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From dragons reading and playful ducks to colorful clowns and everything in between, artists transformed Cedar River Drive into an open-air gallery during our annual Chalk Art Competition at Renton River Days. The pavement became a canvas celebrating this year’s theme: A Legacy in Color: Celebrating 40 Years Together.
Thank you to every artist, volunteer, Allied Arts of Renton, and 4Culture for making this colorful tradition possible. The creativity on display was a wonderful reminder that art brings people together.
This month is all about connection, creativity, and community as we celebrate local artists, gather at Legacy Square, and discover the many ways art is coming to life throughout Renton.
Congratulations to Our 2026 Chalk Art Competition Winners!
- 1st Place: Amber Baker
- 2nd Place: Kris Jones
- 3rd Place: Sangeetha Saravanan
- People's Choice Award: Zoey
Want to relive the fun? Check out photos, videos, and highlights from the event on our social media channels and see the incredible artwork that brought River Days to life!
2026 Renton Artists Studio Tour
Step inside the creative spaces of Renton’s local artists during the Renton Artist Studio Tour on Saturday, August 15, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. This free, self-guided experience invites the community to visit artists where they create, learn about their process, ask questions, and discover unique artwork available for purchase.
ARTISTS: This is your last call to participate! If you’d like to open your studio, share your work, and connect with the community, we need to hear from you by the end of the week to be included on the official tour map. Click here to sign up.
Summer Concerts at Coulon
Join Renton Parks & Recreation at the Kid Valley Stage in Gene Coulon Park for the first Summer Concert of the season. First up, the blues, jazz, Latin fusions of Danny Godinez. Visit rentonwa.gov/events for more information.
Renton Art Lounge: Where Creativity Connects
The August Art Lounge takes us to Legacy Square! This month, we’ll slow down, get creative, and explore the beautiful tradition of Kolam art—a South Indian art form featuring meditative geometric patterns traditionally created with rice flour. Artists of all skill levels are invited to learn about this practice, experiment with designs, and create their own temporary artwork in a fun, welcoming outdoor setting. Join us on Wednesday, August 19, from 4–6 p.m. at Legacy Square (510 S. 3rd St.) for an evening of art, connection, and community. Free event—registration required. Click here to sign up!
Experience Movie Nights at Legacy Square!
Join us beginning Friday, August 7, for a free outdoor showing of Lilo & Stitch, then return every Friday night through September 11 for family-friendly movies under the stars. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, grab dinner from a local restaurant, and enjoy a fun evening in the heart of downtown Renton! Check out the full movie schedule here: rentonwa.gov/legacysquareevents
Concert Series at Legacy Square
Spend your Saturday evenings at Legacy Square with live music all summer long! The inaugural Concert Nights series begins on Saturday, August 1, with a Beatles tribute concert and continues every Saturday through September 5, featuring a variety of talented performers and musical styles. Gather your friends, enjoy dinner from a nearby restaurant, and soak up the sounds of summer in downtown Renton. View the full concert schedule here: rentonwa.gov/legacysquareevents
Wine and Art Block Party
Sip, savor, and celebrate creativity in downtown Renton! Join us at Legacy Square for an all-ages afternoon featuring local wineries, artists, makers, food trucks, hands-on art activities, wine classes, and a vibrant art market. Enjoy a full day of creativity and community, including the Gallery Sip & Stroll and a fabric arts fashion show on the Legacy Square stage. View the full schedule and event details here.
 Help Shape the Future of Legacy Square
Legacy Square is just getting started, and we want your ideas to help shape what comes next! As Renton’s new arts and culture hub, this space is designed to bring people together through performances, events, creativity, and community connection. Take a few minutes to share your thoughts and help us imagine the future of Legacy Square. Your feedback will help guide future programming, activities, and experiences in this new community gathering space. Click here to take the survey!
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