ABOUT THE TEEN CENTER
The Mitchell Park Teen Center is our drop-in space for middle school and high school teens. With weekday hours during the school year, middle school teens in Palo Alto are able to enjoy all of the recreational amenities the center yields, including pool, foosball, ping pong, video games, basketball, and board games, all in a fun, safe, and supervised space.

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MEMBERSHIP
In order to participate, Teens must review the Rules and Agreements, and submit a completed membership form signed by a participant and parent to Teen Center Staff on your first visit and pay the appropriate fees below. Once completed, Teens can visit the Teen Center during operational hours. All Teens must check-in first upon arrival and must have their Student ID cards or membership cards.
TEEN CENTER HOURS
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
3:00PM - 6:00PM
3:00PM - 6:00PM
3:00PM - 6:00PM
3:00PM - 6:00PM
3:00PM - 6:00PM
FEES

Friday Nights at The Drop
Get Ready for Friday Nights at Mitchell Park Teen Center - The Drop!
Looking for something exciting to do on Friday nights? Look no further than The Drop at Mitchell Park Teen Center! We're thrilled to announce that every Friday night, we'll be hosting a variety of themed events and activities to keep the fun going all evening long.
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Different Themes and Activities
Whether you're into arts and crafts, music, games, or just hanging out with friends, we've got something for everyone! Each week, we'll feature a new theme with exciting activities that will keep you entertained and engaged.
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Free Admission
In today's globalized world, chances are you are interacting with people from more than just one country. This is where our multilingual functionality comes into play. Take advantage of this unique capability to expand your reach.
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Food and Drinks Provided
Enjoy delicious food and drinks on us! We'll have a spread of tasty snacks, refreshing beverages, and treats to keep you fueled up and ready to enjoy the night's festivities. Best of all, it's all on the house!
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Join Us!
Whether you're a regular visitor or looking to check out The Drop for the first time, we guarantee you'll have a blast at our Friday night events. Come see why The Drop is the ultimate destination for teens looking for a good time in a safe and welcoming environment.
Mark your calendars and spread the word! Friday Nights at Mitchell Park Teen Center - The Drop are not to be missed. We can't wait to see you there!
Upcoming Events
- Thu, Feb 06Palo AltoThis is a Drop Members only event How do you join? Ask a teen staff at the Drop and join free. Each time you attend an Event, Workshop, or Drop in after school, You’ll earn points to attend events like this one and win cool prizes. You must have a minimum of 200 Points to RSVP for this event!
- Wed, Mar 26The DropJoin us for the thrilling March Madness event, where basketball enthusiasts or anyone can showcase their skills and compete for a chance to win an official basketball!
- Thu, Mar 27The DropJoin us for a fun and refreshing day at our Bike to Boba event! This community gathering encourages participants to cycle to get boba while enjoying the great outdoors and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
- Fri, Mar 28The DropJoin us for a delicious Foodie Friday featuring hot dogs! Whether you're a fan of classic flavors or looking for a veggie option.
- Sat, Mar 29Mitchell Park - Pickleball Courts 1 & 2Save the date for Pancakes and Pickleball at Mitchell Park's Pickleball Courts 1 & 2 on March 29th, 10:30am-12:30pm Come to play against YOUR city officials and eat some delicious pancakes!
- Sun, Mar 30Mitchell Park Community CenterJoin us this Sunday, March 30th at Mitchell Park Community Center El Palo Alto room to share your voice regarding youth mental health in this intergenerational and interdisciplinary event! Speak with councilmembers, nonprofits, professionals, and other youths. See you there!
- Thu, Apr 17The Drop Teen CenterThis is a Drop Members only event How do you join? Ask a teen staff at the Drop and join free. Each time you attend an Event, Workshop, or Drop in after school, You’ll earn points to attend events like this one and win cool prizes. You must have a minimum of 200 Points to RSVP for this event!