Nov. 21

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 Northeast 12th Street).

Nov. 22 – 23

Holiday Bazaar at Renton Community Center: From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, join the Renton Parks and Recreation Department for the annual Holiday Bazaar. Known for its high-quality artists, crafters, and vendors showcasing their most recent and exceptional talent, items at the bazaar are designed, created, upcycled, and displayed by local artists and crafters from Renton and the greater Puget sound region. The two-day event attracts approximately 7,000 visitors. Admission is free to shoppers.

Nov. 23

Made in Renton: A Tasting Event at Downtown Renton: From 4 to 7 p.m., pay a $10 admission fee and stroll through downtown and stop at four participating breweries for tastings and special bottle pricing. The event kicks off at Foxwood Engraving at 819 South 3rd Street and includes Dubtown Brewing Company, Drum Roll Wine, Puget Sound Cider Company and 4 Generals Brewing. To purchase tickets, visit rentondowntown.com/events/event-one-26wa2.

Nov. 30

Renton Holiday Farmers Market at Piazza Park: From noon to 4 p.m., enjoy the holiday market and free family activities in the Pavilion Event Center, while also getting the chance to shop around the downtown area for Small Business Saturday. Renton Parks and Recreation will host the annual Tree Lighting at 5 p.m. Meet Santa and snap your own holiday photo from 5 to 7 p.m. Located at 233 Burnett Avenue in Renton.

Encanto Arts Holiday Concierto at Carco Theatre: Founded by José Iniguez, the Encanto Arts music program has been a cherished holiday tradition. Previously held at Benaroya Hall before the global pandemic, this program aims to provide a spectacular platform for local artists and arts organizations to showcase their talents, reach a broader audience, and create new opportunities and partnerships. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. For tickets, visit encantoarts.brownpapertickets.com.

Dec. 4

Free Museum Day at the Renton History Museum: Free Museum Day at the Renton History Museum: Enjoy the wonders of the past with free admission to the museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free museum days are every first Wednesday and third Saturday of each month. Located at 235 Mill Avenue South in Renton.

Dec. 6

Clam Lights Opening Night: Join Renton Parks and Recreation for Clam Lights Opening Night at 6:15 p.m. at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park. Enjoy the illuminations daily from Dec. 7 through Jan. 5 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N. in Renton.

Dec. 7, 14, 21

Santa House at Luther’s Table: Join the Renton Downtown Partnership and St. Nick himself for free holiday photos with the family. The event will run for the first three Saturdays of December from 1 to 4 p.m. Since this year’s location is at a restaurant, furry family members are not allowed. Located at 419 South 2nd Street in Renton. Visit rentondowntown.com/events/santahouse/.

Dec. 8

Newcastle Arts Council Holiday Pop-up Market: Join local vendors for the inaugural Newcastle Arts Council Holiday Pop-up Market. This festive public market will showcase local businesses with handmade items from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. There will be free hot cocoa and apple cider, holiday photo opportunity, free activities with Newcastle Arts Council and more. Located at 6911 Coal Creek Pkwy. SE in Newcastle.

Dec. 10

The Renton Reporter Read-All-About-It at Drum Roll Wine: The Renton Reporter invites you to join the paper from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for some informal conversation, wine, food and a local guest speaker. You’ll be able to ask the newspaper staff about their work and their recent stories, learn how to support local journalism and just talk about all things Renton. Drum Roll Wine is located at 911 South 3rd Street in Renton.

The Renton American Legion Fred Hancock Post 19 Business Meeting: 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.

Dec. 17

Project Be Free presents Family Resource Night at VFW Post 1263: From 3-7 p.m., get connected with nonprofits and organizations throughout Renton and South King County that provide counseling, legal support, support groups, youth mentorship and more. This free event takes place every month on the third Tuesday. VFW Post 1263 is located at 416 Burnett Avenue South. Call 425-324-5030 or visit project-be-free.com.

Saturdays

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.

Have a Renton-related event coming up? Want to submit your own photo to be featured with the calendar? Email baileyjo.josie@rentonreporter.com to submit a Renton-based public event or photo to be included in our weekly events calendar.