Picnic Shelter Reservation Opening Day
Saturday, March 14
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Southfield Pavilion
Picnic shelter reservations are available to Southfield residents and Business Leisure Card holders only.
How Opening Day Works
- Please enter through the east doors of the Southfield Pavilion.
- Doors will open at 8:00 AM for participants to begin lining up inside.
- Staff will distribute numbered tickets as guests enter the building.
- Reservations will begin promptly at 8:00 AM and will be processed in numerical order.
- We do not recognize unofficial sign-in sheets posted by participants.
What to Bring
- Valid photo ID
- Payment method (payment in full is required at booking)
- A few backup dates in case your preferred shelter or date is already reserved
- Please come prepared — leaving the line to retrieve items may result in losing your place.
For additional information, contact the Parks & Recreation Information Desk at (248) 796-4620
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Calling all little princesses ages 2–12 and their favorite guy! Join Southfield Parks & Recreation for a magical afternoon of dancing, fun, and quality time together at our annual Daddy Daughter Dance.
Enjoy music, dancing, refreshments, and special moments you’ll treasure long after the last song plays.
What to Expect
• Music and dancing
• Special guest appearances by Princess Tiana and Belle
• Refreshments including chicken tenders, salad, and sweets
• A special gift for each child
• Plenty of photo-worthy moments
Dress your best and don’t forget your camera!
Event Details
Saturday, March 21
4–6 PM
Location: Southfield Pavilion
Ages: 2–12 (with adult)
Fee (per person)
• $20 Southfield residents
• $25 Non-residents
Everyone attending must have a ticket. No ticket sales at the door.
How to Register
Register online or in person at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk
Payment must be made by cash or credit card.
Break out the neon and come dance with us! Join Southfield Parks & Recreation for our first-ever Family Dance, a retro 80s–themed celebration for the whole crew. Enjoy an afternoon of music, movement, and memory-making as families come together for a fun-filled party.
Parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins — everyone’s invited!
What to Expect
• DJ and dancing
• Bounce houses
• Light refreshments
• Plenty of photo-worthy moments
• A fun, family-friendly atmosphere
Event Details
Sunday, March 22
2–4 PM
Location: Southfield Pavilion (26000 Evergreen Rd.)
Ages: 2 and up
Everyone attending must have a ticket.
Admission
• $10 Southfield residents
• $15 Non-residents
Registration deadline: Thursday, March 19
How to Register
Tickets are available online or at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk.
For more information, call 248-796-4620.
Our program emphasizes sportsmanship, participation, teamwork, and having fun while learning the game. Players are placed in age-appropriate divisions to ensure balanced competition and positive development at every level.
League Divisions
Grades 2–3
• 6 weeks of games
• An introductory league designed for younger players to experience teamwork and learn basic game concepts.
• Saturdays, March 7 – May 9 | 9:00–10:00 AM
• Mandatory Drills & Draft: March 7 & 14 | 9:00–10:30 AM
• 9-week program
• Resident: $100 | Non-Resident: $120
Grades 4–5
• 8 weeks of games
• Builds on fundamentals with slightly more structured gameplay and strategy.
• Saturdays, March 14 – May 9 | 10:00–11:00 AM
• Mandatory Drills & Draft: March 14 & 21 | 10:00–11:30 AM
• 10-week program
• Resident: $120 | Non-Resident: $140
Grades 6–8
• 8 weeks of games
• A more competitive division for older players, focusing on skill application, teamwork, and game awareness.
• Saturdays, March 14 – May 9 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
• Mandatory Drills & Draft: March 14 & 21 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
• 10-week program
• Resident: $120 | Non-Resident: $140
Additional Information
Practices are held on Fridays at Beech Woods Recreation Center.
Additional practice times may be offered.
All participants must attend their division’s mandatory drills and draft dates.
Interested in volunteering as a coach?
Contact Angelica Mickens at (248) 796-4681.
Register Today
Spots fill quickly each season. Register early to secure your child’s place on the court and be part of another great winter of Youth Basketball at Beech Woods Recreation Center
Is your team ready? Southfield’s Adult Softball Leagues return this spring with competitive play, multiple league options, and guaranteed games at Inglenook Park.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to get back on the field, there’s a league for you!
Program Details
Ages: 18+
Location: Inglenook Park
Game Times: 6:20 PM – 8:50 PM
Spring League April 27 – June 29
Summer League July 13 – September 3
What’s Included
• 10 games guaranteed
• Playoffs for the top 4 teams in each league
• Balls, rulebook & scorebook provided
• Awards for league and playoff winners
• Open to men and women of all skill levels
• Single Player Option available
Team Fees
$500 per league
+ $25 cash umpire fee due at each game
League Nights
• Men’s E League – Monday Nights
• Men’s C League – Tuesday Nights
• Men’s D League – Thursday Nights
• Co-Rec League – Thursday Nights
For more details or to register, email: amickens@cityofsouthfield.com
Camp highlights include:
• 4 days of crafts, games and more!
• A Magical Day with Magician Gordon Russ
• Decades Day – A throwback kind of day
• Black History Fun with Ber-Henda Williams
• Mad Science Slime Workshop
Campers should bring a lunch and dress for the weather.
Camp Details
Monday, March 30 - Thursday, April 2
9 AM–4 PM (please arrive by 9 AM daily)
Location: Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
Fees (includes all 4 days)
$160 Resident
$180 Non-Resident
How to Register
Registration is in person only at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk. Registration remains open until camp fills.
Spots are limited — register early!
Get creative this March with a series of hands-on art workshops offered by Southfield Parks & Recreation. From fiber arts and ceramics to relaxing drawing techniques and alcohol ink design, these workshops are a great way to explore new creative skills and enjoy time making something unique.
Felting Florals – Fiber Art Workshop
Thursday, March 12
6–8 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
Create beautiful felted floral designs in this beginner-friendly fiber arts workshop.
Inspired by Zentangle – Drawing & Relaxation Workshop
Tuesday, March 17
6–8 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
Learn simple, relaxing drawing techniques inspired by the Zentangle method.
Alcohol Ink Tiles – Alcohol Ink Workshop
Thursday, March 19
6:30–8 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
Explore vibrant alcohol-based inks and create colorful decorative tiles.
Ceramic Trinket Dish – Ceramic Workshop
Friday, March 20
6–9 PM
Burgh Historical Park
Design and create your own ceramic trinket dish in this hands-on clay workshop.
How to Register
Register online, by phone at 248-796-4620, or in person at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk.
Please note we do not walk if the temperature is forecast below 15°
Please meet at the designated park parking lot and dress for the weather and walking on natural surfaces.
March Park Adventure Walk Schedule
Thursday, March 5 – 9 AM
Inglenook Park, 20901 W. Twelve Mile Rd.
Thursday, March 12 – 9 AM
Freeway Park/Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve, eastbound Lincoln, west of Greenfield
Thursday, March 19 – 9 AM
Red Pole Park, meet at the Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen
Thursday, March 26 – 9 AM
Civic Center Park, 26000 Evergreen Rd
Bring a friend, and come explore Southfield’s parks with us!
Set sail for an afternoon of fun at Fantastic Voyage! Join Southfield Senior Services for a cruise-themed celebration featuring dinner, live music, dancing, and interactive games in a festive, social setting.
Nautical or cruise attire encouraged!
What to Expect
• Dinner
• Music & Dancing
• Bingo, Blackjack & more (games are for fun only — no money exchanged)
• A relaxed, cruise-inspired atmosphere
Event Details
Saturday, March 14
4–7 PM
Location: Parks & Recreation Building
26000 Evergreen Road
Fee
• $30 Southfield residents
• $35 non-residents
Registration deadline: March 9
How to Register
Call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650 to register or for more information.
The Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office will visit the Southfield Pavilion on Wednesday, April 15 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM to provide convenient, local access to essential services.
Residents will be able to complete a variety of Secretary of State transactions without traveling to a branch office.
Available services include:
• Driver’s license renewals
• Michigan ID services
• Title transfers
• Disability placards
Appointments are required for all services.
To schedule your visit, please contact Southfield Senior Services at (248) 796-4650 during regular office hours.
Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road
❄️ 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.
