The lights were closed down Sep 2022. Only the bridge lights were on, but has to be great when they work. Take the path next to the river south and arrive at Howard Park which has the best kids playground I have ever seen. Great place.

The water was grey. Looks like someone was dumping coal from nearby Colfax Bridge. We pray that is not the case.

Early June evening...parked off Colfax Ave and walked in to see the River Lights and the Mark di Suvero sculpture “Keepers of the Fire” in the river. The lights are awesome with the bridge behind it. A bit chilly and dark (the paths could be better lit). Would love to have walked all the way around to see the lights and sculpture from all angles. Still was a nice time. And there was a free music festival happening in the Plaza too.

In the early evening there is a beautiful walk around river just south of Colfax bridge. The river is illuminated in a variety of colors and the effect is very impressive.

My family and I spent 4th of July in South Bend and took an evening walk to see the River Lights. The lights, rushing water and fireworks made it a memorable evening.