Saturday, July 25 from 2-4 PM
You’re invited! Join us on Saturday, July 25 as we celebrate the unveiling of Water as Witness, a new permanent public art installation by Maya Davis, alongside the grand opening of Eliza Howell Park’s new Bioswale Activation.
What to expect:
2 PM | Bioswale Activation Ribbon Cutting
3 PM | Artist Talk
Live music by Sophiyah E.
Stormwater Zine release
Refreshments
Sat, Aug 1st 2026 from 11am - 3pm
Join us for a day at Eliza Howell Park filled with music, food, and a park clean-up. Bring your friends and family and jam out while cleaning up our beloved park. Enjoy bbq food and jams at EHP.
11am | Volunteer Check-In & Orientation
DIA hands-on art activity all day
1pm | Live Music w/ Matt Lemons Jam Session
$1 BBQ Hot dogs
School is almost out, and summer at Eliza Howell Park is just around the corner! Our Nature & Play Series is back, offering youth ages 6–16 a space to play, learn, and grow. Participants will engage in diverse athletic and creative activities led by trained coaches and instructors, all while surrounded by nature in Eliza Howell Park. Activities include: skateboarding, soccer, archery, flag football, baseball, softball, lacrosse, martial arts, African drums and dance, art, and nature-based activities.
Ages 6-16
$10/ per week per youth
July 27 - August 20
Monday - Thursday, 9 AM–2 PM
Walk Club returns to Eliza Howell Park!
Join us every Monday and Wednesday from 10–11 AM for a free community walk through the park. All ages and abilities are welcome. Come move your body, connect with neighbors, and spend time in nature together this summer.
In partnership with Detroit Parks Coalition (DPC). For more information, visit DPC’s website
Yoga in the Park is BACK at Eliza Howell Park Monday, June 1st! We’re excited to kick off another season of free outdoor yoga with our longtime partners Yoganic Flow as part of the city-wide Yoga in the Park series with Detroit Parks Coalition
Classes will take place every Monday at 6 PM through September in the same beloved location near the former Stickwork sculpture site.
Join us for the season kickoff on June 1st and classes end last week of September
All ages and abilities welcome. Check back on our instagram for any changes to the schedule to due weather.
Learn how to design and install rain gardens! Free and open to the public, limited spots available.
This course is offered free of charge by Huron Clinton Metroparks.
Course Dates:
June 9 (Tuesday), 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Master Rain Garden Course #1
June 16 (Tuesday), 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Master Rain Garden Course #2
June 23 (Tuesday), 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Master Rain Garden Course #3
June 24 (Wednesday), 9:30 AM – 3 PM: Rain Garden Build Day
You must be able to attend all of the dates
Spots are limited, and attendance at all sessions is required to receive certification.
Register Here
