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Recreation Programs
For more information on any of our Adult Athletic programs listed below, call the Brooklyn Center Community Center at 763-569-3400.
Volleyball
Winter:
Monday Women:
Fall:
Tuesday Co-Rec:
Fall:
Wednesday Men:
Fall:
Pickleball
Softball
Futsal
Register
Cornhole League
Register
Unless noted otherwise, register on our website at here
Seniors At The Center - Weekly Groups
Annual membership is $20 for residents, $25 for non-residents, or FREE with an active SilverSneakers or Renew Active membership through BCCC. Pay the yearly fee at the Community Center front desk—participants can join at any time! All Programs start the week of September 8, 2025.
| DAY | OCCURANCE | TIME | GROUP | OTHER INFO |
| M | Weekly | 11 am-1 pm | Card & Board Games | Supplies provided |
| W | 1st & 3rd each month | 10-11:30 am | Current Events Discussion | Bring any topic |
| W | 2nd each month | 2-2:30 pm | Book Club | Call 763-569-3400 for book title |
| Th | Weekly | 11 am-12 pm | Wellness Walk | Will walk during nice weather |
| Th | Weekly | 2-4 pm | Card & Board Games | Supplies provided |
| F | Weekly | 1-3 pm | Open Art Studio | Bring your own supplies |
Leisure Age
The Leisure Age program brings the good times to the second Thursday of every month. We've got your afternoon covered with cards, games, a tasty light lunch, and fun entertainment. It's a fantastic social gathering, sponsored by Copperfield Hill and the cities of Brooklyn Center, Robbinsdale, and New Hope.
Canvas Painting
Join us for a themed canvas painting guided by A Cheerful Art.
Movies
Join us for FREE movies and popcorn once a month! Movie titles will be posted in the Community Center, or call the front desk at 763-569-3400.
Bingo
Play FREE BINGO and win prizes once a month! Bingo is sponsored by The Crossings at Brookwood.
Community Connections
Join us on select Wednesdays of the month for informative programs and of course, donuts and coffee. Cosponsored by the cities of New Hope, Crystal, Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Center, and Robbinsdale Community Education.
Community Tripsters
Sponsored by the cities of Crystal, Brooklyn Center, New Hope and Plymouth, with pick-ups in each city. Trip fees are all-inclusive for the entire day, including transportation, escort, lunch, tax, and gratuity unless otherwise indicated. Motorcoach buses depart and return to the Brooklyn Center Community Center (or other locations when needed); an escort accompanies all trips.
Senior Events
Oktoberfest Senior Luncheon
Holiday Senior Luncheon - Crooner Christmas
Consumer Road Show for Seniors
Find the 2025 In-House Soccer Schedule Here
Unless noted otherwise, register on our website at here
Archery
Location: Elm Creek Park Reserve-12400 James Deane Parkway, Maple Grove
Ages 10-17
Basketball
Location: Brooklyn Center Elementary School Gym-1500 59th Ave N
Ages 4 -13
Dance
Location: Brooklyn Center Community Center-6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Ages 4-18
Flag Football
Location: Evergreen-7020 Dupont Ave. N
Co Rec - Grades K-5/Girls - Ages 5-13
Futsal
Location: Brooklyn Center High School Blue Barn-6500 Humboldt Ave N
Ages 10U-17U
Pickleball
Location: Various Locations
Ages 6+
Self Defense -
Tae Kwon Do/ Little Tigers/ Kids Smart/ Lightsaber Sword Play
Location: Brooklyn Center Community Center-6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Ages 3-15
Soccer Clinics/Camps
Location: Centennial Park Soccer Fields-6301 Shingle Creek Parkway/
Ages 3-18
Soccer In-House League
Location: Evergreen-7020 Dupont Ave. N
Ages 8-13
Sports Training
Location: Centennial Park Soccer Fields-6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Ages 7-13
Sports Sampler
Location: West Palmer Park-7110 Palmer Lake Dr
Ages 3-5
Traveling Soccer
Brooklyn Center has teamed up with Sporting Minnesota soccer club to bring an official traveling option to the youth of Brooklyn Center. Brooklyn Center players will signup and tryout through Sporting Minnesota and play a traveling soccer schedule around the state through MYSA. For more information, you can visit the website at www.sportingminnesota.com
Brooklyn Center Youth Football
Boys & Girls in 1st-8th grade. This year will feature both a Spring and Fall program. Registration will begin in March with Spring football starting in April and Fall football in August. For more information or to register, email Robert Dawson at st.dawson170@gmail.com
For more information on any of the following programs or to register, please go here
Join us at one of our FREE Rec on the Go sites! The Rec on the Go (ROTG) van will be pulling in and bringing recreation to neighborhood parks. ROTG staff will set up activities and equipment for youth and teens. There will be games, sports, arts, crafts, and more! FREE MEALS provided for youth 18 and under. Drop in! No registration required.
The ROTG van will arrive and leave at the designated time. Brooklyn Center staff are not responsible for any youth after the vehicle has exited the site.
| PARK LOCATIONS | DAYS | PROGRAM TIME |
|
Evergreen Park 7112 Bryant Ave N |
Monday & Wednesday Jun 15 - Aug 12 |
10:30 am - 12 pm |
|
Grandview Park 1400 59th Ave N |
Monday & Wednesday Jun 15 - Aug 12 |
12:30 pm - 2 pm |
|
Lions Park 5501 Russell Ave N |
Monday & Wednesday Jun 15 - Aug 12 |
3 - 4:30 pm |
|
Northport Park 5600 France Ave N |
Monday & Wednesday Jun 15 - Aug 12 |
5 - 6:30 pm |
|
Orchard Lane Park 6512 Perry Ave N |
Tuesday & Thursday Jun 16 - Aug 13 |
10:30 am - 12 pm |
|
Firehouse Park 6535 Bryant Ave N |
Tuesday & Thursday Jun 16 - Aug 13 |
12:30 pm - 2 pm |
|
Twin Lake North APT 4539 58th Ave N |
Tuesday & Thursday Jun 16 - Aug 13 |
3 - 4:30 pm |
Follow Rec on the Go and more on Facebook @BrooklynCenterRec
For a map of parks and more information visit BrooklynCenterMN.gov/Recreation or call 763-569-3400.
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
July is Park and Recreation Month!
Join us all month long for FREE programs, events, and sports designed for all ages—kids, teens, adults, and families. Plus, don’t miss our Rec On the Go van—available Mondays through Thursdays at local parks—featuring games, crafts, and free meals (running now through August 14).
