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O’Hair Park Programs – Building a Stronger Community through Learning, Fun, and Connections!

O’Hair Park summer programs are back!

June 2-Sept 30

Mondays, tuesdays, Wednesdays

ages: all

Enjoy FREE weekly activities for all ages — promoting fun, fitness, and family-friendly vibes all season long! 🎨🥋🏀📚🌮

We walk in O’Hair Park!

June 2-oct 1

Mondays, Wednesdays

9 – 10 am

ages: all
location: Meet at walking path at Stahelin & Hessel – 20427 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

Detroit Park Coalition’s New program this year – Walk Detroit’s Parks! Join community members who know Detroit’s parks intimately for a social and fitness 1 hour walk in many of Detroit’s parks. Free one-time registration online on DPC website; all participants will receive “I Walk Detroit’s Parks” t-shirts. Partnership with Michigan Department of Health & Human Services.

O’Hair Park provides a variety of opportunities to walk around and explore the natural and built environment. Whether it is a hike on a trail, or a walk around our new, handicap accessible, 1-mile fitness loop, the walks are designed to help community members have fun, become fit, and make friends. We hope you’ll join us!

yoga in o’Hair Park!

June 3-Sept 30

Tuesdays

6 – 7 pm

ages: all
location: meet green space on Pembroke at Edinborough – next to Shelter #2 19400 Pembroke Detroit, MI 48219

Thanks to a partnership with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Detroit Park Coalition is partnering with Yoganic Flow for Health to offer free community yoga.

This Outdoor Hatha Yoga (traditional yoga) class is for all levels. No prior knowledge of yoga is required to participate. This relaxing class is appropriate for beginners as well as regular practitioners. Participants strengthen, calm and restore the mind and body with regular Hatha yoga practice.

free play in o’hair Park!

June 16-AUGUST 12

TUESdays & WEDNESDAYS

4-7 PM

ages: all
location: Shelter #1 – 20101 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

This program is the perfect space for all ages to express themselves, try something new, and connect with the community.

✨ Fun projects
✨ Relaxing atmosphere
✨ All materials provided

Whether you’re a little artist or just looking to unwind with something hands-on, come join the fun — and bring a friend! 💚🏡

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition, Detroit Pistons Foundation, and City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Division, the Pistons Neighbors Program hosts free drop-in activities for all ages, including sports clinics, live music, dance classes, and visual arts. Programming, managed by Come Play Detroit, will be provided by local vendors and presented in partnership with OHPCA.

ARTS & CRAFTS in o’hair Park!

June 17-AUGUST 12

TUESdays

4-5 PM

ages: all
location: Shelter #1 – 20101 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

This program is the perfect space for all ages to express themselves, try something new, and connect with the community.

✨ Fun projects
✨ Relaxing atmosphere
✨ All materials provided

Whether you’re a little artist or just looking to unwind with something hands-on, come join the fun — and bring a friend! 💚🏡

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition, Detroit Pistons Foundation, and City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Division, the Pistons Neighbors Program hosts free drop-in activities for all ages, including sports clinics, live music, dance classes, and visual arts. Programming, managed by Come Play Detroit, will be provided by local vendors and presented in partnership with OHPCA.

AFRICAN DRUMMING in o’hair Park!

June 17-AUGUST 12

TUESdays

5-6 PM

ages: all
location: Shelter #1 – 20101 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

Learn musical skills and gain knowledge of drumming in African culture.

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition, Detroit Pistons Foundation, and City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Division, the Pistons Neighbors Program hosts free drop-in activities for all ages, including sports clinics, live music, dance classes, and visual arts. Programming, managed by Come Play Detroit, will be provided by local vendors and presented in partnership with OHPCA.

STRENGTH AND TRAINING in o’hair Park!

June 17-AUGUST 12

TUESdays

5:00-6:30 PM

ages: all
location: EXERCISE EQUIPMENT AREA BEHIND BASKETBALL COURT AND Shelter #1 – 20101 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

Did you know O’Hair Park has FREE outdoor exercise equipment? Come build your strength, boost your energy, and enjoy the fresh air — right in your neighborhood!

✅ Great for all fitness levels
✅ Open daily — no membership required
✅ Perfect way to add strength training into your routine

Whether you’re new to fitness or a seasoned pro, O’Hair Park is the perfect spot to stretch, squat, and strengthen with your neighbors. Bring a friend and let’s get stronger together! 💚

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition, Detroit Pistons Foundation, and City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Division, the Pistons Neighbors Program hosts free drop-in activities for all ages, including sports clinics, live music, dance classes, and visual arts. Programming, managed by Come Play Detroit, will be provided by local vendors and presented in partnership with OHPCA.

basketball in o’hair Park!

June 18-AUGUST 13

Wednesdays

5-6 PM

ages: all
location: BASKETBALL COURT BEHIND Shelter #1 – 20101 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

Pistons coaches will guide players with skills and drills and actual play time. Learn teamwork and enhance leadership skills.

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition, Detroit Pistons Foundation, and City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Division, the Pistons Neighbors Program hosts free drop-in activities for all ages, including sports clinics, live music, dance classes, and visual arts. Programming, managed by Come Play Detroit, will be provided by local vendors and presented in partnership with OHPCA.

martial arts & self Defense in the Park!

June 18-July 30

Wednesdays

6-7 PM

ages: all
location: Shelter #1 – 20101 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

This introductory class led by Mejishi Martial Arts is designed to help students learn focus, self-discipline, positive interactions with other students, master physical coordination skills, accomplish goals, how to be a leader, and how to empower themselves by learning self-awareness, mindfulness and self defense techniques.

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition, Detroit Pistons Foundation, and City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Division, the Pistons Neighbors Program hosts free drop-in activities for all ages, including sports clinics, live music, dance classes, and visual arts. Programming, managed by Come Play Detroit, will be provided by local vendors and presented in partnership with OHPCA.

eastern market in o’hair Park!

June 18-AUGUST 13

Wednesdays

6PM – first come, first served!

ages: all
location: corner of stahelin and trojan – 20101 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

Enjoy an Eastern Market Farm Stand full of FREE fresh fruits and vegetables!! First come, first serve, they clear out fast and there is always a line!

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition, Eastern Market, Pistons,  Michigan Department of Heath and Human Services, and Henry Ford Health.

healthy eating in o’hair Park!

June 18-august 13

Wednesday

6PM – first come, first served!

ages: all
location: corner of stahelin and trojan – 20101 Stahelin Ave, Detroit, MI 48219

Healthy Eating is a series of healthy meals, held on Wednesdays 6-7 PM for up to 30 participants. Local restaurants, food businesses and food trucks will provide the meals while information and resources on nutrition, fresh food preparation, and healthy cooking strategies for all ages are presented.

Pick up your fresh produce and sit in on a cooking session with food to eat after while supplies last. Sign up to the newsletter or text alerts to find out what food will be served bi-weekly.

First up, June 18 Tacos with Better Miles, LLC & Myesha Riley-Johnson

Presented in partnership between the Detroit Parks Coalition,