Program List

Programs

The City of Monroe Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide range of recreational activities for people of all ages.

The City of Monroe also co-sponsors many recreational programs and leagues at its city parks. Currently, Youth and Adult Ball, Adult Soccer, Adult Sand Volleyball and Exercise in the Park are organized by the Monroe Family YMCA. The Monroe County Opportunity Program organizes Tot Lots at many of our city’s parks. More information on these youth and adult programs found on each of their websites and Facebook pages.

Below is a list of program information and registration information.

Concerts and Events

Summer Concert Series

Our Summer Concert Series is B A C K for 2023!

We are so excited for a full summer of live music at St. Mary's Park! There is so much talent coming to the park this year, you won’t want to miss even one!

See full concert listing on the poster linked below!

Concert Series presented by Monroe Community Credit Union.

Also sponsored by: La-Z-Boy, Comcast Business, UAW Local 723 Monroe, Marcia Siddall, Realtor, EXP Realty, ITC Holdings Corp., Tailor Welded Blanks MX, Williams Insurance Agency of Southeast Michigan, LLC, and DTE Energy.

Select concerts will have food trucks present.

Our Family Friendly events are smoke free. Thank you for your cooperation.

Concerts are weather dependent - no rain dates will be scheduled.

Follow our City of Monroe Parks and Recreation page for event updates pertaining to the above.

Questions? Please contact us at 734.384.9156 or [email protected]

Line Dancing Nights

Join us on the tennis courts in St. Mary's Park for line dancing fun! Beginners and experienced welcome.

Refer to the city calendar or the City of Monroe Parks & Recreation Department Facebook page for more information on other exciting things happening in your city!

Court Dances

Come out to the St. Mary’s Park tennis courts to listen or dance to some oldies and other great music!

Everyone is welcome to join in the dancing, or just hang out under the shade and visit with friends. Bring a chair or blanket.

Refer to the city calendar or the City of Monroe Parks & Recreation Department Facebook page for more information on these and other exciting things happening in your city!

Children's Concert

Jim Gill Children's Concert

Join us on the evening of Friday, June 16th, 2023, at 7:00 PM for a family-friendly event featuring award-winning music by Jim Gill for young children and the people that care for them.

Jim Gill is a musician and author with unique credentials among children’s artists. Jim is a child development specialist with a special emphasis on the study of play.

Concert starts at 7PM at the St. Mary's Park bandshell.

Free for All!

In partnership with the Monroe County Great Start Collaborative.

Family Dance Party

2023 Info Coming Soon!

Join us on the tennis courts at St. Mary's Park for a fun, family-friendly dance party! Fun for all ages and featuring your favorite dance tunes, bring the whole family for a fun night in the park.

In partnership with the Monroe County Great Start Collaborative.

Family Dance Party at St. Mary's Park information

Park Scavenger Hunts

Get to know your City of Monroe parks by completing a fun, self-guided scavenger hunt by yourself, or with others!

Information regarding rules, and drawings for prizes is below. Choose from online forms, or pdfs to print and bring on your adventure!

Links to online scavenger hunt forms below, or you can print off our pdfs and bring them on your adventure!

>>> Scavenger Hunt Rules <<<

Online Forms for Scavenger Hunts
• Scavenger Hunt #1
• Scavenger Hunt #2
• Scavenger Hunt #3

Printable PDFs to Take With You!
• Scavenger Hunt #1
• Scavenger Hunt #2
• Scavenger Hunt #3

We would love to see pictures of you having fun getting to know your city parks, so email them to [email protected]!

Questions? Please call 734-384-9156 or email us at [email protected].

Howl-o-ween Bark in the Park

2023 Info Coming Soon!

It's going to be a 'howling' good time at 𝑯𝒐𝒘𝒍-𝒐-𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑩𝒂𝒓𝒌 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒌!

Join us Saturday, October 15th from Noon to 2:00PM at St. Mary's Park and bring your pup in their finest spooky attire!

Event to feature a Doggy AND Owner Costume Contest, Pup Parade, photo op area, non-profits, and more! Prize awarded for best costume duo.

Join in on the fun or just come to witness all the cuteness.

Pup Parade starts at 1:00 PM with costume contest judging immediately following.

In partnership with Scally Wagg's Doggy Bakery & Pet Supplies in celebration of the grand opening of their NEW self serve dog wash!

Questions? Please contact us 734.384.9156 or [email protected]

Daddy Daughter Dance

Dads, Grandpas, Brothers, Uncles (or other adult male family members) can escort their little sweethearts to a wonderful evening to celebrate in a very special and memorable way!

Festivities will include music, dancing, and refreshments. Professional picture packages will be available for purchase (these photos may be delivered to the local schools), or bring your own camera; a photo station with a volunteer will take pictures using your camera, phone, etc. Minimum age: 4 years of old.

2023 Registration Form

Mom Son Bowling

Moms, grandmas, and aunts are invited to accompany their special guy (ages 4 years and older) for a fun and exciting evening of bowling. This special event will consist of 3 games of scotch doubles, including one game of “crazy bowling”. Shoes, prizes, pizza, pop, and cookies provided.

Pre-registration is required. Bumper bowling is available for this event. Lane assignments will be made prior to arriving at the event. The female bowling partner must be an adult, age 18 or older. Sons will receive a small gift at the end. Please do not bring other spectators as this event is for mom and registered sons only.

Mom & Son Bowling 2023 Event Flyer

Fantastic Family Movie Nights

Fantastic Family Movie Nights in partnership with GreatStart Monroe-Parents will be taking place February 10th and March 3rd. Join us for this FREE movie night at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park for concessions and more family fun!

• ~~February 10th - Frozen~~ REGISTRATION FULL
~~• March 3 - Minions: The Rise of Gru~~ REGISTRATION FULL

Movie begins promptly at 6:15PM. Pre-registration is required as seats are limited! (March 3rd movie registration is not available yet). Please see form linked below.

Registration required - click here to register for waitlist.

Dress cozy and feel free to bring a blanket!

Children's activities with The Monroe Family YMCA and Monroe County Opportunity Program, concessions and more!

Organized Sports

Youth Ball

Currently, Youth and Adult Ball, Adult Soccer, Adult Sand Volleyball and Exercise in the Park are organized by the Monroe Family YMCA.

Registration information available on the YMCA website, linked below.

MONROE FAMILY YMCA

Adult Softball

Currently, Youth and Adult Ball, Adult Soccer, Adult Sand Volleyball and Exercise in the Park are organized by the Monroe Family YMCA.

Registration information be found via the link below:

ADULT SOFTBALL REGISTRATION

Adult Soccer

Currently, Youth and Adult Ball, Adult Soccer, Adult Sand Volleyball and Exercise in the Park are organized by the Monroe Family YMCA.

Registration information can be found via the link below:

ADULT SOCCER REGISTRATION

Pickleball

This sport combining tennis, badminton and ping-pong is fun for all ages! Pickleball courts are located at Manor Park.

Please call our office at 734.384.9156 for more information on pickleball.

Adult Sand Volleyball

Currently, Youth and Adult Ball, Adult Soccer, Adult Sand Volleyball and Exercise in the Park are organized by the Monroe Family YMCA.

Registration information will be posted here as soon as it is available.

Miscellaneous

Community Garden Plots

If you don't have space for a garden, but love growing your own fruits and vegetables, consider renting a garden plot at Munson Park!

Community Garden Plot Rental Flyer
Community Garden Plot Rental Registration Form

Tot Lot

Join us at our city parks throughout the summer for Tot Lot! Programs begins June 20 and activities run through July 28. Tot Lots will be closed the week of July 4.

Tot Lot runs from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, and will be at the following parks:

Greenwood Park, Greenwood Ave.
James and Hendricks Park, 1349 Roeseller St.
Munson Park, 2770 N. Custer Rd.
Manor Park, 445 Donnalee
Boyd Park, 321 Harrison
Labor Park, 1101 E. Second St.

Program is FREE! Activities include painting, arts and crafts, games, music and Slip ‘N Slide. Come join us for some summer fun!

Children ages 5-12 are welcome. Children under age 5 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tot Lots are offered in partnership with the Monroe County Opportunity Program.

For more information, email [email protected] or call (734) 241-2775, ext. 608.