Get in the game with Southfield Parks & Recreation at our FREE Sports Day! Kids can explore different sports, meet our team, and enjoy a fun, active morning outdoors.
Whether your child is trying something new or already loves the game, this is a great opportunity to build skills, gain confidence, and have fun.
What to Expect
• Try soccer, flag football, and baseball/softball
• Beginner-friendly activities—no experience needed
• Meet Parks & Recreation staff and learn about programs
• Flexible schedule—join one session or stay for all three
Event Details
Date: Saturday, May 30
Location: Municipal Campus Front Lawn (Civic Center Park)
26000 Evergreen Rd
Sports Schedule
• Soccer: 10:00–11:00 AM (Ages 4–14)
• Flag Football: 11:15 AM–12:15 PM (Ages 7–14)
• Baseball & Softball: 12:30–1:30 PM (Ages 4–14)
Cost
FREE to attend
Registration
While this is a free event, we kindly ask participants to register in advance so we can plan accordingly.
Register using the Register Online Today! button
Questions?
Call Angelica at (248) 796-4681
Southfield Parks & Recreation is offering two fun baseball opportunities this summer at John R. Miller Park. Whether your child is just getting started in T-Ball or looking to build baseball fundamentals through skill development, these programs provide a supportive and recreational environment for young players.
Youth Baseball: T-Ball
A fun, recreational T-Ball league focused on skill development, local practices, and games in Southfield. Participants receive a jersey and hat. Parents are required to volunteer at least one practice or game during the season.
Ages: 4–6 years old
Location:
John R. Miller Park
18450 Webster Avenue
Dates: Sundays, June 7 – July 19 (No games July 5)
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Fees:
Residents: $90
Non-residents: $105
Youth Baseball Clinic
Build confidence and learn the fundamentals of baseball including hitting, fielding, throwing, and base running in a supportive environment. Perfect for beginners and players looking to continue developing their skills.
Ages: 7–13 years old
Location:
John R. Miller Park
18450 Webster Avenue
Dates: Sundays, June 7 – July 19 (No class July 5)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Fees:
Residents: $90
Non-residents: $105
Register online or at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk. For more information, contact Angelica at 248-796-4681.
Clean out the playroom, refresh the kids’ closets, and shop great deals at the Southfield Parks & Recreation Mom 2 Mom Sale! Browse gently used children’s clothing, toys, books, accessories and more at budget-friendly prices.
Event Details
• Saturday, June 13
• 10 AM–2 PM
• Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road
• FREE admission
What to Expect
• Gently used children’s clothing
• Toys, books and accessories
• Budget-friendly prices
• Indoor shopping at the Southfield Pavilion
Interested in Selling?
Vendor tables are available for $20 each (limit 2 tables per family). Children’s items only, please.
To reserve a table, call Holly at 248-796-4604
Table reservation deadline: Wednesday, June 10
We look forward to seeing you this June at the Southfield Pavilion!
Spend your summer evenings enjoying free live music outdoors during Southfield Parks & Recreation’s Summer in the City Concert Series on the Southfield Municipal Campus Front Lawn.
This year’s lineup features a variety of crowd-pleasing performances ranging from blues and Motown favorites to pop, rock and dance hits. Food trucks will also be on site during each concert.
Participants are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating.
2026 Summer in the City Concert Series
Southfield Municipal Campus Front Lawn
7-9 PM
Free admission.
Friday, June 26 | 7-9 PM
Chris Canas Band - Detroit’s Prince of the Blues
Food vendors on site: Kona Ice, Mookey’s Greens & Beans and Mr. Pit Master Barbeque.
Friday, July 10 | 7-9 PM
Sound Proof Band - Motown • R&B • Disco • 70s–90s Hits
Food vendors on site: Kona Ice, Mookey’s Greens &Beans and Mr. Pit Master Barbeque.
Friday, July 31 | Special extended concert: 7-10 PM
Your Generation in Concert - Five decades of pop, rock & dance hits
Food vendors on site: Stephen’s Southern Delight Ice Cream, Eggroll Diva and Fun Food Express.
Contact nbush@cityofsouthfield.com for additional information on the Summer in the City concert series.
Looking for a fun way to stay active, enjoy friendly competition, and meet new people this summer? Join the Senior (50+) Cornhole League! This weekly league offers a relaxed, social atmosphere where participants can team up, enjoy friendly games, and compete for end-of-season prizes.
Grab a partner and join the fun—whether you're an experienced player or just tossing for fun, all skill levels are welcome.
League Details:
Dates: Mondays, June 8 – July 27
Time: 7:00–9:00 PM
Location: Municipal Campus Front Lawn
26000 Evergreen Road
Ages: 50+
Cost: $60 per team (two players)
League Features:
• Weekly games
• Teams of two
• Double-elimination format
• Friendly, social competition
• Championship playoff during Week 7
• Top teams recognized with prizes and awards
Registration is available online or at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk.
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 1
For questions or more information, contact Senior Services at 248-796-4650.
Get ready to compete, stay active, and enjoy some friendly competition this summer with Southfield Parks & Recreation’s new Adult Flag Football Summer League!
Beginning June 28 at Civic Center Park, teams will compete in a 6-game regular season leading up to a championship game to determine this season’s league winner.
Men’s and Co-Ed leagues are available, and players of all skill levels are welcome to participate. Games will follow standard non-contact flag football rules and will be officiated.
League Information
• Ages: 18+
• Season Dates: June 28 – August 16
• Location: Civic Center Park
• Team Fee: $450 per team
• Team Size: 8–12 players
• Registration Deadline: June 15
• Registration Options
• Team registration available
• Individual players may also register and be placed on a team based on availability
What to Expect
• 6-game regular season
• Championship game
• Non-contact gameplay
• Officiated games
• Fun and welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels
Register online today: https://bit.ly/AdultFlagFootballSummer26
Questions? Call Angelica at (248) 796-4681.
Get outside and explore Southfield with our June Park Adventures series! These guided morning walks are a great way to enjoy local parks, discover hidden gems, and connect with the community. Walks begin at 9 AM and are open to all.
June Schedule:
• June 4 - Inglenook Park, 20901 W. Twelve Mile Rd.
• June 11 - Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve, 27225 W. Ten Mile Rd.
• June 18 - Berberian Woods Nature Preserve, Streamwood Lane, south of Twelve Mile Rd.
• June 25 - Bauervic Woods Park, 20545 W. Nine Mile Rd.
Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
For more information, contact Nicole at 248-796-4667.
Get outside, get inspired, and create something uniquely your own! Art Walks invite participants of all ages to explore Southfield’s parks through a creative lens—discovering textures, colors, and patterns in nature along the way.
What to Expect
• A guided walk through one of Southfield’s scenic parks
• Opportunities to observe textures, shadows, and natural details
• A hands-on art project inspired by what you discover
• A relaxed, creative environment for all skill levels
Event Details
Locations & Dates:
• Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve
– Tuesday, July 21 (6–7 PM)
• Civic Center Park
– Sunday, August 2 (3–4 PM)
• Inglenook Park
– Saturday, June 27 (12:30–1:30 PM)
Fee: Free
Ages: All ages welcome
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
Registration
Pre-registration is recommended as spots are limited.
Register online or at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk.
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.
