Where to go with children in Helsinki? What kid-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to Go This Week" series searches for activity ideas and highlights family-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.

The cover image of the article is from Taidehallis Kollektivet - Picture Book Illustrations from Finland exhibition.

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  • All of Pienten Helsinki's playground tips can be found behind this link!
  • Museum tips can be read for outings with children in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!
  • Sunflower self-picking in the city's fields has started again! The Haltiala sunflower field is located along Kuninkaantammentieto after the Haltiala farm. In Tuomarinkylä, you can access the sunflower field by driving to the end of Tuomarinkyläntie to the front of the manor and walking from there to the end of the birch path to the riverbank. The sunflowers are located between the Vantaanjoki and horse facilities. Please note that the flowers are not located next to a parking area or road. Please only walk on pedestrian paths and do not enter the stables area or horse facilities.
  • On Lasipalatsin square, in the environment of Amos Rex museum's hills, opened on Midsummer Eve Yinka Ilori's Trans­pa­rent Happiness artwork, which emphasizes play, interaction and togetherness. You can bring your own basketball or table tennis rackets, as play is allowed in this artwork. Play equipment is also available to borrow from Amos Rex museum against a deposit during its opening hours. Free admission.
  • You can borrow a museum ticket to the Natural History Museum or admission tickets to Korkeasaari from the library! From Viiki library you can borrow an admission ticket to the Natural History Museum. From Kalasataman library you can borrow an admission ticket to Korkeasaari Zoo.
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2025

Events and Activity Ideas

  • At Playground Loru in Central Library Oodi, Monday's program includes:
    - 1:00 PM–1:30 PM Kukkuluuruu baby time
    - 3:00 PM–3:30 PM Kukkuluuruu baby time
  • Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Albertin Lounge is open on Mondays from 9:30 AM–2:00 PM (International Monday).
  • Family Fun Sessions provide space for preschool children and their parents to move together independently and free of charge. The activity is open to everyone, and advance registration is not required.
    Monday Family Fun Sessions are held at:
    - PNV sports center (Ohrahuhdantie 4) 12:30 PM–2:00 PM September 1–December 8, 2025 (except October 13)
    - Malmi primary school (Talvelantie 1) 4:30 PM–6:00 PM September 1–December 8, 2025 (except October 13 and December 8)
    - Tapanila elementary school (Veljestenpiha 2) 6:00 PM–6:30 PM September 1–December 8, 2025 (except October 13)
  • Helsinki's MUSEUMS open on Mondays include the Merkki and Pippi Longstocking exhibition, Helsinki City Museum and Children's City, Tram Museum, and Amos Rex. Find more museum tips for outings with children in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2025

Events and Activity Ideas

  • At Playground Loru in Central Library Oodi, Tuesday's program includes:
    - 10:30 AM–11:00 AM Loru Moves, gentle movement for older babies with parents (0-9 months)
    - 1:00 PM–1:30 PM In Loru's Warmth baby time
    - 3:00 PM–3:30 PM I Ramsans värme, music, rhymes and verses for babies
  • Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Metropolia's HyMy Village Family Group Metku continues at Myllypuro Metropolia UAS premises (next to the metro station) on Tuesday 9 AM–11 AM. Each time also features varying programs for families led by early childhood education, social services, health, and culture students. 
  • Family Morning at the Vinksin Vonksin exhibition at Merkki Museum on Tuesday 9 AM–11 AM. Free admission.
  • Albertin Lounge's Health Center Services at Kamppi Family Center on Tuesdays 9:30 AM–12:00 PM.
  • Hinni the Mouse's Very Own Day musical theater performance at Annantalon A-stage on Tuesday 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Free admission.
  • Family Fun Sessions provide space for preschool children and their parents to move together independently and free of charge. The activity is open to everyone, and advance registration is not required.
    Tuesday Family Fun Sessions are held at:
    - Kannelmäki primary school (Kuninkaantammenkierto 22) 5:00 PM–6:30 PM September 2–November 25, 2025 (except October 14 and December 4)
    - Käpylä primary school (gym) (Mäkelänkatu 89) 5:00 PM–6:30 PM September 2–December 9, 2025 (except September 9–October 7) Note: In Käpylä, Family Fun Sessions are also held on October 14.
    - Malminkartano elementary school (Puustellintie 6) 5:00 PM–6:30 PM September 2–December 9, 2025 (except October 14)
    - Sakarinmäki primary school (Knutersintie 924) 5:00 PM–6:30 PM September 2–December 8, 2025 (except October 14)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2025

Events and Activity Ideas

  • At Playground Loru in Central Library Oodi, Wednesday's program includes:
    - 1:00 PM–2:30 PM In Loru's Magic, play and sensory experiences for all ages
  • Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Albertin Lounge is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 AM–3:00 PM.
  • Experiential story time at Tapanila village garden on Wednesday 11:15 AM. Free admission.

  • Family Fun Sessions provide space for preschool children and their parents to move together independently and free of charge. The activity is open to everyone, and advance registration is not required.
    Wednesday Family Fun Sessions are held at:
    - Kurkimäki neighborhood center (Karpalokuja 7) 9:30 AM–11:00 AM September 3–November 26, 2025
    - Merilahti primary school (Jaluspolku 3) 5:00 PM–7:00 PM September 3–December 10, 2025 (except October 15)

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2025

Events and Activity Ideas

  • At Playground Loru in Central Library Oodi, Thursday's program includes:
    - 10:30 AM–11:00 AM Loru Moves, stroller exercise on Oodi's courtyard at Kansalaistori side
    - 1:00 PM–1:30 PM Loru's Songs, bilingual singing session for all ages (Finnish-Swedish)
  • Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Albertin Lounge is open on Thursday from 9:30 AM–3:00 PM.
  • Family Fun Sessions provide space for preschool children and their parents to move together independently and free of charge. The activity is open to everyone, and advance registration is not required.
    Thursday Family Fun Sessions are held at:
    - Talin sports center soccer hall (Purotie 8) 9:30 AM–11:00 AM September 4–December 11, 2025 (except October 16)
    - Malminkartano elementary school (Puustellintie 6) 4:30 PM–6:00 PM and 6:00 PM–7:00 PM (school-age children) September 4–December 11, 2025 (except October 16, 30, December 4)
    - Kamppi sports center (Malminkatu 3) 5:00 PM–6:30 PM September 4–December 11, 2025 (except October 16)
    - Porolahti primary school (Roihuvuorentie 2) 5:00 PM–6:30 PM September 4–December 11, 2025 (except October 18)
    - Pukinmäenkaarenprimary school (Kenttäkuja 12) 5:00 PM–6:30 PM September 4–December 11, 2025 (except October 17)

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2025

Events and Activity Ideas

  • At Playground Loru in Central Library Oodi, Friday's program includes:
    - 10:30 AM–11:00 AM On Loru's Waves, narrative play session for over 2-year-olds
    - 1:00 PM–1:30 PM Loru's Fun, bilingual session for over 2-year-olds
    - 2:00 PM–2:30 PM Loru's Songs, music session for all ages
  • Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Albertin Lounge is open on Friday from 9:30 AM–3:00 PM.
  • Skate Container's End of Summer Celebration Friday 3:00 PM–7:00 PM. Free admission.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025

Waste Day

Events and Activity Ideas

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2025

On Sunday, a total lunar eclipse can be seen in Finland

Events and Activity Ideas

  • Herttoniemi Village Festival in Oravanpark (new location!) on Sunday from 10 AM onwards. Free admission.
  • Espoo: Knight Markets at Espoo Steiner Kindergarten Mesimarja on Sunday 10 AM–2 PM. Free admission.
  • Pukkisaari Ancient Markets Saturday and Sunday 10 AM–4 PM. Pukkisaari is located at the midpoint of Seurasaarensillta bridge. Free admission.

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