This Week in Renton: Pride flag raising at city hall

Published on May 30, 2025

All are welcome! Join the city’s 5th Pride Flag Raising event on Monday, June 2, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Renton City Hall’s upper parking lot.

Join Mayor Pavone, Renton City Council, and the community as Renton Pride’s Vice President Winter Cashman raises the Pride Flag. Light bites and refreshments will be provided.

After the flag raising, join us for a Pride Month proclamation during the council meeting at 7 p.m. in the 7th Floor Council Chambers.

Leading up to Pride Month, the city reached out to the LGBTQ+ community members to better understand their experiences in Renton. The feedback is helping shape the city’s Inclusive City Campaign, an initiative focused on making Renton a welcoming and inclusive place for all.

Renton Farmers Market starts Tuesday, June 3

We’ve got some fresh tips for you when it comes to the Renton Farmers Market!

PARKING: Free parking is available throughout downtown and at the City Center Parking Garage (up to eight hours)
GO EARLY: Get the best selection! Popular items may sell out.
BUY IN BULK: Some vendors offer deals when you buy more!
ACCESS BENEFITS: Residents that use Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), or Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) can use these resources at the market!
BRING: Don’t forget to bring cash, card, and a reusable bag!
ENJOY: Talk to the vendors and get to know the faces behind the products! Don’t forget to enjoy the live music by Biff Moss.

Find the market this year on Williams Avenue South between South Second and South Third Streets every Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. The market runs June 3 through September 30.

Three-week closure of Burnett Avenue South and Smithers Avenue South at South Seventh Street/Talbot Road South

Burnett Avenue South and Smithers Avenue South — at the South Seventh Street & Talbot Road South intersection — will be closed from June 3 to June 24. This closure is near the backside of Brown Bear car wash.

Crews will be building a raised concrete trail crossing on Burnett Avenue South and modifying Smithers Avenue South so drivers can only exit south onto Talbot Road South. This will help make the future multi-use trail on Smithers Avenue South safer and is a part of the South Seventh Street Corridor Improvements Project.

Alternate routes around the closures include Shattuck Avenue South, Morris Avenue South, Williams Avenue South, and Wells Avenue South.

This closure is part of the South Seventh Street Corridor Improvements project to help make South Seventh Street into a key east-west bicycle route into downtown.

Since construction began in March, crews have:

Constructed sidewalk along northside of South Seventh Street from Smithers Avenue South to Shattuck Avenue South.
Installed bicycle video detection at four traffic signals
Revised stormwater system and abandoned old clay storm pipe
Installed irrigation and fiber optic sleeving
Installed pole foundations

Once complete, the area will include new sidewalks, a two-way cycle track, and safety features like signage and other high-visibility technology. These improvements will also provide important non-motorized access to the new Sound Transit BRT station and the existing WSDOT Park and Ride at South Seventh Street and Shattuck Avenue South.

Learn more about the project here.

Gun Lockbox Giveaway on June 6

Join Public Health – Seattle & King County's Regional Office of Gun Violence Prevention (ROGVP), community partner Freedom Project, and the city's Parks and Recreation Department for the Gun Lockbox Giveaway event to promote safe firearm storage and community wellbeing.

Hear from guest speakers on gun safety, gun violence prevention, and community impact on Friday, June 6, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Renton Community Center. Free gun lockboxes will be available for the first 100 Renton households.

Together, we’re working to reduce gun violence and connect families with life-affirming resources that help build safer, healthier neighborhoods.

Friday BBQ with Renton Parks & Recreation

Hold off on those Friday plans!

Our Neighborhood Program’s second BBQ is tomorrow, Friday, May 30, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Philip Arnold Park on Renton Hill (720 Jones Ave. S.).

RSVP at rentonwa.gov/register and join us for free food, music, and fun!

Around Renton

Renton River Days applications are now open. Be part of the festival by visiting rentonwa.gov/riverdays.
The 2026 Parks, Recreation, & Open Space Plan is looking for your feedback. Learn more and fill out the survey at rentonwa.gov/pros.
Renton City Council meets every Monday (excluding fifth Mondays & holidays) at 7 p.m. at Renton City Hall’s 7th floor council chambers. Find the agenda and sign up to speak at rentonwa.gov/council.
May 30 – Neighborhood BBQ 2025 Series, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Philip Arnold Park, 720 Jones Ave. S. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation. Free. RSVP today.
June 2 – Pride Flag Raising, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Renton City Hall Upper Parking Lot, 1055 S Grady Way. Hosted by the Executive Services Department. Free.
June 3 – Renton Farmers Market Opening Day, 3p.m. – 7 p.m. Williams Avenue South between South Second Street and South Third Street. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation. Free.
June 3 – Gardening Class: Top 10 Eco Gardening Hacks, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Virtual. Hosted by the Public Works Department, Renton Parks & Recreation, and Saving Water Partnership. Free. Register now.
June 6 –Gun Lockbox Giveaway, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Highway. Hosted by the Seattle & King County's Regional Office of Gun Violence Prevention, Freedom Project, and Renton Parks & Recreation. Free.
June 7 – Recycling Event: Mattress, Box Spring, Cardboard, Tires, and Styrofoam, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Renton Technical College, NE Sixth Pl. & Monroe Ave. NE. Hosted by the Public Works Department. Free.
June 15 – Renton City Concert Band: Lights, Camera, Music, 2 p.m. Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center, 400 S. Second St. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation. Buy tickets at Senior Activity Center, Renton Community Center, or at the door.
June 25 – Neighborhood BBQ 2025 Series, 3 – 6 p.m. Heritage Park, 233 Union Ave. NE. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation and the South Union Neighborhood Association. Free. RSVP today.
June 26 – Startup425: CoWorking & Health and Wellness , 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Valley Medical Center Medical Arts Center, 4033 Talbot Rd. Hosted by Startup425, Valley Medical Center, and the city’s Community & Economic Development Department. Free. Register here.
June 26 – Summer Concert: Boogie Boulevard, 6:30 p.m. Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park Kidd Valley Stage, 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N. Hosted by Renton Parks & Recreation. Free.

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