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Where to go with children in Helsinki? What kid-friendly activities are available in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series finds tips for outings and suggests family-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
The cover image of this article is from Hietaniemi Cemetery, a memorial place for those buried elsewhere. On All Saints' Day, Saturday, candles are lit in cemeteries in memory of those who have passed away.
Current topics right now
- Halloween-themed tips for outings can be found in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
- Free activities for children in Helsinki article has tips for free opportunities in Helsinki!
- Ice skating in autumn already? The wish list article about public skating hours at ice rinks in the Helsinki metropolitan area has been updated!
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- MLL's Family House Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children aged 0-12. Read more on the family house's Facebook page!
- MLL's family café schedule can be found on MLL Uusimaa's website.
- All Pienten Helsinki's playground tips can be found behind this link!
- Museum tips can be read with children in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
- Museum passes to the Natural History Museum or admission tickets to Korkeasaari can also be borrowed from the library! From Viiki Library you can borrow an admission ticket to the Natural History Museum. Kalasatama Library, on the other hand, offers admission tickets to Korkeasaari Zoo for borrowing.
- Porvoo: Children's Art Hall at Porvoo Art Hall in Taidetehdas spaces from September 12, 2025 to January 13, 2026. Open according to Art Hall opening hours. Free admission.
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2025
Events and
outing tips
- In Playground Loru's program at Central Library Oodi on Monday:
- 10–12 a.m. Pop-up Baby Carrier Meetup, Baby Carrier Association
- 3–3:30 p.m. Kukkuluuruu, baby time - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Dance and Play workshop for toddlers (ages 1–3) and their parents at Caisa on Monday at 9:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Free admission, space for 12 people first.
- Albert's Living Room is open Mondays 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (International Monday).
- For babies and parents! BabyVisa at Kallio Library on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Free admission.
- Family Hulinat offer space for children under school age and their parents to move together independently and free of charge. The activity is open to all and no advance registration is required.
On Mondays Family Hulinat are held at:
- PNV Sports Center (Ohrahuhdantie 4) 12:30–2 p.m. from September 1 to December 8, 2025
- Malmi Primary School (Talvelantie 1) 4:30–6 p.m. from September 1 to December 8, 2025 (not on December 8)
- Tapanila Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) 6–6:30 p.m. from September 1 to December 8, 2025 - Helsinki MUSEUMS open on Mondays include the Mark and Pippi Longstocking exhibition, Helsinki City Museum and Children's City, Tram Museum, TAHTO, and Amos Rex. More museum tips with children can be found in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2025
Events and
outing tips
- In Playground Loru's program at Central Library Oodi on Tuesday:
- 10:30–11 a.m. Loru moves, gentle movement for parent and baby (0-9 months)
- 1–1:30 p.m. In Loru's warmth - baby time
- 3–3:30 p.m. I Ramsans värme, musik, rim och ramsor för bebisar - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Metropolia's HyMy Village Family Group Metku at Myllypuro Metropolia UAS premises (next to the metro station) on Tuesday 9–11 a.m. Each session also includes varied programming for families led by early childhood education, social services, health and culture students.
- Albert's Living Room Health Station at Kamppi Family Center Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Art for Toddlers workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) Tuesdays 1:30–3:30 p.m. The workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children with their own adult. No advance registration needed, free admission. You can participate in the workshops for the full time or just stop by.
- Family Hulinat offer space for children under school age and their parents to move together independently and free of charge. The activity is open to all and no advance registration is required.
On Tuesdays Family Hulinat are held at:
- Kannelmäki Primary School (Kuninkaantammenkierto 22) 5–6:30 p.m. from September 2 to November 25, 2025 (not on December 4)
- Käpylä Primary School (sports hall) (Mäkelänkatu 89) 5–6:30 p.m. from September 2 to December 9, 2025 (not from September 9–October 7).
- Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) 5–6:30 p.m. from September 2 to December 9, 2025.
- Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) 5–6:30 p.m. from September 2 to December 8, 2025.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2025
Events and
outing tips
- In Playground Loru's program at Central Library Oodi on Wednesday:
- 10:30–11:30 a.m. Halloween-themed crafts for all ages
- 1:00–2:30 p.m. Halloween-themed crafts for all ages - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Vuosaari Library opening week:
- Kekri! Spook Festival – workshop at Vuotalo Hall on Wednesday 4–6 p.m.
- Merkkarit band children's concert at Vuosaari Library's new Stage area at 6 p.m. - Albert's Living Room is open Wednesdays 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open Wednesdays 12–4 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Vantaa: Katrineberga Manor Little Spook Festival at Katrineberga Manor on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 5–8 p.m. Free admission.
- Family Hulinat offer space for children under school age and their parents to move together independently and free of charge. The activity is open to all and no advance registration is required.
On Wednesdays Family Hulinat are held at:
- Kurkimäki Block House (Karpalokuja 7) 9:30–11 a.m. from September 3 to November 26, 2025
- Merila Primary School (Jaluspolku 3) 5–7 p.m. from September 3 to December 10, 2025
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2025
Events and
outing tips
- In Playground Loru's program at Central Library Oodi on Thursday:
- 10:30–11 a.m. Loru moves stroller fitness, at Oodi plaza on the citizen square side
- 1–1:30 p.m. Loru songs, bilingual music session for all ages fi-swe - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Albert's Living Room is open Thursday 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Art for Toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Caisa Cultural Center (Kaikukatu 4 B) Thursdays 10 a.m.–12 p.m. The workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children with their own adult. No advance registration needed, free admission. You can participate in the workshops for the full time or just stop by.
- Halloween event at Vuosaari Swimming Hall and its surroundings on Thursday, October 30, 2025, 5–8 p.m. Partially free admission, normal Sports Halls admission fee for the swimming pool.
- Family Hulinat offer space for children under school age and their parents to move together independently and free of charge. The activity is open to all and no advance registration is required.
On Thursdays Family Hulinat are held at:
- Tali Sports Center Soccer Hall (Purotie 8) 9:30–11 a.m. from September 4 to December 11, 2025.- Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) 4:30–6 p.m. and 6–7 p.m. (school-age) from September 4 to December 11, 2025 (not on October 30 and December 4.)Not held on October 30, 2025.
- Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) 5–6:30 p.m. from September 4 to December 11, 2025.
- Porolahti Primary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) 5–6:30 p.m. from September 4 to December 11, 2025.
- Pukinmäenkaari Primary School (Kenttäkuja 12) 5–6:30 p.m. from September 4 to December 11, 2025. - Evening at the museum: Halloween at the Natural History Museum Thursday 5–8 p.m. Museum admission fee.
- Vantaa: Lost Onni Fairy Tale Concert / Sagokonsert Var är Onni at Lumosali in Vantaa Thursday at 6 p.m. Tickets €5 / €10.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2025
Halloween
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Events and
outing tips
- In Playground Loru's program at Central Library Oodi on Friday:
- 1–2 p.m. Loru's Halloween party at Oodi 1st floor Maijansali! - Events for children at Helmet libraries can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Kontula Library's Halloween celebration is held Friday 11 a.m.–3 p.m. - On Friday, many libraries and playgrounds host Halloween-themed programming.
- Albert's Living Room is open Friday 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Free evening at Sinebrychoff Art Museum Friday 3–6 p.m.
- Spook Festival around Arabian Wharf Kylätalo Kääntöpaikka (Intiankatu 1) and Arabian Beach Park (at Toini Muona Street) Friday, October 31, 2025, 5–8 p.m. Free admission.
- Vantaa: Aviation Museum free evening Friday 4–8 p.m.
- Porvoo: Children's Art Hall at Porvoo Art Hall in Taidetehdas spaces from September 12, 2025 to January 13, 2026. Open according to Art Hall opening hours. Free admission.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2025
All Saints' Day
Events and
outing tips
- On All Saints' Day most libraries are closed.
- Espoo: Saturday Workshop: Magic of Stardust at Children's Culture Center Aurora on Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Free admission.
- Vantaa: Halloween at the Aviation Museum Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Museum admission fee.
- Halloween at the Technology Museum – The Dark Side of Technology Saturday 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Museum admission fee.
- Maritime Rescue Vessels' All Saints' Day Parade Saturday 12–2:30 p.m. The vessel parade departs from the tip of Hernesaari, led by the rescue cruiser Jenny Wihuri, and pays a flag salute at the sailors' memorial site in Eiranranta at 12:10 p.m. At the same time, maritime organizations' representatives lay a wreath at the Sailors' Memorial at Ursini Rock. The vessels continue to South Harbor, where they are open to the public 1–2:30 p.m.
- Gardens of Death – All Saints' Day at Helsinki cemeteries Saturday. Read more on Helsinki Parishes' website.
- Espoo: All Saints' Day at Espoo churches and cemeteries Saturday. More information on Espoo Parishes' website.
- Vantaa: All Saints' Day at Vantaa cemeteries and churches Saturday. More information on Vantaa Parishes' website.
- Vantaa: Martin's Halloween at Culture House Martinuksessa Saturday, November 1, 2025, 1–4:30 p.m. Free admission.
- Fairy Tale Window Openings at Stockmann in Helsinki center Saturday at 1:50 p.m.
- Día de Muertos – Family Day at Central Library Oodi Saturday 2–6 p.m. Free admission.
- Scares for Chicks event at Stoa Cultural Center plaza Saturday, November 1, 2025, 3–6 p.m. Free admission.
- Viapori Spook Festival in Suomenlinna for the ninth time Saturday 4–10 p.m. Most of the event is free to enter, some programming is paid and requires advance registration. Suomenlinna visitors should bring their own flashlight.
- Porvoo: Children's Art Hall at Porvoo Art Hall in Taidetehdas spaces from September 12, 2025 to January 13, 2026. Open on All Saints' Day 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Free admission.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2025
Events and
outing tips
- All Saints' Day weekend outing tips can be found in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
- Ice skating in October? The wish list article about public skating hours at ice rinks in the Helsinki metropolitan area has been updated!
- Sports Hulinat at Liikuntamylly near Myllypuro metro station Sundays 9–10:45 a.m. Tickets €3.60 / adults, €2.10 / children and under 9 years free.
Sports Hulinat offers children under 9 with 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 foyer and you should pack your own padlock for the changing room. - New playground opening at Kruunuvuoren Beach, Haakonsund Park playground Sunday at 10 a.m. Free admission.
- Espoo: Badger Forest Fairy Tale Hour at Villa Elfvik Sunday at 11 a.m. Free admission.
- Kaivopuisto Raking Work Day Sunday 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open Sundays 12–4 p.m. Small admission fee.
- Mismatched Socks Parade at Museum Mark Sunday 2–4 p.m. Also remember the wonderful Pippi Longstocking exhibition! Free admission.
- Porvoo: Children's Art Hall at Porvoo Art Hall in Taidetehdas spaces from September 12, 2025 to January 13, 2026. Open according to Art Hall opening hours. Free admission.
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