NewtonFest 2017

NEW!! Newton Fest Kick-Off Party
• 7 p.m. | DMACC Newton Campus - Maytag Innovation Center
Sponsored by Young Professionals of Jasper County
Help start Newton Fest off right with the Newton Fest Kick Off Party - open to anyone over the age of 21. Featuring appetizers and desserts from DMACC's Culinary program as well as a cash bar from Hy-Vee featuring wine, beer and craft beer and live music from DSM Dueling Fiddles.
*​​A limited number of tickets will be sold to this event.

 

NEW!! Carnival
• 5 p.m. | DMACC Newton Campus
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee
​Joe's Old Fashioned Fun Carnival features rides, games and fun for children, teens and adults to enjoy.

Bill Riley Talent Search
• 6 p.m. | Maytag Bowl
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee
Come be a part of Iowa history as talented youngsters compete in Newton's local Bill Riley Talent Search. Youngsters will compete in two divisions (Sprouts - 2-12 & Seniors -13-21) for a chance to perform at the Iowa State Fair and win scholarship money. The Bill Riley Talent Search has been an Iowa staple since 1959. More details on registration coming soon.

Newton Fest Story Time
• 10:30 a.m. | Newton Public Library
Sponsored by Newton Public Library

Newton Junk Fest
• 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Corner of North 4th Ave. West & West 3rd St. North
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee
​Junk Fest will feature vendors from the Midwest bring their antiques, repurposed, and vintage goods to Newton.

Corporate Games
• Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Downtown Newton/Courthouse Square
Sponsored by Newton Wellness Coalition

Friday Flick
• 1 p.m. | Newton Public Library
Sponsored by Newton Public Library

NEW!! Carnival
• 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. | DMACC Newton Campus
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee​
Joe's Old Fashioned Fun Carnival features rides, games and fun for children, teens and adults to enjoy.

Family Art Tent
• 3 - 6 p.m. | Newton Public Library
Sponsored by Iowa Sculpture Festival

Chalk the Walk
• 4 - 6 p.m. | Newton Public Library
Sponsored by Buena Vista University
Step back to your childhood days of drawing pictures on the sidewalk and add your handiwork to the colorful path. Basic chalk colors provided. You can also bring out your inner artist and take part in the Chalk Art Competition. Trophies will be awarded for Best Themed, Most Creative and Best under 10. Open to organizations, companies, and individuals. 

Thunder Nites 
• 6 - 10 p.m. | Downtown Newton
Sponsored by Weekend Pit Stop
Thunder Nites, which draws thousands of people to Newton during the summer, will offer a great night of music from After Shock, motorcylces on display, food and vendors. 

Newton Community Theatre "Always a Bridesmaid"
• 7 p.m. | Newton Community Theatre

NEW!! Airplane Rides
• 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Newton Municipal Airport
Sponsored by Johnson Aviation
Enjoy a scenic flight over the city of Newton during Newton Fest. Cost is $15 per person or $10 for children 12 and younger. Tickets are available at Newton Municipal Airport. Proceeds support Newton Rotary.

The Birds & the Bees 5K Fun Run
• 8 a.m. | ​Newton Arboretum
Sponsored by Project Awake

Newton Junk Fest
• 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | ​Corner of North 4th Ave. West & West 3rd St. North
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee
Junk Fest will feature vendors from the Midwest bring their antiques, repurposed, and vintage goods to Newton. 

Vendor Fair
• 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | ​Corner of North 4th Ave. West & West 3rd St. North
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee 

​Backyard BBQ Competition
• 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | ​DMACC Newton Campus
Sponsored by Newton Main Street
Newton Main Street, Iowa Barbecue Society and Moo's BBQ are excited to bring the Backyard BBQ Competition back for a second year! Setup begins at 7 a.m. with turn in time scheduled for 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Prizes will be handed out for the Best Wings, Best Ribs, Overall Grand Champion, Reserve Grand Champion and People's Choice Award (Chicken Wings).

Chainsaw Artist
• 9 a.m.
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee

"Cool Cars" Car Show
• 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | ​DMACC Newton Campus Parking Lot
Sponsored by Newton Chamber of Commerce
Cars and trucks will be on display as owners compete in a variety of categories for trophies, prizes and bragging rights. The event is free to enter and all car and truck enthusiasts are encouraged to enter. To register visit the Newton Chamber office or call (641) 792-5545.

NEW!! Carnival
• 10 AM - 10 PM DMACC Newton Campus
​Sponsored by Newton Fest committee
Joe's Old Fashion Carnival features rides, games and fun for children, teens and adults to enjoy.

Food Vendors
• 11 AM DMACC Newton Campus
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee

Safety Fest
• 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Newton City Hall 
​Sponsored by Newton Fire Department & Newton Police Department
Events include a meet & greets with police officers & fire fighters, police & fire vehicles on display, new electric motorcycle on display and a special appearance from the Iowa League of Heroes and the BatCar!

​Family Art Tent
• Noon - 2 p.m. | Newton Public Library
Sponsored by Iowa Sculpture Festival

Local Music Showcase
• Noon - 5 p.m. | DMACC Newton Campus
Sponsored by Newton Fest committee & 301 Studios
Listen to live, local music from noon to 5 p.m. before the evening concerts. This event is free.

Beer Garden
• Noon - 10:30 p.m. | DMACC Newton Campus
Sponsored by American Legion Post 111

​Brother Trucker
• 5:30- 7:30 p.m. | DMACC Newton Campus
​Brother Trucker, an Americana roots rock band based out of Des Moines, has toured the Midwest since 2000, playing festivals, bars, coffee houses, parties, and a myriad of benefits. With four albums to their credit, the band is influenced by the sounds of the Rolling Stones, Neil Young, and Drive by Truckers. The band consists of Andy Fleming (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Mike Fitzpatrick (Lead Guitar/Vocals), Lyle Kevin Hogue (Bass), Jim Viner (Drums) and Matt Jesson (Keys/Vocals).

Damon Dotson
​• 8-11 p.m. | DMACC Newton Campus
Damon Dotson is a singer/songwriter originally from Northwest Iowa but now based out of Des Moines, Iowa. Dotson has released four original albums and played countless shows throughout the Midwest. His 2016 album, “Tumblin’” had a sold out album release show and climbed to #24 on the iTunes rock charts. He is no stranger to the area, consistently playing shows in the Newton area for the last several years. 

​NEW!! 2017 Hot Rod Power Tour
• Times to be announced
3333 Rusty Wallace Drive
​Hosted by Iowa Speedway
Check out hundreds of cars on display during the 23rd annual HOT ROD Power Tour which will be making a stop in Newton during its week long trek from Kansas City, Mo., to Bowling Green, Ky. Admission is free to spectators.