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Mother's Day in Vantaa 2026 - Welcome to celebrate at the heart of science!
How would it sound to celebrate Mother's Day 2026 at the heart of science? Heureka's interactive exhibitions are fun for people of all ages. New memories are created while learning new things. Heureka offers a Mother's Day that you can remember for a long time.
On Mother's Day 10.5.2026 Heureka will be open 10am–6pm and the Science Restaurant will offer a hearty and tasty Mother's Day lunch . You can find the menu, serving times, prices and the reservation form on this page.
And best of all, by booking a Mother's Day lunch, the whole family gets Heureka tickets at half price! You can get the discount at Heureka ticket sales with a receipt for the Mother's Day lunch at the Science Restaurant on Mother's Day 10.5.2026.
Mother's Day lunch in Vantaa 2026
On Mother's Day 10.5.2026, Heureka's Science Restaurant will be serving a tasty and hearty Mother's Day lunch. By enjoying Mother's Day lunch at the Science Restaurant, you can effortlessly combine a festive meal with a fun activity suitable for the whole family. Heureka's exhibitions are fun for both children and adults!
Arriving at Heureka and the Science Restaurant's Mother's Day lunch is easy, even for larger groups from Helsinki, Espoo, and other towns in Southern Finland.
- Heureka is easily accessible by public transport to Tikkurila station. It's only 15 minutes from the centre of Helsinki!
- A spacious and free parking lot also allows for easy arrival by car.
Mother's Day lunch at Heureka SOLD OUT
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Price
- Adults 39.90€
- 4-13-year-olds 19.90€
- Children under 4 years old 3€
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Serving times
- 1st serving time 11am–12.30pm
- 2nd table setting 1pm–2.30pm
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Both seatings are fully booked
- You can inquire about cancellations by email: tiederavintola@heureka.fi
- You can inquire about cancellations by email: tiederavintola@heureka.fi
Mother's Day lunch menu
Check out the menu by clicking here
Appetizer table:
- Spinach salad (VEG, G), citrus vinaigrette (VEG, G) and croutons (VEG)
- Caesar salad with smoked vendace dressing and goat cheese (L, G)
- Potato salad with roasted potatoes and crispy capers (VEG, G)
- Minty spring salad with vegan “feta” (VEG)
- Asparagus pie with parmesan herb yogurt (L, G)
- Skagen hand-peeled shrimp with malt bread (L, G on request)
- Heureka's focaccia and spreads (L)
Main course table:
- Fried ocean salmon, green asparagus and butter wine sauce (L, G)
- Overcooked Hanger steak, pepper sauce, green beans and pickled lingonberries (L, G)
- Ginger-marinated fried tofu, broccoli and sugar snap peas (VE, G)
- Mashed potatoes (L, G)
- Roasted turnips (VE, G)
For children in addition
- Spinach pancakes and lingonberry jam (L), chicken nuggets (VL), sausages (L, G) and crispy fries (VE, G)
Dessert table:
- Mother's Day cake (L, G on request)
- Brownie and blackcurrant melba (L)
- Coffee / Tea
Things to do on Mother's Day at Heureka
On Mother's Day 10.5.2026 Heureka will offer 7 different exhibitions , a renewed planetarium and inspiring science shows. You can check the daily science shows in the daily program. Of the exhibitions, we especially recommend these:
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Giants of the Ice Age
Read more about the exhibitionThe highly popular Giants of the Ice Age exhibition is open until 30.8.2026. So, on Mother's Day, it's worth coming to experience this exhibition while you still can! In the exhibition, you will encounter almost twenty life-sized animal robots. Come and be amazed by a mammoth, a saber-toothed cat and a giant sloth!
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Our Journey in Space
Read more about the exhibitionWelcome to the space station of the future! In the exhibition you can solve various tasks, try out moon walking and travel to Mars. What could be more fun than a trip to the space station of the future, to the Moon and Mars with mom?
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Galilei Science Park
Read more about the exhibitionIn spring and summer, science experiences continue outdoors! Galilei Science Park is open on Mother's Day. The outdoor exhibition features large-scale objects based on music, mathematics and physics phenomena, many of which involve water.
Tip! Water attractions are fun and especially fun for children on warm days. Packing a change of clothes is a good idea!
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Heureka classics
Read more about the exhibitionHeureka classics have been given a new look and moved to a new space. The exhibition will be open again in its entirety on Mother's Day. So come and learn and discover new things!
Discover all Heureka exhibitions
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The Evolution of Dinosaurs
The exhibition opens 3.10.
How did dinosaurs become the rulers of the Earth? And how did their story end – or did it? In this exhibition you'll meet dinosaurs from across the ages.
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Our Journey in Space
10.2.2024-6.1.2027
Our Journey in Space is an interactive science center exhibition for the whole family
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Play and Explore
On display until further notice
The exhibition consists of sites from the Power of Play exhibition and the Idea Workshop. Play is natural and essential for human well-being. Playing is about exploring and experimenting, getting to know ourselves and each other. Through play, we learn to explore the world, and we should maintain this skill...
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Exhibitions Outdoors
Open until 27.9.2026
At Science Park Galilei you can try out large-scale objects based on music, mathematics and physics phenomena. Open until 27.9.2026
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Water – The stream of Life
On display until further notice
Water – The Stream of Life. The exhibition is suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds, to children and to adults, as well as the curious and those who like to delve deeper.
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Artificial Intelligence – Me, Myself & AI
Exhibition is on display until further notice
Welcome to the world of artificial intelligence! The mini-exhibition brings together the best parts of the previous exhibition at Heureka. Come and try out the artificial intelligence-based devices and games that the main character of the exhibition, the Scientist, had made for his home.
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Heureka Classics
On display until further notice
Experience our classic destinations with the whole family! Heureka Classics has a selection of the most beloved aha-experiences.
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Science on a Sphere
The Science on a Ball site presents data collected by satellites about climate and space, among other things.
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Main Exhibition Area
In the main exhibition area you will find tightrope cycling, Foucault's pendulum, the Water - the Stream of Life exhibition and Heureka classics.
Heureka's planetarium: experience the stars brighter than ever
Welcome to one of the brightest, most colorful and detailed screening environments in Europe! There are three different films on the Mother's Day program. You can learn more about the films in the list below.
Discover our planetarium films
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Asteroid Quest
Best suited for ages 10+
In the planetarium film Asteroid Quest, you will learn about asteroids, their secrets, and how scientists are learning to deflect asteroids to prevent catastrophic collisions.
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The Stellars - Mission: Green
Especially recommended for children aged 5–10
The Stellars - Mission: Green planetarium film combines space adventure, humor and a message of environmental protection.
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The Heart of the Forest
Best suited for ages 7+
Welcome to an enchanting journey into the world of trees! In the planetarium film The Heart of the Forest you will learn about the cycle of life, the power of forests, and their biodiversity.
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Recombination
Best suitable for adults interested in art
Welcome on a meditative journey where art comes to life. This film is for you if you want to experience a captivating art experience.
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