CITY OF RENTON WASHINGTON

Big Liberty (Liberty Park, larger field)
Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

These activities will require a purchased wristband

• 24 ft. Modular Slide
• 24’ Rockwall
• Ballistic Swing
• Bumper Ball Arena
• Bungee Trampoline
• Deluxe Modular Combo
• Face-Painting
• Grounding Rod
• Mini Turbo Rush Obstacle Course
• Ninja Warped Wall
• RotoHammer

Purchase & Pick-Up ActivityZone Wristbands

Fee-based activities require a wristband.

Online Presale: rentonwa.gov/register Search keywords “ActivityZone”

In-Person Presale: Renton Community Center

Presale wristband pick-up will be available during festival weekend, July 21-23, at the Renton Community Center, or at the Sales Booth at the entrance to the ActivityZone in Big Liberty.

• $25 3-day pass, presale through July 19
• $10 1-day pass, presale through July 19
• $15 1-day pass, presale July 20
• ($15 1-day pass, purchase at Liberty Park)

Road Trip Around Renton

Back for year #2, explore our greater Renton community with Road Trip Around Renton, July 17-23, with an app-driven scavenger hunt through the app GooseChase. Your mission is to check off as many activities as you can before July 23 for your chance to win a prize. From “Just a Walk in the Park: take a picture of yourself doing your favorite activity at your favorite park in Renton” to “Getting Groovy: take a video of your team enjoying the live music at Renton River Days.”

Get started in three steps

1. Register online. Use the keyword “Road Trip”

2. Download the GooseChase app and enter the code and password emailed to you

3. Earn as many points as you can for a chance to win a prize!

For more info, email [email protected] or call 425-430-6700.

Tuesday, July 18

10 a.m.–4 p.m. Renton History Museum free admission during festival week. 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.

Wednesday, July 19

10 a.m.–4 p.m. Renton History Museum free admission.

Thursday, July 20

10 a.m.–4 p.m. Renton History Museum free admission.

11:15 a.m.–1 p.m. Picnic on the Patio, at Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center.
Pre-registration required. Use keyword "Picnic."to reserve your spot. Event features a delicious meal by Sound Generations, games, and featured entertainment of Danny Vernon–Illusion of Elvis Presley. Entertainment provided by The Cottages of Renton. Call 425-430-6633.

Liberty Park Stage Entertainment

Friday, July 21
11 a.m. - DJ Music
4:30–5:30 p.m. - Toucans, Steel Drum
6:30–8 p.m. - Victims of Love, Eagles Tribute

Saturday, July 22
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. - Fabulous Roof Shakers, Rhythm & Blues
2–2:45 p.m. - Japan Creative Arts, The School of Taiko
3:45–5:30 p.m. - Darren Motamedy, Jazz
6:30–8 p.m. - Wally & The Beaves, ‘50s to ‘80s Variety

Sunday, July 23
1:30–3 p.m. - Jewel Tones, Motown Trio
4–5:30 p.m. - Rockfish & Friends, Classic Rock that ‘Kicks Brass!’

Renton Community Center

Friday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
MexiCuban
Chayen
C. Davis BBQ
Taco Cortes (in AM)/ El Gran Taco (in PM)
Tastyz
Candela Pizza
Ice Cream Express (in AM)

Saturday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
MexiCuban
C. Davis BBQ
Candela Pizza
Tastyz
Where Ya At, Matt? (AM)
Grey Coast Dogs

Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
MexiCuban
C. Davis BBQ
Candela Pizza
El Gran Taco
Ice Cream Express
Wiseguy

Liberty Park

Friday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
NW TX BBQ (am)/ Peco’s Pit (pm)
Five Hooks (am)
Tabassum
Sweet Wheels
Thai on Highlands
Village Perk
Sugar & Spoon
Little Chicken Burgers
Lucky Luciano’s (am)

Saturday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
NW TX BBQ
Five Hooks Seafood
Langostino Sushi Burrito
Tabassum
Sweet Wheels
Thai on Highlands
Village Perk
Sugar & Spoon
Ray’s Food
Little Chicken Burgers

Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m
Five Hooks Seafood
Ray’s Food
Peco’s Pit
Tabassum
Sweet Wheels
Thai on Highlands
Village Perk
Sugar & Spoon
Langostino Sushi Burrito
Taco Cortes
Grey Coast Dogs

1. Renton Police Department
2. Renton Regional Fire Authority
3. Renton Firefighter Union Parade Fire Engine
4. VFW 9430
5. Grand Marshall: Robin Gregoris
6. Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone
7. Renton City Council President Valerie O'Halloran
8. Renton City Council President Pro-Tem Ed Prince
9. Renton City Council Member Ruth Perez
10. Renton City Council Member James Alberson
    
    
11. Renton City Council Member Carmen Rivera
12. Renton City Council Member Kim-Khanh Van
13. Renton City Council Member Ryan McIrvin
14. Sponsor: Brotherton Cadillac Buick GMC
15. Sponsor: Kenworth
16. Sponsor Walker's Renton Subaru and Mazda
17. Sponsor: Rotary Club of Renton
18. Sponsor Premier Martial Arts Fairwood
19. Hazen Highlander Marching Band
    
    
20. Seattle Seafair Clowns
21. City of Renton Parks and Recreation Department
22. City of Renton Recreation's Dragons Track & Field Team
23. Renton Farmers Market
24. Rainier Antique Tractor Club
25. The Dolls & Gents Drill Team and Drumline
26. City of Renton Public Works Department
27. City of Renton Public Works: Streets Maintenance Division
28. City of Renton Public Works: Water Division
29. Cub Scout Pack 495
    
    
30. Global Credit Union
31. Rowan Fae Irish Dance Company
32. Benson Bruins Football
33. City of Renton Neighborhood Program
34. Star Wars Characters
35. Renton Center Fred Meyer
36. Spotlight Dance Center
37. Grupo Folklorico Citlali
38. Holden Southcenter Assisted Living & Memory Care
39. Fairwood Martial Arts
    
    
40. Renton High School: Lady RedHawks Cheer
41. Renton High School: Football Team
42. Renton High School: Boys Basketball
43. Unity in Community
44. Epitome Entertainment
45. King County Metro
46. Save The Cedar River
47. Raise the Wage Renton
48. Ampowering Miss India WA USA
49. Body Language Studio
    
    
50. Hazen Dance Team
51. The Salvation Army of Renton
52. Cub Scout Pack 497 (Newcastle and Renton)
53. Evergreen Beauty College
54. United Christian Church of Renton
55. Valhalla Construction and Recycling
56. Renton LGBTQIA+ Community
57. Hazen High School Cheer
58. Kingcon NW
59. First Robotics: Team 3588 - The Talon
    
    
60. Save The Cedar River
61. Family Circle Learning Center
62. Mayweather Boxing + Fitness: Tukwila
63. Sumner High School: Spartan Marching Band
64. Renton Downtown Partnership
65. STAR 101.5
66. Sustainable Renton
67. Baile Dior Studios
68. Coalition of Filipino American Organizations of Washington (COFAO)
69. Renton School District Transportation Dept. "Summer Days"
    
    
70. Renton 5 Star Football & Cheer
71. Haunted Forest of Maple Valley
72. Renton Select Basketball
73. Stereo Centro LLC
74. Gene Meyer Towing
75. West Coast Country Heat
76. Village Concepts of Fairwood
77. Renton Sea Hawkers

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Picnic on the Patio

Friday, July 21

10 a.m.–4 p.m. - Renton History Museum free admission.

11 a.m.–7 p.m. - (NEW!) Summer Bazaar Renton Community Center (1715 Maple Valley Hwy). The previous Art Market is now the Summer Bazaar. With its new space at RCC, no worries about extra warm weather or raindrops, this show is indoors! Info: [email protected] or 425-430-6700.

11 a.m.–7 p.m. - (NEW) Renton School District Student Art Show, Renton Community Center Banquet Room. View displays (no sales) of this new district-wide student art show.

11 a.m.–7 p.m. - Craft Beer & Wine Garden Near the Entertainment Stage, Liberty Park. Enjoy craft beer and wine selections, time with family and friends, and experiencing the sights and sounds of this year’s festival stage entertainment!

11 a.m.–8 p.m. - All–Ages “Pay to Play” ActivityZone Liberty Park, Big Liberty (large field). Expanded line-up of low-cost attractions for children, teens and adults. Purchase wristband at Sales Booth at entrance to ActivityZone. $15/pp Day Pass

11 a.m.–8 p.m. - Food Truck Frenzy, Liberty Park and outside Renton Community Center. Take a break or refuel for more River Days fun. Local cooks, bakers, and yummy-thing makers will bring delicious delights to this year’s festival weekend.

Renton Community Center: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

MexiCuban
Chayen
C. Davis BBQ
Taco Cortes (AM)/ El Gran Taco (PM)
Tastyz
Candela Pizza
Ice Cream Express (AM)

Liberty Park: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

NW TX BBQ (am)/ Peco’s Pit (pm)
Five Hooks (am)
Tabassum
Sweet Wheels
Thai on Highlands
Village Perk
Sugar & Spoon
Little Chicken Burgers
Lucky Luciano’s (am)

11 a.m.–8 p.m. - Community Information Booths Liberty Park. Exhibitors include city departments, non-profits, public service agencies, and festival event sponsors.

11 a.m.–8 p.m. - Liberty Park Stage Entertainment

11 a.m. - DJ Music
4:30–5:30 p.m. - Toucans, Steel Drum
6:30–8 p.m. - Victims of Love, Eagles Tribute

5:30–9:30 p.m. - (NEW) Lucky Duck Poker Walk and Pub Crawl, Downtown Renton. Check-in at Pavilion Events Center. An all-in-one fun pub, coffee and tasting crawl with a twist. Collect lucky cards from the duck pond at over 12 locations, form a winning poker hand, and secure fabulous prizes! Tickets include a commemorative cup, drink specials and bonus savings at multiple locations downtown.

Friday evening

Renton Pavilion Event Center & Piazza Park
233 Burnett Ave

5:30 p.m. - Check-in for the Lucky Duck Poker Walk & Pub Crawl and Family Bonus Bingo

6–7:30 p.m. - Free kid’s activities, arts & crafts

6–8 p.m. - Get a sneak peek into the innovative businesses of tomorrow with the standout vendors from the downtown pitch competition!

Piazza Park
233 Burnett Ave

5:30–9 p.m. - Craft Beer & Wine Garden, provided by Rain City Catering

5:30–7:30 p.m. - DJ Music

7:30–9 p.m. - Live Music by The Hipsters

9:30 p.m. - (NEW) Drone Show. Friday Night Lights takes to the sky with a spectacular Drone Show. Join the pilots from Sky Elements as they take flight with an artistic display of celebration and community.

Saturday, July 22

7:30–10:30 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 7/22, or at the door on 7/22. 425-381-7069. Organized by Renton Lions Club.

8–10 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.

8 a.m.–6 p.m. - (NEW) Coed Volleyball Tournament. The first RRDs volleyball tournament will be hosted at Cedar River Park and feature up to 48 teams. All skill levels from Beginner to Open will play in a “reverse doubles” format. Pre-registration required. Use keyword "Volleyball." $50 Team; Div. A/AA #15094; Div. B/BB #15096. No walk-up entries.

10 a.m. - Renton River Days Parade “Where Community Grows.” South 3rd Street from Shattuck Ave to Liberty Park, with Parade announcers from STAR 101.5 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.–4 p.m. - Renton History Museum free admission.

11 a.m.–7 p.m. - Craft Beer & Wine Garden Near the Entertainment Stage, Liberty Park.

11 a.m.–7 p.m. - (NEW) Summer Bazaar Renton Community Center (1715 Maple Valley Hwy). Show features art and hand-crafted items for sale.

11 a.m.–7 p.m. - (NEW) Renton School District Student Art Show, Renton Community Center Banquet Room. View displays of this new student art show.

11 a.m.–8 p.m. - All–Ages “Pay to Play” ActivityZone Liberty Park, Big Liberty (large field). Expanded line-up of low-cost attractions for children, teens and adults. Purchase wristband at Sales Booth at entrance to ActivityZone. $15/pp Day Pass.

11 a.m.–8 p.m. - Community Information Booths,  Liberty Park. Exhibitors include non-profits, public service agencies, and festival event sponsors.

11 a.m.–8 p.m. - Food Truck Frenzy Liberty Park and outside Renton Community Center.

Renton Community Center: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

MexiCuban
C. Davis BBQ
Candela Pizza
Tastyz
Where Ya At, Matt? (am)
Grey Coast Dogs

Liberty Park: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

NW TX BBQ
Five Hooks Seafood
Langostino Sushi Burrito
Tabassum
Sweet Wheels
Thai on Highlands
Village Perk
Sugar & Spoon
Ray’s Food
Little Chicken Burgers

11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. - Liberty Park Entertainment Stage

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. - Fabulous Roof Shakers, Rhythm & Blues
2–2:45 p.m. - Japan Creative Arts, The School of Taiko
3:45–5:30 p.m. - Darren Motamedy, Jazz
6:30–8 p.m. - Wally & The Beaves, ‘50s to ‘80s Variety

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 per participant. [email protected] or 425-420-6700.

Sunday, July 23

10 a.m.–3 p.m. - Deutsch–Marque Show.  Welcome back to this annual event with an impressive display of German beauties at Cedar River Park. 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, Near the Entertainment Stage, Liberty Park.

11 a.m.–5 p.m. - All–Ages “Pay to Play” ActivityZone Liberty Park, Big Liberty (large field). Expanded line-up of low-cost attractions for children, teens and adults. Purchase wristband at Sales Booth at entrance to ActivityZone. $15/pp Day Pass

11 a.m.-5 p.m. - Summer Bazaar Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Hwy at Cedar River Park. Show features art and hand-crafted items for sale.

11 a.m.–5 p.m. - (NEW) Renton School District Student Art Show Renton Community Center Banquet Room. View displays of this new student art show.

11 a.m.–5 p.m. - Food Truck Frenzy Liberty Park and outside Renton Community Center.

Renton Community Center: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
MexiCuban
C. Davis BBQ
Candela Pizza
El Gran Taco
Ice Cream Express
Wiseguy

Liberty Park: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m
Five Hooks Seafood
Ray’s Food
Peco’s Pit
Tabassum
Sweet Wheels
Thai on Highlands
Village Perk
Sugar & Spoon
Langostino Sushi Burrito
Taco Cortes
Grey Coast Dogs

11 a.m.–5 p.m. - Community Information Booths Liberty Park. Exhibitors include non-profits, public service agencies, and festival event sponsors.

Noon–4 p.m. - Renton History Museum free admission.

1:30-5:30 p.m - Liberty Park Stage Entertainment

1:30–3 p.m. - Jewel Tones, Motown Trio
4–5:30 p.m. - Rockfish & Friends, Classic Rock that ‘Kicks Brass!’

3:30 p.m. - Rubber Ducky Derby, Houser Street Bridge. Thousands of little yellow ducks race for valuable prizes. Buy a ticket for your chance to win from any Rotarian, at the Tuesday Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park, or at the Rotary Booth in Liberty Park during festival weekend.