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St Clair Shores Civic Arena

📍 St. Clair Shores, MI

4.5(273 Google reviews)

St Clair Shores Civic Arena offers public ice skating with skate rental available on-site. Children 6 and under skate free with a paying adult. Parent & Tot sessions run September through May for kids 6 and under.

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★★★★★Featured review by Toni

The best hot chocolate around! Arena is a jewel in our city!

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Strongest fit for families with young children — the Parent & Tot and Pucks & Parents programs are purpose-built for kids under 12. The low per-person cost makes it accessible for larger families. General public skate suits all ages and draws a relaxed, neighborhood crowd rather than competitive skaters.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Check the monthly public skate calendar on the city website before visiting — sessions vary by day
Arrive early to secure skate rentals, especially during busy weekend sessions
🎟️Parent & Tot sessions only run September through May — confirm the schedule outside summer months
🚗Children in Pucks & Parents must wear full equipment; parents need a helmet

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.5

273 Google reviews

Exceptional value45%
Welcoming community vibe30%
Good ice quality15%
Great concessions10%
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Toni

The best hot chocolate around! Arena is a jewel in our city!

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PAUL RITZ

Loved skating here on a visit to the area!! ⛸️ And you can’t beat the $3 price!! Concession stand if you’re hungry. It may look simple, but loved the ice and the crowd. No pretentious show boats, just people enjoying the ice. Plan on coming again when in the area.

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Overview

The Civic Arena is a community-run indoor ice rink in St Clair Shores delivering public skating at one of the lowest price points in the region. Skate rentals are available at the door. Dedicated Parent & Tot sessions (September–May) welcome children 6 and under with a parent. Pucks & Parents sessions open to kids 12 and under include skating, stick handling, and shooting practice. A concession stand and hot chocolate — specifically called out by regulars — keep families fueled.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday08:30 – 21:00
Tuesday08:30 – 21:00
Wednesday08:30 – 21:00
Thursday08:30 – 21:00
Friday08:30 – 21:00
Saturday08:30 – 21:00
Sunday08:30 – 21:00

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