Shimmer on the River 2023

The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy celebrated 20 years on the Detroit riverfront on June 22 at its Shimmer on the River event, the organization’s largest annual fundraiser. The event, held at Robert C. Valade Park just west of Stroh River Place in Detroit, commemorated the conservancy’s history and the individuals and organizations that have supported its efforts to build a five-mile Riverwalk from Belle Isle to the Ambassador Bridge, among other projects. The family affair featured food trucks and music from the Prince tribute band, the Purple Xperience, while the Delta Dental Adventure Park offered games, inflatables, obstacle courses, and giveaways. // Photographs by Patrick Gloria