Parks and Recreation

Melvindale Veterans Memorial Pool

3155 Oakwood Boulevard

Phone: (313) 381-7965

Open daily 1pm - 6pm Mid June - Labor Day

Swimming: A daily pass can be purchased for $3 for residents and $4 for non-residents

Monthly passes are $60 per person / $80 for a family of 4, $10 per additional family member

Melvindale Days Festival

This festive family fun event has been an annual tradition in our city for over 25 years. A wide variety of canrival rides, live entertainment, tasty food along with the Little Miss Melvindale Pageant makes our festival an event that has something for everyone.

At the close of every weekend, we conclude with an awesome fireworks display! Come join us!

Trunk or Treat / Harvestfest

Each October the Parks & Recreation Commission hosts our Annual "Trunk or Treat" held at Allendale Elementary from 6pm-8pm. Hayrides, costumes, candy and more with plenty of family fun are offered at this event! Dates posted as the event approaches-you don't want to miss it! This event traditionally draws over 2,000 people and lines for fast! Hope to see you!

Tree Lighting Ceremony / Winterfest

On the first Sunday of December from 6pm-8pm we light the Christmas Tree at City Hall, hostedby our Parks & Recreation Commission. Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Mayor join in and sing Christmas Carols while the mayor presents SANTA the key to the city! Afterwards, everyone heads over to the Fire Station to enjoy Hot Cocoa and Donuts while the kids get to enjoy a visit with SANTA! Make plans to attend this event, you don't want to miss it!