WinterFEST
When:
Friday, Jan 24, 2025 4:30p -
Sunday, Jan 26, 2025 2:30p
Friday, Jan 24, 2025 4:30p -
Sunday, Jan 26, 2025 2:30p
Where:
Newton Centre Green
1221 Centre St
Newton, Massachusetts 02459
Admission:
FREE
Hosted by:
Categories:
Art, Festivals & Fairs, Kid Friendly, Movies
Event website:
https://newtoncommunitypride.org/winterfest/
Join us for a fun-filled weekend of winter activities and community celebration at WinterFEST 2025! All events are free, accessible, and open to all. Registration is suggested using the links below but is not required.
SCHEDULE
Friday, January 24th
Newton Centre Green – 4:30 pm – 6:30pm (performances 5-6 pm)
1221 Centre St, Newton Centre, MA 02459
❄️ Ice Sculptures & Live Carving Demo: Watch an artist carve an intricate ice sculpture in real time!
❄️ Live Music: Enjoy performances from BC Acoustics and NN Melocotones.
❄️ Glow Hula Hooper: Watch a talented hula hooper create stunning light displays as they perform.
❄️ Welcome Home Blanket Drive: Help support local residents in need by donating new or gently used blankets.
❄️ Free Hot Chocolate: Warm up with a free cup of hot chocolate while enjoying the festivities.
Saturday, January 25th
Cold Spring Park – 10:00 am – 11:00 am
1094 Beacon St, Newton, MA 02461
❄️ Guided Winter Walk: Join us for a scenic winter walk! Feel free to dress up your dog in costume, and don’t miss Olaf’s winter adventures.
❄️ Free Hot Chocolate: Enjoy a hot drink as you take in the natural beauty of winter.
Newtonville Books – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
10 Langley Rd, Newton, MA 02459
❄️ Winter Storytime: Bring the whole family for a cozy, interactive story hour with winter-themed tales.
Hyde Bandstand – 5:30 pm –7:00 pm
90 Lincoln St, Newton, MA 02461
❄️ Community Soup Social: Warm up with a delicious bowl of soup as we come together as a community.
❄️ Surefire Band: Enjoy live music.
❄️ Brighter Ignited Interactive Public Art: Explore a stunning, interactive art installation.
Sunday, January 26th
West Newton Cinema – 10:00 am –11:30 am
1296 Washington St, West Newton, MA 02465
❄️ Free Screening of Happy Feet: Gather with family and friends for a heartwarming, animated movie.
New Art Center – 1:00 pm –2:30 pm
61 Washington Park, Newton, MA 02460
❄️ Winter Craft & Family Dance Party: Get creative with a fun craft activity, then dance the afternoon away with Matt Heaton and the Outside Toys.
❄️ Photo Booth: Capture the moment with fun photo booth props and winter-themed backdrops.
