What’s going on around Renton? | Aug. 6 edition
Published 8:00 am Thursday, August 6, 2026
Aug. 6
Danny Godinez Summer Concert at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park:
This free, family-friendly celebration of live music starts at 6:30 p.m., so grab a chair, bring your crew and soak in the summer at the beach park. Enjoy some blues/jazz/Latin fusion on the stage near Ivar’s. Located at 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N.
Aug. 7
“Lilo & Stitch” (2025) Movie Night at Legacy Square: Enjoy a free movie on the big outdoor screen, with concessions opening at 6 p.m., pre-movie entertainment at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starting at 7 p.m. Located at 510 S. 3rd St.
Aug. 8
North Renton Community Yard Sale at North Renton Neighborhood: From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., go for a treasure hunt in the North Renton neighborhood where you can buy furniture, clothes, toys, tools, kitchenware, and more. For a full map of the neighborhood stops, visit bit.ly/4yU2t3Q. To learn more, email north.renton@gmail.com.
Summer Concert Series: Clinton Fearon at Legacy Square: Enjoy this free concert, starting at 7 p.m. Food trucks and beverage garden will open at 5:30 p.m., with free parking just a stone’s throw away in the city parking garage. Located at South 3rd Street and Logan Avenue South.
Aug. 11
Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park: The farmers market returns to Piazza Park this year, and will be every Tuesday from 3-7 p.m. through Sept. 29. Shop local farmers and vendors, enjoy live music and get some sage advice from WSU’s Master Gardeners. Parking available a block away in the city garage. Located at South 3rd Street and Logan Avenue South.
Aug. 12
Fairwood Market Night at Northwood Middle School: The Market Night is back with the theme “Art Under The Stars.” From 4-8 p.m., the Market Night takes place every second Wednesday of the the summer and fall, with vendors and performers making it a fun time out with family and friends. Each month has a different theme: Sept. 9, Blast Into The Future (STEM and Tech); Oct. 14, Day of the Dead. Located at 17007 S.E. 184th St.
Aug. 13
Between 2 Gregs Summer Concert at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park:
This free, family-friendly celebration of live music starts at 6:30 p.m., so grab a chair, bring your crew and soak in the summer at the beach park. Enjoy some pop rock on the stage near Ivar’s. Located at 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N.
Aug. 14
Family Dance Party – Family Fun Extravaganza at Sunset Neighborhood Park: Starting at 10:30 a.m., explore movement, music, and creative expression in the fresh air at this free dance party. These Family Fun Extravaganza events are in partnership with King County Library System at summer meal sites. Located at 2680 Sunset Lane NE.
“Black Panther” Movie Night at Legacy Square: Enjoy a free movie on the big outdoor screen, with concessions opening at 6 p.m., pre-movie entertainment at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starting at 7 p.m. Located at 510 S. 3rd St.
Aug. 15
Summer Concert Series: Soul Sacrifice at Legacy Square: Enjoy this free concert, starting at 7 p.m. Food trucks and beverage garden will open at 5:30 p.m., with free parking just a stone’s throw away in the city parking garage. Located at South 3rd Street and Logan Avenue South.
Aug. 20
Café Vets: Monthly gathering of veterans and guests for coffee and refreshments hosted by Renton American Legion Post 19 and Auxiliary Unit 19 on the third Thursday of every month (except December) from 10 a.m. to noon. Come for coffee, camaraderie and goodies. Legion membership is not a requirement, though most veterans are eligible for membership. Post Service Officer will be on hand, in case someone needs assistance with a VA claim. No agenda, just veterans getting together with other veterans and their friends. Post Hall is in the Renton Highlands, under the water tower (3224 N.E. 12th St.).
Cory Wilds Band Summer Concert at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park:
This free, family-friendly celebration of live music starts at 6:30 p.m., so grab a chair, bring your crew and soak in the summer at the beach park. Enjoy some Texas and classic blues on the stage near Ivar’s. Located at 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N.
Aug. 21
“Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” Movie Night at Legacy Square: Enjoy a free movie on the big outdoor screen, with concessions opening at 6 p.m., pre-movie entertainment at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starting at 7 p.m. Located at 510 S. 3rd St.
Aug. 22
Wine & Art Block Party at Legacy Square: Sip, savor, and celebrate creativity in the heart of downtown Renton. This vibrant all-ages event brings together local artists, makers and wineries for an afternoon of community and discovery. Event runs from noon to 8:30 p.m., to get the full line-up, visit rentonwa.gov/events. Located at 510 S. 3rd St.
Aug. 27
Chrome Molly Summer Concert at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park:
This free, family-friendly celebration of live music starts at 6:30 p.m., so grab a chair, bring your crew and soak in the summer at the beach park. Enjoy some hard rock on the stage near Ivar’s. Located at 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N.
Aug. 28
“Pokémon: Detective Pikachu” Movie Night at Legacy Square: Enjoy a free movie on the big outdoor screen, with concessions opening at 6 p.m., pre-movie entertainment at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starting at 7 p.m. Located at 510 S. 3rd St.
Aug. 29
Summer Concert Series: The Underhills at Legacy Square: Enjoy this free concert, starting at 7 p.m. Food trucks and beverage garden will open at 5:30 p.m., with free parking just a stone’s throw away in the city parking garage. Located at South 3rd Street and Logan Avenue South.
Sept. 8
The Renton American Legion Fred Hancock Post 19: The Renton American Legion Fred Hancock Post 19 meets the second Tuesday of every month, except July and August, at 7 p.m. at the Post Hall, 3224 NE 12th Street, in the Renton Highlands, under the water tower. All veterans welcome. Most vets eligible for membership. America’s premier patriotic veterans organization and the prime driver of the original G.I. Bill, the Legion focuses on service to veterans and has influenced considerable social change in America, won hundreds of benefits for veterans, and produced many important programs for the community, children and youth.
Saturdays
The Table: A Free Community Meal at Luther’s Table: In partnership with Reach Meal Coalition and Sustainable Renton, all are welcome to this no sign-up, no cost warm meal from 8-10 a.m. while connecting with neighbors and community members. Volunteers are welcome to help with meal preparation, cooking, set-up, serving meals, welcoming guests, clean-up, sorting and prepping ingredients for future meals. Located at 419 S. 2nd St.
Renton Parkrun at Cedar River Trail: This weekly 5K community event takes place every Saturday at 9 a.m. at the Cedar River Trail trailhead by the I-405 overpass. This free event does require registration but is meant to be a fun event where walkers, joggers, runners, volunteers and spectators can come together. For more information, visit parkruns.us/renton/ and the exact coordinates of the event are 47.4802N, -122.199W.
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