Come and join us for the top-secret Black Moon Halloween Party and meet a real-life dragon. The authors of the Musta Kuu (Black Moon) book series (Lasten keskus 2021–) writer Reetta Niemelä and picture book author Katri Kirkkopelto – will attend the event. The dragon will be brought to life by puppeteer Alma Rajala. WORKSHOPS TROLL “I’d organise a party for the trolls. We’d have a good time together as friends, and I wouldn’t have to be afraid of them any more!” In this workshop, you get to make trolls out of collage materials cut from magazines. You glue the trolls onto magic paper, where they are safe and cannot break free. Once you feel comfortable enough to take a closer look at the troll, you may discover that maybe all it really needs is some attention and a kind, gentle approach. The workshop is based on Satu Kettunen’s picture book Mörköjuhlat (Monster Party, Tammi 2019). MONSTER In this workshop, participants will craft various terrifying masks under the guidance of Pinja Meretoja. You can draw inspiration from Meretoja’s newly published picture book, *Monsterit vapaalla* ("Monsters on the Loose"), which features a classic cast of monsters—the Mummy, Dracula, the Werewolf, the Yeti, Frankenstein, a Ghost, a Zombie, and a Witch—or you can invent your own chilling character. The only limit is your imagination! Well-suited for ages 5–12. You are welcome to dress up according to the theme.
Halloween pumpkin carving competition at the Joensuu market square. The Joensuu Finnish-American Association is organizing the pumpkin carving competition for the sixth time with partners.
Want to find exciting reads for autumn evenings or Halloween? Our staff member Satu will recommend suitable horror books for children on actual Halloween day – spooky! The book recommendations are suitable for primary school-aged children and are just the right amount of scary. These recommendations are for anyone hungry for thrills and adventure.
Duo Living Room is a cosy space designed for intercultural families, where families can meet, share experiences, play and spend time together. Duo Living Room offers parents and children the chance to get to know one another, make friends and get peer support in a safe and familiar environment. The meetings involve relaxed socialising, children’s play and reading, as well as small activities led by volunteers. The atmosphere at the Duo Living Room is relaxed – you can join in whenever it suits you and stay for as long as you like!
Come on Oct 31, from 12:30-2 PM, to the workshop to craft and colour some wonderfully spooky masks! If you like slightly scary stories, you can dress up as a character from a children's horror book, like Frankenstein, a werewolf, a bat, a witch, a mummy, a skeleton, or a pumpkin lantern. Our mascot, Neva the lynx, will be enthusiastically joining in. Vantaan kaupunginkirjasto's Workshop activities will be starting at Jumbon kirjasto during autumn 2026. These activity sessions, aimed at primary school children, introduce different literacy skills and new hobbies through fun, shared activities.
Welcome to Maunula Youth Centre to spend a fun Saturday with us! We are open on Saturdays 5 September, 31 October and 28 November. 15:00–17:15 for grades 3–6 18:00–22:30 for grades 7–18 years On Youth House Saturdays, you can play on gaming PCs and consoles, as well as enjoy a variety of board games. We also like to relax and watch films together, following the age ratings K7 and K12. You can also have a say in what we do on Youth House Saturdays. Come and join us!
Maunulan nuorisotalo, Maunula-talo, Metsäpurontie 4 · Helsinki
Nuorisoseurat and Maunula Youth Centre are organising a Halloween disco for youngsters in grades 3–6 at Metsäpuro Hall on Saturday, 31 October, from 3 pm to 5 pm. There will be Halloween-themed games, disco dancing and competitions at Metsäpuro Hall! A prize will be awarded for the most original Halloween costume! You can also make your own Halloween mask in the lobby of Maunula House. And strange things will be happening in the youth centre’s premises, too … The Halloween disco is free of charge. Nuorisoseurat will also run a café at Månsas Deli during the event. The event is substance-free.
Maunulan nuorisotalo, Maunula-talo, Metsäpurontie 4 · Helsinki
This year, the Horror for Kids evening is wonderfully spooky, as the dark winter and gloomy season bring out the most amazing creatures! Not only will Stoa's own gentle dragon return, but also many strange beings from the creature kingdom. Come bravely as yourself or transformed in honor of All Saints' Day! You can also get help with your transformation at Stoa's numerous workshops. See the detailed event program on Stoa's website.
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Turunlinnantie 1 · Helsinki
ERÄVIIKINGIT MEN'S HOME GAMES 2026-2027. EräViikingit's F-league men's series home games for the 2026-2027 season will be played at Mosahalli, with a game on November 7th against Lo...
What happens at the library after the doors close and the lights go out? Come find out! Welcome to the “Evening at the Tapiola Library” event. Here’s what’s in store... Fun group activities A quiet space for reading or other personal pursuits An evening snack Exploring the library after closing time Please register for the event in advance through the staff. There is room for 20 registered participants.
Tapiolan kirjasto, Espoon kulttuurikeskus, Kulttuuriaukio 2 · Espoo
This Halloween Pointti will be holding a Halloween Party between 19:00 and 22:00. There will be a Halloween themed escape room, competitions, and other fun activities. Snacks and drinks will also be provided. The Halloween Party is intended for young people aged between the ages of 12 and 17, and is alcohol and drug free. The event is organised in cooperation with Espoo City’s Youth Services, and Espoo City Libraries. Entry is free, and only those who have a Nuori Espoo membership will be permitted to enter. The Nuori Espoo membership card is free and is available to all of those that visit Espoo’s youth centres. More information about the membership card can be found from https://www.espoo.fi/fi/nuoret/nuori-espoo-jasenkortti or you can apply for a card from https://nuoriespoojasenkortti.espoo.fi/hae
Töpinät are activities where children and parents move together. There is many different equipment to use. The equipment may vary depending on the location. The parents and children can move without guidance. Wear clothes suitable for indoor exercise. An adult must always accompany the child. This way, the whole family can have fun safely. The organizers of Töpinät are not responsible for supervising the children. You don’t need to register for the Töpinät activities and they are free of charge. Please join in only if you are healthy. Changes are possible.
Mankkaan koulun liikuntasali, Mankkaansuo 8 · Espoo
Come and do trick gymnastics at Leinola School! The event has a voluntary entrance fee, which will be donated to the Joulupuu fundraiser. The event will be held at the Leinola School Parents' Association cafeteria.
Children and parents sport around Töpinät together, and a variety of different equipments are available. The equipment may vary depending on the location and the sports takes place without supervision. Wear suitable clothing for indoor activities. A child must always be accompanied by an adult. This way, the whole family can enjoy some fun and safe playtime together. You don't need to sign up for the activities. Participation is free of charge. ATTENTION! The organisers of the Töpinät activities are not responsible for supervising the children. Changes possible.
Töpinät are activities where children and parents move together. There is many different equipment to use. The equipment may vary depending on the location. The parents and children can move without guidance. Wear clothes suitable for indoor exercise. An adult must always accompany the child. This way, the whole family can have fun safely. The organizers of Töpinät are not responsible for supervising the children. You don’t need to register for the Töpinät activities. Please join in only if you are healthy. Changes are possible.
At Töpinät, children and parents are active together, with a wide variety of equipment available for use. The equipment may vary depending on the location, and activities take place without supervision or instruction. Please wear clothing suitable for indoor physical activity. A child must always be accompanied by an adult. This allows the whole family to enjoy fun and safe play and physical activity together. No registration is required for Töpinät. Participation is free of charge. NOTE! The organizers of Töpinät and Water Töpinät are not responsible for supervising children. Please participate only when healthy. Changes may occur. Family Töpinät: at Rastaala School (Kalasääksenkatu 4, 02620 Espoo) We recommend arriving via Rastaalantie 6, 02620 Espoo. The entrance to the gymnasium is located at the rear of the building. Access is via the stairs on the right-hand side of the building. There is a phone number posted on the door. By calling the number, we will come and open the door. The door will remain locked during the Töpinät session.
Töpinät are activities where children and parents move together. There is many different equipment to use. The equipment may vary depending on the location. The parents and children can move without guidance. Wear clothes suitable for indoor exercise. An adult must always accompany the child. This way, the whole family can have fun safely. The organizers of Töpinät are not responsible for supervising the children. You don’t need to register for the Töpinät activities. Please join in only if you are healthy. Changes are possible.
Järvenperän koulun liikuntasali, Auroranmäki 1 · Espoo
Töpinät are activities where children and parents move together. There is many different equipment to use. The equipment may vary depending on the location. The parents and children can move without guidance. Wear clothes suitable for indoor exercise. An adult must always accompany the child. This way, the whole family can have fun safely. The organizers of Töpinät are not responsible for supervising the children. You don’t need to register for the Töpinät activities. Please join in only if you are healthy. Changes are possible.
Matinlahden koulu, Koulun liikuntasali, Aapelinkatu 2-4 · Espoo
Töpinät are activities where children and parents move together. There is many different equipment to use. The equipment may vary depending on the location. The parents and children can move without guidance. Wear clothes suitable for indoor exercise. An adult must always accompany the child. This way, the whole family can have fun safely. The organizers of Töpinät are not responsible for supervising the children. You don’t need to register for the Töpinät activities. Please join in only if you are healthy. Changes are possible.
Welcome to meet reading dog Cindy at the library. If you want to practice reading, Cindy is happy to listen and never barks or judges. Cindy also loves cuddles and scratches!
In Kerava, we collect litter together once a month. This also stops litter from ending up in natural waters like the Baltic Sea. Come and do your bit for nature!
Children's concert & Autumn Frolics for the Whole Family
At Uva, there's a warm and activity-filled afternoon for the whole family. This autumn's frolics will feature wonderful music by nationally awarded soloist Henna Kähkönen.
🗓 1.11.2026 ⏰ 2 pm – 6 pm 📌 Oodi Central Library - Töölönlahdenkatu 4, Helsinki, Children's section (3rd floor) - 🎟️ All activities have free access 🧡 All ages 💬 English, Spanish, Finnish, Swedish ♿ Accessible space 💡 Check out the full program at ninho.fi 🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️ 🧡 Welcome to the 5th edition of Día de Muertos-Family Day at Oodi and explore this Mexican and Central-American tradition, recognized by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Finland in 2023 as Intangible Cultural Heritage and part of UNESCO's intangible world heritage since 2008. During this ancestral festivity, typically celebrated between November 1st and 2nd, families set up spectacular Altars in memory of their loved ones, who have passed away. It’s a special day to honor them, while surrounded by family and friends. Join us at Oodi to celebrate this community event, colorful, vibrant and traditional Day of the Dead with activities for the entire family. 👇🏾 Check out the full program! 🧡 2-4 pm Loved Stories I Multilingual Storytelling Sessions 2 pm: Storytelling in Swedish by Camilla Cedercreutz-Bäck (FI) 3 pm: Storytelling in Finnish by Camilla Cedercreutz-Bäck (FI) 4 pm: Storytelling in Spanish by Abraham Cano Alarcón (MX) 🧸 +4 with an adult, younger siblings are welcome 📌 Main Carpet area 🧡2-5pm Make your own Day of Dead Altar | Arts & Crafts Non-Stop Workshop by Mariana Núñez Sánchez (MX). Everyone is welcome to either build their own ofrenda/altar with the collage pieces that will be given or mix collage and drawing to create a more unique and personal Altar. 🧸 +2 with an adult 💬 Spanish, English 📌 Loft (Purple tables) 🧡️ 2-5pm "Calaveritas" I Non-Stop Face Painting led by Alicia Sevilla (MX) & Núria Rovira Martí (Catalonia) This activity will transform children into colorful little skulls to share a joyful memory. Come and be part of this commemoration! 🧸 +2 with an adult 💬 Spanish, English 📌 Children's Area 🧡️ 2-5pm Altar for all souls - Community Art Installation Let‘s come together to remember our family members, friends, pets… who are no longer with us, in this beautiful collective offering. 🧸 +2 with an adult 💬 Spanish, English 📌 Trees area 🧡️ 2-5pm Interactive Digital Art Installation 'Papel Picado' by Julle Gröhn (MX) Nite Labs Ltd @nitelabs. A 3D homage to the vibrant tradition of Día de Muertos. Inspired by papel picado, this animation celebrates the delicate dance between life, death, and memory through color, light, and motion. 🧸 All ages 📌 Events room 🧡️5-6pm Remembranza I Dance and Music Performance by dancer Paola Elean (MX), double bassist Grisell MacDonel (MX) and cellist Victoria Sofía (MX). Music and movement come together to inhabit and reimagine this profound celebration. 🧸 All ages 📌 Main Stage 🧡Invite your friends and family members to remember together. See you there! This is a Kulttuurikeskus Ninho production in cooperation with Oodi Central Library and Nite Labs Ltd. With the support of @helsinkicity @taikegram @kulturfonden #DayoftheDead #DiadeMuertos #EventsinHelsinki #OodiLibrary #OodiTapahtuu #Oodissa #OodiKirjasto #IlmaisetTapahtumat #storytelling #askartelu
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki
Come and do trick gymnastics with the whole family at Lentävänniemi School! The event has a voluntary entrance fee, which will be donated to the Joulupuu fundraiser.
This is a church moment for the littlest ones in the family, where we'll be bouncing babies on our knees to baby music group songs and children's hymns.
We start with a short church moment for all ages. The program also includes free play, crafts, games, time together, and a free afternoon brunch. Alongside the family program there's a separate program for adults.
During Game Week, there's lots happening in the children's and youth section of Itäkeskus library! MONDAY 2.11. 1-2 PM: Minecraft exhibition opening. You can contribute to the Minecraft screenshot exhibition in the library's game room throughout October. Instructions are available in the game room. Game Week kicks off with the exhibition opening, featuring screenshots created by players. TUESDAY 3.11. 2-3 PM: Game Week Kahoot! bonanza. We'll play video game-themed Kahoot! quizzes. You'll need a device to participate; you can also borrow one from the library. FRIDAY 6.11. 1-3 PM: Pokémon afternoon. We'll play Pokémon Go and do Pokémon-themed crafts.
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Turunlinnantie 1 · Helsinki
The beloved Winnie the Pooh character is celebrating his 100th birthday this year – come join us for bear-y special celebrations with the whole family! The programme includes Winnie the Pooh story time, crafts, a BeeBot station, honey pot fishing, bee orienteering, and juice and biscuits.
Malminkartanon kirjasto, Puustellintie 6 · Helsinki
Come to a nature reading circle where you can dive into the world of nature-themed books, read together, tell stories, and do creative nature activities!
Welcome to Games Week at the library's Vox youth space! Vox is open weekdays 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM and weekends 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM. Come solve the mystery of the Librarian's Treasure with your friends! You can get the escape room game materials from Vox staff. One group can play at a time. The recommended group size is 2-4 players. Playing the game requires Finnish reading skills.