Show at the Helsinki Observatory planetarium on Saturday at 1 pm. The show is suitable for children over four years old. Tickets 4 €.
Lux Helsinki Wednesday to Sunday from 5-10 pm. Free admission.
Lux Helsinki 2023 is held throughout the city. Art installations can be seen in the city center, Ruoholahti, and Suvihahti. More Lux Helsinki installations are seen at the city's cultural centers and district halls.
Lux Korkeasaari from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, with the zoo open daily from 10 am to 7 pm. Admission fee applies.
Valotalo - Annantalo's community facade art from December 10, 2022 to January 23, 2023.
SUNDAY JANUARY 8, 2023
Events and Activity Tips
Espoo: Family Day Sports Event at Mankka School gym on Sunday from 10 am to 12 pm. Free admission.
Commercial cooperation
TsigaBoom! Circus, Fun, and Carnival Rides at the Convention Center daily from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, 12-6 pm. Free admission to the Convention Center event area, but tickets to Finland Circus shows and Tivoli Sariola rides are paid.
What to do today? Check out tips for boring days on Pienten Helsinki!
Bank of Finland Money Museum (Snellmanninkatu 2) is open Tuesday to Friday from 11 am to 5 pm and weekends from 11 am to 4 pm. Free admission.
Final day! Lux Helsinki Wednesday to Sunday from 5-10 pm. Free admission.
Lux Helsinki 2023 is held throughout the city. Art installations can be seen in the city center, Ruoholahti, and Suvihahti. More Lux Helsinki installations are seen at the city's cultural centers and district halls.
Final day! Lux Korkeasaari from December 26, 2022 to January 8, 2023, with the zoo open daily from 10 am to 7 pm. Admission fee applies.
Valotalo - Annantalo's community facade art from December 10, 2022 to January 23, 2023.
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