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Where to go with children in Helsinki? What child-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki this week? Little Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series searches for activity tips and recommends family-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
The cover image for this article comes from the children's department of the hugely popular central library Oodi, which has attracted visitors in such large numbers that it gets crowded. Would you like to see more low-threshold meeting places like Oodi in Helsinki? Little Helsinki wrote an opinion piece about this in Helsingin Sanomat.
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- Want to go ice skating? You'll find a must-read article about public skating times at ice halls in the greater Helsinki area on Little Helsinki!
- MLL's Family Home Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0-12. Read more on the family home's Facebook page!
- MLL's family café schedule can be found on MLL Uusimaa's website.
- Swedish-language family cafés are organized by, for example, LillaLuckan in Helsinki.
- Museum tips can be found in Little Helsinki's themed article about visiting museums with children!
- You can also borrow museum tickets to the Natural History Museum or entrance tickets to Korkeasaari from the library! From Viiki Library you can borrow an entrance ticket to the Natural History Museum. From Kalasatama Library you can borrow an entrance ticket to Korkeasaari Zoo.
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MONDAY 9.3.2026
Events and activity
tips
- Program at Loru playground in central library Oodi on Monday:
- 1–1.30 PM Kukkuluuruu baby session, interactive music activity
- 3–3.30 PM Kukkuluuruu baby session, interactive music activity - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Family Fun provides preschool children and their parents with a space where they can move together freely and for free. The activity is open to all, and advance registration is not required.
Family Fun sessions on Mondays:
- PNV Sports Center (Ohrahuhdantie 4) 12.30–2 PM on 12.1.–20.4. (no sessions on 6.4.)
- Malmi Primary School (Talvelantie 1) 4.30–6 PM on 12.1.–20.4.2026 (no sessions on 6.4.)
- Tapiola Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) 6–6.30 PM on 12.1.–20.4. (no sessions on 6.4.) - Helsinki MUSEUMS open on Mondays: Merkki Museum, Helsinki City Museum and Children's City, Tram Museum, TAHTO, and Amos Rex (closed on Tuesdays!).
- More museum tips for visiting with children can be found in Little Helsinki's themed article!
TUESDAY 10.3.2026
Events and activity
tips
- Metropolia's HyMy Village Family Circle Metku at Myllypuro Metropolia University of Applied Sciences (next to the metro station) on Tuesday 9–11 AM. Each session also features varying programs for families led by students from early childhood education, social services, healthcare, and culture fields. The campus café Aspretto offers breakfast for family circle participants at 5.50 €.
- Alberto's Living Room is open during spring 2026 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9.30 AM–3 PM. Free admission.
- Program at Loru playground in central library Oodi on Tuesday:
- 10.30–11 AM Loru moves, gentle movement for parent and baby (0–9 months)
- 1–1.30 PM Loru warm - baby session
- 1.30–3 PM Babyfamiljshandlendning: sömn
- Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Art for Toddlers workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays 1.30–3.30 PM. The workshops are suitable for children aged 1.5–3 years together with an adult. No advance registration required, free admission. You can participate for the entire duration or just drop by.
- Family Fun provides preschool children and their parents with a space where they can move together freely and for free. The activity is open to all, and advance registration is not required.
Family Fun sessions on Tuesdays:
- Myllypuro Pallomylly (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) 9.30–11.30 AM and 4–6 PM on 13.1.–21.4.
- Kannelmäki Primary School (Kuninkaantammenkierto 22) 5–6.30 PM on 13.1.–21.4.
-Käpylä Primary School (gym) (Mäkelänkatu 89) 5–6.30 PM on 13.1.–21.4.2026(no sessions 3.–31.3.)
- Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) 5–6.30 PM on 13.1.–21.4.
- Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) 5–6.30 PM on 13.1.–21.4.2026
WEDNESDAY 11.3.2026
Events and activity
tips
- Take a lonely daffodil home campaign is coming to Helsinki too, and you can take home any flower you find for free!
- Alberto's Living Room is open during spring 2026 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9.30 AM–3 PM. Free admission.
- Program at Loru playground in central library Oodi on Wednesday:
- 10.30–11 AM Story time activity for all ages, bilingual fi-swe
- 1–1.30 PM Story time activity for all ages, bilingual fi-swe - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Fallkulla farm animal barn indoor areas are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10 AM–2 PM. Free admission.
- Last week - exhibition closes 15.3.2026!
Espoo: Alppirautatieharrastajien model railway exhibition on level 3 of Sello shopping center (at the end of the corridor near RAX pizza restaurant and Tokmann store). Open on Wednesdays and Fridays 3–7 PM and Saturdays 11 AM–5 PM. Free admission. - Family Fun provides preschool children and their parents with a space where they can move together freely and for free. The activity is open to all, and advance registration is not required.
Family Fun sessions on Wednesdays:
- Kurkimäki neighborhood house (Karpalokuja 7) 9.30–11 AM on 14.1.–22.4.2026
- Merilahti Primary School (Jaluspolku 3) 5–7 PM on 14.1.–22.4.
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THURSDAY 12.3.2026
Events and activity
tips
- Sanna Pelliccioni: The Happiness of Being exhibition at Kannel Hall gallery 12.3.–25.4.2026. Free admission.
- Alberto's Living Room is open during spring 2026 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9.30 AM–3 PM. Free admission.
- Program at Loru playground in central library Oodi on Thursday:
- 10.30–11 AM Friends' nature adventure - participatory musical theater for all ages, at Kino Regina on Oodi's 1st floor - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Art for Toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays 10 AM–12 PM. The workshops are suitable for children aged 1.5–3 years together with an adult. No advance registration required, free admission. You can participate for the entire duration or just drop by.
- Fallkulla farm animal barn indoor areas are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10 AM–2 PM. Free admission.
- University of Helsinki Observatory on Tähtitorninmäki is open on Thursday 12 PM–8 PM. Museum entrance fee.
- Family Fun provides preschool children and their parents with a space where they can move together freely and for free. The activity is open to all, and advance registration is not required.
Family Fun sessions on Thursdays:
- Tali Sports Center soccer hall (Purotie 8) 9.30–11 AM on 15.1.–23.4.2026
- Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) 4.30–6 PM and 6–7 PM (school-age children) on 15.1.–23.4.2026
- Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) 5–6.30 PM on 15.1.–23.4.2026 (no sessions 2.4.)
- Porolahti Primary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) 5–6.30 PM on 15.1.–23.4.2026
- Pukinmäenkaari Primary School (Kenttäkuja 12) 5–6.30 PM on 15.1.–23.4.2026
FRIDAY 13.3.2026
Events and activity
tips
- Program at Loru playground in central library Oodi on Friday:
- 10.30–11 AM Loru waves, story-based play session for children over 2 years
- 2–2.30 PM Loru songs, music activity for all ages - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Vantaa: Pessin little art mornings in Tikkurila on Friday at 9.30 AM and 10.30 AM. Free admission.
- Fallkulla farm animal barn indoor areas are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10 AM–2 PM. Free admission.
- University of Helsinki Observatory on Tähtitorninmäki is open on Friday 12 PM–4 PM. Museum entrance fee.
- Last week - exhibition closes 15.3.2026!
Espoo: Alppirautatieharrastajien model railway exhibition on level 3 of Sello shopping center (at the end of the corridor near RAX pizza restaurant and Tokmann store). Open on Wednesdays and Fridays 3–7 PM and Saturdays 11 AM–5 PM. Free admission. - The magic of fairy tales for the whole family at Liszt Institute (Kaisaniemenkatu 10) on Friday 5–8 PM. Free admission.
SATURDAY 14.3.2026
Events and activity
tips
- Bravo! International festival of performing arts for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the capital region 14.3.–22.3.2026. Partially paid.
- Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Sports Fun at Maunula sports hall (Maunulanmäki 3) on Saturday 9–10.30 AM on 7.3.–11.4. (not 4.4.). Sports Fun offers children under 9 and their families the opportunity to move in many different ways and have fun. You can arrive on your own schedule. Lockers are available in the lobby and it's a good idea to bring your own lock for the locker room. Admission: adults 3.60 €, others 2.10 €, children under 9 free.
- Flea market! Children's flea market event at Pasila Library on Saturday 11 AM–2 PM.
Last week - exhibition closes 15.3.2026! - Espoo: Alppirautatieharrastajien model railway exhibition on level 3 of Sello shopping center (at the end of the corridor near RAX pizza restaurant and Tokmann store). Open on Wednesdays and Fridays 3–7 PM and Saturdays 11 AM–5 PM. Free admission.
- Bravo! Children's Saturday at Kannel Hall on Saturday 12–3 PM. Partially paid.
- Bravo! Festival opening at Stoa on Saturday 12–4 PM. Partially paid.
- University of Helsinki Observatory on Tähtitorninmäki is open on Saturday 12 PM–4 PM. Museum entrance fee.
- Skidit disco and OmaStadi family day at Musikantit Children's Culture Center (Karpalokuja 7A) on Saturday 1–4 PM. Free admission.
- Flea market! MLL's children's clothing and supplies flea market at Pihlajamäki Elementary School on Saturday 2–4 PM and Sunday 10 AM–1 PM.
SUNDAY 15.3.2026
Events and activity
tips
- Bravo! International festival of performing arts for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the capital region 14.3.–22.3.2026. Partially paid.
- Last week! Sports Fun at Sports Mill (Jauhokuja 3) in Myllypuro on Sunday 9–10.45 AM on 18.1.–15.3.2026.
Sports Fun offers children under 9 and their families the opportunity to move in many different ways and have fun. You can arrive on your own schedule, strollers can be left in the lobby, and remember to bring your own lock for the locker room. Admission: adults 3.60 €, others 2.10 €, children under 9 free. - Flea market! MLL's Pihlajamäki children's clothing and supplies flea market at Pihlajamäki Elementary School on Saturday 2–4 PM and Sunday 10 AM–1 PM.
- Fallkulla farm animal barn indoor areas are open to the public on Sunday 10 AM–2 PM. Free admission.
- Flea market! Pakila Primary School parent association flea market at Pakila Primary School on Sunday 10 AM–2 PM.
- Flea market! MLL Sipoo Association children's clothing and supplies flea market at Söderkullan Church on Sunday 10 AM–2 PM.
- March chaos at Puotilan Manor on Sunday 11 AM–2 PM. Free admission.
- Last day - exhibition closes 15.3.2026!
Espoo: Alppirautatieharrastajien model railway exhibition on level 3 of Sello shopping center (at the end of the corridor near RAX pizza restaurant and Tokmann store) is open on Sunday 12–4 PM. Free admission. - Book launch: Marco and Allu - Horse Police Adventures at Oodi on Sunday 1–3 PM. Free admission.
- Crown snack disco at Kruunu House (Kruununhaka) on Sunday 3–5 PM. Admission 4 €.
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