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Crystal Lake Beach
Newton’s only public swimming beach — spring-fed, lifeguarded, and a ten-minute walk from Newton Centre.
Newton Centre
4.6(341)Things to do in Newton
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Newton Community Farm
The city’s last working farm — a farmstand, kids’ programs, and 300 years of continuous cultivation.
Thompsonville
4.9(187) 
$22–$45FitnessCharles River Canoe & Kayak — Newton Launch
Rent a kayak, canoe or paddleboard and put in on the flattest, prettiest water in the metro area.
Auburndale
4.8(214)
FreeOutdoors & ParksCold Spring Park Trails
67 acres of woodland loop trails, a cross-country course, and a Tuesday farmers market in season.
Newton Highlands
4.7(231)
VariesShoppingThe Street Chestnut Hill
An open-air shopping block with big-name retail, a cinema, and better-than-average patio dining.
Chestnut Hill
4.4(287)
FreeSeasonal & HolidayWest Newton Fourth of July Parade
Newton’s hometown Independence Day parade — decorated bikes, fire trucks, and a whole lot of candy.
Sat, Sep 4 · 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
West Newton
4.7(198)
$8–$12FitnessAlbemarle Field & Gath Pool
Newton’s big public pool complex plus turf fields, a track and a summer-long swim program.
Newtonville
4.4(167)