Parks & Recreation

Informational graphic featuring the 2025 lineup for the free Summer in the City outdoor concerts
Summer in the City is BACK!
Join us for free outdoor concerts on the front lawn of the Southfield Municipal Campus on June 27, July 11, 18 & 25 from 7–9 PM. Enjoy live jazz, R&B, soul, funk, and more—plus a rotating lineup of food trucks offering tasty eats.

Music Lineup:
June 27: Denise David & the Motor City Sensations – Pop, Funk, R&B, Blues & Motown
July 11: Alise King – R&B & Soul
July 18: Aguanko – Latin Jazz
July 25: Drey Skonie & the Klouds – Retro with a modern twist

Food Trucks (vary by date):
Egg Roll Diva, Stephens Southern Delights, Hero or Villain, Kona Ice, Jackson Five Star Catering

Bring your blankets, chairs, and friends—it’s the perfect summer night out for the whole family!
Informational graphic featuring the 2025 lineup for the free Gazebo Concerts
Join us Tuesday evenings at 7 PM starting July 8 at the beautiful Burgh Historical Park for free outdoor concerts in a charming, historic setting.

Music Lineup:
July 8: Rhythm Method – Jazz, Funk
July 15: Yaminah Brock – R&B & Soul
July 29: Kathleen Murray Band –Rock and Blues

Bring your blankets, chairs, and loved ones and enjoy live music under the summer sky. A perfect way to unwind and enjoy the season!
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Park It Family Fun Night Returns to the Southfield Municipal Campus!
Join us for a night of free, family-friendly fun on Monday, July 14 at the Southfield Municipal Campus!
The evening kicks off at 6:30 PM with live music, and the fun continues with:
• Inflatable bounce house (don’t forget to bring socks!)
• Face painting
• Hot dog & lemonade carts
• Snacks available for purchase
• And much more!
When the sun sets around 8 PM, grab your blanket or lawn chairs and settle in for an outdoor movie featuring Inside Out 2 (Rated PG, 2024). Join Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust as they meet the newest emotion—Anxiety!
Pro tip: Bug spray is a good idea!
Southfield Municipal Campus (26000 Evergreen Road)
This FREE event is brought to you by the Southfield Parks & Recreation Department in partnership with Park It Family Fun Nights and our generous sponsor, Meijer.
For more info, call (248) 796-4620.
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Cool Off at Southfield Days at the Oak Park Pool!

Looking for a way to beat the heat? Make a splash with us this summer at our exclusive Southfield Days at the Oak Park Pool—a special opportunity just for Southfield residents to relax, swim, and soak up some summer fun!

🗓Event Dates:
June
Sunday, June 29

July
Saturday, July 26
Sunday, July 13

August
Saturday, August 9
Sunday, August 17

Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Location: Oak Park Pool, 14300 Oak Park Blvd. (between Greenfield and Coolidge)
Features: Zero-depth entry & splash zone for kids
Free Admission for Southfield Residents! (Bring your ID)
Free refreshments for the first 40 residents!

So grab your swimsuit, towel, and your friends to escape the heat and dive into a cool evening of community fun!

A huge thank you to our amazing neighbors at the City of Oak Park for making these refreshing evenings possible!
Informational graphic featuring the 2025 schedule for Recreation on the Move
Bringing the fun to a park near you!

Recreation on the Move is a free drop-in program for children ages 5–13 that brings games, crafts, and nature activities right to your neighborhood park. Join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 24 through August 14, as we visit parks throughout Southfield from 4:00–6:00 pm.

Each visit includes a variety of fun and engaging activities:

🏃 Sports equipment for games like soccer, frisbee, and parachute play

🎨 Hands-on crafts such as rock painting, beaded trees, and geode cracking

🐞 Nature-based activities like bug catching, spider spotting, and guided walks through Bauervic Woods

This program is a great way for families to enjoy the outdoors and participate in summer fun—no registration required!

For program updates or weather-related changes, call us at (248) 796-4620 or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
picture of a smiling group of people at Red Pole Park at a Park Adventure
Looking for a fun, refreshing way to enjoy nature? Join us for Park Adventure Walks, a weekly stroll through nature led by Cathy!
Enjoy light exercise, discover local plants and wildlife, and soak up the fresh air with a friendly group of nature lovers. You never know what you’ll spot along the trail!
We'll meet you at the parking lot the park at 9 am unless otherwise noted. Can't wait to see you there!

Thursday, June 5 Freeway Park/Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve, eastbound Lincoln, west of Greenfield Rd.

Thursday, June 12 Art Walk to Red Pole Park, Begins at the Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Rd.

Thursday, June 26 Civic Center Park Nature Trails 26000 Evergreen Rd., meet by Picnic Shelter #1
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Southfield Basketball Camp helps young athletes build their skills through daily drills focused on ball-handling, shooting off the dribble, passing, and more. Campers will also explore the mental side of the game, while developing leadership and sportsmanship. Plus, they’ll put their skills to the test in exciting 5-on-5 games!

Presented in partnership with the Reggie McKenzie Foundation, this camp is led by coordinators Glynn Blackwell, Chico Hamilton, and Alexus Williams.

Five weekly sessions will be held from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Beech Woods Recreation Center.
Camp Tuition:
• $140/week for Southfield residents (ages 7–17)
• $160/week for non-resident children

Register in person only at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk or Beech Woods Recreation Center, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
For more information, please call Beech Woods Recreation Center at (248) 796-4670.
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The latest edition of The Southfield Scribe is here!

Discover upcoming programs, special events, new classes, day trips, and more—designed just for our 50+ community. Click the link below to explore the newsletter, then call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650 to learn more or register.

The Southfield Scribe April-June 2025
Picture of the cover the Summer 2025 Parks & Recreation Activities Guide featuring the Touch-a-Truck event

☀️ Summer fun is on the horizon! ☀️

The Summer Parks & Recreation Activities Guide arrives in mailboxes this week, packed with exciting opportunities for all ages:

✨ Family events like Touch-a-Truck, Bike Safety Night & more
✨ Summer Camps for kids
✨ Golf & driving range programs
✨ Senior classes & events

Registration is now open! Click the Register Online Today button below.

Summer 2025 Parks & Recreation Activities Guide
We are hiring announcement with pictures of various staff members and activities
Opportunities Available for
Seasonal (up to 40 hours a week) and
Part-Time (30 hours a week or less)
Workers 18 Years and Older
Find details on all the Parks & Recreation positions available by clicking the Apply Today! button

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.