About the Festival

The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival is an annual celebration that invites the Newton community and surrounding areas to enjoy a vibrant summer experience along the scenic banks of Sand Creek. Featuring a unique theme each year, the festival offers a variety of activities and events for all ages, including live music performances, competitive contests, and interactive experiences. Attendees can savor delicious food and beverages, watch talented artists at work, and enjoy entertaining performances, all while creating lasting memories with family and friends. The festival is a beloved tradition that highlights local culture and community spirit.

When & Where

The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival takes place every Summer along the scenic banks of Sand Creek in Newton, Kansas at Athletic Park. This vibrant celebration brings together community members and visitors for a variety of activities, entertainment, and local culture. Mark your calendars for this annual event that highlights summer fun in a beautiful setting!

FESTIVAL LEADERSHIP

The Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival is run entirely by a team of dedicated volunteers. From the board of directors to your neighbor working the gate, many faithful festival supporters give of their time, energy, and resources each year to make the festival a success. Thank you for all you do to bring this fantastic event to the banks of Sand Creek.

EXECUTIVE TEAM

Chairman – Greg Hanson
Vice Chairman – Rick Toews
Secretary – Jeffery Graber
Treasurer – Rod Kreie
Promotions – Andrea Braker
Member At Large – Andy Harder

Festival Marketing Team

Andrea Braker
Carly Stavola
Rick Toews
Toni McDowra

Festival Sales & Sponsorship Team

Bryan White
Greg Hanson
Rod Kreie

Food & Beverage Competitions Team

Jeffrey Graber
Nate Regier
Joey Young

Festival Food & Beverage Team

Festival Events & Competitions Team

Greg Hanson
Brian Salmans
Brad Cooke
Craig Ney
Matt Hensley

Festival Buttons, Volunteers & Gate Management

Kelli Houchen
Arlan Newell
Rod Kreie

Festival Emergency Preparedness & Safety

Andy Harder

ABOUT SAND CREEK FESTIVAL, INC.

Sand Creek Festival, Inc. is a 501c3 originated in 2017 in order to promote and establish fun, endearing and educational local community based events in the Newton, KS area.

Sand Creek Festival, Inc. has supported the following charities indirectly by asking organizations and clubs to take an active part in the Sand Creek Summer Daze Festival. These charities include: Ember Hope, Heartspring, Paw It Forward, Lexi’s Lambs, the Movember Foundation, Ronald McDonald House, Red Dirt Military Moms, CASA. Heart to Heart, Knights of Columbus 976 Newton, Knights of Columbus 3114 – Clonmel-Schulte, New Hope Shelter, Harvey County Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Harvey County United Way, Newton Railer Soccer Club, Jr. Railers Cheer Squad, Caring Hands Humane Society, Newton Rotary Club, Newton Murals & Arts Project and the All Together Now Playground Initiative.

Sand Creek Festival, Inc also uses its physical inventory and resources to help other local festivals and organizations which include: The Newton Kiwanis Club, Sedgwick Fall Festival, 2019 Newton High School Graduation Party, Newton High School Prom, Northridge Elementary, South Breeze Elementary, Berean Academy, Harvey County Now Blues, Brews & BBQ Event, Dia de los Muertos Celebration, Koerner Heights Youth Group and the Harvey County United Way Chill Cook-off.