Newtown Arts Festival

05/01/2026

CONCERT OPENER!
Based out of Newtown, CT, Iris Lies originally formed as a duo with Andrew Sirois and Maggie Ferrari. Later, it evolved to adding a long-time friend and guitarist, Chris Desbiens. Then Jon Kinne and Steve Cannella rounded out Iris Lies as you hear them today. They have been on the local brewery and bar circuit for several years now.
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05/01/2026

FEATURED PERFORMANCE!
On The Trails’ recent accomplishments include winning the 2022 Thomas Point Beach Band Competition and participating in 2021’s Telefunken Battle of the Bands. They were also selected as an Emerging Artist at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2023. On The Trail features Austin Scelzo (fiddle and vocals), Tom Polizzi (mandolin and vocals), Charlie Widmer (guitar and vocals), and Matt Curley (upright bass and vocals). Charlie is also the 19th CT State Troubadour!

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04/09/2026

Calling his work “playful and full of movement,” the work of Newtown resident Jason Lynch has been chosen as the signature art for the 2026 Newtown Art Festival, set for September 18-20 this year. “For the poster,” he has said, “I wanted something playful and full of movement, something that captured the energy of the festival at a glance.” The art will be available on posters and T-shirts at the festival. The poster reminds one of the energy of a full three-ring circus, with one art intertwining with the others. “This let me show multiple aspects of the festival,” he added, “while keeping everything connected visually.”
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Visit https://newtownartsfestival.com/ for more information about the upcoming event!

01/31/2026

Newtown Arts Festival Seeking Volunteers

“Newtown’s biggest celebration of the arts is back — and 2026 marks the 13th year of our Newtown Arts Festival!” Festival volunteer coordinator Alexa Skalandunas has announced. The three-day event is set for September 18-20, 2026.
“Music, art, dance, music, family fun activities, artisans and food, the Festival offers it all,” Alexa noted.
We’re looking for volunteers in marketing, promotion, social media support, sponsorships and day of Festival. Want to know more? Or volunteer? Contact Alexa at [email protected]

09/28/2025

Thank you to everyone who came to the Festival yesterday!

Here’s what’s happening on another gorgeous day at the Newtown Arts Festival Hills

Sunday September 28; 11am - 5pm — $5 entrance fee - purchase tickets online or at the gate. SORRY NO PETS (unless service animal)

Music all day!

11:00 AM - Newtown High School Band
11:30 AM - Blonde & Grey
1:00 PM - Joe Proc & Off the Hook
2:30 PM - Jeff Summa & the Roasters
4:00 PM - Willie/Portera Trio

Food trucks: Crazy Taco , Ferris Acres, Grumpy Dumpling, Little Kernels Kettle Corn, Rich’s Wing & Things, Taste of Grill, Bubble & Brew, Mainely Seafood, Himdsight BBQ

Local Beer & wine plus 100 artisans!

See you all soon!

09/27/2025

Here’s what’s happening on this gorgeous day at the Newtown Arts Festival Hills

Saturday September 27; 11 - 5 — $5 entrance fee - purchase tickets online or at the gate. SORRY NO PETS (unless service animal)

Music all day!

11:30 AM - Riley Cotton
1:00 PM - Union Rail
2:30 PM - Matt Kampe & the Hub
4:00 PM - One Track Mind

Food trucks: JJ Stacks, Crazy Taco, Ferris Acres, Grumpy Dumpling, Little Kernels Kettle Corn, Genoa Woodfired Pizza, Taste of Grill, Cool Bri’s Smoothies, Mainely Seafood

Local Beer & wine plus 100 artisans!

See you all soon!

09/26/2025

09/26/2025

Tonight @ The Newtown Arts Festival up at Fairfield Hills…..just look for the tents!

Get your $15 tickets online or at the gate www.newtownartsfestival.com

Doors open 6PM for food & drinks for purchase from our wine & beer garden and JJ Stacks Mobile & Crazy Taco Mex!

Bloods a Rover opens @ 7PM
The ZOO @ 8:30

Don’t miss it!

09/26/2025

09/25/2025

It's here! THE art event of the year! Join us for a great weekend and support the arts in Newtown! Hope to see everyone there!