Ready for an adventure? Grab your friends, family, or anyone up for a challenge, and get ready to decode daily clues in the hunt for the elusive Sand Creek Charlie’s Mythical Medallion! This hand-crafted treasure is hidden somewhere in the Newton area on public property—and it’s waiting for YOU to find it!

Every morning at 9:00 a.m., we’ll drop a new clue on the Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival Facebook page. Use your wits, teamwork, and a little bit of luck to follow the trail and unearth the medallion! Check out the Mythical Medallion page for full prize details and the official rules—because finding this treasure means more than just bragging rights! 

Are you ready to join the hunt and make your summer legendary?

Grab your gloves and get ready for America's favorite pastime! Kick off the Summer Daze Festival with the Rebel Baseball team as they step into their 26th season—and what better way to start the festivities than with a good ol' ball game?

With your Summer Daze button, you’ll get FREE entry to watch the action unfold at the ballpark. This is “the one constant through the years” that brings families, friends, and fans together for some classic American fun.

It’s one, two, three strikes, you’re out at the old ball game—so come on down, cheer on the Rebels, and let’s make some memories!

Get ready for the ultimate summer kick-off! For the first time ever, Summer Daze is bringing a FREE concert in downtown Newton—and it’s going to be unforgettable! In celebration of our nation’s Semiquincentennial, we’re turning Military Park into a music lover’s paradise. No button needed to enjoy this epic night, but trust us—you’ll want one. With your button, you’ll score amazing discounts on drinks, so you can sip and groove all night long!

The stage will come alive with the Roadhouse Saints, who will have you dancing and rocking out! Come help us celebrate in style, making this the first concert of the festival—and a night to remember in downtown Newton!

Our second band of the evening will carry on the theme of this years festival. "Through the Stars" How about  Elton Dan & The Rocket Band! Elton Dan’s professionalism and stage presence are truly second to none. As the show unfolds, he builds an electric rapport with the audience through his magical piano playing, over-the-top costumes, and infectious energy that will make you believe you are seeing Sir Elton John up close and personal. Every patron will feel as if Dan is sharing the intimate moments of these beloved songs just with them.

Since their inception in 2015, Elton Dan & The Rocket Band have rocked over 400 shows across the United States in 38 states. Don’t be fooled by other performers who merely cover Elton John’s music—come see for yourself why Elton Dan & The Rocket Band have become one of the most sought-after tribute bands in the USA!

Plus, this Elton Dan & The Rocket Band concert will be a family-friendly, all-ages event—perfect for fans of every generation.

Food trucks will be serving up delicious eats, and beverages will be flowing all evening. Don’t forget to bring your blankets or lawn chairs, because this is one summer night you won’t want to miss!

The Ultimate Showdown: NMC Health vs. USD 373 Kickball Game 

Get ready for 7 innings of fun, fierce kicks, and questionable athleticism as NMC Health takes on USD 373 in the most epic celebrity kickball clash of the year!

Will the doctors and nurses from NMC bring the same precision to the kickball field as they do in the ER? Or will the educators from USD 373 school them in more than just gym class? 

This isn’t just a game—it’s a full-blown community showdown featuring surprise guests, big kicks, dramatic slides, and probably at least one pulled hamstring. Expect laughs, snacks, bragging rights, and plenty of “Did that just happen?” moments.

Bring your lawn chairs, your loudest cheers, and your competitive spirit—because this is Kickball, Celebrity Style.

Let’s see who rules the field: the healers or the teachers. Either way, the real winner is the community. (But seriously, someone’s going down. Gently.)

The Harvey County battle for supremacy returns — Bigger, Bolder, and Full of Surprises! In 2025, Harvey County Fire successfully defended their title against Harvey County Law Enforcement as the reigning county champs. But this year, the game is going to be anything but ordinary! Can they keep their crown under a totally new, wacky format?

Get ready for entertainment packed into every inning! It’s going to be an action-packed, laughter-filled day you won’t want to miss!