Ready… aim… FUN! Kids ages 7–10 are invited to the Southfield Pavilion on Friday, November 21 from 6–8 PM for an evening of NERF battles, teamwork, and excitement, while parents enjoy a well-deserved night out!
We’ll provide the darts (ammo) and safety goggles . You just bring your favorite NERF blaster and get ready for fast-paced games like Capture the Flag, Humans vs. Zombies, Hostage, Fortnite, and more!
$5 Residents | $7 Non-Residents
Southfield Pavilion, inside the Parks & Recreation Building at 26000 Evergreen Rd.
Registration deadline: Monday, November 17
Use the Register Online Today! button below or call (248) 796-4620 (Mon-Fri, 8 AM-6 PM) to register.
Spots are limited, so register before time runs out — and get ready to battle it out!
Monday, November 24 | 5–6:50 p.m.
Southfield Sports Arena, 26000 Evergreen Rd.
Give back this holiday season while enjoying an evening on the ice! Admission and skate rental are FREE for each person who brings a non-perishable food donation. All donations will benefit local families in need.
This event is open to all ages — so bring your friends and family, and help make a difference while having fun!
Can’t make it in November? Join us for our second Skate for a Cause event on Tuesday, December 23 from 5–6:50 p.m.
Call (248) 796-4620 for details.
Get into the holiday spirit at our Christmas Wreath Workshop!
You bring the holiday cheer — we’ll provide the pinecones, ribbon, and seasonal greenery. Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind wreath to welcome guests to your home this Christmas.
All supplies are included, and no experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and enjoy a festive morning filled with fun and holiday charm!
Date: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Location: Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Rd.
Fee: $20 Southfield Resident | $22 Non-Resident
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, November 26
To register, call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.
Each outing offers light exercise, a chance to spot local plants and wildlife, and time to enjoy the crisp autumn air with a friendly group of nature lovers. Every walk brings something new—you never know what you’ll discover!
🕘 Walks begin at 9 AM unless otherwise noted. Meet at the designated park parking lot and get ready to explore!
Thursday, November 13 Freeway Park/Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve, eastbound Lincoln, west of Greenfield
Thursday, November 20 Art Walk to Red Pole Park, Meet at the Parks & Recreation building (26000 Evergreen Rd.)
Ready, set…decorate!
Join us for a sweet and spirited Gingerbread House Workshop with a twist — it’s also a friendly contest! Build and decorate your very own gingerbread house using provided supplies, then see how your creation stacks up in our lighthearted competition.
All supplies are included, and prizes will be awarded! No baking skills required — just bring your creativity and holiday cheer.
Date: Wednesday, December 17
Time: 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Location: Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Rd.
Fee: $15 Southfield Resident | $20 Non-Resident
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, December 10
To register, call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.
Tuesday, December 2 | 6–8 PM
Southfield Municipal Campus, 26000 Evergreen Road
Celebrate the season at the annual Southfield Tree Lighting Ceremony!
Join us as Mayor Kenson Siver and city officials welcome the community and Santa makes his grand arrival with the Southfield A&T High School Marching Band to light the city tree.
After the lighting, enjoy an evening of holiday cheer with a petting zoo, ice carving demonstrations, entertainment, take-and-make crafts for kids, and free cookies and hot chocolate in front of City Hall.
Santa will greet children and hear wish lists inside the Southfield Pavilion.
Admission is free. For more information, call (248) 796-4620.
Saturday, December 13 | Southfield Pavilion
Southfield Parks & Recreation is excited to introduce the all-new Soulful Santa Workshop & Holiday Market! Enjoy a festive day of family fun including:
🎅 Professional photos with Black Santa
🎨 Elf Workshop Stations — create ornaments, cards, DIY gifts & write letters to Santa
🧑🎄 Visits with costumed characters
☕ Hot Cocoa Bar & baked goods vendor
🛍️ Holiday Market open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. for all your gift-shopping needs
Tickets: $8 Southfield residents | $10 non-residents
All attendees ages 2 + must have a ticket. One adult must be present per family.
Purchase tickets at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk (26000 Evergreen Rd) or by using the Register Online Today! Button below.
Tickets will also be available at the door, as space allows.
For more info, call (248) 796-4620
❄️ 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
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✨ Open Skates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • 12–1:20 PM • $4/person
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🏒 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
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🎉 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
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.
