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Beech Woods Recreation Center

The Beech Woods Recreation Center features 17,000 square feet of gymnasium space. The Center has the capability to run three collegiate basketball games simultaneously. If volleyball is more your game, the gym has the ability to run four volleyball games at once.

The Beech Woods Recreation Center hosts a number of Southfield Parks & Recreation programs including youth basketball leagues in the fall, winter, and spring beginning in September, January and April. For more information on our basketball leagues please contact the Beech Woods Recreation center office at (248) 796-4670.

Beech Woods Recreation Center also offers sporting opportunities for people with disabilities and for adults ages 50 years and over. Adaptive programs include wheelchair basketball, golf and tennis. Senior adult programs include bounce volleyball, tennis, pickleball and golf. Check out the Senior Activities page of this site or call (248) 796-4670 for more details.

Southfield Sports Arena

The Southfield Sports Arena (located on the grounds of the Southfield Municipal Complex) is a multi-use complex with a regulation NHL ice surface. There are vending machines on site providing refreshments. Call (248) 796-4640 for more information.

P&R Building & Southfield Pavilion

The Parks & Recreation Building is located at the north end of the Southfield Municipal Complex (26000 Evergreen Road). The building houses the main Parks & Recreation offices, the main Information Desk where program registration takes place for numerous classes including dance, aerobic and art classes and is the location of the Senior Services offices and many of their activities. Many of the rooms in the Parks & Recreation Building are also available for rental.

The Southfield Pavilion, located within the Southfield Municipal Complex at 26000 Evergreen Road, has hosted conferences for over 2,000 people to trade shows featuring over 170 (8 x 8) exhibition booths. Break out space is available in five additional rooms located in the Parks & Recreation Building. Free parking for over 1,200 vehicles, as well as quick access to major area freeways such as M-10 (Lodge), I-696 and the Southfield Freeway, make it easy for your attendees to find your event. The Southfield Pavilion is available for rental. Please refer to the Rental Opportunities section of this website for specific details.

Burgh Historical Park

The Burgh Historical Park is one of Southfield’s hidden gems. Located on the northeast corner of Civic Center Drive and Berg Road the park features renovated turn of the century buildings nestled within beautiful manicured lawns and abundant flower gardens offering a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Gazebo Concert Series
Held each year at the Gazebo at the Burgh Historical Park, these concerts have become a staple of the summer season, not only for Southfield, but for Oakland County.

Please note: the Burgh Historical Park and it's buildings are no longer available for rental.

Parks & Recreation Senior Services

The Senior Services office remains closed to the public but you can register for Senior Services programs at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk Window inside the Southfield Pavilion, Monday-Friday from 9 am - 5 pm. You can also call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650, Monday-Thursday 9 am - 4 pm and Friday, 9 am - 2 pm.

The Parks & Recreation Senior Services (formerly known as the Adult Recreation Center 50+) offices are located within the Parks & Recreation Building at 26000 Evergreen Road. Senior Services offer comprehensive programs including classes, trips, nutrition and outreach programs, and a variety of other services. Some of the most popular offerings include monthly casino and luncheon trips, and various athletic leagues including golf and bounce volleyball. Many of these activities allow seniors the opportunity to participate in athletic competitions at both the city and county level. Please call (249) 796-4650 for more information on senior programming in Southfield.

You can find more details concerning services offered at or through Senior Services on the Services for Seniors page of this site.:

  • Medicare/Medicaid assistance
  • Free tax assistance from AARP
  • TOSS (Transportation of Southfield Seniors) offers assistance with transportation to and from banks and medical appointments. 

Senior Services offers seniors a wide range of activities throughout the year. The Southfield Scribe, is a free, newsletter that can keep you informed on these events and other issues of importance. You can view the current edition of The Southfield Scribe on the Senior Activities page of this website or you can call (248) 796-4650 to be put on the mailing list.