2026 Best of Renton Award Ceremony

Event Sponsors

Date and Time

Wednesday May 20, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT

Date: Wednesday, May 20th
Time: 5 - 8pm

Location

Aura Event Center
3100 E Valley Rd, Renton, WA 98057

"A modern, inclusive destination designed to celebrate every story.
Welcome to Aura Event Center, Renton’s premier destination for unforgettable experiences. Our mission is to bring people together by offering a modern, versatile, and inclusive space where every celebration shines.

Located in the heart of Renton, Washington, Aura is thoughtfully designed to accommodate the diverse needs of our community — from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate conference, or cultural celebration, our dedicated team ensures your event unfolds seamlessly from start to finish.

At Aura, we believe every moment deserves to be celebrated in style. Our flexible venue features customizable layouts, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, and an atmosphere that adapts beautifully to any occasion."
- Aura Event Center Team

625 S 4th Street Renton WA 98057

Fees/Admission

Table Sponsorship: $600
- Includes VIP table for 8 with 2 wine bottles and night-of branding.
Chamber Member Ticket: $50
- Ticket includes event entry, glass of champagne, grazing bites, and 1 entry into raffle.
Non-Member Ticket: $75
- Ticket includes event entry, glass of champagne, grazing bites, and 1 entry into raffle.
EARLY BIRD TICKETS: $10-OFF, available until April 20th, 2026
- automatically applies at checkout

Contact Information

Sianna Foster | (425) 226-4560
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Event Sponsors

Description

A Night of Celebration, Recognition & Community Connections

Renton is home to incredible businesses, from beloved local favorites to major national corporations. These businesses drive our community culture, maintain the local economy, and make Renton an amazing place to live, work, and thrive.

Mingle with Renton's most notable businesses in this vivacious networking event celebrating the Best of Renton's Finalists & Winners. This is more than an awards night - it's an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and grow your business in Renton's thriving community. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night!

What to Expect:

Champagne welcome with an at-will bar available for additional drinks
Elevated heavy appetizers & bites by Smoking Monkey Pizza
Red carpet experience & photo booth by Strike a Pose Picture Booth
Live announcement and award presentation of 2026 Best of Renton Winners
Raffle entry for all guests (additional entries for VIP attendees)
Networking with 350+ business and community leaders

Dress Code:
Cocktail to semi-formal attire. Business representatives are also welcome to wear professional uniforms or branded attire.

⚠️ Capacity is limited. This event sold out last year. Secure your tickets early to ensure your attendance.

Nomination runs:
February 26 - March 19

Voting on Finalists runs:
April 9 - April 30

For Best of Renton Award Ceremony questions, please contact Sianna Foster at Sianna@GoRenton.com
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The Best of Renton Contest is the property of Renton Reporter, a subsidiary of Sound Publishing Inc.

For Best of Renton Contest questions, please contact Justin Price at Justin.Price@RentonReporter.com
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*This event is a celebration of Renton's best and we want all contest finalists to participate. If you are a finalist and the entry cost is a barrier to your attendance, please contact us at Support@GoRenton.com to apply for a waiver.