sterlingmade Summer 2026

parks&recreation

Facilities & Seasonal Amenities

Community Garden Grow vegetables, flowers and plants in raised, in-ground, or accessible garden beds. Includes soil, compost, tools, and water. The garden hosts workshops and volunteer days. SAT/SUN 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $20-$120 per seasonal bed rental Location: 2775 15 Mile Rd. The Conservatory Step inside this beautiful exhibit to see native butterflies up close. Memorial Day through Labor Day T-F 1-6:30 p.m. Dodge Park Splash Pad Cool off at the 7,800- square-foot splash pad featuring playful water jets, shaded seating and family-friendly amenities. Sensory Friendly Mondays provide a calmer, more inclusive experience. M 5/23-9/7 Noon-8 p.m. Sensory M 6/15-8/10 10-11:45 a.m. T-SUN 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Free/$5 Location: 40620 Utica Rd. Dog Park Your pup can play off-leash at this fenced dog park featuring separate areas for all sized dogs, plus picnic tables, water access and waste sta tions. Registration, proof of vaccina tions and a dog license are required. SAT & SUN 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: 2775 15 Mile Rd.

Community Center/ Parks & Recreation Main Office The 98,000 square foot Sterling Heights Community Center is our all-in-one hub for play, wellness, creativity, and connection. It’s packed with courts, studios, event space and programs that keep every generation moving, learning, and gathering together. Memorial Day through Labor Day Business Hours M-F 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Building Hours M/T/W/F 9 a.m.-8 p.m. TH 9 a.m.-5 p.m., SUN Closed Free/$5 Additional fees apply for programs and rentals. Location: 40250 Dodge Park Rd.

Athletic Hub A dedicated indoor recreation space featuring nine pickleball courts and six table tennis tables for players of all skill levels and abilities utilizing state of-the-art technology. The facility also includes social gathering spaces throughout, a café/marketplace for enjoying refreshments and a meet ing/party room available for rentals and programs. If you’re looking for drop-in play, lessons, leagues, or tour naments — this is the place for you! Memorial Day through Labor Day M/T/W/F 9 a.m.-7 p.m. TH & SAT 9 a.m.-5 p.m., SUN closed Free/$5 Additional fees apply for programs and rentals. Location: 35630 Van Dyke Ave.

Bocce Barn Ages 18+ The Bocce Barn is a great space to enjoy quality time with friends, family, and fellow yard game enthusiasts without having to worry about rain, wind or mosquitos! In addition to bocce, cornhole and ladder golf are also available for game play during drop-in hours. Cornhole will be played on one court every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday afternoon. The three-season facility will be open starting Monday, April 20 with opportunities for drop-in play or

rentals for a more private experience on the two artificial turf courts. Rental times may be made in two-hour blocks, and additional hours may be added to extend the rental. Looking to enjoy food and games, picnic tables are available outside the Bocce Barn on the Senior Center patio for use and can be reserved at the time of the reservation for no extra charge! Max rental capacity is 40 people. Rental reservations may be completed in person at the Community Center or at myshpr.net. Location: 40200 Utica Rd. DROP-IN PLAY: M/W/F 5-9 p.m., SUN Noon–6 p.m. 17 & younger must be accompanied by parent or an 18+ guardian. Free/$5 PRIVATE RENTAL FEES:

April-Sept 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Location: 41801 Ryan Rd.

Nature Center Explore exhibits, meet native

wildlife, and discover Michigan’s ecosystems through interactive programs, field trips, parties, and educational experiences. Memorial Day through Labor Day T-SUN 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free (program fees vary) Location: 42700 Utica Rd.

Residents: $100 (2hrs), Non-Residents: $150 (2hrs) Additional Hours: $40, No Rentals: Thursdays, 6/4-8/27

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