Senior Activities

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!
information graphic for the July Park Adventures featuring a picture of a tree lined path at Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve
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, July 3 Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve, 27225 W. Ten Mile Rd.

Thursday, July 10 Berberian Woods Nature Preserve, Streamwood Lane, south of Twelve Mile Rd.

Thursday, July 17 Inglenook Park 20901 W. Twelve Mile Rd.

Thursday, July 24 Freeway Park/Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve. eastbound Lincoln, west of Greenfield

Thursday, July 31 Art Walk to the Red Pole Park, meet at the Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Rd.
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Join us for the 50+ Speaker Series, a free lecture series every Wednesday at 9 AM inside the Southfield Pavilion.
Discover valuable insights on financial planning, medical topics, and volunteer opportunities, all tailored for those 50 and above.

Wed, June 18 Ask Me Anything with Christensen Lawn
Wed, June 25 4 Types of Exercise with Henry Ford Health

For more information, call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.
Informational graphic with details on Senior Drop-in Membership at Southfield Parks & Recreation
Senior Services Drop-In Programs offer a variety of activities at an affordable price. You can register once—either in person, over the phone, or online—and enjoy a year of fun with friends!

For just $10 per year for Southfield residents and $15 per year for non-residents, you can participate in as many or as few activities as you like. These activities are held at both the Parks & Recreation Building and the Beech Woods Recreation Center throughout the week.

At the Parks & Recreation Building, you can join the following drop-in activities from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM:
- Bingo: Tuesdays (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, $0.25 per card)
- Sky Jo: Tuesdays
- Bid Whist: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Bridge: Wednesdays
- Mahjong: Wednesdays

At Beech Woods Recreation Center, the following activities are offered from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM:
- Bounce Volleyball: Mondays & Wednesdays
- Indoor Pickleball: Tuesdays
- Indoor Tennis: Thursdays and Fridays

Come and join the fun!
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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

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 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

Customers coming to the Southfield Parks & Recreation Information Desk are asked to enter the Southfield Pavilion from the plaza deck (east) entrance or the north Pavilion entrance to access the Information Desk Window. 

If you have any questions please call the Information Desk at (248) 796-4620.

Parks & Recreation Information Desk Window

Staying Active With Parks & Recreation

The City of Southfield offers a variety of programs for seniors that will help you stay active. Programs are offered at many sites throughout the city and include bounce volleyball, tennis, softball, chair exercise, golf, tai chi, water exercise, and line dancing. Programs are open to all residents (and non-residents) age 50 and over unless otherwise noted. 

For more information on specific classes, please call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.