Photo: Sydkustens ordkonstskola
At Annantalo Arts Centre in Helsinki: Word art with the Grand High Witch
Thursday, 19 November 2026 at Annantalo Arts Centre, Helsinki
About this event
Word art with the Grand High Witch is scheduled for Thursday, 19 November 2026 at Annantalo Arts Centre, Helsinki. Entry is free.
Are you brave enough to meet the Grand High Witch? A very warm welcome to the auditorium at Annantalo!
Are you brave enough to meet the Grand High Witch? Would you like to hear the story of Bruno, the little boy who suddenly turned into a mouse? Would you like to join our wordsmiths in writing rhymes to persuade the Grand High Witch to stop poisoning the world’s children, and nursery rhymes to warn the children? Or would you like to write a story about the child who defeated the witches?
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Pupils in years 1–6 are warmly invited to the auditorium at Annantalo on Thursday 19 November 2026 at 16.00–17.00! We’re treating you to some fun and exciting word art. We are inspired by Roald Dahl’s The Witches and other wonderful literature. If you’re feeling nervous, you’re welcome to bring an adult with you.
Welcome! We promise to inspire – not to poison!
Event details
- Date
- Thursday, 19 November 2026
- Time
- 16:00 – 17:00 local time
- Venue
- Annantalo Arts Centre
- Address
- Annankatu 30, 00100, Helsinki, Finland
- Price
- Free
- Category
- Family & Kids
- Organiser
- Sydkustens ordkonstskola
Venue & getting there
Annankatu 30, 00100, Helsinki
How to get to Annantalo Arts Centre
- Kamppi metro stationMetro / subway190 m
2 min walk - Metro RautatientoriMetro / subway430 m
5 min walk - RautatieasemaTrain450 m
6 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 290 m away.
Hotels near Annantalo Arts Centre
- Clarion Hotel Mestari130 mCheck prices
- Scandic Hotel Simonkenttä130 mCheck prices
- Solo Sokos Hotel Torni230 mCheck prices
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Your visit to Annantalo Arts Centre
- Date
- Thursday, 19 November 2026
- Starts
- 16:00
- Getting there
- Kamppi metro station (metro / subway), 190 m – about 2 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 290 m away
- Staying nearby
- 9 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Clarion Hotel Mestari (130 m)
Also at Annantalo Arts Centre that week
- Jamkids Musiikkisirkus
- Find out more about the Bravo! festival
- Discussion: What sort of stories do children need right now?
- The book is open – come on in!
- Children’s Day – An event day of your dreams at Annantalo | Children's book festival
- Mahdollisuus lapselle ry: Väriä elämään - kirjavaa kuvista – Color in Life – Diversity Through Art – 7–12-year-olds with a parent
- Open day for basic education classes in theatre arts at Annantalo
- Art games - a space for playing - Children aged 0–2 with an adult
Good to know
When is “Word art with the Grand High Witch”?
Word art with the Grand High Witch takes place on Thursday, 19 November 2026 at 16:00 local time.
Where is “Word art with the Grand High Witch” held?
Venue: Annantalo Arts Centre, Annankatu 30, 00100, Helsinki, Finland.
How much are tickets for “Word art with the Grand High Witch”?
Entry is free. Some free events still require registration, so check the organiser's page before you go.
Is “Word art with the Grand High Witch” suitable for children?
Yes — this event is listed as suitable for children and families.
How do I get to Annantalo Arts Centre by public transport?
The closest stop is Kamppi metro station (metro / subway), 190 m from Annantalo Arts Centre – roughly 2 minutes on foot.
Can I park near Annantalo Arts Centre?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 290 m away.
