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What to do or where to go with children? What activities suitable for children are available in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series finds activity tips and suggests child-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area. The website's target audience is families with children under ten years old.
The article cover image is from the children's section of the central library Oodi.
MONDAY, MARCH 28, 2022
Things happening at libraries
Helmet library events for children on Monday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening at playgrounds
Playgrounds' summer opening schedule has been published and can be commented on through the city's feedback form (the form contains more information about the plan and summer opening hours).
Helsinki city playgrounds offer programming for families in the mornings. For more information, see individual playground websites.
Tips on the best play areas and introductions to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Albert's Living Room, a meeting place for families with young children and seniors in Kampi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Living Room is open on Mondays from 9:30 am to 2 pm.
Skidipeli – a literacy adventure at Rikhard Street Library from March 26 to April 10, 2022. Note! On weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm, the game is reserved for guided use by 4th graders; during other opening hours, it can be played by everyone.
Tram Museum in Töölö is open again after a long break. The renovated museum is open Monday through Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. Free admission.
Art Clinic: Delicious Colors
Art Clinic for 3-5-year-olds at Maunula House on Monday from 10-11:30 am. Younger family members, babies, and toddlers can also join and experience the art clinic atmosphere. The activity is free of charge.
Art Clinic: Drawing Robot
Art Clinic for 3-5-year-olds at Anna House on Mondays from 10-11:30 am and 12:30-2 pm. Younger family members, babies, and toddlers can also join and experience the art clinic atmosphere. The activity is free of charge.
Virtual event: Urban Espoo: Toy Friends' Singing Club web event can be watched for free from March 26 to April 8, 2022.
Exhibitions for children
Exhibition: ATTILAND LEGO World at Malmitalo from March 10 to April 2, 2022. The exhibition is open according to Malmitalo's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: The Nordic Book Lover with Friends exhibition until April 30, 2022 at the Nordic Cultural Center (Kaisaniemenkatu 9). Open according to the cultural center's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: Anne Vasko's Illustration Exhibition: PAPER AND SCISSORS in Kanneltalo's gallery from March 26 to April 30, 2022. Open according to Kanneltalo's opening hours. Free admission.
TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022
Things happening at libraries
Helmet library events for children on Tuesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening at playgrounds
Playgrounds' summer opening schedule has been published and can be commented on through the city's feedback form (the form contains more information about the plan and summer opening hours).
Helsinki city playgrounds offer programming for families in the mornings. For more information, see individual playground websites.
Tips on the best play areas and introductions to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Museum passes to borrow? You can now borrow passes to the Natural History Museum from Viikin Library; more information on the museum's website.
Also read Pienten Helsinki's article about the Natural History Museum!
Skidipeli – a literacy adventure at Rikhard Street Library from March 26 to April 10, 2022. Note! On weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm, the game is reserved for guided use by 4th graders; during other opening hours, it can be played by everyone.
MLL Myllypuro and Metropolia UAS HyMy Village family café at Myllypuro Metropolia premises (next to the metro station) on Tuesdays from 9-11 am. Each time also includes programming for families organized by Metropolia social and health students. Free admission.
Family Fun Games at the Pallomill indoor hall in Myllypuro Sports Park. In family ball games, all children under 9 move with their own adult on soft artificial grass. Free play, exercises, running, or even practicing walking. Family games on Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30 am and 4-6 pm until April 28, 2022.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12-7 pm. Small admission fee.
Open Studio for Toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center on Tuesdays from 1:30-3:30 pm. The workshops are suitable for 1.5-3-year-old children with their own adult. No registration required, free admission. You can attend the workshops for the entire duration or just for a while at a time.
Children's and family circus at Stoa on Tuesdays at 4:30 pm. Free admission, advance registration required.
Family Fun Games at Sakarinmäki Primary School in Östersundom on Tuesdays from 5-6:30 pm until April 26, 2022. Family Fun Games offers free, independent physical activities for families with preschool-aged children.
Virtual event: Urban Espoo: Toy Friends' Singing Club web event can be watched for free from March 26 to April 8, 2022.
Exhibitions for children
Exhibition: ATTILAND LEGO World at Malmitalo from March 10 to April 2, 2022. The exhibition is open according to Malmitalo's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: The Nordic Book Lover with Friends exhibition until April 30, 2022 at the Nordic Cultural Center (Kaisaniemenkatu 9). Open according to the cultural center's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: Anne Vasko's Illustration Exhibition: PAPER AND SCISSORS in Kanneltalo's gallery from March 26 to April 30, 2022. Open according to Kanneltalo's opening hours. Free admission.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 2022
Things happening at libraries
Helmet library events for children on Wednesday can be found on Helmet's events page.
For babies and parents! BabyKino at Kallio Library. You can go to movies with your baby on Wednesdays at 12 pm and 2:30 pm. The BabyKino group on Facebook can be found here, where, for example, the week's film is published and voting takes place for upcoming programming. More information is also available on BabyKino's Facebook page.
Things happening at playgrounds
Playgrounds' summer opening schedule has been published and can be commented on through the city's feedback form (the form contains more information about the plan and summer opening hours).
Helsinki city playgrounds offer programming for families in the mornings. For more information, see individual playground websites.
Tips on the best play areas and introductions to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Albert's Living Room, a meeting place for families with young children and seniors in Kampi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Living Room is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 3 pm.
Skidipeli – a literacy adventure at Rikhard Street Library from March 26 to April 10, 2022. Note! On weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm, the game is reserved for guided use by 4th graders; during other opening hours, it can be played by everyone.
Art Clinic: Birds – Shadow Theater
Art Clinic for 3-5-year-olds at Myllynsiivi Playground (Myllypuro) on Wednesday at 10 am. Younger family members, babies, and toddlers can also join and experience the art clinic atmosphere. The activity is free of charge. Advance registration is requested for Myllynsiivi's art clinic.
Puppet Theater Sampo: Meow puppet theater performance at Malmitalo on Wednesday at 10 am. Tickets 12 €, children under 1 year free.
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Wednesdays from 12-4 pm. Small admission fee.
Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesdays from 12-7 pm. Small admission fee.
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway in Tapiola at Länsituuli shopping center is open on Wednesdays from 3:30-6 pm. More detailed directions can be found on the Alpine Railway Hobbyists' website.
Free admission to Cable Factory museums on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 from 5-8 pm.
Virtual event: Urban Espoo: Toy Friends' Singing Club web event can be watched for free from March 26 to April 8, 2022.
Exhibitions for children
Exhibition: ATTILAND LEGO World at Malmitalo from March 10 to April 2, 2022. The exhibition is open according to Malmitalo's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: The Nordic Book Lover with Friends exhibition until April 30, 2022 at the Nordic Cultural Center (Kaisaniemenkatu 9). Open according to the cultural center's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: Anne Vasko's Illustration Exhibition: PAPER AND SCISSORS in Kanneltalo's gallery from March 26 to April 30, 2022. Open according to Kanneltalo's opening hours. Free admission.
THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2022
Things happening at libraries
Helmet library events for children on Thursday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Children's library bus travels around the city and stops at various different neighborhoods.
Things happening at playgrounds
Playgrounds' summer opening schedule has been published and can be commented on through the city's feedback form (the form contains more information about the plan and summer opening hours).
Helsinki city playgrounds offer programming for families in the mornings. For more information, see individual playground websites.
Tips on the best play areas and introductions to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Skidipeli – a literacy adventure at Rikhard Street Library from March 26 to April 10, 2022. Note! On weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm, the game is reserved for guided use by 4th graders; during other opening hours, it can be played by everyone.
Albert's Living Room, a meeting place for families with young children and seniors in Kampi at Albertinkatu 33. Albert's Living Room is open on Thursdays from 9:30 am to 3 pm.
Family Fun Games at Tali Sports Park ice hockey hall on Thursdays from 9:30-11 am until April 28, 2022. Family Fun Games offers free, independent physical activities for families with preschool-aged children.
Open Studio for Toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center on Thursdays from 10 am-12 pm. The workshops are suitable for 1.5-3-year-old children with their own adult. No registration required, free admission. You can attend the workshops for the entire duration or just for a while at a time.
Family Fun Games at Pallomill indoor hall in Myllypuro Sports Park. In family ball games, all children under 9 move with their own adult on soft artificial grass. Free play, exercises, running, or even practicing walking. Family games on Thursdays from 4-5 pm.
Virtual event: Urban Espoo: Toy Friends' Singing Club web event can be watched for free from March 26 to April 8, 2022.
Exhibitions for children
Exhibition: ATTILAND LEGO World at Malmitalo from March 10 to April 2, 2022. The exhibition is open according to Malmitalo's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: The Nordic Book Lover with Friends exhibition until April 30, 2022 at the Nordic Cultural Center (Kaisaniemenkatu 9). Open according to the cultural center's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: Anne Vasko's Illustration Exhibition: PAPER AND SCISSORS in Kanneltalo's gallery from March 26 to April 30, 2022. Open according to Kanneltalo's opening hours. Free admission.
FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2022
Things happening at libraries
Helmet library events for children on Friday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Things happening at playgrounds
Playgrounds' summer opening schedule has been published and can be commented on through the city's feedback form (the form contains more information about the plan and summer opening hours).
Helsinki city playgrounds offer programming for families in the mornings. For more information, see individual playground websites.
Tips on the best play areas and introductions to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Events and activity tips
Skidipeli – a literacy adventure at Rikhard Street Library from March 26 to April 10, 2022. Note! On weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm, the game is reserved for guided use by 4th graders; during other opening hours, it can be played by everyone.
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway in Tapiola at Länsituuli shopping center is open on Fridays from 3:30-6 pm. More detailed directions can be found on the Alpine Railway Hobbyists' website.
Virtual event: Urban Espoo: Toy Friends' Singing Club web event can be watched for free from March 26 to April 8, 2022.
Little Finland is Pienten Helsinki's little sister, which provides tips for activities and experiences all over Finland. Also includes many tips for the nearby area and day trips as well as a comprehensive list of the best play areas throughout Finland!
Exhibitions for children
Exhibition: ATTILAND LEGO World at Malmitalo from March 10 to April 2, 2022. The exhibition is open according to Malmitalo's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: The Nordic Book Lover with Friends exhibition until April 30, 2022 at the Nordic Cultural Center (Kaisaniemenkatu 9). Open according to the cultural center's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: Anne Vasko's Illustration Exhibition: PAPER AND SCISSORS in Kanneltalo's gallery from March 26 to April 30, 2022. Open according to Kanneltalo's opening hours. Free admission.
SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2022
Things happening at libraries
Helmet library events for children on Saturday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Events and activity tips
Uunisaari island can be reached by bridge for a few more weeks!
Skidipeli – a literacy adventure at Rikhard Street Library from March 26 to April 10, 2022. Note! On weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm, the game is reserved for guided use by 4th graders; during other opening hours, it can be played by everyone.
Sports fun at Maunula sports hall on Saturday mornings from 9-10:30 am. Admission for adults 3.50 €, children under 9 have fun for free. You can arrive at your own pace; Maunula sports hall lockers work with one-euro coins.
Instrument Rally at Pop & Jazz Conservatory's Arabia Hall (Muotoilijankatu 1 B) on Saturday at 10 am. Free admission.
Virvon, varvon Easter Activities, children's Easter event at Maunula House on Saturday from 10 am-2 pm. Free admission.
Espoo: Saturday Workshop: Mini Fitness at Children's Cultural Center Aurora on Saturday from 10 am-2 pm. Free admission.
Espoo: MegaMuskari at Kannusala on Saturday at 10:30 am. Tickets 5 €.
Espoo: Finland's largest miniature railway in Tapiola at Länsituuli shopping center is open on Saturday from 11 am-2 pm and 3-6 pm. More detailed directions can be found on the Alpine Railway Hobbyists' website.
DanceAbility dance class at Anna House on Saturday at 2 pm. The class is suitable for all children with their own adult, regardless of disability or ability.
Cinema Helios: Detective Agency Henkka & Kivimutka (PG) film at Malmitalo at 3 pm. Tickets 7.50 €.
Virtual event: Urban Espoo: Toy Friends' Singing Club web event can be watched for free from March 26 to April 8, 2022.
Exhibitions for children
Exhibition: ATTILAND LEGO World at Malmitalo from March 10 to April 2, 2022. The exhibition is open according to Malmitalo's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: Anne Vasko's Illustration Exhibition: PAPER AND SCISSORS in Kanneltalo's gallery from March 26 to April 30, 2022. Open according to Kanneltalo's opening hours. Free admission.
Exhibition: The Nordic Book Lover with Friends exhibition until April 30, 2022 at the Nordic Cultural Center (Kaisaniemenkatu 9). Open according to the cultural center's opening hours. Free admission.
SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2022
Events and activity tips
Helmet library events for children on Sunday can be found on Helmet's events page.
Spring Magic park event at Laurinniitty playground on Sunday from 10 am-1 pm. The event is organized by MLL Haaga.
Espoo: Badger's Forest story time at Villa Elfvik on Sunday at 11 am. Free admission.
Uunisaari island can be reached by bridge for a few more weeks!
Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Sundays from 12-4 pm. Small admission fee.
Helsinki Figure Skaters Ice Show: Aladdin at Helsinki Ice Hall on Sunday at 1:30 pm and 5 pm. Tickets 16 € (for children over 3 years).
Children's Songs 100 Years — family children's song concert at Oulunkylä Church on Sunday at 3 pm. Voluntary donation for the United Responsibility Collection.
Virtual event: Urban Espoo: Toy Friends' Singing Club web event can be watched for free from March 26 to April 8, 2022.
Tips on the best play areas and introductions to Helsinki's newest play areas can be found on Pienten Helsinki.
Exhibitions for children
Exhibition: Anne Vasko's Illustration Exhibition: PAPER AND SCISSORS in Kanneltalo's gallery from March 26 to April 30, 2022. Open according to Kanneltalo's opening hours. Free admission.
