HomeMy WebLinkAbout062716_4th of JulyFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 27, 2016
City of Renton Contacts:
Sonja Mejlaender, Community Relations and Events, 425-430-6514
Preeti Shridhar, Deputy Public Affairs Administrator, 425-430-6569
Renton’s Fabulous 4th of July and Fireworks Celebration
Full entertainment, events, and food on July 4th at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
Renton, WA – The City of Renton and event co-sponsor The Landing invite you to experience
Independence Day from the shores of Lake Washington at Renton’s Fabulous 4th of July. The event will
be held at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, 1201 Lake Washington Boulevard North.
The celebration will have something for everyone, including free children’s activities and face painting
from noon to 8:00 p.m., sponsored by Coal Creek Family YMCA and Walmart; the 2nd Annual Sand Blast
Volleyball Tournament from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; stage entertainment from 12:30 to 9:30 p.m.,
sponsored by Sanctuary and The Reserve Apartments; and a professional fireworks display from the
Ivar’s Waterwalk at 10:00 p.m.
Ivar’s, Kidd Valley, beachside concessions and espresso vendor “Zone 3 Explorers” will be available all
day in the park. Attendees are encouraged to join the city in “greening” Renton’s events by using the
recycling receptacles in the park.
Park rules and event restrictions prohibit the following: personal fireworks, alcohol, pets,
animals, enclosed tents, large barbecues and drones. Pop-up canopies (up to 10 x 10 secured with
weights only, no stakes), small children's tents, umbrellas and umbrellas chairs are allowed. Personal
fireworks are banned within the Renton city limits at all times. The ban will be actively enforced.
Event Schedule
7:00 a.m. – Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park opens
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Volleyball Tournament
Noon to 8:00 p.m. – Free KidZone activities
12:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. – Stage entertainment
10:00 p.m. – Fireworks display from Ivar’s Waterwalk
Stage Entertainment
12:30 p.m. – Renton City Concert Band
2:15 p.m. – The Jangles, Western Swing
3:45 p.m. – Northwest Tap Connection
5:00 p.m. – Coal Creek Family YMCA – Fitness is Fun!
6:00 p.m. – African All Stars
7:15 p.m. – Official Welcome & National Anthem
8:00 p.m. – Oncore, R&B Dance Hits
The following hours will be enforced on July 4th
At the finger piers and bulkhead: all boats must be cleared from this area by 7:00 p.m.
At the boat launch: no launching or pick-up of watercraft from 9:00 to 11:00 p.m.
Attendees should note the following parking and access information
• Parking is limited at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park and is not permitted along Lake
Washington Boulevard North.
• Parking is available on Houser Way North, on the top two floors of the parking garage at The
Landing and in the parking lots located at North 8th Street, Park Avenue North and Garden
Avenue North.
• Due to construction, parking is not available at the Bristol Apartments at Southport along Lake
Washington, located between Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park and Boeing.
• There is no event shuttle service.
• Courtesy pick-up and drop-off will be available in the boat launch area. Access to the boat
launch will not be available between 9:30 to 11:15 p.m.
• Vehicle access to Lake Washington Boulevard will be restricted beginning at 9:30 p.m. to
facilitate exit of pedestrians and vehicular traffic. Lake Washington Boulevard North will re-open
at approximately 11:15 p.m. Attendees who are not picked up before 9:30 p.m. will need to wait
for pick-up until Lake Washington Boulevard reopens at approximately 11:15 p.m.
For additional information about the event, contact 425-430-6600 or visit rentonwa.gov/4thofJuly.
About the City of Renton
The City of Renton, Washington is located on the southeast shore of Lake Washington with a population
just over 100,000. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace and favorable business climate
have attracted the attention of nationally recognized companies that are looking to provide employees
and their families with an outstanding quality of life. It is the home of Boeing, IKEA, the Seattle
Seahawks, and the eternal resting place of Jimi Hendrix. More information can be found at
rentonwa.gov.
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