Drop your anchor and join us for an evening of celebration in support of the best riverwalk in the USA!
Sail into Summer at Shimmer on the River, the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s largest annual fundraiser! Returning to Robert C. Valade Park on June 18th, this iconic, family-friendly night will feature live musical performances, a delicious curation of local food and beverages, lively activities for all ages, and other exciting moments to ring in a new season on the riverfront.
At our Shimmer VIP Reception, we are thrilled to honor Dr. John Hartig and Sarah & Chip McClure in recognition of their long-time championship of the work of the Conservancy.
Your contribution directly supports the ongoing maintenance, programming, and security of these valued public spaces to ensure that the Detroit Riverwalk and associated parks and greenways remain beautiful, safe, and accessible for all.
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor
Friends of Robert C. Valade Park
Shimmer Award Sponsor
Henry Ford Health
Adventure Park Sponsor
Delta Dental
Champions of the Conservancy
Bedrock
ContinuServe
Matt & Karen Cullen
General Motors
Kresge Foundation
Sarah & Chip McClure
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation
Riverwalk Partners
Arts, Beats, & Eats Foundation
Robin Damschroder
Detroit-Wayne Joint Building Authority
Sheila Ford & Steve Hamp
Sarah Page
Matt & Mona Simoncini
Wolverine Packing Co.
Shimmer Partners
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center
John & Patricia Hartig
Hollywood Casino at Greektown
Liberty Security Group
The Parade Company
Caroline, Scott, & Jill R. Riddle
Vivian Day & John Stroh
Ryan & Callie Sullivan
Community Partners
Cassie Brenske & Mike Smet
Cathy & Kevin Broderick
Karl & Nan Couyoumjian
Detroit Economic Club
Kathy & Enrico DiGirolamo
Rod & Linda Gillum
Jennifer Hudson-Parke
Muchmore Harrington Smalley & Associates
Oakland University
The Right Productions, Inc.
SmithGroup
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Tom & Anne Woiwode
Ganesa Wegienka
In Kind Partners
Diamond Jack's River Tours
Epiphany Studios
EXP Photo