Battle of the Badges: Holiday Lights 2026

Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.

(Admission closes at 8:00 p.m. | Guests may walk through until 8:20 p.m.)

Join Us for a Night of Lights, Music, and Holiday Cheer

Celebrate one of Renton’s brightest holiday traditions as regional public safety agencies transform their vehicles into dazzling light displays.

This free community event includes:

Festive light displays created by competing agencies
Live holiday music and a cheerful atmosphere
Local food trucks serving seasonal favorites
The chance to vote for your favorite decorated vehicle

Give back this season: Bring a non-perishable food item or a monetary donation to support a local food bank.

Pro Tip: A later arrival often means lighter crowds and better photo opportunities.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Battle Location: Renton Technical College, Entrance 3 (Parking Lots P9 & P10)
3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056
Admission: Free
Restrooms: ADA-accessible portable restrooms onsite

Questions? Contact Stephanie Hynes at shynes@rentonwa.gov or 425-430-7519

Parking

Free parking is available at Renton Technical College in Lots P1–P7 and P15 (via Entrances 1 and 2).

Lot P15 Address: 3011 NE 4th St
Additional Parking:
- Community of Christ Church (NE 7th St & Monroe Ave NE)
- Greenwood Memorial Park & Funeral Home (NE 4th Ave & Monroe Ave NE)
- Limited street parking nearby

Accessible parking is reserved in Lot P12 (via Entrance 4) for vehicles with valid disability placards or license plates.

Food Trucks

Fisher Scones
Cafe de la Loba & Dirty Dawgz (nachos, gourmet hotdogs, coffee)
Uncle Bill's Famous Corn Dog Shack
Dirtyz Burgers

Reminders for Attendees

Follow posted entrance signs to maintain smooth foot traffic.
Please do not touch vehicles or light displays.
Keep children close to ensure safety.
Visit a voting station to cast your ballot, drop off food donations, or ask for assistance.
Votes must be submitted before leaving the competition.

Event Map

Voting & Awards

Who will shine the brightest?! Public safety agencies from across the region will go all out to decorate their vehicles and win your vote. Each agency brings its own style, creativity, and holiday spirit to the competition.

Cast your vote at the event and help decide which agency takes home the top awards.

How to Vote:

Pick up a voting card at any voting station.
Vote in person during the event.
Choose a different agency for each award category.

Award Categories:

1st Place Award: Best overall holiday display, considering lights, design, and spirit
Clark Griswold Award: Most over-the-top holiday decorating
Festive Innovation Award: Most creative and original display