What kid-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki? Where to go with children on weekends? What to do on a rainy day? Pienten Helsinki's weekly series looks for activity tips and highlights family-friendly events in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The target audience of the website is families with preschool-aged children.

Where to go this week continues to be published with a slightly changed concept. The article lists the highlights of the week's events and the most interesting activity tips of the week. It also includes highlights from Pienten Helsinki articles and news. The future of the site is wide open. If you want your advertisement to reach an excellent target audience, read more here.

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Family City Paths
In the coming months, Pienten Helsinki will launch a new type of city tourism concept when restaurant management student Heidi Säynätkari creates city paths for families in several neighborhoods of Helsinki as her final project. The publication of Family City Paths has been delayed due to server issues and the paths will be published as soon as possible!

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

Events at libraries

Story times and children's events at the Helmet libraries in the Helsinki metropolitan area for Monday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.

Events in playgrounds

Playground events can now also be found in the Helsinki City event calendar. You can browse Monday's events here.

Events and activity tips

Albertin Living Room, an open meeting place for families with children and seniors in Kamppi, is open on Mondays from 9:30 AM-3 PM. Read more on Helsinki Mission's website.

MLL's Dad Cafe at Iso-Antinki playground on Mondays at 10 AM. More information on the event's Facebook page.

Museums open on Mondays include Helsinki City Museum and Children's City, Amos Rex, Päivälehti Museum, and Haltia Nature Center in Espoo (summer season).

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Events at libraries

Story times and children's events at the Helmet libraries in the Helsinki metropolitan area for Tuesday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.

Events in playgrounds

Playground events can now also be found in the Helsinki City event calendar. You can browse Tuesday's events here.

Events and activity tips

Family Ball Games at the Pallomylly indoor hall in Myllypuro sports park. In family ball games, all children under 9 move with their own adult on soft artificial turf. Free play, stunts, running or learning to walk. Family ball games on Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 AM and 4-6 PM. Morning ball games are free for everyone, afternoon ball games cost adults a Pallomylly entry fee (3.50 €). Read more in Pienten Helsinki's Helsinki on the Move tips.

Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops on Tuesday at Culture Center Caisa at 2 PM. The workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children with their guardian. You can participate for the whole time or just pop in for a bit. No pre-registration required, free entry. More information on Caisa's website.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Events at libraries

Story times and children's events at the Helmet libraries in the Helsinki metropolitan area for Wednesday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.

First day of fall!
Tip for babies and parents: BabyKino at Kallio Library. You can go to the movies with your baby on Wednesdays at 12 PM and 2:30 PM. You can find BabyKino's own Facebook group here, where for example this week's movie is published and people vote on upcoming programs. More information is also available on BabyKino's Facebook page.

Events in playgrounds

Playground events can now also be found in the Helsinki City event calendar. You can browse Wednesday's events here.

Events and activity tips

Extended hours! Albertin Living Room, an open meeting place for families with children and seniors in Kamppi, is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 AM-5 PM. Read more on Helsinki Mission's website.

Fallkulla Farm is open on Wednesdays from 10 AM-6 PM. Free entry.

Fire Museum at the Erottaja fire station is open on Wednesdays from 12-4 PM. Entry fee 2 €, under 15-year-olds free. More information on the museum's website.

Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesdays from 12-6 PM. Small entry fee.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Events at libraries

Story times and children's events at the Helmet libraries in the Helsinki metropolitan area for Thursday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.

Events in playgrounds

Playground events can now also be found in the Helsinki City event calendar. You can browse Thursday's events here.

Events and activity tips

Helsinki Design Week Sept 5-15, 2019.

Kids' HDW: Colorful City DIY Workshop at the Helsinki City Museum Sept 5-15, 2019.

MLL's Family Café at Krunun Mesta (Meritullinkatu 6) on Thursdays from 9:30-11:30 AM. More information from the family café's Facebook group.

Albertin Living Room, an open meeting place for families with children and seniors in Kamppi, is open on Thursdays from 9:30 AM-3 PM. Read more on Helsinki Mission's website.

Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops on Thursday at Culture Center Caisa at 10 AM. The workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children with their guardian. You can participate for the whole time or just pop in for a bit. No pre-registration required, free entry. More information on Caisa's website.

Fallkulla Farm is open on Thursdays from 10 AM-6 PM. Free entry.

Family Ball Games at the Pallomylly indoor hall in Myllypuro sports park. In family ball games, all children under 9 move with their own adult on soft artificial turf. Free play, stunts, running or learning to walk. Family ball games on Thursdays 4-5 PM. Afternoon ball games cost adults a Pallomylly entry fee (3.50 €). Read more in Pienten Helsinki's Helsinki on the Move tips.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Events at libraries

Story times and children's events at the Helmet libraries in the Helsinki metropolitan area for Friday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.

Events in playgrounds

Playground events can now also be found in the Helsinki City event calendar. You can browse Friday's events here.

Events and activity tips

Helsinki Design Week Sept 5-15, 2019.

Kids' HDW: Colorful City DIY Workshop at the Helsinki City Museum Sept 5-15, 2019.

Albertin Living Room, an open meeting place for families with children and seniors in Kamppi, is open on Fridays from 9:30 AM-3 PM. Read more on Helsinki Mission's website.

Naperokino at Annantalo on Fridays at 10 AM. Age recommendation: 0–3 years with an adult, older children also welcome. Movies are free. More information on Annantalo's website.

Kids' Fridays at Alppila Church on Fridays from 10 AM-12 PM. The full autumn program can be found on the event's Facebook page.

Fallkulla Farm is open on Fridays from 10 AM-6 PM. Free entry.

Night of the Cats at Korkeasaari Zoo on Friday from 4 PM-12 AM. Tickets 20 €/15 €/ 12 €. Read more and buy tickets in advance on Korkeasaari's website.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

Events at libraries

Story times and children's events at the Helmet libraries in the Helsinki metropolitan area for Saturday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.

Events and activity tips

Helsinki Design Week Sept 5-15, 2019.

Kids' HDW: Colorful City DIY Workshop at the Helsinki City Museum Sept 5-15, 2019.

HDW: Design Market event at Cable Factory Sept 7-8, 2019.

Espoo: Saturday Workshops and Block Runners at Auro Children's Culture Center on Saturday from 10 AM-2 PM. More information on the culture center's website.

Tuusula: Children's Museum Day at Tuusula Lake Museums on Saturday from 10 AM-4 PM. Children's Museum Day program is free and museums have free entry for children all day. More information about the amazing program can be found on the event's website.

Pihlajamäki Village Festival on Saturday starting at 10 AM. The Children's Play Area is open from 11 AM-2 PM. More detailed information on the event's Facebook page.

Espoo: Badger's Forest Story Hour at Villa Elfviki at 11 AM. Read more on Elfviki's website.

Espoo: Jazz for Kids - family jazz session at Espoo Culture Center's grand piano hall (in Tapiola) at 11 AM. The event is free to attend. More details on the event's Facebook page.

Flea market! MiniMartha Market at Helsingfors Svenska Marthaföreningen on Simenkatu on Saturday from 11 AM-3 PM. More information on the event's Facebook page.

Haltiala Farm is practically always open and the animals spend the summer in outdoor pastures. Stop by to visit the farm animals and play at Haltiala's playground.

Lauttasaari Days Street Festival on Tallberg park road and its surroundings on Saturday from 12-5 PM. There's also a program for children. More information on the event's website.

Kerava: Circus Markets in Kerava city center Sept 7-8, 2019. Read more on Kerava City's website.

Sleeping Beauty Puppet Theater Adventure for ages 4-9 at Music Theater Kapsäkki on Saturday at 1 PM and 3 PM. Tickets 20 €/ 14 €. More information on Kapsäkki's website.

Koskela Village Festival is being celebrated on Saturday starting at 2 PM. Get to know the diverse program and event venues on the village festival's website.

ToPos Toddler Group at Munkkiniemi Combined School's gym on Saturday from 2:30-4 PM. The event, which is open to all, promises action, games, obstacle courses and ball games. More information on the event's Facebook page.

Fireworks at Lauttasaari near Kasinonranta beach on Saturday at 9 PM. Read more on Kasinonranta Café's Facebook page.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

Events and activity tips

Helsinki Design Week Sept 5-15, 2019.

Kids' HDW: Colorful City DIY Workshop at the Helsinki City Museum Sept 5-15, 2019.

HDW: Design Market event at Cable Factory Sept 7-8, 2019.

Village Event around Pakila Upper School on Sunday from 10 AM-1 PM. More information on the event's Facebook page.

Espoo: Knight's Markets at Espoo Steiner Kindergarten Mesimaija on Sunday from 10 AM-2 PM. Read more on the event's Facebook page.

Fallkulla Farm is open on Sundays from 10 AM-3 PM. Free entry.

Haltiala Farm is practically always open and the animals spend the summer in outdoor pastures. Stop by to visit the farm animals and play at Haltiala's playground.

Flea market in Vantaa! MLL Aviapoliksen children's clothing and supplies flea market in Superpark Vantaa's parking lot on Sunday from 10:30 AM-2 PM. More information on the event's Facebook page.

Espoo: Fairy School in Villa Elfviki's Surroundings on Sunday from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. The walk follows children's pace. Bring snacks and dress according to the weather. The Fairy School walk is also suitable for those traveling with strollers. More information on Elfviki's website

Kerava: Circus Markets in Kerava city center Sept 7-8, 2019. Read more on Kerava City's website.

Tuusula: Harvest Markets at Krapihovi Farm's grounds. Program for children: animals, pony rides, games and crafts. Read more on the event's Facebook page.

Flea market! Aleksis Kivi Street Sunday Flea Market starting at 11 AM!

ITÄ 2019 Family Day is being celebrated at Stoa on Sunday from 11 AM-3:30 PM. Diverse festival program for the whole family. The event is partly paid. More information on Stoa's website.

Fire Museum at the Erottaja fire station is open on Sundays from 12-4 PM. Entry fee 2 €, under 15-year-olds free. More information on the museum's website.

Annantalo's Japan Day is being celebrated on Sunday from 12-5 PM. Read more on Annantalo's website.

Also remember

Helsinki Design Week Sept 5-15, 2019.

Helsinki Places article is a lifesaver for boring days with kids!

Animals in the City article brings together the best tips for the best places to see farm animals in Helsinki and the surrounding area.

In Espoo: Toy Museum at the Horseshoe come take a journey with the Game Pieces Board Game special exhibition. Museum entry fee.

Exhibition: Peek at what it looks like in Päivälehti Museum's Pekka Topohant exhibition!

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