KIDS & TEENS
Discover ways for kids and teens to learn, play, create and stay active with programs designed just for them.
Get ready for basketball season! Our Fall Youth Basketball Leagues give boys and girls in grades 4–8 an opportunity to build their basketball skills, develop teamwork and enjoy some friendly competition at Beech Woods Recreation Center.
Grades 4–5
• Saturdays, October 3–December 12
• 10–11 AM
• 6-game schedule
Grades 6–8
• Saturdays, October 3–December 12
• 11 AM–1 PM
• 6-game schedule
Games are held on Saturdays with Friday practices to prepare for them. Additional practice times may be offered.
Fee: $120/Resident | $140/Non-resident
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 2
Location: Beech Woods Recreation Center, 22200 Beech Road
Interested in coaching? Contact Recreation Programmer Angelica Mickens at amickens@cityofsouthfield.com or (248) 796-4681.
Get ready for an afternoon of magic, laughs and plenty of surprises! Michigan’s Family Funny Man, Joel Tacey, is coming to Southfield for a high-energy, interactive show featuring amazing magic, dazzling juggling, wacky stunts and lots of audience participation.
You might not just watch the show...you could become part of it!
And when the magic ends, the fun keeps going! Stick around for an After Glow DJ Dance Party immediately following the show, with music and dancing from approximately 12:45–1:30 PM.
Saturday, October 10
Magic Show: Noon (12 PM)
After Glow DJ Dance Party: Approx. 12:45–1:30 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
26000 Evergreen Road
Ages 2–18
$5 per child | Accompanying adults FREE
Registration deadline: Thursday, October 8
Register online or in person at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk.
Bring the family for the magic, stay for the dance party and make it a Super Saturday full of fun!
For more information, contact Holly at 248-796-4604.
FUN FOR ALL AGES
Build your skills or try something new with instructional programs offering options for youth, teens and adults.
Open Skate at Southfield Sports Arena
Lace up your skates and spend some time on the ice at Southfield Sports Arena! Open Skate sessions are available throughout the week, with weekday lunchtime skates and weekend sessions for the whole family.
Weekday Open Skate
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
12–1:30 PM
$4/person
Skate rental: $3
Weekend Open Skate
Saturdays: 6:30–7:50 PM
Sundays: 3–4:20 PM
Residents: $4 | Non-residents: $5
Skate rental: $3
Open Skate is held at Southfield Sports Arena, 26000 Evergreen Road. For more information, call (248) 796-4640.
Sticks & Pucks at Southfield Sports Arena
Grab your gear and get some extra time on the ice! Sticks & Pucks sessions at Southfield Sports Arena offer hockey players time to work on skating, stickhandling and shooting skills.
Weekday Sticks & Pucks
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
10:30–11:50 AM
$8/person
Sunday Sticks & Pucks
Sundays
12–1:20 PM
$8/person
Equipment Requirements: Adults ages 18 and up must wear a hockey helmet, hockey gloves and hockey skates. Ages 17 and under must wear full hockey equipment, including a helmet with face mask, and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Southfield Sports Arena is located at 26000 Evergreen Road. For more information, call (248) 796-4640.
Special Events
There’s always something happening with Southfield Parks & Recreation! Check out upcoming special events and community activities for all ages.
Join Southfield Parks & Recreation for PinktoberFest on Sunday, October 4 from 3–5 PM at the Southfield Parks & Recreation Building. This free community event is dedicated to breast cancer awareness, education and support while recognizing those whose lives have been impacted by breast cancer.
The afternoon will feature Real Talk: Breast Cancer, a pre-recorded presentation focused on breast cancer prevention from the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute at Wayne State University, followed by an open Q&A session and information and resource booth.
Attendees can also visit an Informational & Wellness Booth with EPIC Health to learn more about breast health, breast exams, early detection and available health and wellness resources.
Want to get moving? Join the Momentum Walking Club for a 5K walk around the Southfield Municipal Campus. Guests can also participate in the Breast Cancer Survivor Honor Wall to recognize a family member, friend, caregiver or colleague.
Sunday, October 4 | 3–5 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building
FREE | Registration required
Register online at PinktoberFest 2026
For registration assistance, contact Ayh’Anna E. Nelson, Community Health Educator, at (313) 576-8382.
Boo Bash is back with a new outdoor experience for 2026! Southfield Parks & Recreation invites kids ages 2–12 and their families to spend a fun-filled fall afternoon at Beech Woods Park on Saturday, October 17 from 1–4 PM.
This year’s event features bounce houses, games and crafts, a basketball trailer and music from DJ Lutalo, plus several special attractions. Meet snakes and reptiles from The Reptarium, visit the animals at the Duke Farms Petting Zoo and take a fall hay ride through the park. Food trucks will also be on site with food available for purchase.
Costumes are encouraged!
Saturday, October 17, 2026
1–4 PM
Beech Woods Park & Picnic Shelter
22200 Beech Road
Admission is $5 per Southfield resident child and $10 per non-resident child. Adults are free with paid child admission.
Boo Bash is designed for children ages 2–12.
Get ready for a howling good time at the Dog Park at Lahser Woods! Join Southfield Parks & Recreation for our first-ever Pup-O-Ween: Sniff & Treat on Wednesday, October 14.
Dress up your furry friend and enjoy an evening of Halloween fun featuring a Sniff & Treat activity, Doggy Paw-Rade, costume contest, prizes and more!
Wednesday, October 14
5:30–7 PM
The Dog Park at Lahser Woods
27577 Lahser Road
FREE admission
All dogs are welcome to join the fun! If your dog is not a current member of the Dog Park at Lahser Woods, please bring a copy of their current vaccination records and a valid Southfield dog license for entry.
Start planning that costume and get ready for an evening of treats, tail wags and Halloween fun!
Get Creative
Tap into your creative side with hands-on classes and workshops designed to inspire, teach and let you make something uniquely yours.
Get creative this fall with Felted Pumpkins & Ghosts, a special workshop presented in partnership with Paint Creek Center for the Arts!
Learn the art of felting as you transform colorful wool into your own 3D pumpkin or ghost to take home. Whether you choose festive or a little spooky, this hands-on workshop is a fun opportunity to learn a new technique while creating a unique piece of fall décor.
No previous felting experience is necessary.
Wednesday, October 14
6:30–8:30 PM
Southfield Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Road
Ages 18+
Registration Fees:
Residents: $30 | Senior residents: $27
Non-residents: $35 | Senior non-residents: $32
Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 7
Spend an evening getting crafty, trying something new and creating a handmade piece perfect for the season!
Register online or in person at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk. Questions? Email nbush@cityofsouthfield.com.
Meet fellow crafters while giving back to the community through The Giving Stitch. Participants create handmade hats, blankets and comfort items for hospital patients and other community members in need.
Dates: September 15-November 17
Time: Tuesdays, 5-7 PM
Location: Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Road
The Giving Stitch is recommended for ages 12+. A parent or guardian must sign a waiver for participants under age 18 on their first day attending.
Adults
Ready to try something new or get back to something you enjoy? Explore upcoming sports, recreation, fitness and enrichment opportunities for adults.
Adult Golf Camp
Improve your game during this three-day Adult Golf Camp led by PGA Teaching Pro Terri Ryan! Each day focuses on a different part of the game, from swing fundamentals and short-game strategy to coached play on the course.
Ages: 19+
Dates: Friday, October 2-Sunday, October 4
Friday, October 2 | Swing Focus
5-7 PM | Beech Woods Driving Range
Swing analysis, irons, hybrids and woods.
Saturday, October 3 | Short Game/Strategy
8-11 AM | Beech Woods Driving Range
Putting, chipping, pitching, bunker shots and strategy.
Sunday, October 4 | On-Course Instruction
8-11 AM | Evergreen Hills Golf Course
9-hole scramble with coaching throughout.
Fee: $150/Resident; $170/Non-Resident
Senior discounts available.
For details or registration information, call (248) 796-4620
Senior 50+
Stay active, connected and engaged! Explore upcoming programs, activities and special events for adults ages 50+. Please check out the Senior Activities page for more great programs, classes and events.
Get outside and explore Southfield with our 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.
We encourage participants to register in advance. Registration is free, helps us plan for attendance, and allows us to notify you of any weather-related cancellations or program updates. You can call Nicole at (248) 796-4667 or use the Register online Today button. Just search Park Adventures.
October Schedule:
• October 1 - Freeway Park/Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve, eastbound Lincoln, west of Greenfield
• October 8 - Berberian Woods Nature Preserve, Streamwood Lane, south of Twelve Mile Rd.
• October 15 - Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve, 27225 W. Ten Mile Rd.
• October 29 - Burgh Historical Park, 26060 Berg Rd.
There is no Park Adventure walk on October 22.
Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Enjoy a fall afternoon at the historic Mary Thompson House & Farm! Gather for a Honey Baked Ham picnic lunch, live R&B jazz, a tour of the Mary Thompson House and time to stroll the beautiful gardens.
Date: Friday, October 2
Time: 11:30 AM-1 PM
Location: Mary Thompson House & Farm, 25630 Evergreen Road
Fee: $22/Resident; $27/Non-resident
Advance tickets are required. Call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650 to get your ticket today!
Get ready to test your music knowledge with a fun twist on traditional bingo! Jukebox Bingo combines bingo, music and sing-along moments for an afternoon of entertainment.
Date: Friday, October 9
Time: 1-2:30 PM
Location: Room 115, Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Road
Fee: $5/Resident; $6.50/Non-resident
Register at the Parks & Recreation Information Desk or call Senior Services at (248) 796-4650.
The Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office is coming to the Southfield Pavilion! Schedule an appointment for convenient access to select Secretary of State services right here in Southfield.
Services include license renewals, ID services, title transfers and disability placards.
Date: Wednesday, October 21
Time: 10 AM-3 PM
Location: Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road
Appointments are required. Call Southfield Senior Services at (248) 796-4650 to book an appointment.
1: Click on our special Detroit Zoo link https://tickets.detroitzoo.org/affiliate.asp?ID=0F8E5784-1B1F-4FDE-8B69-108A9B125D7E This link will take you directly to our special "store" site without the need to enter a password.
2: You can also reach the site by going to https://tickets.detroitzoo.org and enter our exclusive Ticket Store User Name: Southfield parks and recreation
Please note: If you wish to visit the Polk Penguin Conservation Center, you will need to get a free, timed-entry pass. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis at main admissions gate only. We hope you and your family enjoy the Detroit Zoo this season! If you have any questions concerning the Detroit Zoo ticket program please call us at (248) 796-4620.
