Have you just moved to Espoo or are you thinking about moving? Would you like to learn more about Espoo’s services, hobbies, and other activities? Join us at the Hello Espoo event!
Next Hello Espoo event
📅 Saturday, 24 October 2026 🏠 Sello Library
Address: Leppävaarankatu 9
Join us! Register now
The event is free of charge, but we kindly ask you to register in advance. Please choose the registration option that best suits your situation: individual and family registration or group registration.
Use this form to register yourself and your family for the event.
Hello Espoo -event offers a diverse programme for all ages. During the event, you can take part in workshops, enjoy performances, and explore Espoo’s service providers at the mini fair area.
Below is a preliminary schedule for the event. The program will be supplemented and updated before the event, so changes are possible. You can always find up-to-date information on this page.
The event starts at 12.00.
12.00-15.00
📢 Service fair Featuring the City of Espoo, NGOs, and other organisations
📢 Workshops open
☕ Coffee and pastries served
12.30-13.15
🎤 Programme on stage Hosts: Luukas Määttäinen and Asma Hussein
12:30 Welcome to the Hello Espoo event 12:40 Eridan Children's Singing Concert 12:50 Keynote: Discover the world of CultureEspoo, Helena Ruhkala 13:00 The International School of Music: International Children’s Choir 13.10 Playtime and Hug Session with Lohtu Teddy Bear from Leikki Museum
14.15-15.00
🎤 Programme on stage Hosts: Luukas Määttäinen and Asma Hussein
14:15 Prize Draw Winners Announcement 14:20 The International School of Music: Indian Choir Children 14:30 Keynote: My Journey to Settling in Espoo, Ilayda Yazici 14:40 Fun Espoo Quiz 14:45 Quiz Winners Announcement and Prize Giving 14:50 Eridan Children's Singing Concert 14:55 Closing Remarks and End of the Event
Workshops and Activities
Explore the workshops and activities available at the event and discover something new to try. The programme is being updated regularly as new activities are confirmed, so please check this page for the latest information.
Come and enjoy crafts with your family, explore books available in different languages, and learn about the library's services and events. You can also sign up for a free library card.
Location: Workshop space, 1st floor
Location: Mörkö room, 1st floor.
Join a fun storytelling session in English designed for children aged 3–6 years.
Location: Mörkö room, 1st floor.
Location: Mörkö room, 1st floor.
At the Espoo Martta Associations' workshop, you can learn the basics of crochet and make your own reflector for the dark autumn evenings.
You can also test your knowledge of Finnish root vegetables, get practical tips on how to use them, and take home delicious recipes.
Location: Workshop Area, 1st Floor
Create your own Winnie-the-Pooh themed bookmark and get to know Museum of Play.
Location: Workshop space, 1st floor
In the circus workshop you can try out easy circus tricks suitable for everyone. Circus teachers from Espoo Circus and Theatre School Esko are there to help you to get started. You can practice juggling, balancing or easy pyramids.
Location: Jaminurkka, 1st floor
Get creative and decorate your own tote bag to take home as a memory of the event. The workshop is open throughout the day, subject to availability of materials. Tote bags are available for the first 100 participants. Suitable for all ages.
Location: Akselisali, 2nd floor
Try traditional jeweller’s tools and take part in creating a collaborative copper artwork. In this workshop, you can stamp your initials or a word of your choice onto a copper plate using a hammer and metal stamps. This easy, hands-on activity is suitable for all ages and offers a chance to explore creative craftsmanship while learning more about the Kruunu Museum of Time and Jewellery.
Location: Akselisali, 2nd floor
Organizations participating in the service fair
Here you will find a list of organizations that can be found at the event's fair.
Organisation/ Service name
Hello Espoo Info
Espoo Info
Espoo Talent Hub
Competence Centre for Highly Educated Immigrants
Koto-Espoo, early-stage integration services
Organisation/ Service name
Finnish Early Education
Svenska bildningstjänster - Swedish educational services
