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What to do or where to go with children? What kid-friendly activities are available in Helsinki this week? Pienten Helsinki's weekly "Where to go this week" series finds activity tips and recommends child-friendly events and things to do in Helsinki and the surrounding area.
Exhibition tips with children
- Museum tips with children can be found in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
- The Finnish Museum of Natural History's "Celebrations in the Forest" exhibition celebrates the museum's hundredth anniversary and is great for visiting with children.
MONDAY 30.10.2023
Events and activity tips
- What to do today? Check out tips for boring days from Pienten Helsinki!
- Dance and play workshops at the cultural center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) in the Maissi hall on Mondays. Toddlers (1-3 years) dance with their own adult at 9:15 am and children at play age (3-5 years) at 10:15 am.
The Dance and Play workshop inspires and guides Helsinki parents and children to make and experience dance art together. You can participate in the workshop whenever it suits you, at all sessions or just some of them. Choose a time that works for you and arrive on time. No advance registration needed; places are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. 12 first arrivals fit in. Free entry.
- Albertin Lounge is open on Mondays from 9:30–14 (International Monday).
- Family Fun Time offers under-school-age children and their parents a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. Family Fun Time sessions on Mondays:
- Family Fun Time at Tapanil Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) on Mondays 17-18:30 from 2.10.–11.12.2023 (not in week 42).
- Father's meetings by MLL in Myllypuro at the Myllynsiivs playpark (Yläkivenrinne 6) on Monday 18-19:30.
- Helsinki Conservatory's Halloween concert (Ruoholahdentori 6) on Monday at 18:30 Free entry.
Events at playparks on Monday
- Playparks and family centers are open again as usual. Playpark indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9-12, afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more detailed information, check the playparks' and family centers' own websites. Playparks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playparks' own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playpark on Monday:
- 10:30–11:00 Loru moves – movement session for over 2-year-olds
- 13:00–13:30 Cuckoo – baby session for under 1-year-olds
- 15:00–15:30 Cuckoo – baby session for under 1-year-olds
- All of Pienten Helsinki's play venue tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Monday
- Helmet library children's events for Monday can be found on Helmet's event page.
TUESDAY 31.10.2023
Halloween
Events and activity tips
- Clinic Park on Tuesdays 9:30–13:00 in the lower lobby of Kamppi Family Center. Free entry.
- Free entry to Design Museum on Tuesday!
- Kindergarten Museum is open on Tuesdays 12-19. Small admission fee.
- Art for Toddlers workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Cultural Center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays 13:30-15:30. Workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children together with their own adult. No advance registration needed, free entry. You can attend the workshops for the whole time or just for a moment.
- Albertin Lounge's evening session on Tuesdays 16:30–18:30.
- Family Fun Time offers under-school-age children and their parents a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. Family Fun Time on Tuesdays:
- In Pallomylly indoor hall at Myllypuro Sports Park (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) on Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 and 16-18 from 5.9.–12.12.2023.
- At Käpylä Primary School (Mäkelänkatu 89) on Tuesdays 17-18:30 from 5.9.–12.12.2023.
- At Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) on Tuesdays 17-18:30 from 5.9.–28.11.2023.
- At Merilahti Primary School in Vuosaari (Jaluspolku 3) on Tuesdays 17–18:30.
Events at playparks on Tuesday
- Playparks and family centers are open again as usual. Playpark indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9-12, afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more detailed information, check the playparks' and family centers' own websites. Playparks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playparks' own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playpark on Tuesday:
- 11:00–11:30 Stroller gymnastics, Oodi courtyard
- 15:00–15:30 Loru songs – singing session for all ages
- All of Pienten Helsinki's play venue tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Tuesday
- Helmet library children's events for Tuesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
WEDNESDAY 1.11.2023
Events and activity tips
- Albertin Lounge is open on Wednesdays 9:30–15.
- Naperokino: Creativity and Arts at Annantalo on Wednesday 10-12. Free entry.
- Kindergarten Museum is open on Wednesday 12-19. Small admission fee.
- Family Fun Time offers under-school-age children and their parents a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. Family Fun Time on Wednesdays:
- At Kurkimäki courtyard building (Karpalokuja 7) on Wednesdays 9:30-11 from 6.9.–29.11.2023.
- At Kannelmäki Primary School (Runonlaulajantie 40) on Wednesdays 17-18 from 6.9.–13.12.2023 (not in week 49).
Events at playparks on Wednesday
- Playparks and family centers are open again as usual. Playpark indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9-12, afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more detailed information, check the playparks' and family centers' own websites. Playparks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playparks' own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playpark on Wednesday:
- 11–13 Loru creates – crafts for all ages
- 14–15:30 Loru creates – crafts for all ages
- All of Pienten Helsinki's play venue tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Wednesday
- Helmet library children's events for Wednesday can be found on Helmet's event page.
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THURSDAY 2.11.2023
Events and activity tips
- Albertin Lounge is open on Thursdays 9:30–15.
- Art for Toddlers workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Cultural Center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays 10-12. Workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children together with their own adult. No advance registration needed, free entry. You can attend the workshops for the whole time or just for a moment.
- Halloween event at Vuosaari Sports Hall on Thursday 17-20. Partially paid.
- Family Fun Time offers under-school-age children and their parents a space where they can move together independently and free of charge. Family Fun Time on Thursdays:
- At Tali Sports Park soccer hall (Purotie 8) on Thursdays 9:30-11 from 21.9.–14.12.2023.
- At Kamppi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) on Thursdays 17-18:30 from 7.9.–14.12.2023.
- At Malminkartano Primary School (Puustellintie 6) on Thursdays 17-18:30 from 7.9.–14.12.2023 (not in week 44).- At Pukinmäenkaar Primary School (Kenttäkuja 12) on Thursdays 17-18:30 from 7.9.–14.12.2023 (not in week 42).Cancelled for autumn season!
- At Porolahti Primary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) on Thursdays 17:30-18:30 from 7.9.–14.12.2023.
Events at playparks on Thursday
- Playparks and family centers are open again as usual. Playpark indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9-12, afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more detailed information, check the playparks' and family centers' own websites. Playparks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playparks' own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playpark on Thursday:
- 11–11:30 Moving with baby
- 15–15:30 Loru moves – movement session for over 1-year-olds
- All of Pienten Helsinki's play venue tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Thursday
- Helmet library children's events for Thursday can be found on Helmet's event page.
FRIDAY 3.11.2023
Events and activity tips
- What to do today? Check out tips for boring days from Pienten Helsinki!
- Albertin Lounge is open on Fridays 9:30–15.
- Kekri Celebration at Kääntöpaikka in Arabianranta (Intiankatu 1) and Arabian beach park on Friday 3.11.2023 17-19:30. Free entry.
Events at playparks on Friday
- Playparks and family centers are open again as usual. Playpark indoor spaces are open to families on weekdays mainly from 9-12, afternoons are reserved for schoolchildren. For more detailed information, check the playparks' and family centers' own websites. Playparks announce their programs in the City of Helsinki's event calendar and on the playparks' own Facebook pages.
- Loru Playpark on Friday:
- 13:30–15:00 Halloween party, Maijansali, Oodi 1st floor
- All of Pienten Helsinki's play venue tips can be found behind this link.
Library events on Friday
- Helmet library children's events for Friday can be found on Helmet's event page.
SATURDAY 4.11.2023
All Saints' Day
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Events and activity tips
- ALL All Saints' Day activity tips can be found in Pienten Helsinki's themed article!
- Free activities for children in Helsinki article has tips for free opportunities in Helsinki!
- Helmet library children's events for Saturday can be found on Helmet's event page.
- Music Circus "The Lost Key" concerts at Malmitalo on Saturday at 1 pm and 3 pm. Tickets €8.
- The opening of Stockmann department store's traditional story window in downtown Helsinki is being celebrated on Keskuskatu at 2 pm on Saturday.
- Secrets of Helsinki article reveals small and big secrets of Helsinki!
SUNDAY 5.11.2023
Events and activity tips
- What to do today? Check out tips for boring days from Pienten Helsinki!
- Sports Fun Time at Sports Mill (Jauhokuja 3) in Myllypuro on Sunday 9-10:45.
Sports Fun Time offers children under 9 and their families the opportunity to move in diverse ways and have fun. You can arrive according to your own schedule, there's space for strollers in the entrance hall and you should remember to bring your own lock for the changing room. Admission fee for adults €3.50, others €2, free entry for children under 9.
- Family Fun at Tapuli Sports Center on Sunday 9-11. Admission fee €5 / family.
- Kaivopuisto raking work party on Sunday 11-15.
- Tuusula: Tuusula Halloween Trail at Hyrylä Riverside Park on Saturday and Sunday 4-5.11.2023 16-21. Tickets €4.
- Winter Garden on the edge of Töölönlahti often has decorations matching the All Saints' Day theme during this time. Free entry.
Winter Garden opening hours:
– Monday to Thursday 10-16
– Friday closed
– Saturday and Sunday 10-16.
- Stockmann department store's traditional story window is again on display at the corner of Aleksanterinkatu and Keskuskatu.
- Secrets of Helsinki article reveals small and big secrets of Helsinki!
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