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What to do or where to go with children? What kid-friendly activities can be found in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series searches for activity ideas and recommends child-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
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Play Café play park café on the road this week:
- Wednesday May 24, 2023 Viikkari Play Park, Viikki 10am-3pm
- Thursday May 25, 2023 Isonneva Play Park, Haaga 10am-5pm
English-language puppet theater performances at 11am and 12:30pm, approx. 20 minutes each.
- Saturday May 27, 2023 Marketanpuisto, Espoo 10am-4pm
Spring Garden Day will be held at Marketanpuisto from 10am-3pm on Saturday. Marketanpuisto is Finland's largest garden exhibition park, hiding wonderful garden and yard ideas, secret picnic spots, and super cool children's play areas. Parking areas are large and you can easily reach the park by bike. Parking on Saturday is exceptionally €2 in support of the Scouts. - Sunday May 28, 2023 Tuomela School (Ainontie 44), Vantaa 10am-3pm
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MONDAY MAY 22, 2023
Events and activity ideas
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Albertin Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Mondays from 9:30am-2pm (International Monday's).
Dance and Play workshops for toddlers and their parents at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) in the Maissi space on Monday at 10am (ages 1-3) and 11am (ages 3-5). Dance and Play workshops inspire and guide Helsinki parents and children to create and experience dance art together. You can participate in the workshop instruction whenever it suits you, at all sessions or just some. Choose a time that works for you and arrive on time. No pre-registration required; places are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Up to 12 first arrivals. Free admission.
Play parks have activities on Monday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) in Loru Play Park activities on Monday:
Loru Play Park's upcoming week event information is missing at least until Sunday!
Other play parks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki event calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari, and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school afternoon activities are provided in replacement facilities.
Play parks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki event calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and the latest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Monday
Helmet library children's events for Monday can be found on Helmet's event page.
TUESDAY MAY 23, 2023
Events and activity ideas
Jussi's Forest Tales: A Story Forest Walk in Matokallion Forest on Tuesday at 9:15am and 10:30am. The forest story walk is suitable for children over 3 years old, or children who can manage a short forest walk. The location is Matokallion Forest next to Helsinki's language high school in Itäkeskus. Meeting point on the forest side of the high school's edge, at the intersection of Kajaaninlinnantie and Ratasmyllynkuja. Free admission.
Neuvolaparkki at Kampi Family Center on Tuesdays from 9:30am-1pm.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12pm-7pm. Small admission fee.
Art for Toddlers Workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays from 1:30pm-3:30pm. The workshops are suitable for children ages 1.5-3 together with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission. You can join the workshops for the full time or just for a bit.
East Pakila Day at Etupelto Play Park on Tuesday from 5pm-8pm. Free admission.
Maple Journey, OSIRIS theater's adventure performance for 5-8-year-old children and their families in Pihlajanmäki's neighborhood nature on Tuesday at 6pm. The performance departs from Kiillepuisto, from under the maple tree. Address: Kinttupolku. The route goes around Sorsalammpi. Free admission, but places must be reserved in advance ([email protected] / 050 531 4717).
Play parks have activities on Tuesday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) in Loru Play Park activities on Tuesday:
Loru Play Park's upcoming week event information is missing at least until Sunday!
Other play parks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki event calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari, and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school afternoon activities are provided in replacement facilities.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and the latest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Tuesday
Helmet library children's events for Tuesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
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WEDNESDAY MAY 24, 2023
Events and activity ideas
Albertin Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Wednesdays from 9:30am-3pm.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Wednesdays from 12pm-4pm. Small admission fee.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday from 12pm-7pm. Small admission fee.
Mieli ry's Families Together Event at Lapinlahden Lähde on Wednesday from 3pm-7pm. Free admission.
Play parks have activities on Wednesday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) in Loru Play Park activities on Wednesday:
Loru Play Park's upcoming week event information is missing at least until Sunday!
Other play parks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki event calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari, and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school afternoon activities are provided in replacement facilities.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and the latest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Wednesday
Helmet library children's events for Wednesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
THURSDAY MAY 25, 2023
Events and activity ideas
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Albertin Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Thursdays from 9:30am-3pm.
Art for Toddlers Workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays from 10am-12pm. The workshops are suitable for children ages 1.5-3 together with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission. You can join the workshops for the full time or just for a bit.
Kauniainen: Granite Day is celebrated on Thursday. Programming mainly from 5pm onwards.
Maple Journey, OSIRIS theater's adventure performance for 5-8-year-old children and their families in Pihlajanmäki's neighborhood nature on Thursday at 6pm. The performance departs from Kiillepuisto, from under the maple tree. Address: Kinttupolku. The route goes around Sorsalammpi. Free admission, but places must be reserved in advance ([email protected] / 050 531 4717).
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Play parks have activities on Thursday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) in Loru Play Park activities on Thursday:
Loru Play Park's upcoming week event information is missing at least until Sunday!
Other play parks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki event calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari, and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school afternoon activities are provided in replacement facilities.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and the latest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Thursday
Helmet library children's events for Thursday can be found on Helmet's event page.
FRIDAY MAY 26, 2023
Events and activity ideas
Albertin Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Fridays from 9:30am-3pm.
Safety Day Event at Railway Square on Friday from 10am–6pm and Saturday from 10am–2pm.
The event focuses on youth on Friday and on family children on Saturday. On both days, of course, the target group also naturally includes all those interested in safety in the capital region and Uusimaa. At Railway Square there are almost 20 exhibitors from the government and NGO sector. These include, among others, the City of Helsinki Fire and Rescue Department, Helsinki Police, Customs, Border Guard, Traffic Safety, and Women's Civil Guard. The event is organized by the Civil Guard Training Association South Finland (MPK South Finland). Free admission.
MIL-Espa: Air Force Big Band on Espa stage at 2pm. Free admission.
What should we do today? Check out tips for boring days in Pienten Helsinki!
Play parks have activities on Friday
Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 3rd floor north end) in Loru Play Park activities on Friday:
Loru Play Park's upcoming week event information is missing at least until Sunday!
From January 9 to June 4, 2023, the following play parks are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari, and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that play park Rutshollari would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only school afternoon activities are provided in replacement facilities.
Play parks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki event calendar and on the play parks' own Facebook pages.
Tips for Helsinki's best play areas and the latest play areas can be found in Pienten Helsinki.
Library activities on Friday
Helmet library children's events for Friday can be found on Helmet's event page.
SATURDAY MAY 27, 2023
Events and activity ideas
Cleaning Day - flea market events around the city.
Skateboard School at Kontulan skate hall on Saturday from 10am-12pm. Suitable for all ages, younger children with an adult accompanying them. Course price €20.
Flea market! Kalasatama Park Flea Market on Saturday from 10am-2pm (?).
Flea market! Whole Village Flea Market Day on Kumpula's Limingantiellä on Saturday from 10am onwards.
Spring Capers at Culture Mill (Jauhokuja 3, Myllypuro) on Saturday from 10am-2pm. Free admission.
Fire Department Championships at the Convention Center on Saturday from 10am-6pm.
Competition participants are contract fire departments from all over Finland. The competition consists of three parts: knowledge, skills, and equipment. In addition to the competition, a wide range of equipment from the Helsinki Fire and Rescue Department and contract fire departments is on display, along with information on civil protection and accident prevention. The new rescue unit, the hook truck, will be shown for the first time at the event. The competition is a public event, and everyone interested in rescue services is welcome. The event is free. This year's event is organized by the City of Helsinki Fire and Rescue Department in cooperation with the Finnish Fire Chiefs' Association. Free admission.
Safety Day Event at Railway Square on Friday from 10am–6pm and Saturday from 10am–2pm.
The event focuses on youth on Friday and on family children on Saturday. On both days, of course, the target group also naturally includes all those interested in safety in the capital region and Uusimaa. At Railway Square there are almost 20 exhibitors from the government and NGO sector. These include, among others, the City of Helsinki Fire and Rescue Department, Helsinki Police, Customs, Border Guard, Traffic Safety, and Women's Civil Guard. The event is organized by the Civil Guard Training Association South Finland (MPK South Finland). Free admission.
Vantaa: Håkansbolen Manor Summer Exhibitions in the farm buildings of Håkansbolen Manor (Kartanontie 1, Vantaa) are open again on Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm. Free admission.
World Village Festival in Suvilahti on Saturday from 11am-9pm. Lots of programming for children too. Free admission.
Comic Center's Children's Saturday: Theme is Animation on Saturday from 12pm-3pm. Location: Comic Center in Herttoniemenranta (Laivalahden puistotie 7). Free admission.
Old-Fashioned Yard Party at Ruiskumestarin House (Kristianinkatu 12) on Saturday from 12pm-3pm. Free admission.
Käpylä Village Celebrations at Akseli Toivonen Field and Käpylä Community House on Saturday from 12pm-9pm. Free admission.
Espoo: Waterfront Trail Day at Matinkylä Nokka and Haukilahti on Saturday from 2pm–6pm. Lots to do for children too. Free admission.
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Library activities on Saturday
Helmet library children's events for Saturday can be found on the library's event page.
SUNDAY MAY 28, 2023
Events and activity ideas
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Espoo: Children's Sunday at Manor Museum Glimsis on Sunday from 10am-5pm. Museum admission fee applies.
MLL Pihlajamäki & Helsinki Vesaisten Spring Hustle at Savelan skate park (Jengipolku 8) from 11am-2pm. Free admission.
Flea market! Vallila Large Courtyards flea market on Sunday from 11am-3pm.
Participating courtyards:
Hauho: Hauhontie 6-8
Sture: Sturenkatu 40
Eura: Eurantie 12
Euranlinna: Sturenkatu 43 and Eurantie 8
Nelikulma: Sturenkatu 37-41 and Eurantie 2-6
Apinanlinna/Sammatti: Sammatintie 6-8, Anjalantie 1, and Somerontie 14
Vantaa: Håkansbolen Manor Summer Exhibitions in the farm buildings of Håkansbolen Manor (Kartanontie 1, Vantaa) are open again on Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm. Free admission.
World Village Festival in Suvilahti on Sunday from 11am-7pm. Lots of programming for children too. Free admission.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Sundays from 12pm-4pm. Small admission fee.
Myllypuro Scout Day in the Myllynsiipi play park area on Sunday from 1pm-3pm. Free admission.
Vantaa: Heladances - a joyful outdoor activity for the whole family at heritage house Påkas (Vanha Kuninkaalantie 2, Vantaa) on Sunday from 1pm-5pm. Free admission.
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