What to do with the kids?

Sun 25 Oct, 11:30

Glims Workshop: Bat Rockets

Glims' workshop focuses on different themes! The workshop is suitable for everybody. Come and enjoy some crafts together at the museum. Make a flying bat “rocket” from cardboard, paper, and a straw. The bat takes off when you blow into the straw.

Talomuseo Glims, Glimsintie 1 · Espoo

Sun 25 Oct, 12:00

KaikkienGarage event at NopeeGarage

Welcome to spend a Super Sunday together at NopeeGarage! This event is open to everyone. Come and see what goes on at NopeeGarage on weekdays. There's a café and Soppasankari's soup available at the event.

NopeeGarage - lasten ja nuorten toimintapaja ja kulttuuriverstas, Hiekkamäentie 25 a7 · Sipoo

Sun 25 Oct, 13:00

VocalEspoo: Can't Sleep! – Children's Concert

The bear cub just doesn't want to fall asleep, even though trees, birds, hares, bears, and a lynx take turns trying to lull him into hibernation. Children's musician and actor Isa-Eerika Lehto, familiar from television, pilots children and their families through a dramatized performance where classical choir music echoes through an enchanted fairytale forest in a way that inspires and engages children. Chamber Choir Värinä creates the fascinating soundscape of the performance and lives along in every moment. Can't Sleep! is suitable for children from babies to the early grades of primary school. The performance is experienced without shoes. We kindly ask the audience to arrive about ten minutes before the performance. Unfortunately, latecomers cannot be admitted. Can't Sleep! is a revival of Chamber Choir Värinä's sold-out performances from 2022. Performers: Isa-Eerika Lehto, children's musician, actor Chamber Choir Värinä Noora Hirn, conductor Program (excerpts): Bo Holten (1948–): Fyrsti snjór Erik Bergman (1911–2006): Vier Galgenlieder – 1. Das Grosse Lalula & 2. Tapetenblume Einojuhani Rautavaara (1928–2016): Lähtö Jan Sandström (1954–): Biegga luohte Folke Rabe (1935–2017): Rondes Laura Jēkabsone (b.1985): Father Thunder Heino Kaski (1885-1957): Kesäyö Duration: Approx. 35 minutes, no intermission. Language: Finnish The is part of VocalEspoo festival.

Vindängensali / Vindängen, Tuulikuja 6 · Espoo

Sun 25 Oct, 14:00

Bulan Bahasa 2026 — Indonesian Language Month

Indonesian Voices in the North Let’s celebrate the richness of Indonesian language, literature, and culture together! Diaspora Indonesia Finlandia & Estonia (DIFE) and our partners warmly invite everyone to join: 📅 Sunday, 25 October 2026 🕑 14:00–17:00 EEST 📍 Lippulaiva Library, Espoo Espoonlahdenkatu 8, 02320 Espoo Programme Poetry Reading & Storytelling Batik Fashion Show Competition Arts & Cultural Performances Indonesian Voices: Writers in Finland & Estonia Indonesian Book Corner Bingo Game with Prizes Free entry!

Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoonlahdenkatu 8 · Espoo

Sun 25 Oct, 15:00

Willman Dance Company: Power Animal

Power Animal (Voimaeläin) is an interactive dance-theatre performance that gets children involved. In the show, the characters Kaisla, Kiira and Tuisku go on an adventure, reading fables to one another.

Lastenkulttuurikeskus Färi, Kupittaankatu 2 · Turku

Sun 25 Oct, 15:00

Vietnamese reading and music club for children

Come and enjoy children’s books and songs in Vietnamese with your kids. The events take place on: 23 August, 27 September, 25 October, 22 November and 13 December. #helloespoo

Ison Omenan kirjasto, Suomenlahdentie 1 · Espoo

Sun 25 Oct, 15:00

Pikkupyhä Devotional Moment

A devotional moment called Pikkupyhä is held in the Children's Cathedral. Come and join us to hear the day's Bible story, sing, and play.

Finlaysonin kirkko · Tampere

Sun 25 Oct, 15:00

Catz - Kouvot game

Owner-customer game of Kaakkois-Suomen Osuuspankki.

Lappeerannan urheilutalo, Pohjolankatu 29 · Lappeenranta

Sun 25 Oct, 15:00

Spooky Party

The ghosts of the old mansion are preparing for a birthday party: the eccentric Count Konrad Kullervo von Knackenhaus turns 550 at midnight, and little ghost Hugo and his friends are busily planning a surprise. But will their plans be ruined when an uninvited guest – the cake thief Sulo Sacher – shows up?

Teatteri Hevosenkenkä, Teatterin päärakennus, Juhannusmäki 2 · Espoo

Sun 25 Oct, 16:00

Service in English

Warmly welcome to celebrate the Service with us in Aurelia! Turku International Congregation has a service every Sunday at 4 pm. After the service, you are warmly welcome to stay with us for coffee and tea. More information about each service will be provided here during the week before the service. On the last Sunday of each month, we will have the Mass of Trust. The services will take place in Aurelia (Aurakatu 18).

Sun 25 Oct, 16:00

Muskari Church Service at Henrikinkirkko

At this muskari-style service, there's singing, playing and making music — a joint muskari service for families and children at Henrikinkirkko, in kid-friendly language. The muskari service alternates between parts of a regular service and muskari songs and children's hymns. Come along!

Henrikinkirkko · Turku

Sun 25 Oct, 17:00

Community meal

The Kipinä community invites you to eat together! Christians have always considered fellowship over meals important, and indeed it is: a shared meal nourishes the entire being of God's child, not just the body. So come and eat together. Food that children will enjoy is available in Tuira Church's parish hall from 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM, and with a full stomach, it's good to continue to the evening mass, which starts in the church hall at 6:00 PM. Everyone is welcome to eat together - we especially invite families with children!

Tuiran kirkko · Oulu

Sun 25 Oct, 18:00

Lähde – Worship Service

Come and rest and be refreshed in God’s presence. Lähde is a warm and welcoming worship service for all ages, with worship, prayer, teaching and Holy Communion. Interpretation is available in several languages. There is a programme for children and a light evening meal after the service. Tule levähtämään, kohtaaman muita ja virkistymään Jumalan läsnäolossa. Lähde-messu on lämminhenkinen ja elävä messu kaikenikäisille – sinulle, joka kaipaat yhteyttä, rukousta tai tilaa hengellisille kysymyksille. Messu rakentuu musiikista, ylistyksestä, Raamatun sanasta, opetuksesta, rukouksesta ja ehtoollisesta. Musiikista vastaa Täydellinen sovitus. Lapsille on messun aikana omaa ohjelmaa ja messun jälkeen voit jäädä rukouspalveluun tai istahtaa yhteiselle iltapalalle. Messu on suomeksi, käännös mahdollinen useille kielille älypuhelimella. Ota kuulokkeet mukaan. Come to rest, connect with others and be refreshed in God’s presence. Lähde is a warm and welcoming church service for all ages, with worship, music, Bible teaching, prayer and Holy Communion. There is a separate programme for children, and after the service you are welcome to stay for prayer ministry and a shared evening meal. The service is in Finnish, with interpretation available in several languages via smartphone. Please bring your own headphones. A place to rest, belong and encounter God - You are welcome!

Tikkurilan kirkko · Vantaa

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Eskoon parish hall day club

This day club is for children aged 2-5. Pre-registration is required. You can inquire about open spots from the children's leaders throughout the operating season. Clubs start on week 33 and end on week 50. The leaders are the parish's early childhood education children's leaders.

Eskoon seurakuntakoti · Seinäjoki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Skappeli Monday – Families' Living Room and Muskari

Skappeli is a warm meeting place for families on the 2nd floor of Skanssi – come spend time, relax, and participate in free activities whenever it suits you! We offer diverse and guided activities for families, organized by trained children's instructors. On Mondays, Skappeli hosts a muskari session at 10:30 AM, which families can easily join with their children. All our activities are open and free of charge – you can come whenever it suits you, without registration. The space can accommodate about 40 people at a time. You can bring your own snacks and treats for the children. We offer coffee, tea, and juice. Welcome!

Skanssin Skappeli, Skanssinkatu 10 · Turku

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Open Family Morning

Welcome to meet other families with small children from the area for play and guided activities. Viikkari's red hall is available for families from 9-11:30 AM. There will be changing guided and self-directed activities at 10:00 AM or 10:30 AM.

Leikkipuisto Viikkari, Laivuri Petterin kuja 3 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Family Club Niemistö

The family club is a meeting place for children and their loved ones. It's a place where a parent, grandparent, or caregiver can participate together with a child or children. The family club is free of charge, and no registration is needed. Coffee, tea, and juice are available. You can also bring your own snacks. The session leaders are children's instructors from the parish's early childhood education. The clubs start in week 33 and end in week 50.

Niemistön seurakuntakoti · Seinäjoki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Family Morning at Isoneva

Welcome to play and meet other families with children in the area at Isoneva leikkipuisto's Family Morning! During the Family Morning, we'll play, sing, and create art with changing themes. In the leikkipuisto, children will find playmates, and parents will have the opportunity to meet other families with children. We have facilities suitable for childcare and eating. We also plan our activities according to families' wishes and ideas – please tell your wishes to a staff member.

Leikkipuisto Isoneva, Isonnevantie 16a · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Family Club Kertunlaakso

The family club is a meeting place for children and their loved ones, where a parent, grandparent, or caregiver can participate together with a child or children. The family club is free of charge, and no registration is needed. Coffee, tea, and juice are available. You can also bring your own snacks. The session leaders are children's instructors from the parish's early childhood education. The clubs start in week 33 and end in week 50.

Kertunlaakson seurakuntakoti · Seinäjoki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Kultavuori day club

This day club is designed for children aged 2-5. Pre-registration is required. You can inquire about open spots from the children's leaders throughout the operating season. Clubs start on week 33 and end on week 50. The leaders are early childhood education children's leaders.

Kultavuoren seurakuntakoti · Seinäjoki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Hintta family club

Welcome to start your week at the family club! The Hintta family club meets every Monday in Hintta's cozy attic for fun games and good company. Morning coffee and a small snack are provided. You can come to the family club according to your own schedule, and no registration is needed. Family activity leaders Eini and Päivi will be there with you.

Hintan seurakuntatalo · Oulu

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

TODAY WE PLAY! at perhetalo Sahrami

Self-directed play for the whole family, for all ages. In the 'Today We Play!' session, children and adults can immerse themselves in the world of play and imagination. Adults and children together build inviting play environments: a shop, a harbor, a home play area, animal nests, and much more. Children will find playmates, and while they play, parents can get to know other families with children. Children and parents can participate in planning and implementing activities with the session leaders. There's a possibility to warm up your own food and make coffee/tea. The family house also has suitable facilities for changing diapers. Address: Haukilahdenkuja 3. We use the premises in cooperation with päiväkoti Viola; the family house has its own entrance. Note! Prams can be left in the fenced area under a canopy in the inner courtyard (shared with päiväkoti Viola). We are open Mon-Fri from 9 AM to 4 PM. You can always come to play and enjoy yourself according to your own schedule.

Perhetalo Sahrami, Haukilahdenkuja 3 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:00

Family Day in Ilola

Family clubs offer shared activities for adults and children. Welcome to the Family Day! You can come to the club whenever you want, no registration is needed. Breakfast is served at the Family Day for 3€ per family.

Ilolan seurakuntatalo · Vantaa

Mon 26 Oct, 09:15

Dance and play – Workshop for children aged 1.5–3, and their adults (FI/ENG)

Welcome to the world of dance and play in Caisa on Mondays at 9:15 and 10:15! Workshops on Mondays, 14 September–7 December Workshop 1: 9:15–10:00. Workshop 2: 10:15–11:00 We will not be holding workshops on Monday, 12 October, during the autumn holiday week and on 2nd November. The dance and play workshops introduce children to the world of dance through movement, music and play. The workshop is aimed at toddlers aged 1–3 and their adults. Participating toddlers should be already able to walk. Suitable for participants with varied ableness, including those with special needs. Older siblings are welcome to join. In the workshop, children play, communicate and express themselves through movement and dance. Movement acts as a common language for everyone. The workshops are designed to take into account the individual needs of the participants as part of a social group situation. The goal is to develop social relationships with their peers, and to find new ways of interacting with their own adult. The positive experiences created in a safe and friendly atmosphere help participants learn new skills. The workshop is directed by Vera Lapitskaya, dance artist and inclusive dance instructor. Language of instruction: Finnish (English, Russian, Spanish if necessary) Participation: The workshop is free of charge. You can participate in the workshop whenever it suits you: each time, or just sometimes. Choose a time that suits you and please arrive on time. No pre-registration necessary; places will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The first 12 children with an adult may join. Questions and inquiries: teemu.savikurki@hel.fi

Caisa, Kaikukatu 4, Helsinki · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:30

Rytmis music session at Lakeuden Ristin kappeli

In Rytmis, we sing and make music, and it's meant for children together with their own adult. Rytmis is a shared music moment for children and adults. We sing and make music. Rytmis lasts about 30 minutes and is free of charge. Older siblings are also welcome to join. The session leaders are children's instructors from the parish's early childhood education. Activities start in week 33 and end in week 50.

Lakeuden Risti · Seinäjoki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:30

Open Family Club Session at Maarian rectory stable

The open family club session at Maarian rectory stable is on Mondays from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. These family club sessions are open to all families with children, and children attend with their own adult. The program includes free play, a music moment, and light refreshments. You can bring small snacks and indoor slippers to the club. Welcome!

Maarian pappilan talli · Turku

Mon 26 Oct, 09:30

Obstacle Course for Little Ones at Torpparinmäen playground!

Everyone is welcome at the playground! On Mondays, there's an obstacle course for little ones at the Torppis park. Come move, play, and meet others!

Leikkipuisto Torpparinmäki, Käräjätuvantie 3 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 09:30

Playmates - Hurttivuoren parish hall

Playmates at Hurttivuori on Mondays from 9:30 AM to 11:15 AM (Punatulkunkatu 1). We play, have coffee, and chat. Playmates operates with volunteers. For more information, contact Janita (janita.palmu@gmail.com). You can join the WhatsApp group through Janita if you wish. In June, there are still club sessions on June 8th and June 15th. After the summer break, autumn club activities: August 17th, 2026 - December 14th, 2026.

Hurttivuoren seurakuntakoti · Turku

Mon 26 Oct, 09:30

Family Café at Kivistön church

You can come and go as you please at the family café. At Kivistön church, the family café is open on Mondays from 9:30 AM to 11 AM. It's a meeting place where you don't need to register in advance. There's a program for both children and adults. Parents, grandparents, and family daycare providers are welcome with children. The session leaders are Satu Karonen and Satu Vähäkotamäki. The family café will be closed on Monday, October 12th, during the autumn holiday week.

Kivistön kirkko · Vantaa

Mon 26 Oct, 09:45

Open Storytime

Welcome to listen to morning stories open to all in the multifunctional room of Saunalahti Library. The morning story times are at 9.45 on Mondays on 28.9., 26.10. and 30.11 The story time is in finnish.

Saunalahden kirjasto, Brinkinmäentie 1 · Espoo

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Baby Meet-up

All baby families are welcome to the playground's baby meet-up! At the baby meet-up, babies who are still lying down or crawling can participate with a parent in playing, moving, exploring, and expressing themselves through music, movement, crafts, and story times. Parents have the opportunity to meet other families with children, and children get playmates. Parents and children can participate in planning and implementing activities together with the session leaders. There's a possibility to warm up your own food and make coffee/tea.

Leikkipuisto Kiikku, Kiikku 6 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Kulttuurikoto – A Creative Family Cafe supporting integration

Kulttuurikoto is an open creative family cafe organised at the Children’s Cultural Centres for migrant families with children.

Lastenkulttuurikeskus Pessi, Vernissakatu 4 · Vantaa

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Moving Joyfully

Anything is possible when children and parents get to move around in the playground yard. Children will find playmates, and parents can meet other families with children. You can warm up and eat your own food indoors.

Leikkipuisto Kannelmäki, Kanneltie 1a · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Today We Meet -café

The 'Today We Meet' café is a meeting place for cultures for all baby and child families. Enjoy relaxed get-togethers, with children and adults together for activities, getting to know each other, and sharing stories. In guided sessions, children learn language in a fun and diverse way through fairy tales, songs, and rhymes. Adults have the opportunity to practice their Finnish language skills. The activity is free of charge. Coffee/tea and healthy small snacks are available.

Leikkipuisto Iso-Antti, Valkovuokonpolku 20 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Yard Activities

You can always come to the playground yard to play! Join us for shared activities for children and their own adult, with changing themes, in the park's yard area for all ages on Mondays from 10 AM to 11 AM. Come help us develop play ideas together with the session leaders. Children will find playmates, and parents can meet other families with children during play. There's a possibility to warm up your own food and make coffee/tea.

Leikkipuisto Strömberg, Strömberginpolku 5 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Family Morning

Togetherness, play, movement, rhymes, and music for all ages.

Leikkipuisto Lehdokki, Kasöörinkatu 3 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Toddler Morning

Togetherness and guided play, movement, rhymes, art, or music for over 1-year-olds, either in the playground yard or indoors. More detailed information about the day's session can be found in the weekly program on Leikkipuisto Seppä's Instagram page and on the playground's notice board.

Leikkipuisto Seppä, Sepänkatu 2 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Little Squirrel's Hide-and-Seek

Search for Little Squirrel's hidden treasures with your child in the playground yard.

Leikkipuisto Kesanto, Kesantotie 13 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Self-directed Outdoor and Movement Games

Self-directed outdoor and movement games with changing themes. Activities are aimed to be held outdoors. In bad weather, activities will be held in Rospuuttohalli.

Leikkipuisto Maasälpä, Maasälväntie 3a · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Baby Pit Stop

A meeting place for families with babies. Coffee and small snacks are available. At the Baby Pit Stop, you have the chance to meet others in a similar life situation, chat, ask questions, and relax. There's a music group (muskari) about once a month at the Pit Stop. You are warmly welcome with a child aged 0-18 months.

Suikkilan seurakuntakoti · Turku