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Animals' Day Off – parade and concert

Date
Saturday, August 29
Time
14:00-15:45
Price
Free
Age
0-12 years

Korkeasaari's animals set off on their day off led by a celebratory jazz parade. A group of Sointi Jazz Orchestra musicians brings Maria Baric Company's animal characters along the Kalasatama waterfront towards Kalasatamanpuisto, where the day culminates in a family concert and giant hand puppets.

Organizer
Sointi Jazz Orchestra

At a glance

Date
Saturday, August 29
Time
14:00-15:45
Price
Free
Age
0-12 years
Stroller-friendly
Partial
Accessibility
Partial
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Accessibility
The event travels outdoors through several stops. The exact route length, accessible toilets, stroller route and weather plan have not been published; choose a joining point and length of participation that suit your family.

Plan your visit

Practical notes
The parade starts at Mustikkamaa. You can also join near the artwork at Capellanaukio 1 or at the swing-themed playground in Loviseholminpuisto. Families are welcome to dress to the animal theme or bring a favourite soft toy.
Schedule notes
Saturday 29 Aug, 14:00–15:45. The closing concert in Kalasatamanpuisto lasts about 45 minutes.
Booking notes
No booking is listed for following the parade. People who want to play in the parade can register using the organiser's form.
Price notes
Free entry.
Age notes
The parade and its 45-minute closing concert are for the whole family.

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