Nicole Walton - Friends supporting Waterfront Park

Once upon a time, this park was only a dream but today it stands as testament to our community’s vision and dedication, transforming from wasteland to wonder. As the most visited destination in our downtown, with over 2.5 million annual visitors, it’s where we come together for our most cherished celebrations. Whether you’re walking across the Big Four Bridge, visiting our playgrounds with your family, enjoying our nature walk at the river’s edge or attending one of our hundreds of events, you know how vital this space is. 

Visitors come from across our community and beyond to experience the park that was voted the #1 Riverwalk in the United States.

Many people are surprised to learn that Waterfront Park is operated by an independent nonprofit organization. While the park is free and open to everyone, it is not free to maintain, program, and renew. From the Big Four Bridge and Lincoln Memorial to Waterfront Wednesdays, PlayPort, public art, and playgrounds, donor support helps make it all possible.

After serving millions of visitors for more than 25 years, some of our most beloved spaces are ready for reinvestment. This year, Waterfront Park will begin renovating the Adventure Playground and Splash Park, adjacent to the Big Four Bridge while planning future improvements in other well loved areas of the park.  

For more than 25 years, Waterfront Park has been the backdrop for millions of memories. With your support, it will continue to be the setting for millions more.

Whether you give $10 or $1,000, your Give for Good Louisville gift helps care for and renew the waterfront we all share. Thank you for investing in our waterfront for the next generation.

Help us ensure Waterfront Park remains a vibrant community hub for future generations with your gift during Give for Good.