Dorothea Pocket Park BOO!kley Activation
September 26 - November 3,
2025
We are thrilled to partner with the Downtown Development Authority to bring this space back for BOO!kley month in Berkley! The dead-end of Dorothea Road between Franklin and Catalpa will be closed to traffic from September 26 to November 3 as it is temporarily transformed into a pocket park for residents and visitors of all ages. Pocket parks are specifically noted as desirable in our Parks and Recreation Master Plan, our DDA’s Downtown Design Plan, and our City-wide Master Plan, so the space will continue to be activated for short periods of time to gather community feedback.
CLICK HERE for a video recap of the previous activation, and CLICK HERE to view the presentation shared at the August 18 City Council meeting.
Whether you have visited the pocket park or just want to share ideas about how it could be activated in the future, please fill out the brief survey below.
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BOO!kley Dorothea Pocket Park Events
The DDA and City of Berkley have several upcoming events planned for the pocket park. We encourage one and all to utilize it as a space to gather, eat, play, work, and more!
Do you have an idea for a program you'd like to see in the pocket park? Reach out to communications@berkleymi.gov!
October
- October 5: DIY Skeleton Party from 2 to 4:00 PM
- Struggling to decorate a skeleton for our downtown on your own? The DDA is here to help! Just show up and the DDA will supply the skeletons, recycled clothing/costumes, glue guns, zip ties, and all the art supplies you need to decorate a skeleton for Downtown BOO!kley! Let’s jumpstart your creativity. Bring the whole family!
- Click here for more information!
- October 9: Witches Night Out Night Market from 5 to 8 PM
- Shop vendor booths and hang out during the Witches Night Out event! The trolley will be running down Coolidge and 12 Mile for Witches Night Out.
- Click here for more information!
- October 17: Ghost Chase from 6 to 9 PM
- Teams of 4 race on foot to solve clues and compete in challenges for prize money. The Dorothea Pocket Park will be a stop!
- Click here for more information.
- October 22: Pumpkin and Trick-or-Treat Bag Decorating from 5 to 6:30 PM
- Join the Parks & Recreation Department to decorate a styrofoam pumpkin and a bag for your candy! All supplies will be provided.
- October 25: Encore! Choir Performance at Monster Mash Block Party from 2 to 5 PM
- Join the fun during the DDA's Monster Mash Block Party, and be sure to come to the pocket park for performances by the BHS Encore! Choir.
- Click here for more information.
November
- November 1: Community Picnic from 3 to 8 PM
- Come enjoy an afternoon or evening with family, friends, and neighbors! Take advantage of delicious takeout opportunities from local restaurants or bring your own food to enjoy together. Be sure to dress for the weather and/or bring a blanket!
- Bring a donation for the Berkley Cares Food Pantry and receive a tote bag of Berkley swag! Click here for items to bring for the pantry.
- Kids zone with storytime, coloring, and an apple-printing craft (*bring a t-shirt or other item for the craft; limited items to print on will be available!)
- Water, soft drinks, and hot cocoa provided.
- Dogs are welcome too!
