What to do with the kids?

Fri 23 Oct, 10:30

Taaperoiden sali

Tule liikkumaan, temppuilemaan ja touhuamaan liikuntasaliin!

Leikkipuisto Tuorinniemi, Agnetankuja 4 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 10:30

Laulu-Lohis club

At Laulu-Lohis, we'll sing and rhyme familiar children's songs together, with changing themes.

Leikkipuisto Lohikäärmepuisto, Lohikäärmeenpolku 3 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 12:00

Sound Bowl Relaxation

Welcome to sound bowl relaxation! Allow yourself a moment to calm down. The sound of the bowls will guide you into a gentle state of relaxation. The relaxation session is held in Vaahterasali, and exercise mats are provided by the house. You only need to bring comfortable clothes.

Stadin yhteisötalo Saunabaari, Metsäpurontie 25 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 12:00

Likellä Workshop / Myyrmäki at 12.00, Culture Kids

Date and time: Friday 23.10.2026 at 12.00 Myyrmäki Maternity and Child Health Centre. (The event will also be held at the following times: (F

Myyrmäen neuvola, Rajatorpantie 8 B (2. kerros) · Vantaa

Fri 23 Oct, 12:00

Weaving Kiosk

Welcome to the Weaving Kiosk! Come and try weaving on a loom – whether you have previous experience or not! Weaving is a craft that connects cultures and people worldwide. The Weaving Kiosk is an open and temporary public space where weaving tools and materials are readily available. You can stay as long as you like and enjoy the joy of creating with your hands. Looms are available for everyone on a first-come, first-served basis. Location: Vuosaari Library's youth space, Naava. Dates: Fri 23.10. from 12 PM to 5 PM, Sat 24.10. from 11 AM to 4 PM, Fri 20.11. from 12 PM to 5 PM, Sat 21.11. from 11 AM to 4 PM, Fri 4.12. from 12 PM to 5 PM, Sat 5.12. from 11 AM to 4 PM. More information: https://rosatolnovclausen.com/Weaving-Kiosk. The Weaving Kiosk is a project by Danish textile artist Rosa Tolnov Clausen, who lives in Finland, and has toured various parts of the world to explore weaving spaces and the future of weaving. Free entry.

Vuosaaren kirjasto, Mosaiikkitori 2 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 13:00

Schoolchildren's Game Fridays at Kallion kirjasto

Welcome to play Nintendo Switch in the children's section, Satulinna, together with library staff! Free entry, no advance registration. Note! Game Friday will exceptionally not be held on Fri 30.10.2026. * Kallion kirjasto Viides linja 11 09 310 85053

Kallion kirjasto, Viides linja 11 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 13:00

Likellä Workshop / Myyrmäki at 13.00, Culture Kids

Date and time: Friday 23.10.2026 at 13.00 Myyrmäki Maternity and Child Health Centre. (The event will also be held at the following times: (F

Myyrmäen neuvola, Rajatorpantie 8 B (2. kerros) · Vantaa

Fri 23 Oct, 13:00

Best Friday

Once a month on Fridays, there's guided activities and treats! Expect board games, crafts, and more. You can bring a small amount of sweets, biscuits, or other treats with you.

Oulunkylän kirjasto, Kylänvanhimmantie 27 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 13:30

Baby Meet-up at perhetalo Sahrami

All families with babies are welcome to the family house's baby meet-ups! At these meet-ups, babies who are still lying down or crawling can, together with a parent, participate in playing, moving, exploring, and expressing themselves through music, movement, crafts, and story times, among other activities. Children will find playmates, and while they play, parents can get to know other families with babies. Children and parents can participate in planning and implementing activities with the session leaders. More detailed information, schedules, and program descriptions are available on the family house's own Instagram and Facebook pages. 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).

Perhetalo Sahrami, Haukilahdenkuja 3 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 13:30

Riimi open sports club

Riimi open sports club on Fridays from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Welcome to join. The Riimi open sports club offers diverse play and movement on Fridays from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM for preschool-aged children with their guardians. The sports club is led by an early childhood education teacher from the City of Turku and a children's instructor from Maarian parish. The activity is open and free of charge. Welcome to play and move together with other families. The sports club meets in Riimi's Kaleva-sali (entrance from door E3).

Riimi · Turku

Fri 23 Oct, 14:00

Lego Workshop

The only limit is your imagination! Come and build with Museum Leikki’s wide selection of Lego bricks. Duplo bricks are also available for children under 3. Museum Leikki, Espoo 9.10.-18.12.2026 (except 16.10.) Fridays 14.00-16.00 Admission fee 0-15€

Museo Leikki, Ahertajantie 3 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 14:00

Schoolchildren's afternoon activities

Welcome to our afternoon activities for primary school-aged children at Kalasataman kirjasto! We'll do crafts, play games, and other fun things based on what you want to do. You can come for the whole time or just drop in as your schedule allows. The library staff will be leading the activities.

Kalasataman kirjasto, Hermannin rantatie 5 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 14:00

Kino Jätkäsaari cinema

Welcome to the movies! The movie is chosen by vote from films requested by children. The movies have age recommendations of S or K7. The youngest children can participate under the supervision of their own adult. The movies are shown in Finnish, and the subtitle language is chosen according to the children's wishes.

Jätkäsaaren kirjasto, Tyynenmerenkatu 1 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 14:00

The English Club

Description in Finnish

We read books, play games and have simple conversations, all in English of course! ​ The club is meant for kids aged 7-12. Welcome!​

Laajasalon kirjasto, Yliskylän puistokatu 4 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 14:30

Craft Club

Hey school kid, come craft and create in the library's children's area. We'll craft together, inspired by the world of fairy tales and our own imagination. In addition, the workshop will feature fun art experiments, making jewelry, and scrapbooking cards. No registration is needed for the club, welcome!

Vuosaaren kirjasto, Mosaiikkitori 2 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 15:00

Open living room for 3rd-7th graders

An open living room for all 3rd-7th graders, Fridays from 3 PM to 6 PM, except during school holidays. Snacks, games, and free hanging out. No need to register in advance.

Hirvensalon seurakuntakeskus · Turku

Fri 23 Oct, 15:00

Gaming hobby group for Minecraft adventurers for 3.-6. graders

In the Minecraft gaming groups, you’ll jump into the untamed and unpredictable wilderness of Minecraft with nothing but fellow gamers to rely on and face all the challenges posed by the game together with others! Everyone is welcome to hobby groups regardless of their language skills, functional capacity or past hobbies. We want to support the child’s participation in the best possible way. When registering, please let us know about the child’s support needs or other things that we need to take into account. This allows the hobby organiser to address children’s different needs. The Espoo Hobby Path offers popular, free-of-charge hobbies for children in grades 3–9, arranged after school days at school premises, near the school or via remote connection. The Espoo Hobby Path is a way of implementing the Finnish model for leisure activities in Espoo. The principles of a safer space are applied in the hobby groups.

Entressen kirjasto, Siltakatu 11 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 15:30

Schoolkids' Movie Friday at Koilliskeskuksen kirjasto

Films rated K7 (suitable for ages 7 and up) for schoolkids at Koilliskeskuksen kirjasto.

Koilliskeskuksen kirjasto, Liikekatu 3 · Tampere

Fri 23 Oct, 15:30

Tasty Snack hobby for 3rd-6th graders

Welcome to the Tasty Snack -hobby, we work together to prepare simple, fun and tasty snacks, treats and dishes. The menu includes fast and affordable To Go snacks, surprising flavour trends from around the world, guaranteed snack staples and recipes the participants want to prepare. Have you tried making your own bread? What about boba tea? Sambuus pastries? Come and learn and enjoy the treats you have created! Food allergies and special diets are taken into account in the group's activities. This hobby is organised in Finnish but you can take part in the group if you are a beginner in learning Finnish. You don't need registrate for this group, and there is 12 places in the group. You can ask more information from e-mail info@asadfriigym.fi.

Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoonlahdenkatu 8 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 16:00

Miun Animal Shelter café day

Come and enjoy some coffee and do some shopping to help animal welfare. While the café is open, you can also visit the Kotipesä side to meet animals looking for a home.

Itäinen Kanavatie 6 · Lappeenranta

Fri 23 Oct, 16:00

Youth evening

On Fridays from 4 PM to 7:30 PM, there's a youth evening at Messi. To enjoy this evening for older kids, you need to be in 7th grade or older. Expect good discussions, games, and activities based on your wishes.

Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoonlahdenkatu 8 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 16:00

3D-coaching in the Makerspace

Meet an English-speaking 3D Coach in the Makerspace at Iso Omena Library. Our volunteer coach is here to support you with 3D printing—not as a teacher or an expert, but as someone who explores, experiments, and learns alongside you. Whether you're curious, just getting started, or trying to solve a problem, you're warmly welcome to join!

Ison Omenan kirjasto, Suomenlahdentie 1 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 16:30

LGBTQIA+ Speedfriending Event

Would you like to find a new friend, acquaintance or even a bestie? Or do you simply want to practice meeting new people? On Friday, October 23, from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM, IrisHelsinki is hosting a speedfriending event designed for meeting new people in a LGBTQIA+ friendly and safer setting. We’ll start the evening with casual conversation over a cup of cocoa. At 5:00 PM, we’ll begin with a group introduction, followed by rounds where each participant chats with every other participant for a few minutes. After the rounds, there will be time for relaxed socializing and board games. The event is aimed at LGBTQAI+ youth aged 16–25; we respect everyone's right to self-definition. IrisHelsinki’s "safer space" principles apply to the event. Registration is open until Wednesday, October 22. Space is limited, so please sign up via this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/V19q10Bmrw The event is free of charge and will be held in Finnish. For more information, please contact: irishelsinki@hel.fi

IrisHelsinki, Konepajankuja 3, B-talo · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

Film Club K12

At the youth film club, we watch and talk about movies! The age limit for the club is 12 years. Due to the film age ratings, there is no flexibility on the age limit. Welcome to join once or for all sessions! Films to be watched: 25.9. Howl's Moving Castle (1h 59min) 23.10. On a Turtle's Shell (1h 51min) 20.11. The Lightning Thief (1h 58min) 18.12. Let it snow (1h 33min)

Tapanilan kirjasto, Hiidenkiventie 21 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

PICNIC 2026 Spring encounters

PICNIC is a series of weekly encounters in Spanish for families with young children. A community where you'll meet other Spanish-speaking families, play with your little ones and explore the Spanish children's literature collection at Helmet.

Sellon kirjasto, Leppävaarankatu 9 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

Connectoria – Uniting Cultures and Generations

At Connectoria, stories from different cultures are shared through changing themes. Connectoria gatheres once a month during the autumn at the Stage in Iso Omena Library. These events are known for their exceptionally warm atmosphere, where new connections and friendships are formed across cultural and age boundaries. 23 October Hope Lives Here Hope is more than wishing for a better tomorrow. It is found in the things we choose to build, the people we encourage, the opportunities we create, and the small steps we take even when the future is uncertain. We invite you to pause and reflect. What has kept you going? What are you dreaming of? What would you love to see change in your life and in the communities we share? This is a space for our stories, our ideas, our aspirations, and our belief that a better future is possible when we make room for one another. Hope is not just something we carry within us. It is something we can create together. 27 November, 18 December, Welcome to join us! #helloespoo

Ison Omenan kirjasto, Suomenlahdentie 1 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

Ukrainian Children's Theater

What is theater? A place for play and communication. There are no diaries where for each subject you get an assessment, because everyone is Excellent in the game. Here you can try, fantasize, show, experiment. We will only support freedom self-expression and prompting courage. So, if your child dreams to perform on stage, and you want to see him enthusiastic and with shining eyes - bring them to us! Your child will learn: speak in front of the public speak clearly and correctly not to be afraid of the stage express your thoughts out loud to be able to concentrate, show and manage emotions «use your head» for its intended purpose be active and gambling skillfully owns his body During autumn 2024 the theater opens for children 8 -16 y.o. every Friday 17.00-18.30, except on 18.10. Entresse library, Jukeboksi You can sign up for the studio and get information about the training program by e-mail tatiana.divosvit@gmail.com and mob. +358413179903 / volunteer

Entressen kirjasto, Siltakatu 11 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

BÖÖtania 2026 event

Botania Halloween

Heinäpurontie 70 · Joensuu

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

Children's Friday movie

On Fridays at 17:00 in the library's youth area Kulma, there is an open cinema screening for children and families. Bring your own drinks and snacks! On the first Friday of the month, we always show an age-appropriate film (S). On other Fridays, participants can choose a film from the S and K7 selection.

Tapiolan kirjasto, Espoon kulttuurikeskus, Kulttuuriaukio 2 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

PICNIC 2026 Spring encounters

PICNIC is a series of weekly encounters in Spanish for families with young children. A community where you'll meet other Spanish-speaking families, play with your little ones and explore the Spanish children's literature collection at Helmet.

Sellon kirjasto, Jaminurkka, Leppävaarankatu 9 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

Jumppalan Halloween disco party

Come and have fun at Jumppala's Halloween disco!

Emmauksenkuja 2 · Turku

Fri 23 Oct, 17:00

Russian-speaking children's music club

Children's music and theatre club sessions continue! From August 21st to December 18th, 2026, on Fridays at 5 PM in Sellon kirjasto's Akseli-sali. This Russian-speaking children's music club is for 5-9 year olds. Welcome!

Sellon kirjasto, Leppävaarankatu 9 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 17:30

Pessin perjantaipajat en

Perjantaisin 21.8., 11.9. ja 23.10. klo 17.30–19 Lastenkulttuurikeskus Pessissä, Vernissakatu 4, 01300 Vantaa (Tikkurila) Ikäsuositus: 2–12-vuotiaill

Lastenkulttuurikeskus Pessi, Vernissakatu 4 K-krs · Vantaa

Fri 23 Oct, 17:30

Cultural Chain - Paikka varattu – contemporary circus performance about sharing space

Paikka varattu – contemporary circus performance about sharing spaceFriday 23.10.2026 at 5:30 p.m., Kalajärvi Service Center (Kalajärvi Hall) What happens when two people try to sit on the same chair? Seat taken is playful and dynamic circus performance that explores interaction between two people about trust, disagreement, individuality and ambition – by circus means. Internationally awarded circus performers Katerina Repponen and Pasi Nousiainen bring breathtaking pair acrobatics, physical expression and humor to the stage. The struggle about sharing space becomes a metaphor for human interaction, making the show entertaining and empathetic. Katerina Repponen and Pasi Nousiainen is Finnish circus duo that have worked together since 2010. Kate and Pasi have captivated audiences around the world in over 25 countries, and their performances have been awarded at international circus festivals. Performance duration: 30 minutes. GROUP NAME: Kate & Pasi PERFORMANCE NAME: Seat taken www.kate-pasi.com Facebook Instagram -- Espoo City Culture Chain offers art and culture services to elderly people. Performances are also organised in libraries. Performances are organized in the fall, from September through November. The Cultural Chain brings an impressive 36 performances to libraries.Performances will be held at the largest event libraries as well as in Northern Espoo. All events are open to everyone and free of charge. Welcome to enjoy the culture!

Kalajärven kirjasto, Ruskaniitty 4 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 17:30

Cultural Chain - Paikka varattu – contemporary circus performance about sharing space

Paikka varattu – contemporary circus performance about sharing spaceFriday 23.10.2026 at 5:30 p.m., Kalajärvi Service Center (Kalajärvi Hall) What happens when two people try to sit on the same chair? Seat taken is playful and dynamic circus performance that explores interaction between two people about trust, disagreement, individuality and ambition – by circus means. Internationally awarded circus performers Katerina Repponen and Pasi Nousiainen bring breathtaking pair acrobatics, physical expression and humor to the stage. The struggle about sharing space becomes a metaphor for human interaction, making the show entertaining and empathetic. Katerina Repponen and Pasi Nousiainen is Finnish circus duo that have worked together since 2010. Kate and Pasi have captivated audiences around the world in over 25 countries, and their performances have been awarded at international circus festivals. Performance duration: 30 minutes. GROUP NAME: Kate & Pasi PERFORMANCE NAME: Seat taken www.kate-pasi.com Facebook Instagram -- Espoo City Culture Chain offers art and culture services to elderly people. Performances are also organised in libraries. Performances are organized in the fall, from September through November. The Cultural Chain brings an impressive 36 performances to libraries.Performances will be held at the largest event libraries as well as in Northern Espoo. All events are open to everyone and free of charge. Welcome to enjoy the culture!

Kalajärven palvelutori, Ruskaniitty 4 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 18:00

Hobby horse club

Keppariklubi is a club set up by the children themselves for hobby horse enthusiasts.

Tapiolan kirjasto, Espoon kulttuurikeskus, Kulttuuriaukio 2 · Espoo

Fri 23 Oct, 18:00

Dark evening in the bunker

Ghosts, witches, strange figures in long black robes... Anything can appear when bunker museum Irma opens its doors for the Dark Weekend.

Mannerheimintie 56 · Raasepori

Fri 23 Oct, 18:00

Concert for the whole family: Lost Key

In this house, somewhere, I’ve lost my key! It might be here or there, under the cake, on top of the cupboard! Could you help me a little – would you look for the key?

Tampere-talo Oy, Yliopistonkatu 55 · Tampere

Fri 23 Oct, 18:00

Will Funk For Food: A Fistful of Funk

One of the most prestigious street dance groups in Finland, Will Funk For Food (WFFF), brings to Kanneltalo Finland’s first full-length performance based on the street dance style locking. The work is inspired by the hypermasculinity and toxic machismo of western films and the genre's cavalcade of characters. A Fistful of Funk revolves around locking from which it begins to weave connections to the world of contemporary dance theatre. The performance dives head-first into one of the main elements of locking dance: character. Ultimately, character is the distinctive feature that separates dancers from each other and contributes to the uniqueness of their individual styles. The group seeks to dismantle the masculinity familiar from westerns and explore what masculinity and masculine encounters can be instead. In addition to exploring the themes of friendship and brotherhood, the performance uses the western setting as a platform for playful street dance duels, known as battles in street dance culture. Locking, which was originally danced to funk music, was created by African Americans living on the West Coast of the United States in the 1970s. Locking is characterised by precise, sharp pauses and acrobatic tricks, combined with the grooving 'party steps' of the West Coast social dances. In addition to locking, the performance utilises the movement language of contemporary dance, physical theatre, and clown techniques. The aim is to create an adventurous, narrative stage where each performer’s originality and uniqueness feed each other. Will Funk For Food, founded in 2008, is one of the most internationally successful street dance groups in Finland specialised in locking. WFFF is making locking known in Finland and aims to establish street dance as part of the Finnish cultural scene and bring joy to all ages. The dance group has won three consecutive Finnish Championships and performed internationally in Japan, France, and Sweden. The stage will feature Will Funk For Food's Akim Bakhtaoui, Wilhelm Blomberg, Jeffrey Kam, Teemu Kullberg and Sami Pajari, as well as sound designer and musician Sebastian Kurtén, and drummer Elias Ojutkangas.

Kanneltalo, Klaneettitie 5 · Helsinki

Sat 24 Oct, 10:00

Music Club for the Whole Family

Free music club for children aged approximately 3–7 and their parents Singing and making music together for children and their parents. The sessions are led by music professionals. The joy of music for the whole family! The music club is held in Finnish and is free of charge for all participants. Meetings take place on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. The club leaders are students of the Sibelius Academy. We sing, play, and move to music together. You are welcome to join even if you are still learning Finnish—the most important things are joy, togetherness, and having fun. No previous musical experience is needed. You are warmly welcome to join us!

Tikkurilan kirkko · Vantaa