Waterfront Walkway Day - Sports and culture by the sea

Bring the whole family and come to Espoo’s Waterfront Walkway to enjoy both exercise and culture on Saturday 6 June from 10:00 to 13:30.

Exercise activities and cultural experiences are organised in the maritime environment of Haukilahti marina and Matinkylä beach area. They are open to children, families with children and anyone enjoying the outdoors on the Waterfront Walkway. All activities are free of charge.

Spend a fun-filled day with the family in the maritime landscapes of Espoo or come and try new sports with a friend.

Events schedule

• 10:00 Activity stations open in Matinkylä and Haukilahti. Take part in the activities and collect stamps in your ice cream coupon!
• 11:00–11:45 Dance at the pier on Cafe Merenneito's terrace in Matinkylä. The dance will begin with a guided warm-up. You won’t need a partner to join in, so why not come and work on your dance moves alone or with your friends! Music provided by Espoon pelimannit - Esbo spelmanslag.
• 13:30 Activity stations close and event ends
• 14:00-15:00 Samuli Edelmann performs in Iso Vasikkasaari in front of Gula Villan to celebrate the Waterfront Walkway Day. The audience can expect a musical experience that evokes emotions and touches your soul deeply, surrounded by the landscapes of the summery archipelago. Restaurant Gula Villan(external link, opens in a new window) will be open 12:00–22:00 to serve a dedicated Waterfront Walkway Day menu, with special offers on children's portions and much more.

Free transport to Iso Vasikkasaari during the event – jump on board and enjoy the concert at Gula Villan!

• Free departures from Nokkala to Iso Vasikkasaari during the event at the following times: 10:30, 11:45, 12:30 and 13:45. The last departure will take you just in time to listen to the concert that starts at 14:00 outside Restaurant Gula Villan.
• Free departures from Haukilahti to Iso Vasikkasaari during the event at the following times: 10:15, 11:30, 12:15 and 13:30. The last departure will take you there in time to listen to the concert starting at 14:00 outside Restaurant Gula Villan.
• The free departures back from Iso Vasikkasaari are at 11.15 a.m., 12.00 noon, 1.15 p.m., 2 p.m an 3.15 pm.

Info about ice cream coupons

By participating in activities, you can collect stamps on an ice cream coupon. With five stamps you earn a free ice cream from Café Merenneito or Skiffer Haukilahti. There are free ice creams for the first 400 to present a coupon with enough stamps. Ice cream coupons are available at information points located near the beaches of Haukilahti and Matinkylä.

Check out the activity points on the event page.

Welcome to the Waterfront Walkway Day!