Pikku Papu Orchestra
Sat at 12 & 15, Sun at 13:30 & 15:30 (Exhibition Centre WeeGee)

For 13 years, Pikku Papu Orchestra has been one of Finland’s leading children’s music orchestras, performing to sold-out venues. Their songs are created together with poet-illustrator Liisa Kallio. Step into a captivating concert full of singing, dancing, and wonder for the whole family!

Mimi and Kuku
Sat–Sun at 10:30, 13:00 & 15:30 (Museum Leikki)

Join a lively adventure where everyone becomes the hero of the show! Known from TV, musician Mimi and the goofy clown-lion Kuku lead a joyful, active performance with dancing, puppet theatre, bubble baths, tasks, lion training—and a pinch of birthday magic.

Chase of the Tasty Tone
Sat at 13 & 14, Sun at 11:30 & 12:30 (Exhibition Centre WeeGee)

Let’s go on a musical adventure! Viivi, Tero, Ayla and Kasheshi lead an expedition to find the perfect shared sound. The audience is invited to join in various ways. Together we’ll bake a birthday cake of melodies, where tunes come alive like storybook characters—a joyful experience leaving you smiling and humming!

Dance Taster / Culture Centre Uulu
Sat–Sun at 12 & 14 (Museum Leikki)

Let’s baila! Explore dance cultures from Finland, Brazil and Tanzania in a relaxed workshop filled with rhythm, togetherness and low-threshold fun.

Birthday Experience Simulator / Theatre ILMI Ö
Sat at 11:30, 13:30 & 15:30; Sun at 12:30, 14:00 & 15:00 (Exhibition Centre WeeGee)

Happy birthday—to you! Sit down and enjoy a tailor-made birthday celebration in just one minute. Choose from a menu featuring fishing-for-prizes, singing, or even a festive speech. Even if you don’t understand the language, the fun is universal—hip hip hooray! Between performances, you can leave your own birthday wishes in your own language.

Circus World and Circus Surprise Performances /
Espoo Circus and Theatre School Esko
Sat and Sun at 11:00-17:00 Sat and Sun at 11:00-17:00 (Exhibition Centre WeeGee)

Come celebrate your birthday in the colourful world of circus, full of tricks and playful activities. Circus World features a fun obstacle course where everyone can let loose and test their agility. What new juggling and balancing tricks will you learn at the circus equipment stations?

Students from Esko’s performance group will showcase their impressive skills in their Circus Surprise shows. They will perform in the same space on Saturday at 12:30, 14:30 and 15:30, and on Sunday at 13:00, 14:30 and 16:00. Come and marvel at acrobatics, daring chair pyramids and joyful circus fun!

Ama Kyei: Whisper of Water
Sun at 11:30 (Exhibition Centre WeeGee)

Experience an interactive dance piece inspired by the messages of water, rooted in Ghanaian storytelling traditions where magic and dance intertwine.

SATURDAY

11:30–12.15 The Birthday Experience Simulator / Theatre ILMI Ö

12:00–12.30 Pikku Papu Orchestra

12:30–12.40 Circus Surprise / Espoo Circus & Theatre School Esko’s touring group

13:00–13.35 Hunting for Tasty Tones

13:30–14.15 The Birthday Experience Simulator / Theatre ILMI Ö

14.00–14.35 Hunting for Tasty Tones

14:30–14.40 Circus Surprise / Espoo Circus & Theatre School Esko’s touring group

15.00–15.30 Pikku Papu Orchestra

15:30–16.15 The Birthday Experience Simulator / Theatre ILMI Ö

15:30–15.40 Circus Surprise / Espoo Circus & Theatre School Esko’s touring group

SUNDAY

11:30–12.00 Whisper of Water / Bravo

11:30–12.05 Hunting for Tasty Tones

12:30–13.15 The Birthday Experience Simulator / Theatre ILMI Ö

12:30–13.05 Hunting for Tasty Tones

13:00–13.10 Circus Surprise / Espoo Circus & Theatre School Esko’s touring group

13:30–14.00 Pikku Papu Orchestra

14:00–14.45 The Birthday Experience Simulator / Theatre ILMI Ö

14:30–14.40 Circus Surprise / Espoo Circus & Theatre School Esko’s touring group

15:00–15.45 The Birthday Experience Simulator / Theatre ILMI Ö

15.30–16.00 Pikku Papu Orchestra

16:00–16.10 Circus Surprise / Espoo Circus & Theatre School Esko’s touring group

SATURDAY

10:30–10.50 Mimi and Kuku

12:00–12.30 Dance Taster Workshop / Culture Centre Uulu

13:00–13.20 Mimi and Kuku

14:00–14.30 Dance Taster Workshop / Culture Centre Uulu

15:30–15.50 Mimi and Kuku

SUNDAY

10:30–10.50 Mimi and Kuku

12:00–12.30 Dance Taster Workshop / Culture Centre Uulu

13:00–13.20 Mimi and Kuku

14:00–14.30 Dance Taster Workshop / Culture Centre Uulu

15:30–15.50 Mimi and Kuku

Karaoke with the Karaoke Emperor!
Sat–Sun 11:30–13:30 & 14:40–16:30

Hosted by Juha Heikkinen, the legendary Karaoke Emperor. Sing classics in many languages—or perhaps a birthday song to match the theme? Come and experience karaoke led by a legendary karaoke master — and sing your favourite tune in honour of the festival!

Multicultural Market
Sat–Sun 11–17

Meet local associations Nicehearts ry (only on Saturday), Familia ry and Mokulat ry! Try two art workshops – Lantern of Togetherness and Festive Beads – with guidance available in English, Chinese, Turkish and Tagalog. Let the workshops sweep you into a world of fun and creativity!

Lantern of Togetherness: Create a paper lantern decorated with recycled materials. Workshop will be lead by artist duo “joka-asia”, Lù Chén ja Burak Türköz.
Languages: English, Chinese and Turkish.

Festive Beads: Make paper beads from recycled paper and create your own festive jewellery. Workshop will be lead by Donna Roca
Languages: English and Tagalog.

Birthday Cake Workshop
Sat–Sun 11–17

Design and build your own imaginative birthday cake made from paper, cardboard and imaginative materials. Join us in creating the festive treat of your dreams, where imagination takes centre stage!

Birthday Hat Workshop
Sat–Sun 11–17

Craft your very own birthday hat from a variety of materials and wear it proudly throughout the festival.

The Tree of Wishes
Sat–Sun 11–17

Celebrate around a magical birthday tree inhabited by creatures who may not speak your language. How will you leave them your wish – perhaps without words?

Gift Hunt
Sat–Sun 11–17

To celebrate the birthday, a variety of gift packages have been hidden around the WeeGee. How many can you find? Once you’ve discovered all of them, you can collect your prize from the guide.

The Best Gift
Sat–Sun 11–17

Today everyone has a birthday, so let’s take a birthday photo! Capture a portrait of yourself or your birthday‑celebrating child at the photo spot. Peek inside a gift box or pose with number balloons.

Restaurant Delicatessen WeeGee
Sat–Sun 11–17

Delicatessen serves a selection of tasty treats: there will be birthday cake, of course, as well as machines for cotton‑candy and popcorn!

Rest Corner
Sat–Sun 11–17

If the festival buzz leaves you needing a break, you’ll find a small rest area on the second floor of the WeeGee Exhibition Centre, where you can recharge while waiting for the next part of the programme.

Party Salon
Sat–Sun 10–16

Sparkling party fairy, superhero, or magical guest? Style yourself with playful theatre costumes and capture your festive look at the photo booth.

Funny Faces
Sat–Sun 11–13

Silly moustaches, cool glasses, or spectacular lips? At the Funny Faces workshop, you can craft your own playful birthday‑party props and complete the perfect party look!

Sushi Hunt
Sat–Sun 10–17

Oishii! In Japanese culture, sushi belongs on the festive table. Can you find the tasty treats hidden around Leikki – the Museum of Play?

Henna Tattoo Point
Sat–Sun 14–16

Decorate yourself with a small natural henna tattoo and learn about the ancient tradition behind the art form.

Wheel of Fortune
Sat–Sun 11.30–12 and 15.30–16

Spin the wheel and win delicious festival snacks! Prizes provided by Green Planet Astronauts.

Cotton Candy Stand
Sat–Sun 11–16

Friends of Leikki – the Museum of Play sell fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth cotton candy in celebration of the festival.

Comfort Bear Hug Time
Sat–Sun 14:30–14:45 & 16:15–16:30

Leikki – the Museum of Play’s own mascot, Comfort Bear, greets visitors with hugs and photo opportunities.

Hobbyhorse Track
Sat–Sun 11–17

Mount a hobbyhorse and try out obstacle courses with weaving, jumping and different gaits.

Espoo’s library and culture bus Välkky
Sat–Sun 11–17

Borrow your favourite books from the library bus parked outside WeeGee for the festival.