Saturday, December 13 | Southfield Pavilion
Southfield Parks & Recreation is excited to introduce the all-new Soulful Santa Workshop & Holiday Market! Enjoy a festive day of family fun including:
🎅 Professional photos with Black Santa
🎨 Elf Workshop Stations — create ornaments, cards, DIY gifts & write letters to Santa
🧑🎄 Visits with costumed characters
☕ Hot Cocoa Bar & baked goods vendor
🛍️ Holiday Market open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. for all your gift-shopping needs
Tickets: $8 Southfield residents | $10 non-residents
All attendees ages 2 + must have a ticket. One adult must be present per family.
Purchase tickets at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk (26000 Evergreen Rd) or by using the Register Online Today! Button below.
Tickets will also be available at the door, as space allows.
For more info, call (248) 796-4620
Ready, set…decorate!
Join us for a sweet and spirited Gingerbread House Workshop with a twist — it’s also a friendly contest! Build and decorate your very own gingerbread house using provided supplies, then see how your creation stacks up in our lighthearted competition.
All supplies are included, and prizes will be awarded! No baking skills required — just bring your creativity and holiday cheer.
Date: Wednesday, December 17
Time: 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Location: Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Rd.
Fee: $15 Southfield Resident | $20 Non-Resident
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, December 10
To register, call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.
Participants will learn the fundamentals of the game, including rules, scoring, court positioning, and basic techniques—all while building confidence on the court.
Beech Woods Recreation Center, 22200 Beech Rd.
Session Dates & Times
Session 1: January 13 – February 12
• 10–11 AM
• 11:15 AM–12:15 PM
Registration deadline: January 9
Session 2: February 24 – March 24
• 10–11 AM
• 11:15 AM–12:15 PM
Registration deadline: February 20
Fee
$25 Residents | $30 Non-Residents
Whether you're brand new to pickleball or simply curious to give it a try, this class is the perfect introduction.
For more information or to register, call 248-796-4650.
Stay active. Learn something new. Have fun on the court!
Tuesday, December 23 | 5–6:50 p.m.
Southfield Sports Arena • 26000 Evergreen Rd.
Celebrate the season of giving with a night on the ice at our annual Skate for a Cause! Take a break from the holiday rush and enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening while supporting local families in need.
Admission and skate rental are FREE with the donation of a non-perishable food item per person. Everything collected will go directly to local food assistance programs serving Southfield families.
Whether you're lacing up for the first time or you’re a seasoned skater, everyone is welcome! Bring friends, bring family, and help spread some holiday cheer in a meaningful way.
For more information, call (248) 796-4620.
❄️ Lace Up & Hit the Ice! ⛸️🏒
We’ve expanded our ice programming this fall at the Southfield Sports Arena—something for every skater!
Weekday (Mon, Wed & Fri) Options
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✨ Open Skates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • 12–1:20 PM • $4/person
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🏒 Sticks & Pucks: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays • 10:30–11:50 AM • $8/person
👟 Skate rental available: $3/pair
📞 Call (248) 796-4640 for more details
Weekend Options
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🎉 Open Skates: Saturdays • 6:30–7:50 PM | Sundays • 3–4:20 PM
$4/resident • $5/non-resident -
🏒 Sticks & Pucks: Sundays • 12–1:20 PM • $8/person
👟 Skate rental available: $3/pair
📞 Call (248) 796-4640 for more details
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.
