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" series finds tips and suggests family-friendly events and activities in Helsinki and the surrounding area.

In the article's cover image is the children's library bus Stoori on its route. You can find the schedules for the two children's library buses operating in Helsinki here.

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  • To the sledding hills? Helsinki finally got snow, and behind the link you'll find a list of our background team's favorite sledding spots!
  • Current condition information for all outdoor ice skating rinks in the capital region can be found at ulkoliikunta.fi map service. Ice skating on artificial ice rinks is also free during the 2025-2026 season!
  • Want to ice skate? Our popular article about public skating times at ice halls in the metro area has been updated!
  • MLL's Family House Unikko (Unikkotie 8, Pukinmäki) is an open meeting place for families and children ages 0-12. Read more on the family house's Facebook page!
  • MLL's family café schedules can be found on the MLL Uusimaa website.
  • Swedish-language family cafés are organized, for example, by LillaLuckan in Helsinki.
  • For babies! Espoo: Forest Cuddles - a sensory trail for babies at Children's Culture Center Aurora in the Basement Gallery until February 24, 2026, Monday to Friday 9 am-4 pm and Saturdays in connection with events. Free admission.
  • Museum tips can be read with children in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!
  • Museum passes to the Natural History Museum or admission tickets to Korkeasaari can also be borrowed from the library! From Viik Library you can borrow an admission ticket to the Natural History Museum. From Kalasatama Library you can borrow an admission ticket to Korkeasaari Zoo.
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026

Events and
activity ideas

  • The playroom at Central Library Oodi Loru has programming on Monday:
    - 10:30–11:15 am Loru's games, play and movement for children over 1 year old
    - 1–1:30 pm Cuckoo Cuckoo baby session, an interactive music session
  • Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found on the Helmet events page.
  • Family Frolics offer children under school age and their parents a space to move around together at their own pace and free of charge. The activity is open to all, and no advance registration is required for the sessions.

    Family Frolics on Mondays take place at:
    - PNV Sports Center (Ohrahuhdantie 4) 12:30–2 pm from Jan. 12–Apr. 20 (no sessions Feb. 16 and Apr. 6)
    - Malmi Primary School (Talvelantie 1) 4:30–6 pm from Jan. 12–Apr. 20, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 16 and Apr. 6)
    - Tapanila Elementary School (Veljestenpiha 2) 6–6:30 pm from Jan. 12–Apr. 20 (no sessions Feb. 16 and Apr. 6)
  • Helsinki MUSEUMS open on Mondays include: Museum Merkki, Helsinki City Museum and Children's City, Tram Museum, TAHTO, and Amos Rex.
    More museum tips for children can be found in Pienten Helsinki's theme article!

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026

Events and
activity ideas

  • Metropolia's 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 from early childhood education, social services, health, and culture programs. The campus café Aspretto offers breakfast for family circle participants only at 5.50 €.
  • Albertin Living Room is open during the spring 2026 season on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9:30 am–3 pm. Free admission.
  • The playroom at Central Library Oodi Loru has programming on Tuesday:
    - 10:30–11 am Loru moves, gentle movement for older parents and babies (0-9 months)
    - 1–1:30 pm Loru's warmth baby session
    - 1:30–3 pm Babyfamilyguiding, welcome and meet other baby families and discuss baby care.
  • Art for Toddlers Workshop (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Culture Center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Tuesdays 1:30–3:30 pm. Workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children with their own adult. No advance registration, free admission. You can participate in the workshops for the full time or just drop by.
  • Family Frolics offer children under school age and their parents a space to move around together at their own pace and free of charge. The activity is open to all, and no advance registration is required for the sessions.

    Family Frolics on Tuesdays take place at:
    - Myllypuro Pallomylly (Pikajuoksijankuja 9) 9:30–11:30 am and 4–6 pm from Jan. 13–Apr. 21 (no sessions Feb. 17)
    - Kannelmäki Primary School (Kuninkaantammenkierto 22) 5–6:30 pm from Jan. 13–Apr. 21 (no sessions Feb. 17)
    - Käpylä Primary School (gymnasium) (Mäkelänkatu 89) 5–6:30 pm from Jan. 13–Apr. 21, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 17 or Mar. 3–31)
    - Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) 5–6:30 pm from Jan. 13–Apr. 21 (no sessions Feb. 17)
    - Sakarinmäki Primary School (Knutersintie 924) 5–6:30 pm from Jan. 13–Apr. 21, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 17)

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2026

Emergency Number Day

Events and
activity ideas

  • Albertin Living Room is open during the spring 2026 season on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9:30 am–3 pm. Free admission.
  • The playroom at Central Library Oodi Loru has programming on Wednesday:
    - 10–11:30 am Loru's enchantments, play and sensory experiences for all ages
    - 1–2:30 pm Loru's enchantments, play and sensory experiences for all ages
  • Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found on the Helmet events page.
  • Fallkullan farm animal areas indoors are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10 am–2 pm. Free admission.
  • Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Wednesdays 12–4 pm. Small admission fee.
  • Espoo: Alppirautatieharrastajien miniature railway exhibition at Sello shopping center 3rd floor (in the corridor near RAX pizza restaurant and Tokmanni store). Open Wednesdays and Fridays 3–7 pm and Saturdays 11 am–5 pm. Free admission.
  • Family Frolics offer children under school age and their parents a space to move around together at their own pace and free of charge. The activity is open to all, and no advance registration is required for the sessions.

    Family Frolics on Wednesdays take place at:
    - Kurkimäki Courtyard House (Karpalokuja 7) 9:30–11 am from Jan. 14–Apr. 22, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 18)
    - Merilahti Primary School (Jaluspolku 3) 5–7 pm from Jan. 14–Apr. 22 (no sessions Feb. 18)

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2026

Events and
activity ideas

  • Albertin Living Room is open during the spring 2026 season on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9:30 am–3 pm.
    Free admission.
  • The playroom at Central Library Oodi Loru has programming on Thursday:
    - 10:30–11 am Loru moves, gymnastics and dancing for parents and babies
    - 1:30–2 pm Become a friend now session, bilingual music session for all ages (Finnish-Swedish)
  • Children's events at Helmet libraries can be found on the Helmet events page.
  • Art for Toddlers Workshops (Open Studio for Toddlers Workshops) at Culture Center Caisa (Kaikukatu 4 B) on Thursdays 10 am–12 pm. Workshops are suitable for 1.5–3-year-old children with their own adult. No advance registration, free admission. You can participate in the workshops for the full time or just drop by.
  • Fallkullan farm animal areas indoors are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10 am–2 pm. Free admission.
  • Helsinki University Observatory at Star Tower Hill is open on Thursdays 12–8 pm. Museum admission fee.
  • Family Frolics offer children under school age and their parents a space to move around together at their own pace and free of charge. The activity is open to all, and no advance registration is required for the sessions.

    Family Frolics on Thursdays take place at:
    - Tali Sports Center football hall (Purotie 8) 9:30–11 am from Jan. 15–Apr. 23, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 19)
    - Malminkartano Elementary School (Puustellintie 6) 4:30–6 pm and 6–7 pm (school-age) from Jan. 15–Apr. 23, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 12 and Feb. 19)
    - Kampi Sports Center (Malminkatu 3) 5–6:30 pm from Jan. 15–Apr. 23, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 19 and Apr. 2)
    - Porolahti Primary School (Roihuvuorentie 2) 5–6:30 pm from Jan. 15–Apr. 23, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 19)
    - Pukinmäenkaar Primary School (Kenttäkuja 12) 5–6:30 pm from Jan. 15–Apr. 23, 2026 (no sessions Feb. 19)

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2026

Events and
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2026

Valentine's Day <3

Events and
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2026

Laskiaissunday (Sunday before Lent)

Events and
activity ideas

  • To the sledding hills? Helsinki finally got snow, and behind the link you'll find a list of our background team's favorite sledding spots!
  • Sports Frolics at the Sports Mill (Jauhokuja 3) in Myllypuro on Sunday 9–10:45 am from Jan. 18–Mar. 15, 2026.
    Sports Frolics offer children under 9 years old and their families an opportunity to move in a variety of ways and have fun. You can arrive on your own schedule, there's space for strollers in the lobby, and you should bring your own lock for the locker room. Tickets: 3.60 € adults, others 2.10 €, children under 9 free.
  • MLL Myllypuro sledding festival at Alakivi Park on Sunday 10 am–12 pm. Free admission.
  • Fallkullan farm animal areas indoors are open to the public on Sunday 10 am–2 pm. Free admission.
  • Tuusula: Siippo horse-drawn sledding festival at Siippo practice racetrack 11 am–3 pm. Free admission, some activities have a fee.
  • Taivaskallion Lent Festival in Käpylä (Pohjolankatu - Panuntie) on Sunday 12–2 pm. Free admission.
  • Sunday Lent sledding rides at Seurasaari on Sunday 12–4 pm. Sledding rides are paid, outdoor activities at Seurasaari are free.
  • Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open on Sundays 12–4 pm. Small admission fee.
  • Kivinokka Ice Festival around Kivinokka tent café and along the outdoor trail on Sunday 12–5 pm. Free admission.

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