Get ready for a fun-filled final weekend of February in Espoo! We have music jams, art workshops exploring the sea, a Kalevala Day celebration, and family movies lined up for Saturday the 28th and Sunday, March 1st.
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Sea Enchantment Art Print Workshop
Järvenperäntie 1-3
Free creative session on Saturday morning drawing sea creatures.
Movie: Ricky Rapper and the Doppelganger
Kannusillankatu 4
A free Finnish kids' movie screening on Sunday afternoon.
PICNIC Sello (Ages 1-6)
Sello Library
A free, specific evening activity for toddlers aged 1-6 on Saturday.
· February 28
4: Celebrate Kalevala Day with a special event likely featuring traditional Finnish national costumes. This is happening at the Lippulaiva Library in the afternoon.It's a specific cultural event happening only on Saturday, making it timely and unique for the weekend.
FREE : Dive into underwater themes by drawing sea animals like whales and jellyfish on foam sheets. This is a great creative outlet for the morning.It’s a completely free, hands-on art activity happening on Saturday.
FREE : Join painter Svetlana Ruoho for a participatory visual lecture comparing the difficulty of drawing an egg versus a human face. A fun, conceptual art break.It's a unique, free experience that combines art history/observation with participation.
FREE : A hands-on music session perfect for burning off energy! Kids get to move, sing, and try out different instruments with a teacher.It's explicitly free and tailored for high engagement for young children.
· March 1
4FREE : A short, cozy reading session hosted by a guide in the Mäyrä forest area of the nature house. Best suited for pre-schoolers.It's a short, free, indoor event perfect for Sunday morning with toddlers.
: A concert for the whole family based on real science questions submitted by children. A fantastic way to mix learning and entertainment on Sunday.It's a ticketed, unique concert tailored specifically for families interested in science/music.
THE PLAY LABORATORY EXHIBITION : This main exhibition at the Museum of Play champions the importance of play for everyone. It’s a fantastic indoor destination for a Sunday afternoon.It is dedicated entirely to play, making it highly relevant for family entertainment.
: Celebrate the legacy of Winnie-the-Pooh with this warm mini-exhibition. Perfect for younger kids who love the classic characters.Pooh is universally loved, and this exhibition runs all weekend.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: Explore the colorful world of beloved Finnish illustrator Mauri Kunnas. There are playful settings inspired by his books, making it engaging for kids.It's an established exhibition running this weekend that explicitly caters to families.
: Experience a touch of the north by visiting the reindeer park. You can feed the reindeer and warm up with campfire coffee—a great way to spend a winter Saturday.It provides a unique, nature-based experience that works well in late winter.
: Explore the main exhibition detailing Finnish nature at the beautiful Haltia centre. A great educational stop for Sunday.It spans the weekend and offers great insight into local nature, suitable for a post-forest walk stop.
: Check out the special exhibition covering anime, manga, and cosplay culture in Finland. Older kids and teens will likely find this very interesting.It appeals to older children/teens who often need specific attractions.
FREE : A free Saturday evening activity specifically for toddlers and younger kids (ages 1-6) at the Sello Library. This sounds like a fun, social way to end the day.It targets the very young demographic (1-6) on Saturday evening and is free.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Espoo this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-Mar 1) you can enjoy the free Sea Enchantment Art Print Workshop on Saturday, the Jamkids Music Jam on Saturday, the Egg or Portrait visual lecture on Saturday, the Fairytale Moment on Sunday morning, and the free movie screening on Sunday afternoon.
Are there any special activities for toddlers (under 5) this weekend?
Yes, look into the 'Fairytale Moment in the Badger Forest' on Sunday morning (ages 3+), the free 'Jamkids Music Jam' on Saturday, and the dedicated 'PICNIC Sello (Ages 1-6)' event Saturday evening.
What cultural/arts events are happening for families?
Saturday features the Kalevala Day National Costume Event and the Mauri Kunnas Exhibition. On Sunday, check out the unique 'Singing Science Questions 2 Concert' or the 'From Tokyo to Tapiola' Japanese pop culture exhibit.
