Things to do in Newton

Newton is the seat of Catawba County northwest of Charlotte, home to the historic courthouse square and the trails and playgrounds of Southside Park. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Newton, North Carolina.

Fri, Jul 3

A Hometown Salute in Sound | The Frank Love Orchestra

Family-friendly orchestral concert in Newton celebrating community through music.

6:00 PM North Main Avenue, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 11

Peter Pan Jr. - Summer Camp Performance

Peter Pan Jr. summer camp performance in Newton — theatrical fun for young audiences.

11:00 AM South Main Avenue, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

5–12 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 11

12 hours of gaming to celebrate our 12th Anniversary

12-hour gaming marathon in Newton celebrating the arcade's 12th anniversary.

10:00 AM West 20th Street, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

6–18 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 11

Summer Sign Workshop

Summer sign-language workshop in Newton — learn ASL and communication skills.

1:00 PM East 1st Street, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

5–12 yrsIndoor

Sun, Jul 12

Sunday Swap & Shop

Outdoor swap meet & shop event with vendors and treasures to find.

2:00 PM North College Avenue, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Tue, Jul 14

Vacation Karate School

Karate classes during school vacation—learn kicks, discipline & fun.

6:00 PM East 2nd Street, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

5–18 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 18

Model Train Swap Meet & Exhibition

Train enthusiasts swap & display model trains at this hands-on collector meetup.

10:00 AM North Main Avenue, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

5–18 yrs

Sun, Jul 19

The Cockman Family

The Cockman Family performs at Saint James Church Road.

3:00 PM Saint James Church Road, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

0–18 yrsIndoor

Thu, Jul 23

Pressed Flower Workshop

Learn to press and preserve flowers in a creative summer workshop.

6:00 PM East 1st Street, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Aug 1

2026 We are 1 in Christ - Back to School Bash

Back to School Bash in Newton — community celebration with activities for families.

9:00 AM American Legion Avenue, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sun, Aug 23

Guest Minister Gary Crowl at Fresh Oil Ministries

Guest Minister Gary Crowl speaks at Fresh Oil Ministries in Newton.

10:30 AM Shady Lane, Newton, NC 28658, United States of America, Newton

0–18 yrsIndoor