Tampere is buzzing this final weekend of February! We’ve got everything from an epic family obstacle race at Särkänniemi on Saturday to theatre shows and ongoing Moomin adventures. Don't miss the Winter Warrior race or the free FamilySport sessions if you need to burn off some energy.
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FamilySport
Pietilä Hall, Hervanta Leisure Center
Free Saturday morning exercise session for the whole family to burn off energy.
Winter holiday fun at Vapriikki
Museum Centre Vapriikki
All-day indoor fun with themed trails and rewards—perfect for unpredictable weather.
Bookmarks Art Workshop
Children's Cultural Centre Rulla
A free, low-key creative stop to make souvenirs before the holiday break ends.
· February 28
3: Get ready for an epic obstacle course race designed for winter conditions! This is a great chance to watch or participate in an active, challenging event right in Tampere.It's a unique, one-off sporting event happening only on Saturday.
FREE : Explore how nature survives the winter around Suolijärvi! The tour ends with snacks and enjoying a campfire, making it a cozy outing.A fantastic, free, guided outdoor experience happening Saturday afternoon.
FREE : If you have older kids or teens (9-29), this Akakabutocon event at the Youth Culture Center offers specific programming in the evening.It's one of the few events specifically targeting older children/teens this weekend.
· March 1
1FREE : This is the last day to visit Rulla and create your own unique bookmarks at their art workshop. A simple, free creative activity for the end of the break.It is running right up until Sunday, March 1st, making it a good option for the last day of holiday activities.
Also On· anytime this weekend
10: Catch this family-focused show at Ahaa Teatteri on Saturday afternoon. Perfect for younger kids looking for some engaging entertainment indoors.A specific time slot for children's theatre on Saturday.
FREE : Kick off the new session of this free family exercise program in Hervanta! Get active together in a relaxed, open hall setting.It’s a brand new recurring free program starting this Saturday, perfect for burning off Saturday morning energy.
: Take a 30-minute guided English tour of the Moomin Museum led by the character Hemulen. A great way to experience the exhibits in a fun format.A fun, character-led tour running both days, great for Moomin fans.
: The Moomin Museum is running a special art workshop related to the polar night theme during the winter holiday break. Stop in anytime while you are visiting.Hands-on creative activity available all day Saturday inside the museum.
: Vapriikki is open daily during the holiday break, featuring a special museum trail with rewards and varied themed activities. It’s a huge complex, so you can spend hours here!It's open all weekend, providing an excellent indoor option with interactive trails.
: Take an interactive 45-minute tour of the art exhibition led by clowns! This guarantees a fun and memorable experience even for kids who usually find art museums boring.The combination of clowns and guided art tours makes this a must-do for families on Saturday.
FREE : Head to Rulla for some light adventure! Kids can go on searching quests and play bingo across the space, perfect for winding down the holiday break.It's free and runs all the way until Sunday, March 1st.
: This is the final day for many holiday activities. Take this English-language tour focused on the story behind the Moomin books before the break officially ends.It is a specific English tour running only on Sunday afternoon.
: If your family enjoys classical music, check out a concert by the Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra on Sunday. They promise powerful emotions and vibrant music.This is the only explicit, large-scale cultural event confirmed for Sunday, March 1st.
: Enjoy short, 20-minute musical performances by musicians from the Tampere Philharmonic right inside the Moomin Museum on Sunday afternoon. Perfect for a mid-visit break!A high-quality, short musical performance occurring on Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Tampere this weekend?
The best free options this weekend (Feb 28-01) include the PerheSport session Saturday morning in Hervanta, the Winter life in Suolijärvi nature tour on Saturday afternoon, and the ongoing free activities like Bookmarks and searching quests at Children's Cultural Centre Rulla.
What can I do with my teens (10+) this weekend?
Teens might enjoy the UMK atmosphere around the city on Saturday, the Winter Warrior Finland obstacle race at Särkänniemi on Saturday, or the specific CON! event running Saturday evening at the Youth Culture Center Monitoimitalo 13.
Are there any special Moomin events on Sunday?
Yes, on Sunday, March 1st, the Moomin Museum hosts the English-language guided tour 'The Story of the Moomin books' at 3:00 PM, as well as musical performances at noon and 1:30 PM.
