Picnic shelters at Riverside Park, Civic Center Park, and River Woods Park can be reserved seasonally from May 1 through Labor Day. Reservations for the shelters are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis beginning the first business day of January and must be made in person at the Community Center.
Reservations of the ball diamond and athletic field are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis beginning the first business day of January. They are open for use from April through November weather permitting.
Knight Amphitheater at Riverside Park
Address:
Riverside Park
3311 Parkways Blvd
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326
Phone Number:
248-370-9353
Nestled within our downtown is our amazing Riverside Park which is home to the Knight Amphitheater. The Knight Amphitheater is 960 square foot elevated performance stage complete with a partial bandshell allowing for views of the river. It also has seven seating terraces which provide for multiple seating configurations, including wall seating for 300. The wide grass terraces provide room for additional seating including space for up to 200 lawn chairs.
Just below the stage, there is a 1,000 square foot dance floor adjacent to the stage and an 8,500 square foot multi-use plaza overlooking the amphitheater and Riverside Park.
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Types of events include:
- Private Parties
- Meetings
- Reunions
- Seminars
- Banquets
- Wedding Reception
- Graduation Open House
- Family Oriented Performing Arts Performances
- Entertainment
All events that happen at the Knight Amphitheater need to be coordinated with the Recreation and Senior Services Department at 248-370-9353.
Lodge Rental
The Lodge, with its modern-rustic décor, seats up to 98 people. It has a fully equipped kitchen, and the outdoor patio has a fire pit and grill. The Lodge is available to rent for special events such as:
- Birthdays
- Reunions
- Graduations
Auburn Hills businesses can take advantage of the Lodge for off-site meetings in a relaxing environment. Some amenities include:
- Heating/Air Conditioning
- Gas fireplace
- Wi-Fi
- Two wireless presentation monitors
- Three breakout rooms
- Building Supervisor for your rental needs
- Fully accessible
Be sure to inquire about Rental Packages when you call.
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Cabin Rentals
There are six rustic cabins in Hawk Woods Park & Campground, for a total capacity of 40 people, available to rent June 1st through October 31st. One tent is allowed per cabin for an additional fee. Renter must provide their own tent.
Each one-room unheated cabin is equipped with bunk beds and a table with benches. You must provide your own linens. There is no heat or running water. Modern restrooms with showers are within a short walking distance.
There is a fire pit, picnic tables and charcoal grill outside. There is also a Gaga pit.
Cabin users are expected to clean the cabin before checking out. All garbage is to be removed. A dumpster is available in the campground.
Please note that we do not offer RV, camper, motorhome or tent sites. There is no dump station.