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 tips and recommends family-friendly events and things to do in Helsinki and the surrounding area.

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The article's cover image shows beautiful archipelago scenery on Helsinki's Vartiosaar. You can reach Vartiosaar by ferry (paid) from Laajasalo daily during the summer season.

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Music House is filled with singing and playing in June when free KEMUT music activity sessions take over Alalämpi on June 2-12, 2025!

KEMUT summer music sessions feature singing, playing, movement, and play. The music sessions offer experiences and joy while supporting children's creativity, social skills, and musical development. Music House's music sessions are perfect for a first introduction to music or for children who already have music activity experience. The summer sessions are led by Sibelius Academy students Anna and Taina. Summer music sessions are held at Music House's Alalämpi Monday through Friday, June 2-12. Morning sessions are aimed at 2-3-year-olds and afternoon sessions at 4-6-year-olds.

Entry to the music sessions is free, but it's a good idea to book a ticket in advance using the link below. However, you can also participate in singing and playing without a ticket—instruments are available only for those who have reserved a spot in advance.
Tickets for the summer music sessions are now available for booking on Music House's website via the link!

THIS week KEMUT music sessions are held at Music House's Alalämpi Monday through Thursday:
- 2-3-year-olds at 10:00-10:45 and 11:15-12:00
- 4-6-year-olds at 13:00-13:45 and 14:15-15:00

Commercial collaboration:
KEMUT summer music sessions at Music House Monday through Friday.

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  • Summer lunch menu for playgrounds this week:
    - Monday, June 9, 2025: Italian Stew M S K 
    - Tuesday, June 10, 2025:     Barley Porridge and Berry Juice M G K Veg
    - Wednesday, June 11, 2025:     Vegetable-Cheese Chicken Stew L G N S K
    - Thursday, June 12, 2025:     Clear Salmon Soup M G N SK and Rhubarb Pie M in celebration of Helsinki Day
    - Friday, June 13, 2025    : Vegetable Spaghetti Stew M K Veg

MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Playground lunch menu on Monday: Italian Stew (M S K) 
    Lunch is available at all open playgrounds. Bring your own cooking pot, utensils, and drinks!
  • The playgrounds' summer season begins and the open playgrounds this week are:
    - Playgrounds: Etupelto, Filpus, Intia, Iso-Antti, Isoneva, Kannelmäki, Kiikku, Kurranummi, Lehdokki, Linja, Linnunrata, Lohikäärmepuisto, Maunula, Mellunmäki, Orava, Piika, Rudolf, Ruoholahti, Rusthollari, Seppä, Tuorinniemi, Ulvila Viikkari, Arabia, Brahe, Ida, Kotinummi, Lahnalahti, Laurinniitty, Maasälpä, Munkki, Mustakivi, Mäkitorppa, Nuoli, Nurkka, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Torpparinämäki, Trumpetti, and Viiri.
    Summer lunch is also provided at MLL's Family House Unikko from June 2-27, 2025 (except June 6 and 20).
  • Summer Art Bike Tour at playgrounds at Rusthollari playground on Monday 10:00-15:00.
  • Pesis Takes Over Helsinki Playgrounds Tour at Intia playground (Kumpula) on Monday 10:30-11:30 and 13:00-14:00.
  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Espoo: Happiness is Being exhibition at Tapiola Library June 3-14, 2025. Open according to the library's summer hours. Free entry.
  • Albert's Living Room is open on Mondays 9:30-14:00 (International Monday).
  • Art Things Workshops at Annantalo courtyard Monday through Friday 10:00-12:00 and 13:00-15:00. Free entry.
  • Driving Go-karts at Tattarisuolla under the guidance of Children's Traffic City instructors. At Tattarisuon outdoor motor track (Tattarisuontie 30-32) you can drive go-karts on Monday 10:00-17:00. You can reach Tattarisuon motor track within walking distance by buses 553, 77, and 69. There are also parking spaces nearby. Free entry, no advance registration required.
  • Recycling Helsinki Citizens Workshop at Helsinki City Museum Monday through Friday 12:00-15:00 on a continuous basis. Free entry.
  • Kapsäkki Visits – Singing Story Tales at Kalasatama Elementary School courtyard on Monday at 16:00. Free entry.

TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Playground lunch menu on Tuesday: Barley Porridge and Berry Juice (M G K Veg)
    Lunch is available at all open playgrounds. Bring your own cooking pot, utensils, and drinks!
  • The playgrounds' summer season begins and the open playgrounds this week are:
    - Playgrounds: Etupelto, Filpus, Intia, Iso-Antti, Isoneva, Kannelmäki, Kiikku, Kurranummi, Lehdokki, Linja, Linnunrata, Lohikäärmepuisto, Maunula, Mellunmäki, Orava, Piika, Rudolf, Ruoholahti, Rusthollari, Seppä, Tuorinniemi, Ulvila Viikkari, Arabia, Brahe, Ida, Kotinummi, Lahnalahti, Laurinniitty, Maasälpä, Munkki, Mustakivi, Mäkitorppa, Nuoli, Nurkka, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Torpparinämäki, Trumpetti, and Viiri.
    Summer lunch is also provided at MLL's Family House Unikko from June 2-27, 2025 (except June 6 and 20).
  • Summer Art Bike Tour at playgrounds on Tuesday at Mellunmäki playground 10:00-12:00 and at Kiikku playground 13:00-15:00.
  • Pesis Takes Over Helsinki Playgrounds Tour at Linja playground (Kallio) on Tuesday 10:30-11:30 and 13:00-14:00.
  • Helsinki Police Brass Band's Teddy Bear Orchestra performs at Rudolf playground (Laajasalo) on Tuesday 11:15-11:45.
  • Children's Traffic City at playgrounds:
    - Intia playground 9:30-11:30
    - Lehdokki playground 13:30-15:30
  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Espoo: Happiness is Being exhibition at Tapiola Library June 3-14, 2025. Open according to the library's summer hours. Free entry.
  • Summer Music Activity on Annantalo courtyard's A stage on Tuesday at 9:30 and 10:30. Free entry.
  • Art Things Workshops at Annantalo courtyard Monday through Friday 10:00-12:00 and 13:00-15:00. Free entry.
  • Espoo: Circus and Theater Workshops at Children's Cultural Center Aurora Tuesday through Thursday 10:00-12:00. Free entry.
  • Espoo: Summer Paint Art Workshops at Children's Cultural Center Aurora Tuesday through Thursday 10:00-13:00. Free entry.
  • Recycling Helsinki Citizens Workshop at Helsinki City Museum Monday through Friday 12:00-15:00 on a continuous basis. Free entry.
  • Nordic Library on Kaisaniemenkatu is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00-19:00. Wonderful children's section with many children's books available for borrowing in all Nordic languages. The Nordic Library has its own library card, which you can obtain with a valid ID.
  • Kindergarten Museum is open Tuesday 12:00-19:00. Museum admission fee applies.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Playground lunch menu on Wednesday: Vegetable-Cheese Chicken Stew (L G N S K)
    Lunch is available at all open playgrounds. Bring your own cooking pot, utensils, and drinks!
  • The playgrounds' summer season begins and the open playgrounds this week are:
    - Playgrounds: Etupelto, Filpus, Intia, Iso-Antti, Isoneva, Kannelmäki, Kiikku, Kurranummi, Lehdokki, Linja, Linnunrata, Lohikäärmepuisto, Maunula, Mellunmäki, Orava, Piika, Rudolf, Ruoholahti, Rusthollari, Seppä, Tuorinniemi, Ulvila Viikkari, Arabia, Brahe, Ida, Kotinummi, Lahnalahti, Laurinniitty, Maasälpä, Munkki, Mustakivi, Mäkitorppa, Nuoli, Nurkka, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Torpparinämäki, Trumpetti, and Viiri.
    Summer lunch is also provided at MLL's Family House Unikko from June 2-27, 2025 (except June 6 and 20).
  • Summer Art Bike Tour at playgrounds at Orava playground on Wednesday 10:00-15:00.
  • Pesis Takes Over Helsinki Playgrounds Tour at Mäkitorppa playground on Wednesday 13:00-14:00.
  • Children's Traffic City at playgrounds:
    - Laurinniitty playground 9:30-11:30
    - Ida playground 13:30-15:30
  • Fire Museum at Erottaja Fire Station is open Wednesday 12:00-16:00. Small admission fee applies.
  • Kindergarten Museum is open Wednesday 12:00-19:00. Museum admission fee applies.
  • Nordic Library on Kaisaniemenkatu is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00-19:00. Wonderful children's section with many children's books available for borrowing in all Nordic languages. The Nordic Library has its own library card, which you can obtain with a valid ID.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025

Helsinki Day, celebrating Helsinki's 475th birthday

Events and 
Activity Tips

Helsinki Day, celebrating Helsinki's birthday offers PLENTY of programs for all ages around the city! Free entry.

Things to do with children on Helsinki Day can be found on the event's website!

  • Playground lunch menu on Thursday: Clear Salmon Soup (M G N S K) and Rhubarb Pie (M) in celebration of Helsinki Day. Lunch is available at all open playgrounds. Bring your own cooking pot, utensils, and drinks!
  • The playgrounds' summer season begins and the open playgrounds this week are:
    - Playgrounds: Etupelto, Filpus, Intia, Iso-Antti, Isoneva, Kannelmäki, Kiikku, Kurranummi, Lehdokki, Linja, Linnunrata, Lohikäärmepuisto, Maunula, Mellunmäki, Orava, Piika, Rudolf, Ruoholahti, Rusthollari, Seppä, Tuorinniemi, Ulvila Viikkari, Arabia, Brahe, Ida, Kotinummi, Lahnalahti, Laurinniitty, Maasälpä, Munkki, Mustakivi, Mäkitorppa, Nuoli, Nurkka, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Torpparinämäki, Trumpetti, and Viiri.
    Summer lunch is also provided at MLL's Family House Unikko from June 2-27, 2025 (except June 6 and 20).
  • Pesis Takes Over Helsinki Playgrounds Tour at Munkki playground (Munkkiniemi) on Thursday 10:30-11:30 and 13:00-14:00.
  • Summer Art Bike Tour at playgrounds on Thursday at Iso-Antti playground 12:00-15:00 and at Stoa square 16:00-19:00.
  • Helmet library events for children can be found on Helmet's event page.
  • Espoo: Happiness is Being exhibition at Tapiola Library June 3-14, 2025. Open according to the library's summer hours. Free entry.
  • Nordic Library on Kaisaniemenkatu is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00-19:00. Wonderful children's section with many children's books available for borrowing in all Nordic languages. The Nordic Library has its own library card, which you can obtain with a valid ID.
  • Yard Party at Tapiola Sports Center on Thursday 16:00-20:00. Free entry.

FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Playground lunch menu on Friday: Vegetable Spaghetti Stew (M K Veg)
    Lunch is available at all open playgrounds. Bring your own cooking pot, utensils, and drinks!
  • The playgrounds' summer season begins and the open playgrounds this week are:
    - Playgrounds: Etupelto, Filpus, Intia, Iso-Antti, Isoneva, Kannelmäki, Kiikku, Kurranummi, Lehdokki, Linja, Linnunrata, Lohikäärmepuisto, Maunula, Mellunmäki, Orava, Piika, Rudolf, Ruoholahti, Rusthollari, Seppä, Tuorinniemi, Ulvila Viikkari, Arabia, Brahe, Ida, Kotinummi, Lahnalahti, Laurinniitty, Maasälpä, Munkki, Mustakivi, Mäkitorppa, Nuoli, Nurkka, Strömberg, Taivallahti, Torpparinämäki, Trumpetti, and Viiri.
    Summer lunch is also provided at MLL's Family House Unikko from June 2-27, 2025 (except June 6 and 20).
  • Summer Art Bike Tour at playgrounds on Friday at Tuorinniemi playground 10:00-15:00.
  • Guard Parade: Brass Band on Friday at 12:20. The guard parade procession departs from Helsinki's Senate Square, marching through the Market Square to the main guardhouse, and then back to Senate Square.

SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

SUNDAY, JUNE 15, 2025

Events and 
Activity Tips

  • Children's Island Adventure on Hara Island on Sunday 12:00-14:00. Free entry, island ferry ride is paid. Bring your own food. Merenkävijät connection boat operates to Hara Island from Ullanlinna pier, next to Café Ursula (Ehrenströmintie 3). Round trip adults 9 €, children (7-17 years) and seniors 6 €, under 7 years free. 

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