City of Newton Independence Day 2025

Kids Morning Friday, July 4th from 10am – Noon, Newton Centre Bowl off Tyler Terrace. Free event for children ages 3 – 12 years. Children and families are invited to join in the Patriotic Costume Parade, Grand Pet Promenade, Decorated Bicycle Parade, make a July 4th craft and more. FREE ice cream courtesy of <a href="https://www.cabots.com/">Cabot’s Ice Cream</a>. Kids Morning is cancelled in the event of rain. Head on down to the Newton Centre Bowl – open green space below the hut off Tyler Terrace on Thursday, July 4th from 10:00am - 12:00pm <img src="https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublishedimage/11344/638842140558230000"> Afternoon/Evening Events Friday, July 4, 1:00pm – 10:00pm – Albemarle Field/Halloran Sports Complex  <img src="https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublishedimage/11597"> The fun continues with a carnival featuring kiddie amusement rides by Cushing Amusements, local business vendor booths, and a handmade craft fair. At 1pm gather at the gazebo to enjoy the music at the gazebo. There will be plenty of tables for enjoying refreshments from a variety of food trucks parked around the grounds.  <img src="https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublishedimage/11461/638848229230870000"> Live music on the main stage starts at 6pm. Come early to save your space in the field. Try out the delicious food from the many food trucks and enjoy the open space under the stars. At dusk, settle in for the grand finale…a fantastic fireworks display! <img src="https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublishedimage/11595"> While most of the events are free on the 4th, there is a charge for food trucks and the carnival. A portion of these sales are sent back to the community in the form of free programs and events. Thank you for your support. <img src="https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublishedimage/11609"> There are sponsorship opportunities still available to help support this wonderful community celebration. Contact us today to discuss ways you can help! <a href="https://www.newtonma.gov/government/parks-recreation-culture/cultural-development/support">Support Culture in Newton</a>

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