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Beer & Wine Garden, hosted and organized byLocated on the Basketball Court at Liberty Park, July 26-28, enjoy craft beer and wine selections, time with family and friends while playing yard games, and experiencing the sights and sounds from the entertainment stage. Hours: Friday & Saturday, July 26 & 27: 11am-7pm Sunday, July 28: 11am-5pm

Extreme Fun Zone located in Big Liberty (larger ballfield at Liberty Park) RRDs will look a little different this year thanks to new and exciting games, rides and fun for the whole family. Responding to requests for more fun entertainment for teens, young adults and families, RRDs has added the Extreme Fun Zone, including: Ballistic Swing, 32’ Climbing Wall, Monkey Motion Bungee Trampoline, Virtual Reality Game Theater, Bumper Balls and an All-Ages Inflatable PlayLand with High-Slides, Obstacle Courses, and more.

Attractions in the new Extreme Fun Zone cost only $1.25 to $7.50 each (depending on ride), $15/pp for a day pass, or a $30/pp pass for the entire three-day weekend. Purchase tickets or passes at Sales Booth at entrance to Extreme Fun Zone.

Community Mural Painting Project Organized and sponsored by Carco Theatre, Renton Municipal Arts Commission and The Owl Project Hours: Friday, July 26: 11am-3pm

Join the FREE painting fun and be a part of mural history in Renton. Located at the lower backside/riverside wall of Carco Theatre, volunteers will provide materials and assist you in painting the mural “Life, Diversity, and Joy.” The design, by artist Scott Douwes, is a reflection of the power and beauty of the Cedar River, its importance to the salmon run, and the diversity of the people who enjoy its presence. Mural lines will be in place for the community to fill in with colors. All ages and abilities welcome; children under 10 accompanied by an adult. Carco Theatre is located at 1717 Maple Valley Hwy, next to the Renton Community Center. Easy access on foot from Liberty Park to Cedar River Park and Carco Theatre using the I-405 underpass. 206.775.8600 or info@carcotheatre.org.

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FRIDAY, JULY 26: 11AM - 8PM SATURDAY, JULY 27: 11AM - 8PM SUNDAY, JULY 28: 11AM - 6PM

FREE WEEKEND FUN FOR KIDSat Liberty Park: 12pm-6pm, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, July 26 - 28

DAILY SCHEDULE

• Board Games of the World

• Caricaturist• Chalk Art Contest

(Sat. only) •Dizzy’s Tumble

Bus• Junk Chimes• Kids’ Photo ID Cards• LEGO PlayZone• Petting Zoo• Putt Putt Golf

• Renton Fire Authority Activities

• Renton Police Dept Activities

• Sound of Culture Booth• Stage Entertainment• Strolling Stilt Character• Toymaker’s Workshop

(Sat. & Sun. only)• Vuelta La Luna:

Hooping, Aerialist & Balloons

WENATCHEE YOUTH CIRCUS

Originating in 1986, experience the diverse offerings that highlight Renton’s passion for music, art, children and family activities, food and active lifestyle. With different events and activities for all generations, the festival brings the community together for a mid-summer showcase of fun and entertainment. Experience the “specquackular” for yourself!

JULY 26 - 28

Extreme Fun Zone in Big Liberty (larger ballfield at Liberty Park)Fri & Sat: 11am-8pm, Sun: 11am-6pm

• Ballistic Swing• 32’ Climbing Wall• Monkey Motion Bungee

Trampoline• Virtual Reality Game Theater• Bumper Balls• and an All-Ages Inflatable

PlayLand with High-Slides, Obstacle Courses, and more

Attractions in the new Extreme Fun Zone cost only $1.25 to $7.50 each (depending on ride), $15/pp for a day pass, or a $30/pp pass for the entire three-day weekend. Purchase tickets or passes at Sales Booth at entrance to Extreme Fun Zone.

Community Mural Painting Project: 11am-3pm, backside/riverside of Carco Theatre (bldg. located next to Renton Community Center). Help paint the new mural “Life, Diversity and Joy.” Free and all materials provided. Mural lines will be in place for the community to fill in with colors. All ages and abilities welcome; children under 10 accompanied by an adult. 206.775.8600 or info@carcotheatre.org. Organized and sponsored by Carco Theatre, Renton Municipal Arts Commission and The Owl Project.

Beer and Wine Garden: 11am-7pm, Basketball Court at Liberty Park. Enjoy craft beer and wine selections, yard games, and sights and sounds from the entertainment stage. Hosted and organized by

Extreme Fun Zone: 11am-8pm, Gianini Stadium/”Big Liberty” (larger ball field), Liberty Park. Expanded line-up of low-cost attractions for children, teens and adults. Single use tickets, day pass and multi-day passes available at the Sales Booth, located at the Extreme Fun Zone entrance.

Three shows at Cedar River Park. Easy access on foot from Liberty Park. Tickets $3/pp children under 18; $5/pp for adults. Tickets available in Liberty Park at the Festival Information Booth and 30 minutes prior to show times at the Circus entrance in Cedar River Park. Showtimes: July 26: 1:30pm & 6:00pm, July 27: 1:30pm WYC performances co-sponsored by

EVENT HOURS AT LIBERTY PARK:

THURSDAY, JULY 25Renton History Museum: 10am-4pm, Museum.

Senior Day BBQ Picnic: 11am-1pm at the Renton Community Center. Advance tickets req’d. $1/pp. Enjoy BBQ hamburgers, strawberry shortcake and dance-band Horns-A-Plenty. 425.430.6633. Sponsored by Law Offices of Dan Kellogg.

Renton Annual Art Show Preview Party: 8pm at the Renton Community Center. An evening of exquisite juried fine arts, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. $20/pp.

FRIDAY, JULY 26Renton History Museum: 10am-4pm, Museum.

Renton Annual Art Show: 10am-6pm, Renton Community Center. Live music and a juried art show with works of art available for sale.

Free Fesitval Shuttle Service: 10am-9pm (see map).

FRIDAY – SUNDAY, JULY 26 - 28Jr. Intermediate Tennis Tournament: ages 10-18 years. Pre-registration required at www.USTA.com. Organized by Renton School District.

FRIDAY – SUNDAY, JULY 26 - 28Open & NTRP Tennis Championships: all ages. Pre-registration required at www.USTA.com. Organized by Renton School District.

TUESDAY, JULY 23Renton History Museum: 10am-4pm, Museum. Free admission during festival week.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 24Renton History Museum: 10am-4pm, Museum.

Wenatchee Youth Circus: One show Saturday at 1:30pm at Cedar River Park. Tickets $3/pp children under 18; $5/pp for adults.

The Art Market: 11am-8pm, Gianini Stadium/”Big Liberty”(larger ball field), Liberty Park. Art show features art and hand-crafted items for sale, and activities for children and families. rentonriverdaysartmarket@gmail.com.

Nibble of Renton: 11am-8pm, Liberty Park. Tantalizing foods from local restaurants and caterers.

Community Information Booths: 11am-8pm, Liberty Park. Exhibitors include non-profits, public service agencies, and festival sponsors.

Wenatchee Youth Circus: Two shows Friday at 1:30pm and 6pm at Cedar River Park. Tickets $3/pp children under 18; $5/pp for adults.

SATURDAY, JULY 27Pancake Breakfast: 7:30-10am, Renton Senior Activity Center. $8 for adults, $6 for seniors & $4 kids under 12. 425.381.7069. Organized by The Renton Lions Club.

5K & 10K Fun Walks: 8am-11am, riverside of Renton Senior Activity Center. Parking available at Renton Memorial Stadium. Follow signs to Start Table at riverfront side of Senior Center. Explore Renton’s finest amenities and historic landmarks. 425.235.0528 or interlakentrailblazers.org. Organized by Volkssport Interlaken Trailblazers.

34th Annual Six-A-Side Soccer Tournament: 8am, Renton High School. Greater Renton-Tukwila Youth Soccer Association’s tournament is open to boys and girls U/7 thru U/16. grtysa.org.

Free Fesitval Shuttle Service: 9am-9pm (see map).

Renton River Days “Catch a Wave” Parade: 10am, South 3rd Street from Shattuck Avenue to Liberty Park, with Parade Announcer Kent Phillips of STAR 101.5 FM. River Days honors Renton’s own Boone Kirkman as this year’s Parade Grand Marshal. Drill teams, dancers, marching bands, horses, one-of-a-kind cars, themed “Catch a Wave” entries and more. 425.572.5702 or parade@rentonriverdays.org. Sponsored by

Renton History Museum: 10am-4pm, Museum. From 12pm-4pm, free, hourly performances of a one-act play “Learning American.” Play highlights that classes at the Renton Americanization School

were the first stop for hundreds of new Renton residents seeking citizenship.

Antique Classic Boat Show: 10am-5pm, at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park. View 35+ antique and classic boats. Free boat rides and safety education! acbs-pnw.org

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Volunteer Committees

Art Market Board of Directors Break-A-Thon Chalk Art Contest Community Booths Deutsch-Marque Show & Shine Entertainment Family Fun & Films Festival Volunteer Program Finance Graphics & Marketing KidZones & Children’s Activities Lions Club Health Screening Unit Merchandise & Souvenirs Nibble of Renton Old McLendon’s Petting Zoo Pancake Breakfast Parade Quilt Exhibition Renton Annual Art Show Renton Historical Museum Renton Kiwanis & Key Clubs Resource & Development Rubber Ducky Derby Senior Day Picnic Seattle Electric Vehicle Assoc Car Show Soccer Tournament Tennis Tournaments Volkssport Fun Walks Volunteer & Sponsor Appreciation Event Video Jingle Contest

City of Renton Support Teams Communications Community & Economic Development Community Services Police Public Works Renton Fire Authority Technical Services Transportation Systems

21st Annual Cedar River Quilters Exhibition: 10am-6pm, Renton Community Center.

Renton Annual Art Show: 10am-6pm, Renton Community Center.

2nd Annual Pacific Northwest Art & Music: 11:00am-6pm, Well Ave. S. in DT Renton. Immediately following Saturday’s Parade, Wells Ave. S. quickly evolves into a mini block party with bands, and displays by Renton-based artists. Organized and sponsored by Renton Municipal Arts Commission.

Beer and Wine Garden: 11am-7pm, Basketball Court at Liberty Park. Enjoy craft beer and wine selections, yard games, and sights and sounds from the entertainment stage. Hosted and organized by Rain City Catering.

Extreme Fun Zone: 11am-8pm, Gianini Stadium/”Big Liberty” (larger ball field), Liberty Park. Expanded line-up of low-cost attractions for children, teens and adults. Single use tickets, day pass and multi-day passes available at the Sales Booth, located at the Extreme Fun Zone entrance.

The Art Market: 11am-8pm, Gianini Stadium/”Big Liberty” (larger ball field), Liberty Park.

Community Information Booths: 11am-8pm, Liberty Park. Exhibitors include non-profits, public service agencies, and festival sponsors.

Nibble of Renton: 11am-8pm, Liberty Park.

23rd Annual Chalk Art Contest: Registration starts at 11:30am on the Tennis Courts in Liberty Park. Artists work from noon to 3pm. Award categories: Artist, Ages 13-Adult, Junior Age 10-12, People’s Choice and Best Theme presented at 3:30pm. Free and all materials provided. 206.919.9746. Organized by Allied Arts of Renton.

SUNDAY, JULY 28Deutsch-Marque Show & Shine: 10am-2pm; impressive display of German Beauties at Cedar River Park. Presented by local Puget Sound Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche and Volkswagen Car Clubs.

Free Fesitval Shuttle Service: 10am-7pm (see map).

Beer and Wine Garden: 11am-5pm, Basketball Court at Liberty Park. Enjoy craft beer and wine selections, yard games, and sights and sounds from the entertainment stage. Hosted and organized by Rain City Catering.

Extreme Fun Zone: 11am-6pm, Gianini Stadium/”Big Liberty” (larger ball field), Liberty Park. Expanded line-up of low-cost attractions for children, teens and adults. Single use tickets, day pass and multi-day passes available at the Sales Booth, located at the Extreme Fun Zone entrance.

The Art Market: 11am-6pm, Gianini Stadium/”Big Liberty” (larger ball field), Liberty Park.

Nibble of Renton: 11am-6pm, Liberty Park.

Community Information Booths: 11am-6pm, Liberty Park.

Renton History Museum: Noon-4pm, Museum.

21st Annual Cedar River Quilters Exhibition: Noon-5pm, Renton Community Center.

Renton Annual Art Show: Noon-5pm, Renton Community Center.

Rubber Ducky Derby: 4:30pm, Houser Street Bridge. Thousands of little yellow ducks race for valuable prizes. Buy a ticket for your chance to win from any Rotarian, or at the Rotary booth in Liberty Park.

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STAGE ENTERTAINMENTFREE Festival Shuttle Service co-sponsored by

Continuous shuttle service (based on traffic flow). • Friday, July 26, 10am-9pm• Saturday, July 27, 9am-9pm• Sunday, July 28,10am-7pm

Pick-up and drop-off at these two locations:• Renton High School

Memorial Stadium (Logan Ave. N.)

• Liberty Park (Bronson Way N.) near tennis courts

RENTON VILLAGESHOPPING CENTER

FRIDAY, JULY 2611:30am Brian Butler Blues1:30pm Alma Villegas Y Azucar

– Latin Salsa & Jazz3:15pm CHIKIRI & The School of Taiko

– Japanese drumming4:45pm Global Heat & B-Boys

– Funk, Soul & Breakdancing

6:30pm Oncore – Pop & Dance Hits

SATURDAY, JULY 2711:30am Rockfish & Friends – Classic

Rock that ‘Kicks Brass’1:45pm Ponte El Ritmo: The Big Bang

Show-Dance, Sing & Play – sponsored by KCLS

3:15pm Darren Motamedy - Jazz5:00pm File Gumbo

– Cajun Zydeco Soul & Swamp Blues6:30pm Crème Tangerine – Beatles Tribute & More

SUNDAY, JULY 2811:30am Nick Mardon Trio -

Blues1:15pm Renton City Concert

Band3:00pm Groupo Folklorico

Citlali – youth dance

4:30pm Jr. Cadillac – Rock, Rhythm & Blues