Press Release: Legacy Square Brings Art & Culture Hub to Downtown
Published on February 13, 2026
RENTON, WA (FEBRUARY 13, 2026) – This summer, the City of Renton will unveil a visionary project to bring a vibrant and inclusive arts and culture hub to downtown. Taking advantage of the anticipated tourism boom throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Legacy Square will host not just events surrounding the festivities but also provide Renton with downtown amenities for our community to enjoy long into the future.
Legacy Square is set to provide entertainment, activities, events, and opportunities for our residents, businesses, and visitors in our downtown area.
The space will serve as a vibrant location for watch parties, the arts, play, events, and more. Our goal is to ensure accessibility for all during an exciting time for our region, regardless of financial constraints, demographics, or backgrounds. We are grateful to the RAVE Foundation for its partnership and contribution to the futsal court.
We are looking forward to the community leaving their LEGACY.
Stay up to date on all activities, news, and business resources at rentonwa.gov/legacysquare.
Join the action at Legacy Square
Legacy Square is set to provide entertainment, activities, events, and opportunities for our residents, businesses, and visitors in our downtown area. This will kick off with 15 city-hosted watch parties in June and July.
Other planned activities this summer will include live concerts, movies, the Renton Farmers Market, and Renton River Days, festivals, and family-friendly activities. Stay current on dates and times for all events at rentonwa.gov/activationcalendar.
Confirmed City of Renton watch party dates:
- Thursday, June 11 @ 12 p.m. Mexico vs. South Africa
- Friday, June 12 @ 6 p.m. USA vs. Paraguay
- Saturday, June 13 @ 3 p.m. Brazil vs. Morocco
- Sunday, June 14 @ 1 p.m. Netherlands vs. Japan
- Thursday, June 18 @ 6 p.m. Mexico vs. South Korea
- Friday, June 19 @ 12 p.m. USA vs. Australia
- Saturday, June 20 @ 1 p.m. Germany vs. Cote d’Ivoire
- Sunday, June 21 @ 12 p.m. Belgium vs. Iran
- Thursday, June 25 @ 7 p.m. USA vs. TBD
- Saturday, June 27 @ 4:30 p.m. Colombia vs. Portugal
- Sunday,June 28 @ 12 p.m. Playoff 2A vs. 2B
- Friday, July 10 @ 12 p.m. Quarter Final Game
- Saturday, July 11 @ 2 p.m. Quarter Final Game
- Saturday, July 18 @ 2 p.m. Third Place Game
- Sunday, July 19 @ 12 p.m. FINAL
Every event at Legacy Square is designed to create movement and community connectedness. We want to:
- Attract visitors to Renton
- Create excitement and opportunities to encourage people to stay, explore, eat, and shop
- Put a spotlight on our small businesses during the high-traffic summer season
- Explore the possibilities of what Legacy Square can offer our community
How can local businesses partner and participate in the excitement?
Connect with the city and let us know what you have planned! Do you have a special themed menu or event in the works? Add it to the Community Calendar at visitrenton.com. We can amplify what’s happening. Ideas could include:
- Extending hours during watch parties
- Offering event-day specials
- Hosting sidewalk pop-ups
Use the Space! Summer 2026 is a pilot season focused on city-led events in order to test logistics and shape long-term use. Interested in future activations? Stay connected and share your ideas at rentonwa.gov/legacysquare.
Submit your events to the community calendar at visitrenton.com/renton-events/submit-an-event.
Local Business Tools
For local businesses, Legacy Square will be a great opportunity to increase foot traffic into shops and restaurants. Access the city’s business hub for resources and opportunities to align with the events of this summer.
We are:
- Offering a full summer schedule of free public events
- Hosting information sessions every month for businesses. See calendar at rentonwa.gov/soccer2026bizhub
- Promoting activities through city channels and Visit Renton
- Investing in Legacy Square as a downtown gathering place
- Providing branding for marketing as part of the Renton Ready to Play brand kit at rentonwa.gov/brandkit
Construction update
Phase 1 has reached substantial completion, with some landscaping elements to follow. This means we have a completed futsal court, lighting, elevated viewing platform, three stairwells, two planter benches, sidewalks, and landscaping.
Phase 2 is underway and focuses on installing a stage and a large-scale screen.
Phase 3 will finalize all project aspects and install the play structure.
Legacy Square is expected to be completed by the end of May, with a grand opening scheduled for early June.
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About the City of Renton
The City of Renton, Washington, with a population of 108,800 (2024), is located on the southeast shore of Lake Washington, just south of Seattle. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace, and favorable business climate have attracted nationally recognized companies wishing to provide employees and their families with an outstanding quality of life. Renton is the home of Boeing, PACCAR, IKEA, Super Bowl Champion (2014) Seattle Seahawks, two-time (2016 & 2019) MLS champion and CONCACAF Champion (2022) Seattle Sounders FC (in 2024), and the eternal resting place of rock icon Jimi Hendrix. You can find more information on our website, news releases, Facebook, Twitter, and Nextdoor pages.