Pienten Helsinki
Week's highlights for children's activities
What suitable activities for children can you find in Helsinki? Where to go with small children on weekends? What to do on a rainy day? Pienet Helsinki's weekly series looks for activity tips and recommends child-friendly places in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The website targets pre-school age children and families with children.
Where to go this week -article continues with a slightly modified concept. The article lists the week's event highlights and the most interesting activity tips of the week. It also includes highlights from Pienet Helsinki's news and new articles. The future of the site is still open, but we'll continue with this concept for the spring.
Pienet Helsinki's New Year Children at the Restaurant Challenge has been published!
Pienet Helsinki challenges all families looking for a lunch spot with children or hunting for a good child-friendly restaurant to share their best tips with others facing the same challenges. The goal is to create a comprehensive list of cafes and restaurants that have proven to be truly good or at least functional with children, accessible through one link, and making life easier for many other families.
Upcoming events in spring 2019 -list has had its first events published.
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MONDAY, JANUARY 21, 2019
Events at libraries
Story times and children's activities at Helmet libraries in the capital region for Monday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.
Events at playgrounds
Playground activities can now also be found in Helsinki's city event calendar. Monday's events can be browsed here.
Events and activity tips
Art clinic for ages 3-6 at Annantalo on Monday at 10 am and 12:30 pm. This week's theme at the art clinic is "Cloak swinging." You can participate in the art clinic weekly or just occasionally, but you should arrive on time. No advance registration required. Read more about the Art Clinic activities on Annantalo's website.
MLL Dad Cafe at Iso-Anta playground in Itäkeskus on Mondays 10 am-12 pm. More information on the event's Facebook page.
Museums open on Mondays include Helsinki City Museum and Children's City as well as Päivälehti Museum.
Current ski trail and ice skating rink conditions can be found on ulkoliikunta.fi.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2019
Events at libraries
Story times and children's activities at Helmet libraries in the capital region for Tuesday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.
Events at playgrounds
Playground activities can now also be found in Helsinki's city event calendar. Tuesday's events can be browsed here.
Events and activity tips
Family ball games at Pallomulyn indoor hall at Myllypuro sports park. During family ball games, all children under 9 years old move on the soft artificial turf with an accompanying adult. Free play, stunts, running, or even learning to walk. Family ball games on Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 am and 4-6 pm. Morning ball games are free for all, afternoon ball games cost adults Pallomulyn's daily fee (€3.50). Read more in Pienten Helsinki's Helsinki on the move -article.
Current ski trail and ice skating rink conditions can be found on ulkoliikunta.fi.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2019
Events at libraries
Story times and children's activities at Helmet libraries in the capital region for Wednesday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.
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. BabyKino's own group on Facebook can be found here, where, for example, the week's film is published and voting is held for upcoming programs. More information can also be found on BabyKino's Facebook page.
Events at playgrounds
Playground activities can now also be found in Helsinki's city event calendar. Wednesday's events can be browsed here.
Events and activity tips
Kindergarten Museum is open 12 pm-6 pm. Small entrance fee.
Onneli, Anneli and the Sleep Bell at Helix Cinema in Malmitalo on Wednesday at 6 pm. Tickets €6. More detailed information on Malmitalo's website.
Current ski trail and ice skating rink conditions can be found on ulkoliikunta.fi.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 24, 2019
Events at libraries
Story times and children's activities at Helmet libraries in the capital region for Thursday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.
Events at playgrounds
Playground activities can now also be found in Helsinki's city event calendar. Thursday's events can be browsed here.
Events and activity tips
Toddler pop-in workshops at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma continue on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10 am-1 pm until February 16, 2019. The pop-in workshop is designed for children ages 1-4 and accompanying adults. You can participate in the workshops with the museum's admission fee and join in your own time. Read more on Kiasma's website.
Family ball games at Pallomulyn indoor hall at Myllypuro sports park. During family ball games, all children under 9 years old move on the soft artificial turf with an accompanying adult. Free play, stunts, running, or even learning to walk. Family ball games on Thursdays 4-5 pm. Afternoon ball games cost adults Pallomulyn's daily fee (€3.50). Read more in Pienten Helsinki's Helsinki on the move -article.
Fathers and children sports group at Puotila Primary School gym on Thursdays 5-6 pm. Organized by MLL Uusimaa. Free entry. Read more on MLL father activities Facebook page.
Music Factory at Malmitalo on Thursday at 6 pm. In the impressive final concert of the Music Factory project, students from Laajasalo Primary School perform together with UMO. Note: Remember to register in advance! More information on Malmitalo's website. Free entry to the concert.
"Let's Go Next Door" exhibition at Malmitalo January 24-February 16, 2019. The exhibition is based on the children's book of the same name by Riina Katajavuori and Salla Savolainen. Read more on Malmitalo's website. Free entry.
Current ski trail and ice skating rink conditions can be found on ulkoliikunta.fi.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019
Events at libraries
Story times and children's activities at Helmet libraries in the capital region for Friday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.
Events at playgrounds
Playground activities can now also be found in Helsinki's city event calendar. Friday's events can be browsed here.
Events and activity tips
Small Size Days at Annantalo January 25-27, 2019
Small size days 2019 – Art doesn't look at age, curiosity decides
The weekend program can be found in full on Annantalo's website. Events require advance registration.
Small size days brings together children and parents, caregivers and decision-makers to remember that art is meaningful and necessary to us humans from the very beginning.
On the last weekend of January, January 25-27, 2019, small audiences are being celebrated for the fifth time. The event is organized by the Small size network, which has 71 members from five continents and 29 different countries.
Toddler pop-in workshops at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma continue on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10 am-1 pm until February 16, 2019. The pop-in workshop is designed for children ages 1-4 and accompanying adults. You can participate in the workshops with the museum's admission fee and join in your own time. Read more on Kiasma's website.
Educa exhibitions at Messukeskus January 25-26, 2019. Educa features children's theater preview performances, child and family organizations, and other interesting things for children. The exhibitions have free entry, but participation requires registration in advance or on-site. Read more on Educa's website.
Princess Pikkiriikki theatrical performance at Vuotalo on Friday at 6 pm. The performance is recommended for ages 2-6. Tickets €6. Tickets and more information on Vuotalo's website.
Swinging in search of swinging - concert experience at Arabia Hall on Friday at 6 pm for all ages. The concert is suitable for all ages, but the smallest should bring their own hearing protection. Free entry, no seat reservations. Read more on the event's Facebook page.
Current ski trail and ice skating rink conditions can be found on ulkoliikunta.fi.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 26, 2019
Events at libraries
Story times and children's activities at Helmet libraries in the capital region for Saturday can be found in the Helmet event calendar.
Events and activity tips
Garden bird watching – Finland's largest bird watching event January 26-27, 2019. Watch birds and nature for one hour, for example in your own backyard. Read more on Birdlife Finland's website.
Small Size Days at Annantalo January 25-27, 2019
Small size days 2019 – Art doesn't look at age, curiosity decides
The weekend program can be found in full on Annantalo's website. Events require advance registration.
Small size days brings together children and parents, caregivers and decision-makers to remember that art is meaningful and necessary to us humans from the very beginning.
On the last weekend of January, January 25-27, 2019, small audiences are being celebrated for the fifth time. The event is organized by the Small size network, which has 71 members from five continents and 29 different countries.
Toddler pop-in workshops at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma continue on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10 am-1 pm until February 16, 2019. The pop-in workshop is designed for children ages 1-4 and accompanying adults. You can participate in the workshops with the museum's admission fee and join in your own time. Read more on Kiasma's website.
Educa exhibitions at Messukeskus January 25-26, 2019. Educa features children's theater preview performances, child and family organizations, and other interesting things for children. The exhibitions have free entry, but participation requires registration in advance or on-site. Read more on Educa's website.
The Tale of Bunny Fuzzy-Tail play at Musiikkiteatteri Kapsäkki on Saturday at 10 am and 12 pm. The performance is intended for the very youngest (ages 2-7). Tickets €12/€20. Read more on Kapsäkki's website.
MLL Puistola January event at Nurkan School on Saturday 10 am-2 pm. The program includes at least a delicacy café, puppet theater performance (fee-based) and an obstacle course. More information on the event's Facebook page.
Civil Defense Museum in Kruunuhaka (Siltavuorenranta 16 B) is open Saturday, January 26, 2019, 10 am-2 pm. Free entry to the museum. More information on the Fire Department's website.
Children's Saturday at Comic Center (Porthaninkatu 9). Read more on Comic Center's website.
Hietsun hall family day on Saturday 12-5 pm. Guard dog Veikko performs at 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 4 pm. A fire truck will also be on display. Specific food offerings can be found on the event's Facebook page.
In Espoo: Winter Fun at Kivenlahti resident park 10 am-12 pm. Read more on the event's Facebook page.
In Espoo: Espoo: Little Aurora's Saturday workshop this week features Sparkling hair salon! The salon is open Saturday 10 am-2 pm. Read more on Aurora's website.
Pienten Helsinki articles can be found in Finnish, Swedish, and English on the My Helsinki travel website. The latest article takes you to Experience Helsinki with Children!
Places in Helsinki -article is a lifesaver for boring days with children!
Current ski trail and ice skating rink conditions can be found on ulkoliikunta.fi.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 27, 2019
Events and activity tips
Garden bird watching – Finland's largest bird watching event January 26-27, 2019. Watch birds and nature for one hour, for example in your own backyard. Read more on Birdlife Finland's website.
Sports fun at Sports Mill in Myllypuro on Sunday mornings 9-10:45 am. Admission fee for adults €3.50, children under 9 have fun for free. You can come on your own schedule, there's room for strollers in the lobby, and remember to bring your own lock for the locker. Read more in Pienten Helsinki's Helsinki on the move -article.
Sports tip for Espoo: Sunday free public ice skating session at Metro Arena on Sundays 9 am-12 pm. Read more on Espoo's website. You can also find other Espoo city public ice skating sessions on the same site. Free entry. Also Tapiola ice garden is open (small entrance fee)!
Small Size Days at Annantalo January 25-27, 2019
Small size days 2019 – Art doesn't look at age, curiosity decides
The weekend program can be found in full on Annantalo's website. Events require advance registration.
Small size days brings together children and parents, caregivers and decision-makers to remember that art is meaningful and necessary to us humans from the very beginning.
On the last weekend of January, January 25-27, 2019, small audiences are being celebrated for the fifth time. The event is organized by the Small size network, which has 71 members from five continents and 29 different countries.
Vantaa: Froebel blocks perform at Lumon Sports Hall in Vantaa on Sunday at 3 pm. Tickets starting at €14. More information on Froebel blocks' website.
Current ski trail and ice skating rink conditions can be found on ulkoliikunta.fi.
Also remember
Pienten Helsinki articles can be found in Finnish, Swedish, and English on the My Helsinki travel website. The latest article takes you to Experience Helsinki with Children!
Places in Helsinki -article is a lifesaver for boring days with children!
"Let's Go Next Door" exhibition at Malmitalo January 24-February 16, 2019. The exhibition is based on the children's book of the same name by Riina Katajavuori and Salla Savolainen. Read more on Malmitalo's website. Free entry.
Janusz Grabinski's fairy tale illustrations of famous fairy tales including Thumbelina's Travels with Wild Geese at Kanneltalo January 15-February 8, 2019. The exhibition is open according to Kanneltalo's opening hours. Free entry. More information on Kanneltalo's website.
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