Wednesday, July 24 & Thursday, July 25
Wednesday & Thursday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Renton History Museum
Free admission. Featured temporary exhibits include With This Ring, a history of marriage in Renton, and A Plate at the Potluck, about our immigrant restaurateurs and caterers.
Thursday: 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Renton River Days Senior Day Picnic
Renton Community Center Join the fun at our most popular summer event for those 50+! Enjoy BBQ hamburgers, ice-cream, and dance to era classics and top 40 hits with the lively 11-member StageOne – Seattle Solid Gold. Registration is required, only $5 per person! rentonwa.gov/register #18916
Friday, July 26
10 a.m.–4 p.m. Renton History Museum
Free.
6–8 p.m. Adaptive Recreation Pool Party
Henry Moses Aquatics Center Adaptive Recreation swimmers of all abilities and ages can experience the water park in a safe setting with support from water park staff if/when needed. Participant may have one aide/caregiver free with admission. $10 Resident / $15 Non-Resident per participant. Register at rentonwa.gov/register with #19372. [email protected] or 425-420-6700
7:30–10 p.m. Live Music from The Kennydales & Drone Show!
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park Kick off Renton River Days weekend with The Kennydales and Friday night lights! Music starts at 7:30 p.m. on the Kidd Valley stage (across from the Kidd Valley restaurant). At 9:30 p.m., look up for a spectacular drone show by Sky Elements, showcasing a breathtaking display of celebration and community.
Saturday, July 27
7:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Pancake Breakfast
Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center Start your day with a hearty breakfast before engaging in the days’ events. Gluten free available upon request. $10 adults, $8 seniors, and $5 kids under 12. Tickets available at Hub Insurance, 1102 Bronson Way N, prior to 7/27, or at the door. 425-381-7069. Organized by Renton Lions Club.
8 a.m.–10 a.m. Volkssports 5K, 10K & 15K ‘Explore Renton’ Fun Walks
Parking available at Renton Memorial Stadium. Follow signs on Cedar River Trail to Start Table at riverfront side of the Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center. Explore Renton’s finest amenities and historic landmarks. 206-228-3915 or interlakentrailblazers.org. Organized by Volkssport Interlaken Trailblazers.
10 a.m. Renton River Days Parade “Where Community Grows”
Downtown along S. Third St. from Shattuck Ave. to Liberty Park With Parade Announcers from 101.5 Hank FM. Drill teams, dancers, marching bands, horses, one-of-a-kind cars, themed “Where Community Grows” entries and more. 425-430-6766 or [email protected].
10 a.m.–3 p.m. Chalk Art Competition
Renton Community Center Artists of all ages are invited to participate for a chance to win the People's Choice Award and Judge's Selection Award. Thanks to a generous donation from Allied Arts of Renton, the first prize winner will receive $1,000 for the Judge's Selection award. Register by July 12 to secure your spot and receive a box of pastels. Don't miss this chance to showcase your creativity!
10 a.m.–5 p.m. Antique Classic Boat Show
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park View 20+ antique and classic boats. Meet the owners and learn about boater and safety education! acbs-pnw.org
10 a.m.–4 p.m. Renton History Museum
Free.
11 a.m.– 7 p.m. Craft Beer & Wine Garden
Liberty Park Near the Entertainment Stage.
11 a.m.–7 p.m. Summer Bazaar
Renton Community Center The Summer Bazaar features art and hand-crafted items for sale. No worries about extra warm weather or raindrops, shop indoors!
11 a.m.–7 p.m. Renton School District Student Art Show
Renton Community Center Banquet Room View displays (no sales) of this district-wide student art show.
11 a.m.–8 p.m. All–Ages ActivityZone
FREE! NEW LOCATION!
Cedar River Park next to Renton Community Center Expanded line-up of free attractions for children, teens and adults.
11 a.m.–8 p.m. Community Information Booths
Liberty Park Exhibitors include city dept., non-profits, public service agencies, and festival event sponsors.
11 a.m.–8 p.m. Renton Foodie Fest
Liberty Park, along Houser Way, and on west side of the Renton Community Center.
Take a break or refuel for more River Days fun!
12–1:15 p.m. 3 Trick Pony
Liberty Park Classic rock to funky dance.
1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 4 p.m. Wenatchee Youth Circus FREE!
Big Field at Liberty Park Known as the “Biggest Little Circus in the World” and is one of several non-professional groups presently performing in the United States. The show includes many professional quality circus acts, including: high wire, flying trapeze, fire acts, and aerial acts.
2:15–3:30 p.m. Steve Aliment & Annie O'Neill
Liberty Park Guitar oriented rock, and soul, with Americana vocal harmony
4:30–5:30 p.m. Frankie McCabe
Liberty Park Folk/Pop
6:30–8 p.m. The Kennydales
Liberty Park Classic yacht rock from the 70’s & 80’s
Sunday, July 28
11 a.m.–4 p.m. Deutsch–Marque Car Show
NEW LOCATION!
Liberty Park Enjoy an impressive display of German beauties. New this year, will be a vendor row representing the best of aftermarket, service, tuner, and car care companies, and meet a few YouTube personalities. Presented by the local Puget Sound Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche and Volkswagen Car Clubs.
11 a.m.–5 p.m. Craft Beer & Wine Garden
Liberty Park Near the Entertainment Stage.
11 a.m.–5 p.m. All–Ages ActivityZone
FREE! NEW LOCATION!
Cedar River Park next to Renton Community Center Expanded line-up of free attractions for children, teens and adults.
11 a.m.–5 p.m. Summer Bazaar
Renton Community Center Bazaar features art and hand-crafted items for sale. No worries about extra warm weather or raindrops, shop indoors!
11 a.m.–5 p.m. Renton School District Student Art Show
Renton Community Center Dance Studio.
View displays of this new student art show.
11 a.m.–5 p.m. Renton Foodie Fest
Liberty Park, along Houser Way, and on west side of the Renton Community Center.
Take a break or refuel for more River Days fun!
11 a.m.–5 p.m. Community Information Booths
Liberty Park Exhibitors include non-profits, public service agencies, and festival event sponsors.
12–1pm Cory Wilds Band
Liberty Park Rock, Blues & Jazz
12–4 p.m. Renton History Museum Free.
2–3pm Nite Wave
Liberty Park 80’s New Wave
3:30 p.m. Rubber Ducky Derby
Houser Street Bridge Thousands of little yellow ducks race for valuable prizes. Buy a ticket from any Rotarian at the Tuesday Renton Farmers Markets at Piazza Park, or at the Rotary Booth in Liberty Park during festival weekend, for your chance to win. rentonrotary.org
4–5pm Stacy Jones
Liberty Park Blues & Rock