2023 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Most activities during Newton Fest are taking place at:
Other locations include Aurora Park, Westwood Golf Course, the Newton YMCA and Iowa Speedway. Schedule is subject to change. Please check back periodically! Please follow Get to Know Newton on Facebook for updates as the weekend comes closer. |
Friday, JUNE 9

Food Trucks
4 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday, June 9 | Legacy Plaza (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
Kulinary Khaos, Magoo's Pizza, and Thumb's Up will be at Gezellig Brewing Co. at Legacy Plaza beginning at 4 p.m.
4 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday, June 9 | Legacy Plaza (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
Kulinary Khaos, Magoo's Pizza, and Thumb's Up will be at Gezellig Brewing Co. at Legacy Plaza beginning at 4 p.m.

Gezellig Brewing Company's Cheers to FourYears!
Starts at 4 p.m.; Friday, June 9 | Gezellig Brewing Company (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
Come help us celebrate three years! Gezellig Brewing Company is an award winning microbrewery set in beautiful Newton, Iowa. Think cozy, warm, inviting. Think liquid hug.
Starts at 4 p.m.; Friday, June 9 | Gezellig Brewing Company (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
Come help us celebrate three years! Gezellig Brewing Company is an award winning microbrewery set in beautiful Newton, Iowa. Think cozy, warm, inviting. Think liquid hug.

Newton Alumni Association's All Class Reunion
6 p.m. - Midnight; Friday, June 9 | Legacy Plaza (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208) Building 16
Cover charge of $5 per person with complimentary hors d'oeuvres and non alcoholic drinks supports the Newton chapter of Dollars for Scholars. More information from the Newton Alumni Association can be found here.
6 p.m. - Midnight; Friday, June 9 | Legacy Plaza (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208) Building 16
Cover charge of $5 per person with complimentary hors d'oeuvres and non alcoholic drinks supports the Newton chapter of Dollars for Scholars. More information from the Newton Alumni Association can be found here.

Thunder Nites
6 p.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday, June 9 | Downtown Newton
The best bike night event in Jasper County is back! Get on your bike and ride to the downtown square. This event will feature live music from The Mondeau Dukes, food trucks, vendors, a beverage garden and more!
6 p.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday, June 9 | Downtown Newton
The best bike night event in Jasper County is back! Get on your bike and ride to the downtown square. This event will feature live music from The Mondeau Dukes, food trucks, vendors, a beverage garden and more!

FREE Community Pool Party
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday, June 9 | Maytag Pool (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
Enjoy a fun family night at Maytag Pool courtesy of the Advantage Credit Union! The pool will be open free of charge from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., with concessions sales available.
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday, June 9 | Maytag Pool (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
Enjoy a fun family night at Maytag Pool courtesy of the Advantage Credit Union! The pool will be open free of charge from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., with concessions sales available.
SATURDAY, JUNE 10

Maytag Pool Newton Fest Special
Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Pool (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
Details coming soon.
Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Pool (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
Details coming soon.

Iowa Brewery Running Series Run for Beer 5K
Saturday, June 10 | Gezellig Brewing Company (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
DETAILS COMING SOON.
Saturday, June 10 | Gezellig Brewing Company (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
DETAILS COMING SOON.

Newton YMCA 2022 Pickleball Tournament
Saturday, June 10 | Aurora Park (2111 1st Ave E; Newton, IA 50208)
DETAILS COMING SOON.
Saturday, June 10 | Aurora Park (2111 1st Ave E; Newton, IA 50208)
DETAILS COMING SOON.

Gezellig Brewing Company Food Trucks
Begin at 9 a.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Legacy Plaza (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
The Traveling Bean, Co., and Sticky Fingers will be at Legacy Plaza from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Hot Peppers Mexican Grill and Thumbs Up Tropical Snow will be set up from 12 - 8 p.m.
Begin at 9 a.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Legacy Plaza (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
The Traveling Bean, Co., and Sticky Fingers will be at Legacy Plaza from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Hot Peppers Mexican Grill and Thumbs Up Tropical Snow will be set up from 12 - 8 p.m.

Morning Yoga at the Bowl (FREE)
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Park (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
Join us on Saturday, June 10th at 9 - 10 a.m. for a FREE yoga session led by Rachel Braafhart! The session will be held at Maytag Bowl. Open to all skill levels from curious beginners to advanced yogi. Bring your yoga mats.
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Park (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
Join us on Saturday, June 10th at 9 - 10 a.m. for a FREE yoga session led by Rachel Braafhart! The session will be held at Maytag Bowl. Open to all skill levels from curious beginners to advanced yogi. Bring your yoga mats.

Newton Alumni Brunch & Newton High School Hall of Fame Induction
9 a.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Newton High School (800 E 4th St S; Newton, IA 50208)
Cost for the brunch is $15 and can be purchased online, at the All Class Reunion or at the Brunch. Reservations preferred. Learn more here.
9 a.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Newton High School (800 E 4th St S; Newton, IA 50208)
Cost for the brunch is $15 and can be purchased online, at the All Class Reunion or at the Brunch. Reservations preferred. Learn more here.

Gezellig Brewing Company's Cheers to Four Years!
Begins at 10 a.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Gezellig Brewing Company (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
Come help us celebrate three years! Gezellig Brewing Company is an award winning microbrewery set in beautiful Newton, Iowa. Think cozy, warm, inviting. Think liquid hug. Saturdays events include live music from Annika Wilson, food trucks and more!
Begins at 10 a.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Gezellig Brewing Company (403 W 4th St N; Newton, IA 50208)
Come help us celebrate three years! Gezellig Brewing Company is an award winning microbrewery set in beautiful Newton, Iowa. Think cozy, warm, inviting. Think liquid hug. Saturdays events include live music from Annika Wilson, food trucks and more!

Maytag Park Food Trucks
12 - 9 p.m..; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Park (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
DETAILS COMING SOON.
12 - 9 p.m..; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Park (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
DETAILS COMING SOON.

Safety Fest (FREE)
12 - 2 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Park (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
The Newton Fire Department and Newton Police Department will be parked at the park with a fire truck, ambulance, police vehicle, and more! They'll be fun activities and chances to meet police officers and firefighters.
12 - 2 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Park (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
The Newton Fire Department and Newton Police Department will be parked at the park with a fire truck, ambulance, police vehicle, and more! They'll be fun activities and chances to meet police officers and firefighters.

Fun Zone featuring Inflatables & Laser Tag (FREE)
12 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Park (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
The Newton Fest Fun Zone at Maytag Park will feature four inflatables and laser tag can be enjoyed by residents of all age for free.
12 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Park (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
The Newton Fest Fun Zone at Maytag Park will feature four inflatables and laser tag can be enjoyed by residents of all age for free.

Newton Alumni Association's Jack Chadwick Golf Tournament
1 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Westwood Golf Course (3387 Hwy F48 W; Newton, IA 50208)
Please call Westwood Golf Course at (641) 792-3087 to reserve your spot. Teams of four are $300...$75 per person paid on the day of the event. More information from the Newton Alumni Association can be found here.
1 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Westwood Golf Course (3387 Hwy F48 W; Newton, IA 50208)
Please call Westwood Golf Course at (641) 792-3087 to reserve your spot. Teams of four are $300...$75 per person paid on the day of the event. More information from the Newton Alumni Association can be found here.

Newton Fest Magic Show - The Magic and Illusions of Eric Michaels (FREE)
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Bowl (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
We're excited to welcome Eric Michaels back to Newton Fest! Eric Michaels has been performing magic since he was a child. Starting with a little ring and a piece of string from his very first magic set, Eric began his journey into the magical world of mystery and excitement. Eric's show has developed into a one-of-a-kind class act that is jam packed with puzzling magic, audience participation, comedy, live animals, and his beautiful assistant! Come see what everyone is talking about, it's not just a magic show, it's an experience!
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Bowl (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
We're excited to welcome Eric Michaels back to Newton Fest! Eric Michaels has been performing magic since he was a child. Starting with a little ring and a piece of string from his very first magic set, Eric began his journey into the magical world of mystery and excitement. Eric's show has developed into a one-of-a-kind class act that is jam packed with puzzling magic, audience participation, comedy, live animals, and his beautiful assistant! Come see what everyone is talking about, it's not just a magic show, it's an experience!

Newton Fest Dodgeball Tournament
3 p.m.; Saturday, June 11 | Maytag Park Tennis Courts (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
DETAILS COMING SOON.
3 p.m.; Saturday, June 11 | Maytag Park Tennis Courts (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
DETAILS COMING SOON.

Damon Dotson + Band in Concert (FREE)
7 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Bowl (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
Damon Dotson is a singer/songwriter based out of Des Moines, IA and originally from Northwest Iowa. Dotson has released four original albums and played countless shows throughout the Midwest. He has opened for legendary performers like BB King, Willie Nelson, The Beach Boys, as well as modern artists like Matt Nathanson, Edwin McCain, and The Lone Bellow.
Those attending the free concerts are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets and are welcome to bring coolers to Maytag Park as they enjoy the free, live music.
7 p.m.; Saturday, June 10 | Maytag Bowl (301 S 11th Ave W; Newton, IA 50208)
Damon Dotson is a singer/songwriter based out of Des Moines, IA and originally from Northwest Iowa. Dotson has released four original albums and played countless shows throughout the Midwest. He has opened for legendary performers like BB King, Willie Nelson, The Beach Boys, as well as modern artists like Matt Nathanson, Edwin McCain, and The Lone Bellow.
Those attending the free concerts are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets and are welcome to bring coolers to Maytag Park as they enjoy the free, live music.