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What to do or where to go with kids? What child-friendly activities can be found in Helsinki this week? Little Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series searches for activity tips and suggests family-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
Exhibition tips with kids
- Museum tips with kids can be found in Little Helsinki's themed article!
- The Wonderful Machine exhibition at Annantalo art gallery from October 15, 2023 to March 9, 2024. Free admission, open according to Annantalo's opening hours.
- The Natural History Museum's Celebrations in the Forest exhibition celebrates the museum's centenary and is a great place to visit with kids.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Swedish Heritage Day
Events and activity ideas
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- Dance and play workshops at the Caisa cultural center (Kaikukatu 4 B) in the Maissi space on Mondays. Toddlers (ages 1-3) dance with their own adult at 9:15 am and preschoolers (ages 3-5) at 10:15 am.
The Dance and Play workshop encourages and guides 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. Space for 12 first arrivals. Free admission.
- Albert's Living Room is open on Mondays from 9:30 am–2 pm (International Monday).
- Vantaa: Little Archaeologist's Adventure Trail - Family Monday at the Vantaa City Museum (Hertaksentie 1, Vantaa) from 10 am–12 pm. Free admission.
- Family Fun Sessions provide preschool children and their parents with a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. Family Fun Sessions on Mondays:
- Family Fun Sessions at Tapaninmäki Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) on Mondays from 5 pm–6:30 pm from October 2–December 11, 2023.
- MLL Father's Meetup in Myllypuro at the Myllynsiipet playground (Yläkivenrinne 6) on Monday from 6 pm–7:30 pm.
Playgrounds on Monday
- Playgrounds and family centers are open again normally. Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information available on playgrounds' and family centers' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playground on Monday:
- 10:30 am–11 am Loru Moves – physical activity for children over 2 years old
- 1 pm–1:30 pm Kukkuluuruu – baby session for children under 1 year old
- 3 pm–3:30 pm Kukkuluuruu – baby session for children under 1 year old
- All of Little Helsinki's playground tips can be found behind this link.
Libraries on Monday
- Helmet library children's events for Monday can be found on the Helmet events page.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Events and activity ideas
- MLL Myllypuro and Metropolia HyMy-Village Family Café at Myllypuro Metropolia premises (next to the metro station) on Tuesday from 9 am–11 am. Each session also includes varying programs for families. Free admission.
- Story Tuesday for families at Kurkimäki community house on Tuesday from 9:30 am–11 am.
- Health Center Park on Tuesdays from 9:30 am–1 pm at Kamppi Family Center's lower lobby. Free admission.
- Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays from 12 pm–7 pm. Small admission fee.
- Art for Toddlers workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays from 1:30 pm–3:30 pm. Workshops are suitable for children ages 1.5–3 with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission. You can come to the workshops for the entire time or just for a moment at a time.
- Albert's Living Room evening gathering on Tuesdays from 4:30 pm–6:30 pm.
- Family Fun Sessions provide preschool children and their parents with a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. Family Fun Sessions on Tuesdays:
- Ball Mill indoor hall at Myllypuro Sports Park (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) on Tuesdays from 9:30 am–11:30 am and from 4 pm–6 pm from September 5–December 12, 2023.
- Käpylä Elementary School (Mäkelänkatu 89) on Tuesdays from 5 pm–6:30 pm from September 5–December 12, 2023.
- Sakarinmäki Elementary School (Knutersintie 924) on Tuesdays from 5 pm–6:30 pm from September 5–November 28, 2023.
- Vuosaari Merilahti Elementary School (Jaluspolku 3) on Tuesdays from 5 pm–6:30 pm.
Playgrounds on Tuesday
- Playgrounds and family centers are open again normally. Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information available on playgrounds' and family centers' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playground on Tuesday:
- 11 am–11:30 am Stroller fitness, Oodi courtyard
- 3 pm–3:30 pm Loru's Songs – song session for all ages
- All of Little Helsinki's playground tips can be found behind this link.
Libraries on Tuesday
- Helmet library children's events for Tuesday can be found on the Helmet events page.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Events and activity ideas
- Albert's Living Room is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 am–3 pm.
- Naperokino: Creativity and Arts at Annantalo on Wednesday from 10 am–12 pm. Free admission.
- Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday from 12 pm–7 pm. Small admission fee.
- Family Fun Sessions provide preschool children and their parents with a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. Family Fun Sessions on Wednesdays:
- Kurkimäki community house (Karpalokuja 7) on Wednesdays from 9:30 am–11 am from September 6–November 29, 2023.
- Kannelmäki Elementary School (Runonlaulajantie 40) on Wednesdays from 5 pm–6 pm from September 6–December 13, 2023 (not week 49).
Playgrounds on Wednesday
- Playgrounds and family centers are open again normally. Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information available on playgrounds' and family centers' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playground on Wednesday:
- 11 am–1 pm Loru Creates – crafts for all ages
- 2 pm–3:30 pm Loru Creates – crafts for all ages
- All of Little Helsinki's playground tips can be found behind this link.
Libraries on Wednesday
- Helmet library children's events for Wednesday can be found on the Helmet events page.
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Events and activity ideas
- Albert's Living Room is open on Thursdays from 9:30 am–3 pm.
- Art for Toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays from 10 am–12 pm. Workshops are suitable for children ages 1.5–3 with their own adult. No pre-registration required, free admission. You can come to the workshops for the entire time or just for a moment at a time.
- Family Fun Sessions provide preschool children and their parents with a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. Family Fun Sessions on Thursdays:
- Tali Sports Park soccer hall (Purotie 8) on Thursdays from 9:30 am–11 am from September 21–December 14, 2023.
- Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) on Thursdays from 5 pm–6:30 pm from September 7–December 14, 2023.
- Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) on Thursdays from 5 pm–6:30 pm from September 7–December 14, 2023.- Pukinmäenkaa Elementary School (Kenttäkuja 12) on Thursdays from 5 pm–6:30 pm from September 7–December 14, 2023 (not week 42).Cancelled for fall season!
- Porolahti Elementary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) on Thursdays from 5:30 pm–6:30 pm from September 7–December 14, 2023.
Playgrounds on Thursday
- Playgrounds and family centers are open again normally. Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information available on playgrounds' and family centers' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playground on Thursday:
- 12 pm–3:30 pm Loru Creates – crafts for all ages
- All of Little Helsinki's playground tips can be found behind this link.
Libraries on Thursday
- Helmet library children's events for Thursday can be found on the Helmet events page.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2023
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- Albert's Living Room is open on Fridays from 9:30 am–3 pm.
- For babies! In the Sea's Embrace – Baby Concert at Arabiasali on Friday at 1 pm. Free admission, but participation requires pre-registration!
Playgrounds on Friday
- Playgrounds and family centers are open again normally. Playgrounds' indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9 am–12 pm; afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. More detailed information available on playgrounds' and family centers' own websites. Playgrounds announce their programs on the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on their own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playground on Friday:
- 11 am–12 pm Loru Discovers - search activity for children over 2 years old
- 1 pm–1:30 pm Loru's Warmth - song and rhyme session for children under 1 year old
- 3 pm–3:30 pm Loru's Warmth - song and rhyme session for children under 1 year old
- All of Little Helsinki's playground tips can be found behind this link.
Libraries on Friday
- Helmet library children's events for Friday can be found on the Helmet events page.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2023
Events and activity ideas
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- Helmet library children's events for Saturday can be found on the Helmet events page.
- Mauka and Väykä's Hut Day at Music Theater Kapsäkki on Saturday at 10 am. Tickets €20 / €14.
- Fair Music Day at Tiivistämö on Saturday from 10 am–2 pm. Free admission.
- Flea market! Children's Clothing Flea Market at Herttoniemenranta Elementary School on Saturday from 10 am–2:30 pm.
- Espoo: Tapiola Christmas Opening starting at 10 am. Lots of programs for kids, including the Moomins and Arne Alligator.
- Vantaa: Veikko Wants Out - Story Concert at Theater Vantaa's Silkkisali on Saturday at 11 am. Tickets €15 / €14.
- Mutaveijarit Mini-Concerts at bookstore Rosebud Sivullinen (Kaisa building, Kaisaniemenkatu 5) on Saturday at 11 am and 12 pm. The event is part of the Mutaveijarit's new sheet music book launch.
- In Swedish! Family Carnival at Central Library Oodi on Saturday from 12 pm–4 pm. Free admission.
- Kalasatama Light Festival at Kalasatama Park on Saturday starting at 5 pm. Free admission.
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2023
Father's Day
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Events and activity ideas
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- Sports Fun at the Sports Mill (Jauhokuja 3) in Myllypuro on Sunday from 9 am–10:45 am.
Sports Fun offers children under 9 and their families the opportunity to move in diverse ways and have fun. You can arrive on your own schedule; there is space for strollers in the lobby and remember to bring your own lock for the locker. Admission fee: €3.50 for adults, €2 for others, free for children under 9.
- Family Fun at Tapuli Sports Center on Sunday from 9 am–11 am. Admission fee: €5 / family.
- Espoo: Mimmit - Puhuri: Family Christmas Concert at Espoo Culture Center on Sunday at 1 pm. Tickets €14.50.
- Children's Ethnosound! at Malmitalo on Sunday from 2 pm–5 pm. Free admission.
- Hevisaurus - The Most Roaring Concert of the Year at Comedy Theater's Peacock stage at Linnanmäki on Sunday at 2 pm and 5 pm. Tickets from €25.
- Vantaa: Vantaa Music Institute Father's Day Concert - Song for Father at Martinuksen Cultural Center on Sunday at 4 pm. Free admission.
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