Special Events
Eggstravaganza
Friday, April 3rd
Hunting Easter eggs is a tradition for youngsters. Join the NRC in celebrating this time honored activity. There is no egg limit with us! Eggs will contain candy, prizes, or coupons. The fields will be marked off according to age for the egg hunt.
Time: 6:00 PM
Fee: FREE
Ages: Up to 12 years of age
Location: FISCHER FIELD
Note: Grab supper for your family before the Eggstravaganza! First Baptist Church will be serving free hamburgers, chips, and cookies from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
Battle of the Schools 1-Mile Fun Run
Saturday, May 2nd
* The school with the most participants will receive the traveling trophy!
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards will be given to each grade.
* All 1st Place winners will be placed into a Grand Prize drawing!
* All participants who did not come in 1st place will be placed into a Grand Prize drawing!
Time: Check in at 9:15 AM, Line up at 9:45 AM; Run starts at 10:00 AM
Fee: $15
Ages: Kindergarten - 6th Grade
Location: Centennial Park
Note: Participants may register up to the day of the race but will not be guaranteed a t-shirt after deadline.
AWARDS CEREMONY WILL BE HELD AT THE ACTIVITY CENTER, 415 N POPLAR ST. **Please join us as we also celebrate the Newton Recreation Commission's 80th Anniversary following the ceremony for a day of FREE activities!
T-Shirt Deadline: Friday, April 17th
80th Anniverary Celebration
Saturday, May 2nd
The Newton Recreation Commission is excited to celebrate its 80th Anniversary on Saturday, May 2, 2026, with a community celebration from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Newton Recreation Center. This special event will feature free classes, carnival games, bounce houses, arts and crafts, food trucks, and activities for all ages.
Since its founding in 1946, the Newton Recreation Commission has grown and changed alongside the community, expanding programs, facilities, and opportunities for all ages. During the celebration, guests can enjoy a historical slideshow highlighting the history of the organization and the many changes that have taken place over the past 80 years. The annual Battle of the Schools 1-Mile Fun Run awards will also be included in the opening ceremony.
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fee: FREE
Ages: ALL
Location: Newton Recreation Commission; 415 N Poplar St.
Community Wide Garage Sale
Saturday, July 18th
Join us for our Community Wide Garage Sale. If you are looking to get rid of your old stuff, rent a booth at our sale and leave all of the advertising up to us! Plus, the weather is guaranteed to be great inside of our gymnasium.
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Fee: $25 per booth
Location: NRC Gymnasium
Entrance: FREE!
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 13th
Minimum: 15 booths Maximum: 35 booths
Note: Each booth will receive one table. If you need more they are available to rent for $5 each and must be paid for at time of registration. Set up will begin at 7:30 AM.