Parks & Recreation | City of Southfield

Fall 2026 Southfield Parks & Recreation Activities Guide cover featuring photos of youth basketball players and coaches during games and practices. The cover reads, “Parks & Recreation Southfield: Learn. Play. Grow. This Fall.”

Fall Into Something Fun with Southfield Parks & Recreation!

The Fall 2026 Parks & Recreation Activities Guide is now available online!

There’s plenty to discover this season, with programs, classes and special events for all ages and interests. Find youth and adult sports, fitness and dance classes, arts and enrichment programs, ice skating, golf, activities for ages 50+, family fun and seasonal special events throughout the fall.

Whether you’re ready to learn something new, get active, spend time with family and friends, or simply have some fun, there’s a place for you this fall with Southfield Parks & Recreation.

Explore the Fall 2026 Activities Guide and start planning your season today!

Questions? Call Southfield Parks & Recreation at (248) 796-4620.

Explore the Fall 2026 Activities Guide

Paw-ty in the Park Returns September 20

Grab the leash and bring your pup to the Dog Park at Lahser Woods on Sunday, September 20, from 2–4 PM for an afternoon of dog-friendly fun!

Enjoy interactive activities, vendors, photo opportunities, a paw-print keepsake craft, giveaways, the Dog Trick Contest and more.

This event is free and open to the public.

Get Paw-ty details & dog entry requirements → The Dog Park at Lahser Woods

Purple gymnastics program graphic featuring photos of young children tumbling, balancing, jumping and moving through beginner gymnastics activities. Tumble Bunnies Children’s Programs include Itty Bitty Bunnies for ages 1½–3, Bizzy Bunnies for ages 3–4 and Happy Hoppers for ages 5–7. Classes are held Wednesdays at the Southfield Parks & Recreation Building.

MORE TIME TO JOIN THE FUN!

Fall Session now begins on September 23!

The dates for our Tumblebunnies Gymnastics programs have been adjusted, which means families now have a little extra time to get registered!

Session 1: Sept. 23-Oct. 28

Session 2: Nov. 11 – Dec 23 (still no class Nov. 25)

That extra week means one more chance to get your little gymnast signed up for a fun introduction to movement, gymnastics skills and more with Tumblebunnies!

Learn more about Kids & Teen programs on the Current Events page.

Graphic promoting Weekend Open Skate at Southfield Sports Arena. Sessions are Saturdays from 6:30–7:50 PM and Sundays from 3–4:20 PM. Admission is $4 for residents and $5 for non-residents. Skate rental is $3.

FUN FOR ALL AGES ON THE ICE!

Ice Time is Back at Southfield Sports Arena!

Lace up your skates or grab your hockey gear! Weekday and weekend Open Skate and Sticks & Pucks sessions are back at Southfield Sports Arena.

Whether you’re looking for a fun skate around the rink or some extra time to work on your hockey skills, there’s plenty of time to get on the ice this fall.

View Open Skate & Sticks & Pucks schedules → Current Events

Fall Picnic for Senior 50+ on Friday, Oct. 2 from 11:30 AM-1 PM at Mary Thompson House & Farm. Includes a Honey Baked Ham picnic lunch, live R&B jazz, house tour and garden stroll. Fee is $22 Resident/$27 Non-resident. Call (248) 796-4650.

SENIOR 50+ SPOTLIGHT

Enjoy a Fall Picnic at Mary Thompson House & Farm

Celebrate the season with a picnic lunch, live R&B jazz, a tour of the historic Mary Thompson House and time to stroll the beautiful gardens.

Friday, October 2 | 11:30 AM-1 PM

Get Fall Picnic details → Senior Activities

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.