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July 2026
Be Part of Renton River Days!
Are you a Renton business interested in participating in Renton River Days? There are still opportunities to get involved by:
- Marching in the Community Parade
- Hosting a Community Booth
- Participating in the Foodie Fest as a food vendor
Renton River Days is one of the city's largest annual celebrations and a great opportunity to connect with thousands of residents and visitors.
Learn more about participation opportunities and application information on the Renton River Days webpage.
Plan Ahead for Legacy Square Summer Activation: Good news, we will be showing the remaining USA and Mexico matches at Legacy Square this summer. Is your business ready for the additional visitors and foot traffic these games may bring to Renton?
Promote your business by posting specials or updating your information on the Visit Renton page: https://visitrenton.com/renton-events/submit-an-event/
For more information, visit the Renton Ready to Play Business Hub | City of Renton
 Startup425 Startup & Small Business CoWorking: Join local entrepreneurs on June 16, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Luther's Table for coworking, networking, and practical business resources. This month's session focuses on De-Escalation Tactics and Small Business Safety, offering actionable strategies, emergency response tools, and safety best practices to help businesses create safer and more prepared environments.
Introduction to SBA Programs and Resources: Join the Seattle District of the United States Small Business Administration on Tuesday, July 7, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (PDT) for a free introductory webinar to learn about the programs, resources, and technical assistance available to help you start and grow your small business.
Accounting Basics and the Importance of Accounting to Your Business: Join the Washington Small Business Development Center on July 9, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for this free online webinar to learn the fundamentals of small business accounting, including the difference between bookkeeping and accounting and how to understand key financial statements.
SBA Wednesday Webinar: Joint Ventures for Government Contracting: Join the Seattle District of the United States Small Business Administration on Wednesday, July 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (PDT) to learn how joint ventures can help small businesses pursue government contracts by sharing resources, experience, and qualifications.
Hiring Employees in Today's Environment: Join the Washington Small Business Development Center on July 23, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for this free online webinar to learn practical strategies for attracting and hiring employees in today's changing workforce while building a culture of accountability, ownership, and high performance.
Co-100: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's CO-100 program recognizes America's top 100 small businesses for their innovation, growth, resilience, and community impact. Eligible businesses can apply in up to five categories for national recognition, networking opportunities, media exposure, and cash awards. The top business will receive a $25,000 prize, while 10 category winners each receive $2,000. Applications are open through July 23, 2026.
SBA disaster loans are now available! The SBA is offering low interest disaster loans to Washington businesses, nonprofits, homeowners, and renters affected by the December 2025 severe winter storms. Eligible businesses and nonprofits can borrow up to 2 million dollars for physical damage, while Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available for working capital needs. Physical damage applications are due April 27, and economic injury applications are due November 24.
2026 July Business Development Breakfast: Join the Renton Chamber Business Development Breakfast on July 8, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. for a morning of networking, business updates, and valuable insights. Connect with local professionals and learn about topics that support business growth and success.
Multi-Chamber Mixer: Join the Multi-Chamber Mixer on July 22, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. to expand your regional network with members of the Renton, Seattle Southside, and Kent Chambers of Commerce. Connect with local professionals, build new partnerships, and explore opportunities for collaboration in a fun and welcoming networking environment.
Renton Children's Business Fair: On Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., visit the Renton Children's Business Fair at the Renton Market to support young entrepreneurs as they showcase and sell their own products. Held alongside the Renton River Days Parade, this free, family-friendly event celebrates creativity, innovation, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Renton's youth.
Renton River Days: Join us July 24 to 26, 2026, for Renton's signature summer festival celebrating 40 years of community pride. Enjoy free live entertainment, the community parade, family activities, local vendors, a craft bazaar, River Nights at Legacy Square, and a spectacular Friday night drone show. There is fun for all ages!
Startup425 Eastside Summit 3: Join Startup425 on Wednesday, July 29, from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. at Bellevue City Hall for the third annual Eastside Summit during Seattle Tech Week. This regional event brings together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and startup leaders for panels, networking, and conversations focused on the Eastside's growing innovation ecosystem.
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