Newton Noël
Dec
9
3:00 PM15:00

Newton Noël

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Our series of holiday celebrations continues with Newton Noel — a festive afternoon featuring live music performances and a golf cart parade around the 1924 Courthouse Square.

Saturday, December 9, 2023

Parade lineup @ 4:30 pm | Parade begins @ 5:00 pm

Parade Registration open thru 5:00 pm Monday, Dec. 4

Parade Sign-Up

Event Calendar

• Queen City Groove – 3 to 4 p.m. at Frank & Sue Jones Amphitheatre

• GMC Jazz  – 4 to 5 p.m. at Frank & Sue Jones Amphitheatre

• Newton Noël Cart Parade – 5 to 6 p.m. around the 1924 Courthouse Square

• Singcerely Quartet – 6 to 7 p.m. at Frank & Sue Jones Amphitheatre

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Light Up The Town
Dec
1
5:00 PM17:00

Light Up The Town

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Ring in Something New in Downtown Newton!

Strolling the streets around the 1924 Courthouse Square under the sparkle of thousands of twinkling lights is the perfect way to make Christmas memories with family, friends, and neighbors.

Enjoy performances from local school choirs, dance groups, and a special karate demonstration. Crossing off items on your holiday shopping list is a pleasure at Downtown Newton’s retailers, and our restaurants, eateries, tap rooms, and wine bar are ready to welcome you before, during, and after the festivities.

And, if we're lucky, we'll get a special visit from Santa Claus himself to hear everyone’s Christmas wishes and pose for a complimentary photo with you and your loved ones.

Festivities include bounce houses, letters for Santa, hot cocoa and s'mores, and much more!

For a full breakdown of the event’s food trucks, music & performances, and partners & activities, click below!

  • • Big Daddy’s Kitchen • Chugar Frappe • Hot Shot’s Hotdogs • Pooter Pop Kettle Corn • Riqras and EmpanadasRus • Snacky Snack • Third Eye Coffee • Village Inn Pizza • Wholey Cow • Whiteners Concessions •

  • The Beauty Bar | Face Painting

    Boy Scouts 331

    Carpe Crustum Bakery | Visits from the Grinch

    Catawba County Library | Library-To-Go

    Catawba County Partnership for Children | Create-your-own reindeer food

    Catawba First Insurance | Letters to Santa

    The Corner Table | Raffles

    Discovery High School | Coloring Pages

    Edward Jones | Hot Cider & Cookies

    Girl Scouts | Making Santa beards

    Hickory Texas Roadhouse | Kid’s Meal coupon giveaway!

    In My Father's House | Hot Cocoa

    Inflatable Games | Axe Throwing, Basketball, & Dart Soccer

    Mr. Game & Lounge

    Newton Parks & Rec | Smores Station

    Newton Depot | Electric Train

    Planet Fitness

    St. Mary’s Tattoo Emporium | Temporary Tattoos

    Tim Turnmire | Free Pictures with Santa Claus

  • Kingdom Dance Academy | 5:15 - 5:35 p.m.

    Raise the Barre Dance Academy | 5:40 - 5:55 p.m.

    Light Up the Town with Santa | 6:00 - 6:15 p.m.

    Miss Treva’s School of Dance | 6:20 - 6:35 p.m.

    Startown Elementary School Chorus | 7:00 - 7:15 p.m.

    The Studio Dance Team | 7:20 - 7:35 p.m.

    Young People of Integrity Step Team | 7:40 - 7:55 p.m.

    Fred T. Foard High School | 8:00 - 8:15 p.m.

    Closing Remarks | 8:20 p.m.





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Small Business Saturday
Nov
25
10:00 AM10:00

Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday continues to be an annual holiday shopping tradition — just one part of the larger
Shop Small Movement that supports small businesses every day and everywhere. Because shopping at a family-owned soap shop or buying a handmade ring from your favorite local small business helps to promote more vibrant communities. Neighbor supporting neighbor.

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Spooktacular 2023 in Southside Park
Oct
28
4:00 PM16:00

Spooktacular 2023 in Southside Park

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Gather 'round, ghouls and guys!

Join us for a spooktacular time at Southside Park, (1775 Southwest Blvd., Newton, NC 28658) on Saturday, October 28 at 4 p.m. The frightful fun starts with the Newton Parks & Recreation Commission hosting a family-friendly costume contest (registration begins at 4:30 p.m.!).

Get ready for trunk or treating, a “haunted” hay ride, and more! Of course, we've got a food truck rodeo with 15 boo-tiful options to munch on! See you there, if you dare!

  • • Bam Burgers • Big Daddy Kountry Cooking • Caribbean Sandwich and Pinchos • Chugar Frappe • Riqras de EmpanadaRus • Hotshots Hot Dogs • Ice Cream Time • Kona Ice • Icy Parad-ice • Pooter Pop Kettle Corn • Rowes Deepwood BBQ • Snacky Snack • Third Eye Coffee • Village Inn Pizza • Wholey Cow • Whitener’s Concessions •

  • • Costume Contest • Hay Ride • Trunk or Treating •

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Carolina Makers Market | Downtown Newton
Sep
30
10:00 AM10:00

Carolina Makers Market | Downtown Newton

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Downtown Newton looks forward to welcoming more than 60 independent artists, creators, and craftspeople during the second annual Carolina Makers Market, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, around the 1924 Courthouse Square.

The Carolina Makers Market is held proudly in conjunction with the Catawba Valley Festival of the Arts, an annual celebration of creativity that unites artists, diverse performers, and music enthusiasts from around the region for an unforgettable experience.

  • • AJAK's Homemade • Art of Grace Designs • Ashley Gaylord Pottery • BBMae • Belle Boutique • Cabinetry & Chairs • Carrie's Clay Creations • Cornbread Homestead • Creek Point Designs • Emporium 23 •Farm Springs Pottery • Gardens & Gemstones • Girlbage • Hamilton Gift Company • Hammonds Crafty Coasters • Handcrafted by Malene • Harold Ritch • J & J Crafts • Joey Lowery • Johanna's Inspirations • John David Brown III Art • Katerine Zeller • Kim Haig Pottery • Leaf on the Wind Woodturning • Maiden Pottery • Mainegels and More • My Boho Chic Style • Owens Quilting • Pick Me Jewelry • Pretty Flowers • Refuge Design • Rejuvenated Threads • Scrappy Pants • Seven Seed Soap • Simply Soap • Sister Shenanigans Inc. • Something Sigmon • Southern Belle's Crafts • Southern Oak Artisan • Stay Dreaming Designs • Teresa Icenhour Art & Pottery • Terra Artemis • Tyler by Tyler • W B 13 Creations • Wendy's Bijoux Beads

  • • Hot Shots Hotdogs • Wholey Cow • EmpanadasRus • Mexican Fusion • Bam Sandwiches • Village Inn Pizza • Big Daddy Kountry Cooking • Ice Cream Time • Chugar Frappe • Pooters Pop • 3rd Eye Coffee • Snackedy Snack Yall Come Back • JK Cones Soft Serve • Ju Lei’s Sweet Ice

| Gardens and Gemstones || My Boho Chic Style || Scrappy Pants || Cornbread Homestead |

| Gardens and Gemstones || My Boho Chic Style || Scrappy Pants || Cornbread Homestead |

| Girlbage || Refuge Designs || Seven Seed Soap Company || Kim Haig Potter |

| Girlbage || Refuge Designs || Seven Seed Soap Company || Kim Haig Potter |

Maiden Pottery || Handcrafted by Marlene || Belle Boutique || Tyler by Tyler || Maingels and More ||

Maiden Pottery || Handcrafted by Marlene || Belle Boutique || Tyler by Tyler || Maingels and More ||

Click here for vendor Application

For more information about the Carolina Makers Market, please contact Newton Main Street Director Mary Yount at myount@newtonnc.gov or (828) 695-4360.

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Music on Main | Trial By Fire
Sep
14
6:00 PM18:00

Music on Main | Trial By Fire

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The Music on Main Summer Concert Series is back! Make Thursdays your best days. A date night, family night out, or just a weekend prelude — no matter what you call it, mark your calendar for great live music concerts in Downtown Newton all summer long.

Tonight’s performers: Trial by Fire — Seasoned, high-energy performers bringing you all of Journey’s greatest hits.

Food:
Food trucks and food vendors will be ready to serve at 5:00 pm, the band will begin at 6:00 pm and continue until 8:30 pm

  • Big Daddy’s Kountry Cookin’ • Caribbean Sandwich and Pinchos • Hotshots Hotdogs • Pooter Pop • JK Cones • Riqras de Empandasrus • Rowe’s Deepwood BBQ • Whitener’s Concession • Wholey Cow

  • • B-52’s American Bar and Grill • Captain Jack's Brews 'N Cues • Geppeto's Pizza of Newton • H&W Drug Co., Pour Choices Bottle Shop • Novel Taproom • 3 Little Birds

Adult Beverages:
No outside alcohol or coolers will be permitted during the event, but beer will be available to purchase on N Main Ave. beginning at 5 p.m. Please note, wristbands will be utilized for age identification and are required for alcohol purchases.

The Newton Social District will be observed for the purchases of beer and wine at several Downtown Newton beverage providers.

What to Bring:
• A lawn chair and/or blanket — Stay comfortable and enjoy the show!
• Bug Spray — Keep the bugs away!
• Sunglasses — the sun gets bright as it sets. Be prepared!

Weather:
Please note: Due to the popularity of the Music on Main Summer Concert Series in Downtown Newton, organizers make every effort to proceed with each concert as scheduled. However, when severe weather threatens, the safety of visitors, sponsors, and performers is of utmost concern. As a result, decisions on whether to continue or cancel a concert are based entirely on the potential risks posed by inclement weather. Should there be a weather threat, the decision to proceed will be made no later than 4:00 pm. Updates will be posted on Facebook, the City website, and Downtown Newton Development Association website on the Downtown Happenings Page.

Bring the family, tell your friends, and share on social media! Thursdays are sure to be rocking in Downtown Newton! We look forward to having everyone together! For more information about the Music on Main, concert series contact host, Downtown Newton Development Association Director, Mary Yount 828-695-4360

As a reminder, all Downtown Newton businesses will be open and following their usual hours of operation!

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Shop the Square
Sep
14
to Oct 5

Shop the Square

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Join us for another opportunity to showcase your craft! Each Thursday evening from September 14 to October 26, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., vendors from all over Newton will set up on the East A Street Sidewalk to provide Downtown Newton visitors the opportunity to support local artists!

Register Today

There is no fee for 2023 vendors, but vendor spaces are limited! Register with the link above and guarantee your spot today!

Vendors will be curated by the Downtown Newton Development Association (DNDA). Vendor types may include but are not limited to woodworking, jewelry, pottery, painting, knitting, metal works, crafts, and toys.

  • • Complete the registration form

    • Submit three photos (one must show your booth set-up, and two must show top-selling items listed above).

    • Display an N.C. Sellers Certificate Registration.

    • Offer only handmade, original items for sale (no kit-made items).

 For questions, comments, concerns, or compliments, please contact Main Street Director Mary Yount at 828.695.4360 or myoung@newtonnc.gov

  • Pawpaw’s Hot Dog’s

  • Zach Pruitt

  • • Emporium 23 • Mamaw & Mimi’s Craft Creations • Sister Shenanigans • Stay Dreaming Designs • Tyler King Art

  • • Bam Burgers • Pooter Pop Kettle Korn •

  • •Sister Shenanigans • Stay Dreaming Designs • Mamaw & Mimi’s Crafts • Mary Pinto chunky knit blankets • Emporium 23 • Livy Lou’s Boutique •

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Music on Main | Gary Lowder & Smokin' Hot
Aug
10
6:00 PM18:00

Music on Main | Gary Lowder & Smokin' Hot

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The Music on Main Summer Concert Series is back! Make Thursdays your best days. A date night, family night out, or just a weekend prelude — no matter what you call it, mark your calendar for great live music concerts in Downtown Newton all summer long.

Tonight’s performers: Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot — Carolina beach music at its finest.

Food:

Food trucks and food vendors will be ready to serve at 5:00 pm, the band will begin at 6:00 pm and continue until 8:30 pm

Adult Beverages:
No outside alcohol or coolers will be permitted during the event, but beer will be available to purchase on N Main Ave. beginning at 5 p.m. Please note, wristbands will be utilized for age identification and are required for alcohol purchases.

The Newton Social District will be observed for the purchases of beer and wine at several Downtown Newton beverage providers.

What to Bring:

• A lawn chair and/or blanket — Stay comfortable and enjoy the show!

• Bug Spray — Keep the bugs away!

• Sunglasses — the sun gets bright as it sets. Be prepared!

Weather:
Please note: Due to the popularity of the Music on Main Summer Concert Series in Downtown Newton, organizers make every effort to proceed with each concert as scheduled. However, when severe weather threatens, the safety of visitors, sponsors, and performers is of utmost concern. As a result, decisions on whether to continue or cancel a concert are based entirely on the potential risks posed by inclement weather. Should there be a weather threat, the decision to proceed will be made no later than 4:00 pm. Updates will be posted on Facebook, the City website, and Downtown Newton Development Association website on the Downtown Happenings Page.

Bring the family, tell your friends, and share on social media! Thursdays are sure to be rocking in Downtown Newton! We look forward to having everyone together! For more information about the Music on Main, concert series contact host, Downtown Newton Development Association Director, Mary Yount 828-695-4360

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National Night Out
Aug
1
4:30 PM16:30

National Night Out

The Newton Police Department, and Catawba County law enforcement agencies, invite you to National Night Out at Southside Park from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1

  • National Night Out is a community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Envisioned as an opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances, participants in Newton’s National Night Out celebration will include the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, State Highway Patrol, firefighters, military members, and other first responders. Newton Parks and Recreation Department and Downtown Newton Development Association are supporting the event.

    Attendees will have the opportunity to view demonstrations and get up close with life-saving equipment such as police patrol cars, fire engines, and a medical helicopter. There will also be a bounce house and yard games for children. Hot dogs, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Representatives from participating agencies will be available to share information, answer questions, and continue strengthening the community relationships that benefit Newton and Catawba County in countless ways.

    Together, we can work to make Newton a safer, more caring place.

To Learn more about National Night Out, click here!

Join us on Tuesday, August 1 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Southside Park for a night of family-oriented, public-safety-focused, and community-building night!

Catawba County School Resources Officers will be giving away a select number of back-to-school backpacks with ready-to-go school supplies to kids in attendance.

  • • City of Newton City Police Department • City of Newton Fire Department • North Carolina State Highway Patrol • Army National Guard Catawba County Sheriff • Library to Go • N C Wildlife Commission • Hickory • Conover • Claremont • Brookford • Maiden • Long View and Catawba Polic Departments • Catawba County EMS

  • • Touch-a-Truck • Bounce House • Tractor Hay Ride • Dunk Booth • Catawba County Library-To-Go •

  • • Bam’s Burger Shack • Chugar Frappe • Ice Cream Time Concessions • Ju-Lei’s Sweet Ice • Kona Ice • Pooter Pop Kettle Corn • RiQras de EmpanadasRus • Whiteners Concessions • Village Inn Pizza

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Music on Main | Island Time Band
Jul
13
6:00 PM18:00

Music on Main | Island Time Band

Make Thursdays your best days. A date night, family night out, or just a weekend prelude — no matter what you call it, mark your calendar for great live music concerts in Downtown Newton with Music on Main all summer long.

Tonight’s performers: The Island Time Band — Laidback musicians playing the sounds of Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville.

  • • Caribbean Sandwich And Pinchos • Chugar Frappe • Hotshots Hotdogs • J. K. Cones • Ju-Lei's Sweet Ice • Kona Ice • Pooter Pop Kettle Corn • RiQras de Empanadasrus • Rowe’s Deepwoods BBQ • Whitener's Concessions • Wholey Cow • Village Inn Pizza Food Truck •

Adult Beverages:
No outside alcohol or coolers will be permitted during the event, but beer will be available to purchase on N Main Ave. beginning at 5 p.m. Please note, wristbands will be utilized for age identification “Photo ID” is required for alcohol purchases.

The Newton Social District will be observed for the purchases of beer and wine at several Downtown Newton beverage providers.

What to Bring:

• A lawn chair and/or blanket — Stay comfortable and enjoy the show!

• Bug Spray — Keep the bugs away!

• Sunglasses — the sun gets bright as it sets. Be prepared!

  • The Downtown Newton Development Association, in conjunction with the City of Newton Police Department, will be collecting school supplies for distribution at the National Night Out event on August 1. Bring any school supplies and drop them off at the information tent on the Courthouse Lawn!

Weather:
Please note: Due to the popularity of the Music on Main Summer Concert Series in Downtown Newton, organizers make every effort to proceed with each concert as scheduled. However, when severe weather threatens, the safety of visitors, sponsors, and performers is of utmost concern. As a result, decisions on whether to continue or cancel a concert are based entirely on the potential risks posed by inclement weather. Should there be a weather threat, the decision to proceed will be made no later than 4:00 pm. Updates will be posted on Facebook, the City website, and Downtown Newton Development Association website on the Downtown Happenings Page.

Bring the family, tell your friends, and share on social media! Thursdays are sure to be rocking in Downtown Newton! We look forward to having everyone together! For more information about the Music on Main, concert series contact host, Downtown Newton Development Association Director, Mary Yount 828-695-4360

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Music on Main | Chairmen of The Board - A Juneteenth Celebration
Jun
15
6:00 PM18:00

Music on Main | Chairmen of The Board - A Juneteenth Celebration

The Music on Main Summer Concert Series is back! Make Thursdays your best days. A date night, family night out, or just a weekend prelude — no matter what you call it, mark your calendar for great live music concerts in Downtown Newton all summer long.

Inspiring words about Juneteenth from Council Member Beverly Danner and Catawba County, NAACP Vice President, Rev. Dwight Carson.

This project is supported by a grant from the United Arts Council of Catawba County.

Council Members Ed Sain will introduce the night’s performers: Chairmen of the Board — a Juneteenth celebration featuring the legends of Soul music.

New this year: Golf Cart parking on N. Main Ave., (to the right of the Frank & Sue Jones Amphitheatre)

  • • Caribbean Sandwich • Hot Shots Hotdogs • RiQras de Empanadasrus • Wholey Cow • Pooter Pop Kettle Corn • Third Eye Coffee • Whitener’s Concessions Chugar Frappe • JK Cones • Ju-Lei’s Sweet Ice •

Adult Beverages:
No outside alcohol or coolers will be permitted during the event, but beer will be available to purchase on N Main Ave. beginning at 5 p.m. Please note, wristbands will be utilized for age identification and are required for alcohol purchases.

The Newton Social District will be observed for the purchases of beer and wine at several Downtown Newton beverage providers.

Additionally, the Beer Garden will open to the public for the purchase of drinks.

What to Bring:
• A lawn chair and/or blanket — Stay comfortable and enjoy the show!
• Bug Spray — Keep the bugs away!
• Sunglasses — the sun gets bright as it sets. Be prepared!

Weather:
Please note: Due to the popularity of the Music on Main Summer Concert Series in Downtown Newton, organizers make every effort to proceed with each concert as scheduled. However, when severe weather threatens, the safety of visitors, sponsors, and performers is of utmost concern. As a result, decisions on whether to continue or cancel a concert are based entirely on the potential risks posed by inclement weather. Should there be a weather threat, the decision to proceed will be made no later than 4:00 pm. Updates will be posted on Facebook, the City website, and Downtown Newton Development Association website on the Downtown Happenings Page.

Bring the family, tell your friends, and share on social media! Thursdays are sure to be rocking in Downtown Newton! We look forward to having everyone together! For more information about the Music on Main, concert series contact host, Downtown Newton Development Association Director, Mary Yount 828-695-4360

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Foothills Folk Art Festival
May
13
10:00 AM10:00

Foothills Folk Art Festival

The Foothills Folk Art Festival draws thousands of visitors from across the country for a juried showcase of local and regional contemporary folk artists—whose work will be for sale—as well as artist demonstrations, hands-on art activities for children, live music and dance performances, food trucks, beer gardens, and more!

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