Demetral Park
601 N. Sixth St.Madison, WI 53704 Directions
Acres: 49.18
Located on the east side near East High School, Demetral Park features a reservable shelter, playground and a fenced-in dog exercise area. Demetral Park is a popular location for softball and kickball.
Alternate Address: 2297 Commercial Avenue
Alcohol is prohibited in the Demetral Park shelter and a fifty (50) foot radius surrounding the shelter. For more information, see the Madison General Ordinance 8.24. In order to have alcohol at this shelter area, you must have an alcohol permit, which may be obtained through the Parks Administrative Office.
At this Park
Athletic Fields & Courts
Most athletic fields and courts are available first-come, first-served. You must reserve fields and courts online for leagues, lessons, or tournaments.
Basketball
Full Small Courts: 1
Definitions: Full Court = 50' x 84' and Full Small Court = 44' x 74'
Multipurpose Field
1 field
Multipurpose Fields are reservable athletic fields with no game-specific design or limitations. Often used for soccer, ultimate, lacrosse or football, yet open to your imagination. They may be used on a first-come, first-served basis if not already reserved.
Softball
3 softball diamonds.
Volleyball
Courts: 2, sand
By shelter
Off-Leash Dog Park
Open
.57 acres of fenced off-leash area.
Update November 25, 2025: The kiosk posed a structural safety hazard and has been removed.
All dogs need a daily or annual dog permit.
Playground
With 160+ playgrounds throughout Madison, you are never too far from a playground. Playground design and amenities vary by park.
Restrooms
Open
In 2026, restrooms are open April 25 – early October.
Shelter
Please review reservation policies, shelter prices, and current park projects before reserving.