Try naming another spot in Macomb County where you can drop 120 feet in a free-fall tower, then knock down a few pins, then swing a bucket of range balls, all before dinner. That’s the pitch at this 25-acre complex off Hall Road, a place that’s been reinventing what a night out in Clinton Township looks like since disco was still a thing.
C.J. Barrymore’s started life in 1974 as a simple driving range built by Rick Iceberg. It picked up a bar and nightclub scene in the 1980s before settling into the family entertainment center it’s known as today, and it’s still run by Iceberg alongside longtime general manager David Dalpizzol and partner Robert Breitmeyer. The place leaned into its 50th anniversary in 2024 with a new headline attraction, and attendance jumped by roughly 100,000 visitors that year alone, a sign that people in the area still show up in a big way.
Rides, Karts, And Games Worth The Trip
The showpiece these days is the Indy SkyTrack, a $3 million go-kart track that opened in May 2024 with a three-story, 30-foot loop, a rarity for a kart track anywhere in the Midwest. It joins the Grand Prix and Turbo Track, giving the park three separate karting experiences suited to different ages and nerve levels, so a first-timer and a speed junkie in the same group can both find their lane.
Beyond the karts, the thrill-ride lineup punches above its weight for a park this size: a 120-foot Drop Tower, a Ferris wheel, a Loop Coaster, a Spin Coaster, and the Soaring Eagle Zipline all sit on the outdoor grounds. Families consistently point to the sheer range of things to do as the reason they keep coming back, since a single visit can mix roller coaster loops with a lazy round of mini golf without ever leaving the property.
Golfers get real attention here too. The driving range includes 40 outdoor stalls plus 28 indoor bays outfitted with Toptracer ball-tracking technology, useful for working on your swing when Michigan weather isn’t cooperating. Add two 18-hole mini-golf courses, and golf fans of every skill level have a reason to linger.
Indoors, there’s a 20,000-square-foot arcade packed with the usual mix of prize games and pushers, laser tag, and a 10-lane bowling center run on QubicaAMF equipment. It’s the kind of setup that lets a rainy afternoon turn into a full day out without anyone getting bored.
Atmosphere & Décor
The energy here splits pretty cleanly between two moods: the wide-open outdoor midway with its coasters and kart tracks humming in the background, and the climate-controlled indoor side where the arcade lights, bowling lanes, and driving range bays keep things going regardless of season. It reads less like a single attraction and more like a small entertainment district packed onto one lot.
Visitors often describe the grounds as clean and well kept for a park that sees this much foot traffic, with staff generally easy to flag down when a machine needs a reset or a question comes up. The outdoor side has an unmistakable summer-carnival feel, string lights and ride noise included, while the indoor arcade and bowling alley lean into a more classic hangout vibe.
Other Considerations
Is it worth the cost? Admission itself is free; you pay through either an all-day wristband (available late March through October) or a Fun Card loaded for individual attractions. It’s not a cheap afternoon if you’re doing everything, but the variety on offer generally justifies it for a full day out.
“What are the hours?” The park runs Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday until 11 p.m. Keep in mind that outdoor rides and attractions are weather dependent, so a cold or rainy day can limit what’s open.
Is it good for younger kids? Yes, the mix of mini golf, arcade games, and gentler rides works well for younger children, while the go-kart tracks and taller thrill rides give older kids and teens something with more of a kick.
Can I do this indoors if the weather’s bad? Definitely. Between the indoor driving range bays, bowling lanes, laser tag, and arcade, there’s enough indoors to fill a visit even if the outdoor rides are closed for the day.
C.J. Barrymore’s
📍 21750 Hall Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038
Website: https://cjbarrymores.com/
