Clark Park Ice Rink (Clark Park Coalition)
Outdoor ice rink in Detroit, MI · Opens later this winter
Phone313-841-8534
Websiteclarkparkdetroit.org
To skateNot posted
Skate rentalYes, Free
SeasonSeasonal outdoor rink, weather dependent; typically opens early January and closes mid-March.
Open skate at Clark Park Ice Rink
Free or cheap outdoor skatingOutdoor ice, weather decides
| Day | Open skate |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 1p-3pHistoric pattern; confirm for 2026-27 |
Checked Oct 21, 2026 against clarkparkdetroit.org. Past seasons listed Saturday open skate 1-3 pm plus after-school open skating Mon-Fri (about 2:30-5 pm) while the rink is open. No 2026-27 schedule posted yet.
Drop-in hockey and stick & puck
Clark Park Ice Rink runs drop-in hockey, but the weekly times are not posted in a form we can read.
Price: $5 adults for hockey (2007 figure)
Note: Old article: drop-in hockey after 6pm; current times not posted
Good to know
Worth it if you own skates; free, historic and community run. No star rating found.
Best for: a quick skate
People like: free, community spirit, historic outdoor rink
Complaints: no skate rental, limited open skate hours
Food: Unknown. Neighborhood park with rec center; no food service confirmed.
Skate sharpening: Not listed
Pro shop: Not listed
Skate helpers for beginners: Yes
Birthday parties: Not listed
Lockers: Not listed
Admission notes: An older source says $5 per person; others describe it as free. Unverified for 2026-27.
Not confirmed (4)
- No current-season schedule found; Saturday 1-3 pm and after-school times come from older third-party listings.
- Admission (free vs $5) and free skate loans unverified.
- Phone may route to the rec center, not the rink.
- Nearby restaurant distances are approximate.
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