Community Center Auburn Hills: Visitor Guide

Community Center Hours & Fitness Room Schedule

The current Community Center and Fitness Center page lists the hours above. Some older City recreation documents show a later fitness-room closing time of 8:30 PM. Use the current facility page and front desk for final confirmation.

Community Center Card: Resident & Nonresident Fees

Auburn Hills distinguishes between a Community Center Card for qualifying residents and purchased fitness-room cards for nonresidents.

What the card covers: Auburn Hills residents with a valid Community Center Card can use the Fitness Room without an additional fitness admission charge. Nonresident purchased cards provide fitness-room access, not automatic free admission to every gym program or recreation class.

How to Get a Community Center Card

1. Visit the Community Center front desk during regular operating hours.
2. Ask for a resident Community Center Card or nonresident fitness card.
3. If applying as an Auburn Hills resident, bring a valid Michigan driver’s license or state-issued ID showing an Auburn Hills address.
4. For residents age 13–17 seeking fitness access, a parent or legal guardian must register the teen.
5. For a nonresident card, select the individual or family option and pay the published fee.
6. Collect the card and present it at the front desk when using the Fitness Room.

If you want to compare membership and day-pass policies at a nearby Oakland County facility, our Troy Community Center visitor guide covers Troy’s separate fitness, gym and pool options. Its fees do not apply to Auburn Hills.

Fitness Room Equipment & Visitor Rules

Before Your Workout

• Bring the required Community Center or nonresident fitness card.
• Check in at the front desk.
• Wear appropriate athletic clothing and shoes.
• Bring your own water bottle, towel and locker lock.
• Ask about current fitness-room rules before using unfamiliar equipment.
• Do not assume your fitness membership includes paid classes or all gym activities.

Open Gym: Basketball, Pickleball & Badminton

The City publishes recurring open-gym periods. The current official listing provides the following regular schedule, subject to seasonal adjustments and events.

The City posts a summer adjustment for weekday evening gym activities during the June 29–August 7 period, when some sessions begin at 6 PM rather than 5 PM. That summer adjustment should not be assumed to apply year-round.

How to Join Open Gym

1. Open the official Fitness Center and Gymnasium page.
2. Select basketball, pickleball or badminton.
3. Confirm the current day, start time and any seasonal schedule changes.
4. Bring the required admission fee.
5. Check in at the Community Center front desk.
6. Ask staff about available courts, play rotation and equipment rules.

Makers’ Studio: Pottery, Woodshop, Cricut & Glowforge

One of Auburn Hills Community Center’s more distinctive facilities is its Makers’ Studio, which provides creative equipment and instructional opportunities.

Current Published Makers’ Studio Fees

The 2026 spring/summer program guide lists the Open Woodshop on Thursdays and Fridays from 8:30 AM–8 PM and Saturdays 8:30 AM–4 PM. Class schedules can override open studio hours.

Kiln rules: The center accepts low-fire clay and glaze, schedules limited firing dates and generally permits up to five small pieces or two large pieces per user because of kiln capacity.

How to Use the Makers’ Studio

1. Open the official Makers’ Studio page.
2. Choose pottery, open woodshop, Cricut, Glowforge or a class.
3. Check whether safety certification is required before using the equipment.
4. If already experienced, ask whether the safety test-out appointment is suitable.
5. Confirm the latest studio calendar and applicable fee.
6. Register through the City’s program system or follow the staff instructions.
7. Bring any required materials, follow tool-safety requirements and observe cleanup rules.

Youth, Adult & 55+ Recreation Programs

Auburn Hills Recreation offers seasonal classes and community programs through separate youth, adult and older-adult categories.

How to Register for a Program

1. Visit the official Recreation Programs page.
2. Choose Youth and Teens, Adult or 55+.
3. Find the specific program and review age eligibility, location, time and fee.
4. Use the official online registration option or register in person at the Community Center.
5. Pay the applicable fee. The City accepts cash, checks and debit/credit cards, with additional processing fees for card payments.
6. Save your confirmation and check the program’s cancellation or refund terms.

If you are comparing senior fitness and social activities in another Michigan municipality, our E.L. Hannah Community Center guide explains East Lansing’s different fitness, pool, class and senior services.

Auburn Hills Summer Day Camp

The City offers a seasonal summer day camp for children, with a structured weekly activity plan and dedicated camp staff.

The 2026 summer camp season has passed. These rates are the City’s published 2026 planning figures, not confirmation of 2027 costs or open registration.

Before Camp Registration

• Verify the next season’s dates and age requirements.
• Review the Parent Handbook.
• Ask about medication authorization forms when needed.
• Confirm drop-off, pickup and emergency-contact requirements.
• Check weekly availability and payment deadlines.
• Ask about registration for the Junior Counselor Program when applicable.

Auburn Hills Community Center Rental Fees — 2026

The City offers banquet, meeting, studio and gymnasium rental options. Residents receive discounted rates, while nonresidents can also book eligible spaces.

The half gym is listed as available only in conjunction with a banquet room rental. All rates above are base hourly amounts; the final booking cost depends on the room, date, hours, deposit and special-event arrangements.

Deposits & Additional Charges

For a more general explanation of how to compare deposits, hourly room pricing and guest capacities, see our community center rental fees and booking guide.

Rental Room Capacity, Hours & Conditions

Rental Restrictions

• Facilities can be used for permitted civic, cultural, educational and social gatherings.
• Commercial or profit-making events and fundraising activities are prohibited.
• Rental events may not charge admission or sell merchandise.
• Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the premises.
• Smoking is restricted to designated outdoor areas.
• Children under age 13 must be directly supervised by someone age 18 or older.
• Setup, decorating, event time and cleanup must fit within the reserved hours.
• Renters must remove food, decorations, equipment and other belongings.
• Staff inspect rented rooms after the event, and damage or inadequate cleanup can lead to deposit forfeiture.

Food & Catering

For full Seyburn or Seyburn A rentals, the City provides limited self-catering access including a reach-in cooler, microwave, ice machine, freezer and prep tables. Access does not automatically include ovens, dishwasher, dishware, serving stations or paper supplies.

Confirm catering arrangements and permitted kitchen equipment before booking. A drop-off caterer and a full-service kitchen operation may have different approval requirements.

How to Book a Community Center Rental

The City requires reservations at least one month in advance, subject to availability and its approval process.

1. Choose the room. Estimate your guest count and select Seyburn, Wesson, studio or eligible gym space.
2. Confirm rental eligibility. Make sure the event is not commercial, profit-making or a prohibited fundraiser.
3. Calculate the hours. Include preparation, guest arrival, event time and cleanup.
4. Contact staff. Call 248-370-9353 to check room availability.
5. Schedule a booking appointment. Staff will explain the application, payment and confirmation procedure.
6. Review the complete quote. Confirm resident/nonresident rate, hourly minimum, security deposit and other charges.
7. Complete the agreement. Submit the required rental contract and deposit.
8. Pay the balance. Follow the payment deadline in the approved contract; the City’s rental page describes a two-week balance deadline.
9. Keep written confirmation. Record the approved space, date, hours, permitted activities and cleanup responsibilities.

Parking, Directions & Location

The Auburn Hills Community Center is associated with the City’s municipal and recreation campus near North Squirrel Road and East Seyburn Drive.

The City’s different address displays can cause confusion in map searches. Search for the facility by its full name, then check the pin and entrance before traveling. Call staff for the correct parking area when attending a banquet, special event or class.

What to Bring Before Visiting

• Valid Michigan ID showing your Auburn Hills address for a resident Community Center Card.
• Parent or guardian for teen fitness registration.
• Current Community Center or nonresident fitness card.
• Separate open-gym admission fee when applicable.
• Appropriate gym shoes and exercise clothing.
• Personal lock and shower supplies if using locker rooms.
• Safety certification for restricted Makers’ Studio equipment.
• Class registration confirmation where required.
• Rental contract and payment confirmation for private events.
• Correct parking and entrance information for the activity you are attending.

For another Michigan example involving separate gym, fitness and pool schedules, our Warren Community Center guide explains that city’s different membership and admission policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Official City Sources & Final Contact

• Auburn Hills Community Center — Official Hours & Information
• Fitness Room, Community Center Card & Gym Schedule
• Community Center Rental Rates, Capacities & Policies
• Makers’ Studio Classes, Equipment & Fees
• Youth, Adult & 55+ Recreation Programs
• Summer Day Camp & Registration Details
• City of Auburn Hills — 2026 Fee Schedule PDF

Community Center: Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326. Phone: 248-370-9353.

Independent informational guide, reviewed October 29, 2026. The City of Auburn Hills controls facility access, current hours, fees, reservations and program availability. Confirm important details directly with City staff before traveling or paying.