The Detroit Riverwalk will be closed between Beaubien and Rivard streets through spring 2026. For more information and detour information, click the link.
Detroit is known for its rich tradition of beautiful art and culture. The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is proud to display a variety of public art and host musical performances along the Riverwalk and greenways.
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The David Campbell Terrace is an outdoor stage located just north of the Lafayette entrance on the Dequindre Cut. The Conservancy hosts music programs and events throughout the year at Campbell Terrace for visitors of all ages.
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Instead of traditional horses, this carousel features creatures indigenous to the Detroit River, such as the egret, snail, frog, heron and sturgeon.
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Along the length of the Dequindre Cut, visitors can view dozens of original murals and preserved graffiti under the overpasses and along the walls of the Cut.
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This unique abstract sculpture, Nike of the Strait by artist Scott Hocking, is featured in the inlet at Valade Park. The sculpture honors the history of this space, previously used as a storage space for the U.S. Coast Guard’s buoys.
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The Yard is an outdoor gallery dedicated to the preservation of the graffiti and underground history of the space. It's located on the Southwest Greenway under the Rosa Parks and Lafayette Blvd. overpasses.
Join us for a full day of music, food and fun as we celebrate the best area code in the country - the 313!
Fri. March 13, 2026 @ 3:13PM
Chess every Wednesday at Valade Park with Wise Guys Chess Club. All ages and experience levels welcome.
Wed. March 18, 2026 @ 6:00PM
Join us for a fun and creative way to celebrate the beauty of the world around us.
Wed. April 22, 2026 @ 6:00PM
Sail into Summer at Shimmer on the River, the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s largest annual fundraiser!
Thu. June 18, 2026 @ 5:00PM
