Shimmer on the River Info & FAQ
5-6PM VIP Reception
Featuring refreshments and appetizers, we will celebrate Vivian Day & John Stroh, III alongside Robert Alan Davis at our Shimmer Award Ceremony.
6-9PM Main Event
Our main event celebration includes a family-friendly Adventure Park, a lineup of Detroit's favorite local food trucks, our Riverfront Boardwalk, a headline performance by David Brighton's Space Oddity, and more summer fun!
Ticketing
In an effort to reduce wait times, guests will be mailed their wristbands to use as entry to Shimmer. These will arrive within two weeks of the event to the address used while purchasing tickets. If a ticket purchase is made after 6/15, your wristbands will be under your name at Will Call. If you would like to make alternate arrangments for your wristbands, please contact us at events@detroitriverfront.org.
Parking
Free self-parking is available for guests at the Chene Lot located at the intersection of Chene Street and Atwater Street, entering off of Chene. The parking lot is located across the street from Robert C. Valade Park, where Shimmer will be taking place.
Location
Shimmer on the River is located at Robert C. Valade Park: 2670 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI 48207.
Attire
Dress for the evening is cocktail attire. The event is rain or shine, so be sure to dress for an evening outdoors.
FAQ
What is included with my ticket?
Main event tickets include unlimited access to Detroit's top food trucks, refreshments, live entertainment from David Brighton's Space Oddity, giveaways, and activities for all ages at the Adventure Park and Riverfront Boardwalk. Each ticket also includes free admission for two children twelve-and-under.
VIP Tickets include all Main Event benefits as well as access to the exclusive VIP Reception and Shimmer Award presentation.
What activities will there be this year?
Find tons of fun for all ages at our activity spaces! This year, Shimmer on the River features an Adventure Park, a Youth Activity Zone sponsored by Delta Dental, Kids Karaoke and Dance Party, and the Riverfront Boardwalk. At the Adventure Park, there will be an inflatable obstacle course, inflatable ring toss, zap a mole, and more! On the Boardwalk, you can compete at carnival games to win riverfront themed prizes and get your face painted. With lawn games, live musical entertainment, and more fun surprises, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Is Shimmer a family-friendly event?
Yes! Entertainment and activities will be family-friendly and fun for all ages. Each event ticket comes with free admission for up to two children aged twelve-and-under, so be sure to bring them along for this evening of celebration!
What is the fundraiser in support of?
Shimmer on the River raises essential funds to support the ongoing maintenance and operations that keep the Detroit Riverfront and all associated parks and greenways safe, clean, beautiful, and accessible for all citizens of Detroit.
Questions? Contact us at events@detroitriverfront.org.