Kustaankartano’s Helsinki Day

Event Introduction

Shared experiences for the whole family at Kustaankartano’s Helsinki Day!

A diverse and family-friendly Helsinki Day celebration will take place in the lush surroundings of Kustaankartano on Thursday, June 12 from 2 PM to 6 PM. The event features live music, engaging workshops, circus characters and a vibrant festival atmosphere for all ages.

Live music:
2–2:30 PM: Hiipakka & Ahlbeck
This folk duo takes the audience on a journey through Finnish folk nostalgia and the rhythms of contemporary folk music.

3–3:45 pm: The Summer Icebreaker
A band from Oulunkylä playing beloved classics from the 60s to the 80s.

4–4:30 pm: Jamkids
An energetic and participatory children’s music session where kids get to sing and play music together with Jamkids music teachers.

5–6 pm: LIKKA
A lively and entertaining party band playing everything from the latest radio hits to well-known classics.

TEKLA Innovation Container
The TEKLA Innovation Container is a mobile learning environment where visitors can explore the latest innovations in learning through immersive, tech-themed workshops. In the “Collision with a Meteorite” workshop, participants will get hands-on with programmable tools in a fun and exciting way. The workshop is suitable for all ages and requires no prior knowledge.

Workshop times: 2:00, 2:45, 3:30, 4:15, and 5:00 pm (duration 30 min)
Sign up on-site
Watch TEKLA’s introduction video here. 

Additional activities in the yard and at the Tram Square:

• 4:30–5:00 pm: Magical characters from Circus Magenta
• 2:30 pm–3:00 pm: dance performance by Kustaankartano day activity center and folk dance performance by Askelten Palo association
• Bouncy castle
• A tram from the 1950s and a fire truck from the Oulunkylä volunteer fire brigade
• Walking football with Gnistan
• Multicultural café and food stalls
• Finnish Red Cross Teddy Bear Hospital

Also participating: Oulunkylä parish and local library

More information about accessibility:

More information about accessibility is available here.

Categories

Children, Classics, Design and Workshops, Music, Seniors, Sports and Wellness