Newton, MA Community Events & Programs

06/05/2026

Artisan and exhibitor spaces are still available for Newton's open air market on Saturday, July 4, 1:00pm – 10:00pm at Albemarle Field/Halloran Sports Complex for the city's Independence Day celebration. Registration closes June 13.

We are hosting a carnival, featuring kiddie amusement rides and games, live music starting at 1pm at the gazebo with plenty of seating and refreshments to enjoy the day.

The Bo & Bill Winiker Band takes the main stage at 6pm with a salute to America 250 which is sure to get the crowd dancing and singing till dark. At 9:10 pm settle in for the grand finale…a fantastic fireworks display!

Visit www.newtonma.gov/events for details. Call 617-796-1540 with questions.

There are volunteer and sponsorship opportunities still available to help support this wonderful community celebration. Contact us today to discuss ways you can help!

06/02/2026

The Countdown to July 4th Starts Now! Albemarle Field will be rockin' all day and night with live musical entertainment!

Join us in Newton for an unforgettable evening of music, food, community, and fireworks as we celebrate Independence Day and America 250! This year's headliner, the Bo & Bill Winiker Band, takes to the main stage with their special "Salute to America 250" performance. This high-energy tribute to American music and spirit is sure to have the crowd singing, dancing, and celebrating all evening long!
Come hungry and enjoy delicious offerings from a variety of food trucks while soaking in the festive atmosphere with family, friends, and neighbors. Cushing Carnival will be add to the fun with rides, games and food.
Arrive early to save your space on the field and listen to live music starting at 1pm at the Gazebo.
At dusk, look to the skies for the grand finale—a spectacular fireworks display that will light up the night over Newton!
Visit www.newtonma.gov/events for details and the full schedule.
Sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are still available! Help support this beloved community tradition and showcase your commitment to community connections. Contact us today to learn how you can be part of the celebration.

05/27/2026

Tuesdays at the Plaza! That was fun! 🎶

05/25/2026

How fun!!

05/25/2026

What an inspiring evening celebrating this year’s Artful Pianos! Thank you to the incredibly talented artists whose creativity transformed pianos into vibrant public works of art for our community to enjoy all season long.
A huge round of applause to:

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We were honored to have Mayor Marc Laredo and many members of the City Council attend the reception in a wonderful show of support for Newton’s vibrant arts community.
We are so grateful to our piano donors for helping make this project possible, and especially to the gifted and generous tuner and technician Greg Livingston for preparing each piano with such care and expertise.
Special thanks to our wonderful sponsors — Store Newton Centre, and for supporting creativity and public art in Newton.

Bravo to musical performers Ken Gordon and Clay Napurano for filling the reception with beautiful music and helping make the evening so memorable.

We invite the Newton community to visit all 7 pianos throughout the summer — marvel at the artwork, gather with friends and family, and don’t forget to stop and play a tune!
2026 Piano Locations:
Auburndale Library - Captain Ryan Park - Farlow Park – Cooper Center for Active Living - Newton Centre Green – John O’Hara Square Newton Highlands - Upper Falls

05/14/2026

This going to be spectacular! 🇺🇸🎉🥁🎺🎶

🚧🇺🇸 REMINDER: TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES THIS SUNDAY – MAY 17, 2026 🇺🇸🚧

The City of Newton will be hosting the 250th Anniversary Parade this Sunday. Residents and visitors should expect temporary road closures, traffic delays, and parking restrictions along the parade route throughout the afternoon.

05/12/2026

05/08/2026

Free concert! (registration requested). 🎶💫

05/08/2026

SpringFest is not only packed with family fun, art, food, and activities — it’s also a celebration of the incredible talent of Newton student performers! .music

Join us throughout the day as young musicians and dancers take the stage with exciting live performances representing a wide variety of cultures, styles, and artistic traditions. From jazz and contemporary music to Irish step dancing and cultural dance performances, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

Come cheer on these talented young performers and celebrate the creativity, dedication, and spirit of our community at SpringFest! See all the details at www.newtonma.gov/events Thank you sponsors and

05/08/2026

Don’t miss the chance to experience the creativity and talent of Newton’s youth artists at SpringFest this year!

For the past 6 weeks, student artists in Project SHINE have been hard at work creating powerful and inspiring mural boards centered around this year’s theme:

America at 250 – Local Stories, Shared Futures

This year’s SHINE theme explores how history, community, and identity connect across time — right here in Newton. Meet the talented youth artists who are bringing these ideas to life through bold colors, creative techniques, and meaningful storytelling.

Visit the SHINE display area to see the mural boards up close, meet the artists in person, and learn more about their artistic vision and process.

And you'll want to add your own creativity to the Community Art Mural led by artist Everyone is invited to add a swash of paint and help create a collaborative work of art!

Come celebrate art, community, and creativity at SpringFest! We are grateful to our sponsors and