Searching for an unconventional way to have fun with family and friends this winter? There’s plenty to be said for a traditional ice skating excursion or a trip to the sledding hill, but one Michigan destination offers a fantastic new adventure: ice bumper cars! That’s right, epic bumper cars on ice are right here in Michigan and they’re the coolest way to experience the ice this season. Gather up a few pals, hop in the car, and make your way to this beloved ice arena in the Great Lakes State. You certainly won’t want to miss this awesome outing – your inner child will thank you!

The Garden Ice Arena is located at 1626 W. Glenlord Rd. in St. Joseph.

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As its name suggests, this cool spot offers a variety of ice-based activities for the whole family, from hockey to public skating to pro-taught lessons. But this local rink also offers something even more exhilarating to dive into as well!

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That’s right: get ready to take to the ice in an entirely new way. This year, check out the Garden’s unique ice bumper cars. The whole family is in for a complete thrill!

The Garden Ice Arena

When you opt to partake in this quirky activity, you’ll begin with a quick lesson before taking to the ice for a 12-minute ride. For safety, drivers must be at least six years old and 42 inches tall.

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As you bump and bounce around the ice, you’ll find it impossible not to crack a smile. There’s a sense of childlike glee that simply can’t be contained during an ice bumper car ride.

The Garden Ice Arena

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Ride prices vary, so be sure to visit the Garden Ice Arena website for the latest information. However, when combined with access to public ice skating, you’re in for a full day of epic fun! Trust us when we say that this one-of-a-kind adventure will help you create lasting memories.

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You’ll also be sharing the rink with ice skaters during mixed-use hours, so be sure to wave as you drive by!

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Ice bumper car season changes from year to year, so be sure to check out the link below for an up-to-date schedule. No matter when you drop by, you’ll find plenty to appreciate at The Garden.

Facebook/The New Rink in Stevensville For reservations, rules, and full details, visit the Garden Ice Arena website.

When winter blues get you down, hit the road for an awesome and icy journey. Whether you’re seven years old or 70, ice bumper cars will soon be your new favorite way to enjoy the chill this season!

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Have you ever stopped by The Garden for a day of family fun? Share your favorite memories with us in the comment section below! For more information and to book your ice bumper car reservation, visit the Garden Ice Arena website.

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The Garden Ice Arena

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For reservations, rules, and full details, visit the Garden Ice Arena website.

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Interested in another unique winter activity? Be sure to read about Michigan’s toboggan run.

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Address: 1626 W Glenlord Rd, St Joseph, MI 49085, USA

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Ice Bumper Cars & Related Info December 02, 2022 Jennifer Where can I go ice skating in Michigan? Winters in Michigan are no joke, and one of the best ways to enjoy winter in the Great Lakes State is by taking a few spins around the ice. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor rink in the great outdoors or a man-made ice rink downtown, here are a few places to go ice skating in Michigan:

The Rink At Campus Martius Park, Detroit

Royce Park, Escanaba Lakeview Arena, Marquette Moran Bay, Lake Huron Big Bear Arena, Sault Ste. Marie Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park, Muskegon Howe Arena/Centre Ice Arena,Traverse City Petoskey Winter Sports Park, Petoskey

Farmington Hills Ice Arena, Farmington Hills

Boyne Mountain, Boyne Falls Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville Rosa Parks Circle, Grand Rapids Griff’s Icehouse West, Holland Martin Arena, Mt. Pleasant Suburban Ice, East Lansing Midland Civic Arena Ice Rinks, Midland Kent Lake at Kensington Metro Park, Milford Lake St Claire Metro Park, Harrison Township Saginaw Bay Ice Arena, Saginaw Buhr Outdoor Ice Arena, Ann Arbor The Ice Rink at Millennium Park, Portage Optimist Ice Arena, Jackson Blake’s Farms Skating Rink, Armada Hutton Ice Rink Patterson Park, Grosse Pointe

  Where are the best cities and places to visit in Michigan in winter?

Frankenmuth Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Traverse City Tahquamenon Falls State Park Grand Rapids Mackinac Island Boyne Mountain Resort Holland Munising

     

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Ice Bumper Cars & Related Info

December 02, 2022

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Where can I go ice skating in Michigan? Winters in Michigan are no joke, and one of the best ways to enjoy winter in the Great Lakes State is by taking a few spins around the ice. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor rink in the great outdoors or a man-made ice rink downtown, here are a few places to go ice skating in Michigan:

The Rink At Campus Martius Park, Detroit

Royce Park, Escanaba Lakeview Arena, Marquette Moran Bay, Lake Huron Big Bear Arena, Sault Ste. Marie Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park, Muskegon Howe Arena/Centre Ice Arena,Traverse City Petoskey Winter Sports Park, Petoskey

Farmington Hills Ice Arena, Farmington Hills

Boyne Mountain, Boyne Falls Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville Rosa Parks Circle, Grand Rapids Griff’s Icehouse West, Holland Martin Arena, Mt. Pleasant Suburban Ice, East Lansing Midland Civic Arena Ice Rinks, Midland Kent Lake at Kensington Metro Park, Milford Lake St Claire Metro Park, Harrison Township Saginaw Bay Ice Arena, Saginaw Buhr Outdoor Ice Arena, Ann Arbor The Ice Rink at Millennium Park, Portage Optimist Ice Arena, Jackson Blake’s Farms Skating Rink, Armada Hutton Ice Rink Patterson Park, Grosse Pointe

  Where are the best cities and places to visit in Michigan in winter?

Frankenmuth Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Traverse City Tahquamenon Falls State Park Grand Rapids Mackinac Island Boyne Mountain Resort Holland Munising

     

The OIYS Visitor Center

The OIYS Visitor Center

Winters in Michigan are no joke, and one of the best ways to enjoy winter in the Great Lakes State is by taking a few spins around the ice. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor rink in the great outdoors or a man-made ice rink downtown, here are a few places to go ice skating in Michigan:

  • The Rink At Campus Martius Park, Detroit
  • Royce Park, Escanaba
  • Lakeview Arena, Marquette
  • Moran Bay, Lake Huron
  • Big Bear Arena, Sault Ste. Marie
  • Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park, Muskegon
  • Howe Arena/Centre Ice Arena,Traverse City
  • Petoskey Winter Sports Park, Petoskey
  • Farmington Hills Ice Arena, Farmington Hills
  • Boyne Mountain, Boyne Falls
  • Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville
  • Rosa Parks Circle, Grand Rapids
  • Griff’s Icehouse West, Holland
  • Martin Arena, Mt. Pleasant
  • Suburban Ice, East Lansing
  • Midland Civic Arena Ice Rinks, Midland
  • Kent Lake at Kensington Metro Park, Milford
  • Lake St Claire Metro Park, Harrison Township
  • Saginaw Bay Ice Arena, Saginaw
  • Buhr Outdoor Ice Arena, Ann Arbor
  • The Ice Rink at Millennium Park, Portage
  • Optimist Ice Arena, Jackson
  • Blake’s Farms Skating Rink, Armada
  • Hutton Ice Rink Patterson Park, Grosse Pointe

 

The Rink At Campus Martius Park, Detroit

Farmington Hills Ice Arena, Farmington Hills

Where are the best cities and places to visit in Michigan in winter?

  • Frankenmuth
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
  • Traverse City
  • Tahquamenon Falls State Park
  • Grand Rapids
  • Mackinac Island
  • Boyne Mountain Resort
  • Holland
  • Munising