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What to do or where to go with children? What kid-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki this week? Little Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series searches for activity tips and highlights child-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The website's target audience is families with children under ten years old.
Cover image for the article: Skidipeli playable in Vuotalo's lobby 14.-28.1.2023.
Exhibition tips with children
Last week!
Vantaa: Rabbit Words exhibition at Martinus Cultural Center's courtyard from 17.12.2022.-29.1.2023.
Everything from Glass exhibition at Annantalo 11.11.2022-25.2.2023.
Square / Cube exhibition at Annantalo 20.10.2022-4.3.2023.
Museum tips for visiting with children can be found in Little Helsinki's theme article!
MONDAY 23.1.2023
Events and activity tips
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Albert's Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Mondays 9.30-14 (International Mondays).
Art Clinic: Sharp Shadows
Art clinic for 3-5-year-olds at Annantalo on Mondays at 10 and 12.30. The family's younger children, babies and toddlers, can also participate in experiencing the art clinic atmosphere. Free admission.
Family Movement Sessions at Tapanila Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) on Mondays 17-18.30 from 9.1.-24.4.2023. Free admission.
Skidipeli playable at Vuotalo from 14.-28.1.2023.
On weekdays 9–14 the game is for guided school class use, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play on their own during Vuotalo's opening hours.
Playgrounds on Monday
Loru Playground program at Central Library Oodi from 23.-27.1.2023.
From 9.1.-4.6.2023 the following playgrounds are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Kurkimäki, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only afternoon activities for schoolchildren are being arranged in substitute locations.
Playgrounds announce their programs on the city's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
The City of Helsinki announced on 8.12.2022 that it will continue closing playgrounds and as of January, 39 city playgrounds are closed until at least summer 2023. You can sign the #OnSidesWithChildren petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and features of Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Little Helsinki.
Library events on Monday
Helmet library events for children on Monday can be found on Helmet's event page.
TUESDAY 24.1.2023
Events and activity tips
Family Movement Sessions at Pallomylly indoor hall at Myllypuro sports park. In family ball play, all children under 9 move with their own adult on soft artificial grass. Free play, fun activities, running or learning to walk. Family movement sessions on Tuesdays 9.30-11.30 and 16-18 from 9.1. – 28.4.2023 (not week 8). Free admission.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays 12-19. Small admission fee.
Art for Toddlers Workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center on Tuesdays 13.30-15.30. Workshops suit 1.5–3-year-old children with their own adult. No pre-registration needed, free admission. You can attend for the whole time or just for a moment at a time.
Toddler Drop-in Workshop at Kiasma on Tuesday 13-16. You can drop by on your own schedule. Museum admission fee, free for under 18s.
Family Movement Sessions at Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) on Tuesdays 17-18.30 from 10.1.-25.4.2023 (not week 8). Free admission.
Family Movement Sessions at Kankarepuisto Primary School (Jakomäenpolku 6) on Tuesdays 17.15-18.15 from
10.1.-25.4.2023. Free admission.
Skidipeli playable at Vuotalo 14.-28.1.2023.
On weekdays 9–14 the game is for guided school class use, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play on their own during Vuotalo's opening hours.
Playgrounds on Tuesday
Loru Playground program at Central Library Oodi from 23.-27.1.2023.
From 9.1.-4.6.2023 the following playgrounds are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Kurkimäki, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only afternoon activities for schoolchildren are being arranged in substitute locations.
Playgrounds announce their programs on the city's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
The City of Helsinki announced on 8.12.2022 that it will continue closing playgrounds and as of January, 39 city playgrounds are closed until at least summer 2023. You can sign the #OnSidesWithChildren petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and features of Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Little Helsinki.
Library events on Tuesday
Helmet library events for children on Tuesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
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WEDNESDAY 25.1.2023
Events and activity tips
Albert's Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Wednesdays 9.30-15.
Classical music concert with a child? Helsinki City Orchestra rehearsals at the Music Hall on Wednesday at 10, with affordable tickets available (€5 each).
Fire Museum at the Erottaja fire station is open on Wednesdays 12-16. Small admission fee.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday 12-19. Small admission fee.
Toddler Drop-in Workshop at Kiasma on Wednesday 13-16. You can drop by on your own schedule. Museum admission fee, free for under 18s.
Vantaa: Aviation Museum free hours on Wednesday 16-20.
Family Movement Sessions at Käpylä Primary School (Untamontie 2) on Wednesdays 17-18.30 from 11.1.-26.4.2023 (not week 8). Free admission.
Free admission to Cable Factory Museums on Wednesday 17-20.
Skidipeli playable at Vuotalo 14.-28.1.2023.
On weekdays 9–14 the game is for guided school class use, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play on their own during Vuotalo's opening hours.
Playgrounds on Wednesday
Loru Playground program at Central Library Oodi from 23.-27.1.2023.
From 9.1.-4.6.2023 the following playgrounds are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Kurkimäki, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only afternoon activities for schoolchildren are being arranged in substitute locations.
Playgrounds announce their programs on the city's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
The City of Helsinki announced on 8.12.2022 that it will continue closing playgrounds and as of January, 39 city playgrounds are closed until at least summer 2023. You can sign the #OnSidesWithChildren petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and features of Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Little Helsinki.
Library events on Wednesday
Helmet library events for children on Wednesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
THURSDAY 26.1.2023
Events and activity tips
Family Movement Sessions at Kurkimäki street cottage (Karpalokuja 7) on Thursdays 9.30-11 from 12.1.-27.4.2023 (not week 8). Free admission.
Family Movement Sessions at Tali sports park football hall (Purotie 8) on Thursdays 9.30-11 from 12.1.-27.4.2023. Free admission.
Albert's Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Thursdays 9.30-15.
Art for Toddlers Workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center on Thursdays 10-12. Workshops suit 1.5–3-year-old children with their own adult. No pre-registration needed, free admission. You can attend for the whole time or just for a moment at a time.
Toddler Drop-in Workshop at Kiasma on Thursday 13-16. You can drop by on your own schedule. Museum admission fee, free for under 18s.
Family Movement Sessions at Pallomylly indoor hall at Myllypuro sports park. In family ball play, all children under 9 move with their own adult on soft artificial grass. Free play, fun activities, running or learning to walk. Family movement sessions on Thursday 16-17 from 11.1. – 28.4.2023 (not week 8). Free admission.
Ursa Children's virtual space trip on Thursday at 17.
Family Movement Sessions at Porolahti Primary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) on Thursdays 17-18.30 from 12.1. – 27.4.2023. Free admission.
Family Movement Sessions at Pukinmäenkaar Primary School (Kenttäkuja 12) on Thursdays 17-18.30 from 12.1. – 27.4.2023. Free admission.
Family Movement Sessions at Malminkartan Primary School (Puustellintie 6) on Thursdays 17-18.30 from 12.1.-20.4.2023 (not week 8). Free admission.
Family Movement Sessions at Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) on Thursdays 17-18.30 from 12.1.-27.4.2023 (not week 8). Free admission.
Skidipeli playable at Vuotalo 14.-28.1.2023.
On weekdays 9–14 the game is for guided school class use, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play on their own during Vuotalo's opening hours.
Playgrounds on Thursday
Loru Playground program at Central Library Oodi from 23.-27.1.2023.
From 9.1.-4.6.2023 the following playgrounds are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Kurkimäki, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only afternoon activities for schoolchildren are being arranged in substitute locations.
Playgrounds announce their programs on the city's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
The City of Helsinki announced on 8.12.2022 that it will continue closing playgrounds and as of January, 39 city playgrounds are closed until at least summer 2023. You can sign the #OnSidesWithChildren petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and features of Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Little Helsinki.
Library events on Thursday
Helmet library events for children on Thursday can be found on Helmet's event page.
FRIDAY 27.1.2023
Events and activity tips
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Albert's Living Room, a family meeting place open to all at Albertinkatu 33, is open on Fridays 9.30-15.
Small size days! at Annantalo 27.-29.1.2023.
Vantaa: Small Size Days at Children's Culture Center Pessi on Friday and Saturday.
Toddler Drop-in Workshop at Kiasma on Friday 13-16. You can drop by on your own schedule. Museum admission fee, free for under 18s.
Skidipeli playable at Vuotalo 14.-28.1.2023.
On weekdays 9–14 the game is for guided school class use, but in the evenings and weekends everyone can play on their own during Vuotalo's opening hours.
Playgrounds on Friday
Loru Playground program at Central Library Oodi from 23.-27.1.2023.
From 9.1.-4.6.2023 the following playgrounds are open: Arabia, Brahe, Etupelto, Ida, Isonneva, Iso-Antti, Kankarepuisto, Kannelmäki, Kesanto, Kiiltotähti, Kotinummi, Kurkimäki, Lampi, Lohikäärmepuisto, Loru, Maunula, Myllynsiipi, Orava, Piika, Roihuvuori, Seppä, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Viikkari and Vähätupa.
Note! The city's list contains incorrect information that Rutshollari playground would be open, but this is not the case as the building is being demolished and only afternoon activities for schoolchildren are being arranged in substitute locations.
Playgrounds announce their programs on the city's event calendar and on the playgrounds' own Facebook pages.
The City of Helsinki announced on 8.12.2022 that it will continue closing playgrounds and as of January, 39 city playgrounds are closed until at least summer 2023. You can sign the #OnSidesWithChildren petition for a more child-friendly Helsinki policy through this link.
Tips for Helsinki's best playgrounds and features of Helsinki's newest playgrounds can be found on Little Helsinki.
Library events on Friday
Helmet library events for children on Friday can be found on Helmet's event page.
SATURDAY 28.1.2023
Events and activity tips
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Backyard Bird Watching Weekend! The goal of backyard bird watching is to inspire observing winter birds at bird feeders and in your backyard and to get interested in the local nature.
Small size days! at Annantalo 27.-29.1.2023.
Vantaa: Small Size Days at Children's Culture Center Pessi on Friday and Saturday.
Toddler Drop-in Workshop at Kiasma on Saturday 10-13. You can drop by on your own schedule. Museum admission fee, free for under 18s.
Little and Big - Family Day at Vuotalo on Saturday 10-14. Free admission, Naatti Orchestra concert starting at 11 has tickets at €6.
Espoo: Art Play at Children's Culture Center Aurora on Saturday 10-14. Free admission.
Music Hall's Free Day on Saturday 10-16. Programs for children as well. Free admission.
Zeepikopi Concert at Caisa Cultural Center on Saturday at 12 and 14. Tickets €5.
Kids' Saturday: Map Workshop at the Comic Center (Laivalahden puistotie 7, Herttoniemenranta) on Saturday 12-15. Free admission.
Pertsa and Kilu – Pharaoh's Ring - Film at Vuotalo Vuosali on Saturday at 14. Tickets €10.
Cinema Helios: Rascal Dogs (7) - Film at Malmitalo on Saturday at 15. Tickets €8.50.
Skidipeli playable at Vuotalo 14.-28.1.2023.
On weekends everyone can play on their own during Vuotalo's opening hours.
Library events on Saturday
Helmet library events for children on Saturday can be found on the library's event page.
SUNDAY 29.1.2023
Events and activity tips
Museum tips for visiting with children can be found in Little Helsinki's theme article!
Small size days! at Annantalo 27.-29.1.2023.
Backyard Bird Watching Weekend! The goal of backyard bird watching is to inspire observing winter birds at bird feeders and in your backyard and to get interested in the local nature.
Movement Activities at Sports Mill in Myllypuro on Sunday 9-10.45. You can arrive on your own schedule, strollers can be left in the lobby and you should bring your own lock for the locker. Admission fee for adults €3.50, others €2, free for children under 9.
Uutela Kota at Särkkäniemi open on Sunday 11-15.
Sleigh Rides at Seurasaari on Sunday 13-15. Price €5/person.
Fire Museum at the Erottaja fire station is open on Sundays 12-16. Small admission fee.
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