SPARC Arena

Travel Guide

Novi, MI


Calling all young athletes! Get ready for an action-packed adventure in the vibrant Ann Arbor Area of Michigan. Strap on your running shoes and hit the trails at the beautiful Matthaei Botanical Gardens, where you can challenge your teammates to a friendly race while surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery.

Need a break from the competition? Take your team to the Ann Arbor Ice Cube, where you can glide across the ice in an exhilarating game of ice hockey or show off your moves in a lively figure skating session. The icy thrills are sure to get your team pumped and energized!

For a day filled with water-filled fun, head to the Rolling Hills Water Park. From thrilling water slides to lazy river lounging, this expansive park has something for everyone. Get drenched in the wave pool or compete in a splash-filled volleyball match, guaranteed to create unforgettable memories for your team.

Wrap up your athletic adventure on a high note by catching a game at The Big House, home to the legendary University of Michigan Wolverines. Join the roaring crowd and cheer from the stands as you witness the intense rivalry on the field. This ultimate sports experience is sure to inspire and motivate your team to reach new heights. So grab your teammates and get ready for a whirlwind of excitement in the Ann Arbor Area!

Planning Ahead

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Find a team-friendly hotel near SPARC Arena

Hampton Inn Detroit/Dearborn

Dearborn, MI (14.93 miles)

Find us just off US Highway 12! Over 20 restaurants within walking distance from the hotel! Only 3 miles from Greenfield Village, the Henry Ford Museum and Ford Motor Company. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is just a 15-minute drive away. Unwind in our pool and 24-hour fitness center, and enjoy free daily, hot breakfast and complimentary WiFi. Please feel free to contact our sales team at DTTMA_Hampton@Hilton.Com for any group block and/or Meeting Room inquiries!

Comfort Inn & Suites

Taylor, MI (16.66 miles)

Family fun near Dearborn and Detroit - Our Comfort Inn® hotel in Taylor provides friendly service in a family hotel. Named for the 12th president of the United States, Zachary Taylor, the city is conveniently located just a short 15-minute drive from Dearborn and about a half-hour drive from Detroit. While in town, take the family to the Heritage Park Petting Farm, where they can get acquainted with goats, sheep, and piglets. Or catch a professional soccer game at the Taylor Sportsplex. Head over to Dearborn and experience the Henry Ford. It’s 250 acres of attractions centered on the auto industry, including the Henry Ford Museum. You’ll find our hotel welcoming from the start. We offer a free, hearty, and healthy complimentary hot breakfast. Get connected with free WiFi or have a pick-me-up with free coffee. For fitness enthusiasts, we offer an indoor heated pool and fitness center. If you’re a government traveler, our hotel is FEMA-approved. For your safety, there are elevators and interior corridors. Get refreshed in our modern guest rooms. They all feature cozy beds with premium bedding, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and coffee makers.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Detroit-Troy/Auburn Hills

Troy, MI (18.33 miles)

Comfy Troy base, near great shopping! We’re located in the small, safe city of Troy, just three miles from fantastic shopping at Somerset Collection. We’re surrounded by entertainment venues and several restaurants, and downtown Detroit is only 20 minutes away. Breakfast and WiFi are included at our all-suite hotel.

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Rent a charter bus or find a rental car in Novi

Pristine Car Rental

Romulus, MI (16.59 miles)

Located eight minutes away from Detroit Metro Airport. We can deliver directly to the terminal for you to pick up any of our vehicles at the parking structure directly across from the baggage claim. Please be aware that you will have to pay the fee to leave the parking structure, To avoid that fee you can take an uber to our home location to retrieve the car. We offer unlimited miles with all our rentals Must have Full coverage insurance or pay with AMEX credit card! We accept credit and debit cards!

STAR TRANSPORTATION

Eagan, MN (512.01 miles)

Star is your one-stop shop for professional transportation services. We offer a diverse fleet of vehicles including 2024-2025 model year Prevost and MCI 56 passenger motor coaches, mini-coaches, passenger vans, SUVs, sedans, and mini-vans. We specialize in transportation anywhere in Minnesota and beyond. Sports teams, school events, airport transfers, point to point, charters, over the road trips and much more. Fleet of over 70 vehicles, and experienced, professional drivers. 24 hour dispatch and reservations. Family owned and operated for over 27 years. New model vehicles, safe, professional, friendly drivers. Licensed and insured. USDOT 686106. Ask for Hank Miller Charter, Groups & Events Specialist hank@limostar.com
While You're Here

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Team-friendly restaurants near SPARC Arena

Panera Bread

Livonia, MI (1.97 miles)

Potbelly

Novi, MI (2.06 miles)

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Novi, MI (2.23 miles)

Buffalo Wild Wings

Novi, MI (3.25 miles)

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Need a team activity for the weekend?

Novi Bowl

Novi, MI (0.51 miles)

bowling alley

Dave & Busters - Livonia

Livonia, MI (2.68 miles)

entertainment center

BATL Axe Throwing - Novi

Novi, MI (2.84 miles)

axe throwing

Paradise Park

Novi, MI (2.84 miles)

mini-golf course

Launch Trampoline Park - Novi

Novi, MI (3 miles)

entertainment center
In case of emergencies

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Forget to pack something?

Pro Shop

Novi, MI (0.59 miles)

Dick's Sporting Goods

Novi, MI (1.67 miles)

Play It Again Sports

Novi, MI (1.99 miles)

Pure Hockey

Novi, MI (2.26 miles)

Pro Shop

Farmington Hills, MI (2.35 miles)

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