Parks & Recreation

Announcement for the Daddy Daughter Dance on Saturday March 21 at the Southfield Pavilion
Daddy Daughter Dance
Calling all little princesses ages 2–12 and their favorite guy! Join Southfield Parks & Recreation for a magical afternoon of dancing, fun, and quality time together at our annual Daddy Daughter Dance.

Enjoy music, dancing, refreshments, and special moments you’ll treasure long after the last song plays.

What to Expect
• Music and dancing
• Special guest appearances by Princess Tiana and Belle
• Refreshments including chicken tenders, salad, and sweets
• A special gift for each child
• Plenty of photo-worthy moments
Dress your best and don’t forget your camera!

Event Details
Saturday, March 21
4–6 PM
Location: Southfield Pavilion
Ages: 2–12 (with adult)

Fee (per person)
• $20 Southfield residents
• $25 Non-residents
Everyone attending must have a ticket. No ticket sales at the door.

How to Register
Register online or in person at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk
Payment must be made by cash or credit card.
Announcement for the Family Dance on Sunday, March 22 at the Southfield Pavilion
Family Dance – Retro 80s Party
Break out the neon and come dance with us! Join Southfield Parks & Recreation for our first-ever Family Dance, a retro 80s–themed celebration for the whole crew. Enjoy an afternoon of music, movement, and memory-making as families come together for a fun-filled party.

Parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins — everyone’s invited!

What to Expect
• DJ and dancing
• Bounce houses
• Light refreshments
• Plenty of photo-worthy moments
• A fun, family-friendly atmosphere

Event Details
Sunday, March 22
2–4 PM
Location: Southfield Pavilion (26000 Evergreen Rd.)
Ages: 2 and up
Everyone attending must have a ticket.

Admission
• $10 Southfield residents
• $15 Non-residents
Registration deadline: Thursday, March 19

How to Register
Tickets are available online or at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk.
For more information, call 248-796-4620.
Spring-themed Breakfast with the Bunny event flyer with bunny ears, decorated eggs, and pancakes illustration.

Breakfast with the Bunny

Pancakes, photos, crafts & an egg scavenger hunt!

Make it a morning your family won’t forget at Breakfast with the Bunny! Enjoy a tasty pancake breakfast, take photos with the Easter Bunny, create spring-themed crafts, and set off on a fun-filled egg scavenger hunt. This new seasonal event is a sweet way to celebrate spring together perfect for families, friends, and bunny fans of all ages.

Event Details
Saturday, March 28, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building (26000 Evergreen Road)
All ages welcome
$10 Residents | $15 Non-Residents
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 23

What’s Included
• Pancake breakfast
• Photos with the Bunny
• Spring-themed crafts
• Egg scavenger hunt

Registration Information
Advance registration is required. Use the Register Online Today! and register early. Space is limited.
Register by March 23 to reserve your spot.

Questions?
Call the Parks & Recreation Information Desk at (248) 796-4620 for more information.

Flyer promoting Southfield Parks & Recreation art workshops happening in March, including felting florals, Zentangle drawing, alcohol ink tiles, and ceramic trinket dishes.
Art Workshops Happening in March
Get creative this March with a series of hands-on art workshops offered by Southfield Parks & Recreation. From fiber arts and ceramics to relaxing drawing techniques and alcohol ink design, these workshops are a great way to explore new creative skills and enjoy time making something unique.

Felting Florals – Fiber Art Workshop
Thursday, March 12
6–8 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
Create beautiful felted floral designs in this beginner-friendly fiber arts workshop.

Inspired by Zentangle – Drawing & Relaxation Workshop
Tuesday, March 17
6–8 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
Learn simple, relaxing drawing techniques inspired by the Zentangle method.

Alcohol Ink Tiles – Alcohol Ink Workshop
Thursday, March 19
6:30–8 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
Explore vibrant alcohol-based inks and create colorful decorative tiles.

Ceramic Trinket Dish – Ceramic Workshop
Friday, March 20
6–9 PM
Burgh Historical Park
Design and create your own ceramic trinket dish in this hands-on clay workshop.

How to Register
Register online, by phone at 248-796-4620, or in person at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk.
Flyer promoting the Handmade Market at the Southfield Parks & Recreation Building featuring local Michigan artisans and handmade goods.
Southfield Handmade Market – Local Artisan & Craft Event
Discover unique, handcrafted goods at the Handmade Market, featuring local Michigan artisans, crafters, and designers. Browse a variety of handmade items and support talented creators from across the state.

All artisans participating in the market are based in Michigan.

What to Expect
• A variety of handmade goods created by Michigan artisans
• Jewelry, crafts, décor, gifts, and more
• A welcoming marketplace atmosphere for browsing and shopping
• An opportunity to support local makers

Event Details
Saturday, April 11
10 AM – 12 PM
Location:
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Road

Admission
Free and open to the public

More Information
For questions or additional information, call 248-796-4620.
Flyer for kids Spring Break Camp, March 30 - April 2, 9 AM–4 PM at the Southfield Parks & Recreation Building.
Give your kids an unforgettable break from school with four days of fun, learning, and adventure at the Southfield Parks & Recreation Building!

Camp highlights include:
• 4 days of crafts, games and more!
• A Magical Day with Magician Gordon Russ
• Decades Day – A throwback kind of day
• Black History Fun with Ber-Henda Williams
• Mad Science Slime Workshop
Campers should bring a lunch and dress for the weather.

Camp Details
Monday, March 30 - Thursday, April 2
9 AM–4 PM (please arrive by 9 AM daily)
Location: Southfield Parks & Recreation Building

Fees (includes all 4 days)
$160 Resident
$180 Non-Resident

How to Register
Registration is in person only at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk. Registration remains open until camp fills.
Spots are limited — register early!
Flyer for Spring Adult Softball Leagues beginning April 27. $500 per team Graphic features a yellow softball placed on the foul line.
Adult Softball Leagues Are Back!
Is your team ready? Southfield’s Adult Softball Leagues return this spring with competitive play, multiple league options, and guaranteed games at Inglenook Park.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to get back on the field, there’s a league for you!

Program Details
Ages: 18+
Location: Inglenook Park
Game Times: 6:20 PM – 8:50 PM

Spring League April 27 – June 29
Summer League July 13 – September 3

What’s Included
• 10 games guaranteed
• Playoffs for the top 4 teams in each league
• Balls, rulebook & scorebook provided
• Awards for league and playoff winners
• Open to men and women of all skill levels
• Single Player Option available

Team Fees
$500 per league
+ $25 cash umpire fee due at each game

League Nights
• Men’s E League – Monday Nights
• Men’s C League – Tuesday Nights
• Men’s D League – Thursday Nights
• Co-Rec League – Thursday Nights

For more details or to register, email: amickens@cityofsouthfield.com
Flyer for the March schedule of Park Adventures group walks on Thursday mornings at 9 AM
Get outside and explore Southfield’s parks with Park Adventures, guided strolls through scenic parks and nature preserves that offer light exercise, fresh air, and new discoveries each week.

Please note we do not walk if the temperature is forecast below 15°

Please meet at the designated park parking lot and dress for the weather and walking on natural surfaces.

March Park Adventure Walk Schedule

Thursday, March 5 – 9 AM
Inglenook Park, 20901 W. Twelve Mile Rd.

Thursday, March 12 – 9 AM
Freeway Park/Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve, eastbound Lincoln, west of Greenfield

Thursday, March 19 – 9 AM
Red Pole Park, meet at the Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen

Thursday, March 26 – 9 AM
Civic Center Park, 26000 Evergreen Rd

Bring a friend, and come explore Southfield’s parks with us!
Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office coming to Southfield. Wednesday, April 15, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road. Services include license renewals, IDs, title transfers, and disability placards. Book appointment by calling Southfield Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.
Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office coming to Southfield. Wednesday, April 15, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road. Services include license renewals, IDs, title transfers, and disability placards. Book appointment by calling Southfield Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.

The Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office will visit the Southfield Pavilion on Wednesday, April 15 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM to provide convenient, local access to essential services.

Residents will be able to complete a variety of Secretary of State transactions without traveling to a branch office.

Available services include:
• Driver’s license renewals
• Michigan ID services
• Title transfers
• Disability placards

Appointments are required for all services.

To schedule your visit, please contact Southfield Senior Services at (248) 796-4650 during regular office hours.
Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road
Cover of the Jan-March 2026 Southfield Scribe Senior Newsletter

The Southfield Scribe, Winter Warm Up is here!

The January–March 2026 edition of the Southfield Scribe senior newsletter is currently being mailed to residents and is also available online. This winter issue highlights a wide variety of programs designed to keep older adults active, engaged, and connected throughout the season.

Winter is the perfect time to explore something new or reconnect with favorite activities. We encourage residents to browse the Scribe and choose a program that sparks interest and brings joy during the colder months.

Click the link below to explore the newsletter, then call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650 to learn more or register.

The Southfield Scribe January-March 2026

❄️ Lace Up & Hit the Ice! ⛸️🏒

We’ve expanded our ice programming this fall at the Southfield Sports Arena—something for every skater!

 

Weekday (Mon, Wed & Fri) Options

  • Open Skates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • 12–1:20 PM • $4/person

  • 🏒 Sticks & Pucks: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • 10:30–11:50 AM • $8/person

👟 Skate rental available: $3/pair
📞 Call (248) 796-4640 for more details

 

 

 

Weekend Options

  • 🎉 Open Skates: Saturdays • 6:30–7:50 PM | Sundays • 3–4:20 PM
    $4/resident • $5/non-resident

  • 🏒 Sticks & Pucks: Sundays • 12–1:20 PM • $8/person

👟 Skate rental available: $3/pair
📞 Call (248) 796-4640 for more details

 

Dog Park informational graphic

Memberships for The Dog Park at Lahser Woods are officially open! 🐾

🎉 Big news, Southfield! Memberships for the Dog Park at Lahser Woods are officially OPEN! 🐾

This brand-new park was designed just for pups (and their people) with:
✔️ Separate small & large dog areas
✔️ Secure, fenced play space
✔️ Solar-lit walking paths
✔️ Expanded parking lot with EV-charging coming soon
Park Opens for Play: Friday, October 10
$45/year (includes first dog) + $10/additional dog (up to 3 dogs/household)
Click the button below and begin your application today!

🐾 Thanks to Oakland County Parks for helping make this project possible through a Community Park & Trail Capital Grant!

The Dog Park at Lahser Woods

The mission of the Southfield Parks & Recreation Department is to provide excellence and equal opportunity in leisure, cultural and recreational services to all Southfield residents. Our purpose is to provide safe, educationally challenging, convenient leisure opportunities, utilizing public open space and quality leisure facilities to enhance the quality of life for Southfield’s total population that might not otherwise be available.