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Where to go with children in Helsinki? What child-friendly activities can you find in Helsinki this week? Pienten 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.
Article cover image: Spring is creeping into Helsinki and you can now hear the sound of ice on Helsinki's shores and the babbling of streams in the forests. Photo from a stream flowing from Kruunuvuorenlamma to the sea.
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- Adventure to Uunisaari located off Kaivopuisto is still accessible via a bridge for less than a month!
- Exhibition: Sanna Pelliccioni: The Happiness of Being exhibition at Kanneltalo gallery 3/12–4/25/2026. Free admission.
- Ice skating? Find the wish article on public skating times at ice rinks in the metropolitan area at Pienten Helsinki!
- MLL's Family House Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children ages 0-12. Read more from the family house's Facebook page!
- Schedule for MLL's family cafés can be found on MLL Uusimaa's website.
- Swedish-language family cafés are organized by, for example, LillaLuckan in Helsinki.
- Museum tips can be read with children in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!
- You can also borrow museum passes to the Natural History Museum or entrance tickets to Korkeasaari from the library!From Viikin library you can borrow an entrance ticket to the Natural History Museum. From Kalasatama and Tikkurila libraries you can borrow an entrance ticket to Korkeasaari Zoo.
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MONDAY MARCH 16, 2026
Events and
activity tips
- Bravo! International performing arts festival for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the metropolitan area 3/14–3/22/2026.Partly paid.
- Korkeasaari free day on Monday 10 am–3 pm (zoo closes at 4 pm).
- The play area Loru program on Monday at Central Library Oodi:
- 10:30–11:15 Loru games, play and movement for children over 1 year old
- 1–1:30 pm Kukkuluuruu baby session, interactive music session
- 3–3:30 pm Kukkuluuruu baby session, interactive music session - Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found at Helmet's events page.
- Family Movement Sessions provide children under school age and their parents with a space to move together freely and for free. The activities are open to everyone and no advance registration is required.
Family Movement Sessions on Mondays:
- PNV Sports Center (Ohrahuhdantie 4) 12:30–2 pm from 1/12–4/20 (no sessions 4/6)
- Malmi Primary School (Talvelantie 1) 4:30–6 pm from 1/12–4/20/2026 (no sessions 4/6)
- Tapiola Primary School (Veljestenpiha 2) 6–6:30 pm from 1/12–4/20 (no sessions 4/6) - Sanna Pelliccioni: The Happiness of Being exhibition at Kanneltalo gallery 3/12–4/25/2026. Free admission.
- Helsinki museums open on Mondays include Museum Merkki, Helsinki City Museum and Children's Town, Tram Museum, TAHTO and Amos Rex (closed Tuesdays!).
- More museum tips with children can be found in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!
TUESDAY MARCH 17, 2026
Events and
activity tips
- Bravo! International performing arts festival for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the metropolitan area 3/14–3/22/2026.Partly paid.
- Metropolia HyMy Village Family Circle Metku at Myllypuro Metropolia UAS facilities (next to the metro station) on Tuesday 9–11 am. Each session also includes varying programs for families led by students in early childhood education, social services, health, and cultural fields. Campus café Aspretto offers breakfast at a special price of €5.50 only for family circle participants.
- Albertin Living Room is open during spring 2026 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30 am–3 pm.Free admission.
- The play area Loru program on Tuesday:
- 10:30–11 am Loru moves, gentle movement for older parents and babies (0-9 months)
- 1–1:30 pm Loru warmth baby session
- 2–2:30 pm I Ramsans värme, musik, rim och ramsor för bebisar
- Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found at Helmet's events page.
- Art for Toddlers Workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays 1:30–3:30 pm. Workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children accompanied by an adult. No advance registration, free admission. You can participate for the full workshop or just drop by.
- Family Movement Sessions provide children under school age and their parents with a space to move together freely and for free. The activities are open to everyone and no advance registration is required.
Family Movement Sessions on Tuesdays:
- Myllypuro Pallomylly (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) 9:30–11:30 am and 4–6 pm from 1/13–4/21
- Kannelmäki Primary School (Kuninkaantammenkierto 22) 5–6:30 pm from 1/13–4/21
-Käpylä Primary School (gym) (Mäkelänkatu 89) 5–6:30 pm from 1/13–4/21/2026(no sessions 3/3–3/31)
- Malminkartano Primary School (Puustellintie 6) 5–6:30 pm from 1/13–4/21
- Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) 5–6:30 pm from 1/13–4/21/2026
WEDNESDAY MARCH 18, 2026
Events and
activity tips
- Bravo! International performing arts festival for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the metropolitan area 3/14–3/22/2026.Partly paid.
- Albertin Living Room is open during spring 2026 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30 am–3 pm. Free admission.
- The play area Loru program on Wednesday:
- 10:30–11:30 am Gently at Loru - singing, storytelling and being together
- 1:30–2:30 pm Gently at Loru - singing, storytelling and being together - Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found at Helmet's events page.
- Fallkullan farm animal indoor areas are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays 10 am–2 pm. Free admission.
- Family Movement Sessions provide children under school age and their parents with a space to move together freely and for free. The activities are open to everyone and no advance registration is required.
Family Movement Sessions on Wednesdays:
- Kurkimäki Courtyard House (Karpalokuja 7) 9:30–11 am from 1/14–4/22/2026
- Merilahti Primary School (Jaluspolku 3) 5–7 pm from 1/14–4/22
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THURSDAY MARCH 19, 2026
Minna Canth Day
Events and
activity tips
- Bravo! International performing arts festival for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the metropolitan area 3/14–3/22/2026.Partly paid.
- Albertin Living Room is open during spring 2026 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30 am–3 pm. Free admission.
- The play area Loru program on Thursday:
- 10:30–11 am Loru moves, gymnastics and dancing for parents and babies
- 1–1:30 pm Loru songs, bilingual music session for all ages (fi-swe) - Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found at Helmet's events page.
- Art for Toddlers Workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays 10 am–12 pm. Workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children accompanied by an adult. No advance registration, free admission. You can participate for the full workshop or just drop by.
- Fallkullan farm animal indoor areas are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays 10 am–2 pm. Free admission.
- Helsinki University Observatory on Tähtitorninimäki is open on Thursday 12–8 pm. Museum admission fee applies.
- Food Robot Turo and the Crazy Wrap - book launch at Oodi on Thursday 5–7 pm. Free admission.
- Family Movement Sessions provide children under school age and their parents with a space to move together freely and for free. The activities are open to everyone and no advance registration is required.
Family Movement Sessions on Thursdays:
- Tali Sports Center Soccer Hall (Purotie 8) 9:30–11 am from 1/15–4/23/2026
- Malminkartano Primary School (Puustellintie 6) 4:30–6 pm and 6–7 pm (school-age children) from 1/15–4/23/2026
- Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) 5–6:30 pm from 1/15–4/23/2026 (no sessions 4/2)
- Porolahti Primary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) 5–6:30 pm from 1/15–4/23/2026
- Pukinmäki Circle Primary School (Kenttäkuja 12) 5–6:30 pm from 1/15–4/23/2026
FRIDAY MARCH 20, 2026
Events and
activity tips
- Bravo! International performing arts festival for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the metropolitan area 3/14–3/22/2026.Partly paid.
- The play area Loru program on Friday:
- Play areas' development day, no guided activities at Loru - Most play areas are closed on Friday due to the development day. See individual play areas' websites for more information.
- Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found at Helmet's events page.
- Vantaa: Pessi's Little Art Mornings in Tikkurila on Friday 9:30 am and 10:30 am. Free admission.
- Fallkullan farm animal indoor areas are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays 10 am–2 pm. Free admission.
- Helsinki University Observatory on Tähtitorninimäki is open on Fridays 12–4 pm. Museum admission fee applies.
- Jazz for Kids: Max Zenger & Antti Ahoniemi at Kanneltalo on Friday 6 pm. Free admission.
SATURDAY MARCH 21, 2026
Rock Your Socks - Rock Your Socks is the international campaign for World Down Syndrome Awareness Day on 3/21, the global day for Down syndrome awareness. The purpose of the day is to celebrate diversity and tolerance by wearing mismatched socks.
Events and
activity tips
- Bravo! International performing arts festival for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the metropolitan area 3/14–3/22/2026.Partly paid.
- Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found at Helmet's events page.
- Sports Movement Sessions at Maunula Sports Hall (Maunulanmäki 3) on Saturday 9–10:30 am from 3/7–4/11 (not 4/4). Sports Movement Sessions offer children under 9 with their families the opportunity to move in a variety of ways and have fun. You can arrive according to your own schedule. Cash is not accepted as payment at Maunula sports sessions. Lockers work with a 1-euro coin. Admission fee for adults €3.60, others €2.10, free admission for children under 9.
- Flea market! MLL Munkkiniemi Children's Clothing Flea Market at Munkkivuori Youth Center on Saturday 10 am–12 pm.
- Flea market! MLL Pakila and Pakila Parish Children's Clothing and Supplies Flea Market at Good Shepherd Church (Palosuontie 1) on Saturday 10 am–12:30 pm.
- Espoo: Emotional Skills Workshop: Power Animals at Lasten Kulttuurikeskus Aurora on Saturday 10 am–1 pm. Free admission.
- Roihuvuori Book Fair at Roihuvuori Library and surrounding area on Saturday 10 am–6:30 pm. Free admission.
- Espoo: Jazz for Kids: Markus Niittynen & William Tarvainen at Espoo Cultural Center (Tapiola) on Saturday 11 am. Free admission.
- Open House at Northwest Helsinki Music Institute on Saturday 11 am–2 pm. Free admission.
- Espoo: Children's Museum Festival: Birthday Party at WeeGee and Play Museum on Saturday and Sunday 11 am–5 pm. Participation in the Children's Museum Festival is included in museum admission prices, and is free for children! The event is held in two different museum buildings, each with its own admission fee
- Bravo! Family Day at Vuotalo on Saturday 12–3 pm. Free admission.
- Helsinki University Observatory on Tähtitorninimäki is open on Saturdays 12–4 pm. Museum admission fee applies.
SUNDAY MARCH 22, 2026
Events and
activity tips
- Bravo! International performing arts festival for children and young people at cultural centers and public spaces in the metropolitan area 3/14–3/22/2026.Partly paid.
- MLL Haaga Spring Time Event at Laurinniitty Play Area on Sunday 10 am–1 pm. Free admission.
- Flea market! MLL Herttoniemi Children's Clothing Flea Market at Herttoniemenranta Primary School on Sunday 10 am–1 pm.
Programs for children too! - Fallkullan farm animal indoor areas are open to the public on Sunday 10 am–2 pm. Free admission.
- Stories and Music for Diversity and Empathy at Oodi on Sunday 11 am–1 pm. Free admission.
- Espoo: Children's Museum Festival: Birthday Party at WeeGee and Play Museum on Saturday and Sunday 11 am–5 pm. Participation in the Children's Museum Festival is included in museum admission prices, and is free for children! The event is held in two different museum buildings, each with its own admission fee.
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