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Special Events

Recreation & Parks schedules special events at City parks throughout the year. See the 2010 Programs & Special Events brochure for highlights on upcoming recreational programs and events.

Questions regarding City-sponsored events should be directed to at 678-512-3200.

Newtown Park family fun

Concert in the Park [2010]

Wayne Baughmann conducting the JCSO Enjoy the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra at a free Music in the Park concert. Food is available for purchase or get creative and bring a picnic to enter the "Most Beautiful," "Best Georgia Theme" or "Best Musical Theme" picnic contests! No alcohol please.

Date: Saturday, June 12, 2010

Time: Food available from 4:00 p.m.;
Concert begins at 6:00 p.m.

Location: Newtown Park, main soccer field
Cost: Free for Johns Creek residents

Attachment: Flyer

Spring Egg Hunt [2010]

Easter egg What would spring be without an Egg Hunt? Come and enjoy face painting, moonwalk, children's activities, and an opportunity to get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny at our Pre-Hunt activities.

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Date: Sunday, March 28, 2010

Time: "Pre-Hunt" activities begin at 12:30 p.m.;
Egg Hunt begins at 1:30 p.m. sharp!

Location: Newtown Park, main soccer field
Age: 1-10 years of age
Cost: Free for Johns Creek residents

Attachment: Flyer

Movies in the Park [2010]

"Movies in the Park" is a summer outdoor series of family-friendly movies presented on a huge inflatable screen at Newtown Park.

Pre-show activities include inflatable moonwalk and giant slide, face painting, children's activities, give-a-ways, entertainment, food and drinks along with displays from local businesses/organizations.

Location: Newtown Park

Cost: Free

Movie #1: "Alvin and the Chipmunks 2, the Squeakquel"
Date: Saturday, June 5, 2010

Movie #2: "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs"
Date: Saturday, July 10, 2010

Movie #3: "Diary of a Wimpy Kid"
Date: Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010
Time: Movie starts at 8:15 p.m.; pre-show activities at 6 p.m.

Sponsor a Movie: Movies in the Park isn't just for the viewers! Be a part of these popular City events: Set up a booth or participate in other marketing opportunities.

Sponsorship Packet

Fall Family Festival [2010]

The City's annual family-friendly "Fall Festival" at Newtown Park features moonwalks, a giant slide, an obstacle course, carnival games, music, food, arts & crafts and fun for the entire family.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Newtown Park
Cost: Free

Flyer

Sponsor the Festival: Local businesses and organizations are invited to participate in this event.

Vendor Letter | Vendor Application | Credit Card Authorization

Perform at the Festival: Is your organization or group interested in performing at the Festival? Fill out a Performance Application.

Breakfast with Santa [2010]

Santa's hat Join Recreation & Parks for "Breakfast with Santa" on Saturday, Dec. 11 at the Newtown Park Community Clubhouse.

Enjoy music, gingerbread cookie decorating, holiday crafts, and have the opportunity to write a letter and hand-deliver it to Santa. Parents have an opportunity to take photos of their children with Santa.

Registration deadline is December 6, 2010.

Date: Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010
1st Seating: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
2nd Seating: 10 - 11 a.m.
Location: Newtown Park Community Clubhouse
Cost: $15 per child