Detroit Riverfront

05/14/2026

Spring into Wilson - Featuring If the River Could Sing is coming up this Saturday from 10am - 3pm. Join us, along with InsideOut Literary Arts for a full day of music, food, and fun activities throughout the park.

Speaking of FOOD... check out the lineup of food trucks who will be joining us in the plaza:
Tacos El Caballo
Nepantla Cafe- Mexicantown, Detroit
Big Bo's Grill
Motor City Sweet Treats
Detroit Original Seafood Truck
Shawarma Stop To Go
Zantor's Magic Ice
Olmeka Mexican Bites

Visit the link for all the details:
https://www.detroitriverfront.org/events/calendar/2026/05/16/spring-into-wilson

05/13/2026

Great summer opportunities on the Detroit Riverfront! Join our new food service partner, Variety FoodServices, at their job fair this Saturday at Valade Park. Info below...

NOW HIRING: Detroit Riverfront Concessions! 🌊☀️

Looking for the ultimate summer job with an unbeatable view? Join the Variety FoodServices team at the Detroit Riverfront! We’re hiring Food Service Workers & Bartenders for the summer season.

📍 Job Fair at Valade Park
2670 Atwater St. Detroit, MI 48207

📅 Saturday, May 16
⏰ 12PM – 4PM
✅ On-the-Spot Interviews & Hiring
✅ Walk-Ins Welcome
✅ Pre-Registration Preferred

🍹 Bartenders: Refer a friend and earn a $100 bonus!

Pre-register by scanning the QR code or using the link below: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/x2JLhD3vMD

Applicants who pre-register will be contacted by a Variety FoodServices team member to confirm an interview time slot.

Spend your summer on the riverfront with an amazing team, great energy, and incredible views! 🌆

05/13/2026

Spring into Wilson - Featuring If the River Could Sing is coming up this Saturday!

Join us at Ralph Wilson Park for a day full of fun with InsideOut Literary Arts. We'll have music, food trucks, a huge variety of creative activities for people of all ages, and GIVEAWAYS!

When you complete your "Passport to the Park" by visiting stations throughout the event, you can choose a prize to take home (including Detroit Tigers tickets)!

All the info and FREE registration at the link:
https://www.detroitriverfront.org/events/calendar/2026/05/16/spring-into-wilson

05/12/2026

Detroit Riverwalkers registration is OPEN!

One of our most popular programs is back every Tuesday & Thursday morning from 8am-10pm, beginning June 9.

Adults ages 50 and up can join this FREE program that encourages wellness through walking, fitness classes, resources tables and more! Check out all the information and register at the link:
https://www.detroitriverfront.org/2026detroitriverwalkers

Detroit Riverwalkers is sponsored by Henry Ford Health with support from AARP Michigan.

05/11/2026

Spring into Wilson - Featuring If the River Could Sing is coming up this Saturday, May 16!

Join us from 10am - 3pm at Ralph Wilson Park for a community celebration featuring music, food, interactive arts & culture stations and excitement throughout the park for all ages to enjoy.

Check out the full entertainment lineup here and make a plan to spend your Saturday at Ralph Wilson Park on the Detroit Riverfront!

More information and FREE registration at the link:
https://www.detroitriverfront.org/springintowilson

05/07/2026

Riverfront Herbal Walk is back, beginning Monday, May 11 at Cullen Plaza.

Join us every second Monday of the month at 5:30pm for a short and easy walk along the Detroit Riverfront, where local herbalists will help guests of all ages learn how to identify and engage with plants growing around us. Each session also includes a hands-on activity, with a unique herbal creation to take home and enjoy.

Our May 11 session features local herbalist guides Najah & Sterling. Learn more here and register for FREE:
https://www.detroitriverfront.org/events/calendar/2026/05/11/riverfront-herbal-walk

05/06/2026

Spring into Wilson is almost here!

Join us on May 16 from 10am – 3pm at Ralph Wilson Park for a special community celebration with InsideOut Literary Arts featuring If the River Could Sing - a day full of creativity, exploration and fun for all ages.

We'll have live entertainment from Detroit performers, tasty food trucks, and engaging activities with our partners throughout the park.

Visitors can:
🎨 Create and decorate a river creature mask
🖨️ Print a poem to take home
🎶 Try a new instrument
📖 Decorate your own journal
🐟 Meet a lake sturgeon
🧩 Build a fidget tool
…and so much more!

Be sure to grab your Passport to the Park when you arrive and collect stamps along the way. Redeem your completed passport for a Ralph Wilson Park themed prize!

Come celebrate spring, creativity and community on the Detroit Riverfront! Register for FREE at the link:
https://www.detroitriverfront.org/events/calendar/2026/05/16/spring-into-wilson

05/04/2026

Are you a caregiver of someone living with memory loss or dementia? Join us at Valade Park for the Mosaic Memory Cafe, hosted by Norwest Gallery of Art.

More information and free registration at the link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScChgQKvsuVnhPqrTT0pVqzvN153J9CZ5QBa-B51oMqq1pFsA/viewform

04/30/2026

It’s ALMOST 5K/10K Thursday! 🏁

Join us for 5K/10K Thursday, next Thursday (5/7)! All paces and skill levels are welcome.

If you’re new here, a 5K is 3.1 miles and a 10K is 6.2 miles. You 🫵🏾 pick your distance, just commit! 🫡 Gotta see it through!

Will we see you soon?

🗓️: May 7th, 2026
🧭: 6:30pm
📍: Robert C. Valade Park
🚘: Parking free in lot and street parking available
⛅️ : 48 Degrees

SeasonOpener

04/29/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

At the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, we believe access to beautiful, welcoming public spaces can make a real difference in how people feel, both physically and mentally. That’s why we don’t just create places to enjoy, we work with partners to offer free programs designed to support your wellbeing.

This month, join us for a variety of activities focused on reducing stress, easing anxiety, and helping you reconnect with nature. From returning favorites to new programs at Ralph Wilson Park, there’s something for everyone. Check out our event pages or visit the link on our website to learn more and register for FREE.
https://www.detroitriverfront.org/mentalhealth

Labyrinth Walk - May 2 at Gabriel Richard Park
Love Myself Walk - May 9 at Ralph Wilson Park
Sound Bowl Meditation - May 16 at Ralph Wilson Park
Hammock & Flow Meditation - May 20 at Gabriel Richard Park

04/28/2026

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