Come on down to Renton River Days this weekend

Renton River Days was under full swing Friday and will run through the weekend with a parade at 10 a.m. Saturday.

By Celeste Gracey • July 23, 2010 10:29 pm
Members of the youth circus perform at the Renton River Days Parade.
Members of the youth circus perform at the Renton River Days Parade.

Renton River Days was under full swing Friday and will run through the weekend with a parade at 10 a.m. Saturday.

Renton River Days

When: July 23-25

Where: Most of the activities are centered at Liberty Park, 1101 Bronson Way North. The parade starts at Shattuck Avenue South and runs along South Third Street, ending at the park

What: Renton River Days provides free entertainment for families and the public, including live stage entertainment, art exhibits and booths. Kids activities include free inflatables, toy maker’s workshop, Crayon Fest, caricatures and a climbing wall.

Events to note: KidZones all weekend; 10 a.m., Saturday, River Days Parade; noon, Saturday, chalk art contest; 4:30 p.m., Sunday, Rubber Ducky Derby

Food: The Bite of Renton in Liberty Park offers food from several local restaurants and caterers including barbecue, teriyaki, chili dogs, Mexican, ribs, chowder, fish and chips, strawberry shortcake and espresso. The prices are under $5.

Parking: There will be continual shuttle service from the Renton Memorial Stadium, 405 Logan Ave. N., to Liberty Park on Saturday, from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.