The future of downtown and the path to opening day! Update on Renton Market, Piazza Park, and Legacy Square

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Renton Market and Piazza update: April 20, 2026

The ongoing transformation of the former Pavilion Event Center into a year-round indoor market will be a game-changer for local entrepreneurs. By June 6, 2026, the city will be handing over the keys to our tenant, having completed our building improvements, allowing for the next phase to begin. The tenant’s planned improvements over the coming months will ready the space for future vendors and activities.

What’s completed this past week:

Vestibule and outdoor canopy roof installed
Oven hood installed for classroom kitchen
Vendor stall structure almost complete

What’s in progress:

Installation of the Renton Market vendor booths
Piazza Park concrete pour and landscape prep

What’s upcoming:

More equipment installation in the Renton Market classroom kitchen
Drywall installation around the Renton Market building’s border walls
Exterior signage
Renton Market key handover to the tenant

Legacy Square update: April 20, 2026

What’s completed this past week:

Grass planted
Phase 1 officially closed out
Playground materials arrive

What’s in progress:

Phase 2 including stage, frame and doors
A/V set-up for the stage, along with the 15-foot screen install will happen in the end of April
Playground construction
- With community input, including from the neighboring daycare, this playground will focus on features for children ages 2-5, complementing the futsal court which is designed for ages 5 and up.

What’s upcoming:

Screen install

FACILITY LEASE UPDATE

Renton Market lease and facility agreement approved during March council meeting

The city has officially approved the Renton Market lease and facility agreement at the March 23, 2026 City Council meeting. The operator, Logan Market, was selected and approved by the council in December 2021. The operator will manage daily operations, lease vendor spaces, and activate the Renton Market space while the city retains ownership of the building.

With the approved agreement, the operator can now begin recruiting anchor business tenants and vendors, moving us closer to opening a vibrant, year‑round gathering place.

The Renton Market will feature anchor tenant space, up to 12 kiosk vendor stalls for start‑ups and rotating businesses, and a classroom kitchen space for community programming. The operator will deliver a full calendar of public events, activities, and workshops open to the public throughout the year.

To support long‑term success, the agreement is designed for stability and growth. It includes a 10-year initial lease term, from April 1, 2026 – March 30, 2036, with two optional five-year extensions, pending City approval. The agreement features a step‑up rent structure, allowing the operator to invest while the market builds momentum while making tenant improvements. Rent starts at a reduced rate in the first two years and gradually increases by 3% annually after year six, as the market grows and aligns with fair market value.

To ensure we bring the vision for the Renton Market to life, the operator will track and report on foot traffic, vendor occupancy, customer feedback and revenue.

Find the full details on the agreement of the future Renton Market.

FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

The excitement of the launch and summer events are just around the corner – with music, sports, entertainment, community, and fun planned! Mark your calendar to attend one or all of the events happening at Legacy Square:

Soccer watch parties

Thursday, June 11 - pre-game opens at 10 a.m., match begins at 12 p.m. Mexico vs. South Africa
Friday, June 12 - pre-game opens at 4 p.m., match begins at 6 p.m. USA vs. Paraguay
Saturday, June 13 - pre-game opens at 12 p.m., match begins at 3 p.m. Brazil vs. Morocco
Sunday, June 14 - pre-game opens at 11 a.m., match begins at 1 p.m. Netherlands vs. Japan
Thursday, June 18 - pre-game opens at 4 p.m., match begins at 6 p.m. Mexico vs. South Korea
Friday, June - pre-game opens at 10 a.m., match begins at 12 p.m. USA vs. Australia
Saturday, June 20 - pre-game opens at 11 a.m., match begins at 1 p.m. Germany vs. Cote d’Ivoire
Sunday, June 21 - pre-game opens at 10 a.m., match begins at 12 p.m. Belgium vs. Iran
Thursday, June 25 - pre-game opens at 5 p.m., match begins at 7 p.m. USA vs. TBD
Saturday, June 27 - pre-game opens at 2:30 p.m., match begins at 4:30 p.m. Colombia vs. Portugal
Sunday, June 28 - pre-game opens at 10 a.m., match begins at 12 p.m. Playoff 2A vs. 2B
Friday, July 10 - pre-game opens at 10 a.m., match begins at 12 p.m. Quarter Final Game
Saturday, July 11 - pre-game opens at 12 p.m., match begins at 2 p.m. Quarter Final Game
Saturday, July 18 - pre-game opens at 12 p.m., match begins at 2 p.m. Third Place Game
Sunday, July 19 - pre-game opens 10 a.m., match begins at 12 p.m. FINAL

River Nights (as part of Renton River Days)

Friday, July 24, 5-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 25, 5-9:30 p.m.

Summer concerts at Legacy Square

Saturday, August 1, 5:30-9 p.m. performance by BeatleConcert
Saturday, August 8, 5:30-9 p.m. performance by Clinton Fearon
Saturday, August 15, 5:30-9 p.m. performance by Soul Sacrifice
Saturday, August 29, 5:30-9 p.m. performance by The Underhills
Saturday, September 5, 5:30-9 p.m. performance by Golden: A K-Pop Dance Party

Summer movies at Legacy Square

Friday, August 7, 6-9 p.m. showing of Lilo & Stitch
Friday, August 14, 6-9:30 p.m. showing of Black Panther
Friday, August 21, 6-9 p.m. showing of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Friday, August 28, 6-9 p.m. showing of Pokémon Detective Pikachu
Friday, September 4, 6-9 p.m. showing of Crazy Rich Asians
Friday, September 11, 6-9:30 p.m. showing of In the Heights

Art and Wine Block Party: Saturday, August 22, 12 - 8:30 p.m.

Harvest Festival Extravaganza: Saturday, September 19, 12 - 9 p.m.

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