Newton BIA announces two free fall events in Surrey: the State of Newton business lunch on Oct. 2 and the family-friendly Spooktacular festival on Oct. 25.
Newton BIA to Host State of Newton and Spooktacular
Business Dialogue Over Lunch
The Newton Business Improvement Association (BIA) will hold its 7th annual State of Newton lunch on Thursday, October 2, at the Bombay Banquet Hall on 135 Street. Local business leaders will gather for a buffet-style networking session that is free to attend with advance registration.
Transportation in the Spotlight
This year’s forum will spotlight transportation and transit, key issues for Surrey’s future growth. TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn will deliver the keynote address, offering insights into upcoming transit investments and their impact on Newton’s business community.
Community Gathering in October
Later in the month, the BIA will host the 8th annual Spooktacular Newton on Saturday, October 25, in partnership with Envision Financial. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. along 137 Street between 72A and 74 Avenue, welcoming families for free activities, rain or shine.
Entertainment and Activities
Spooktacular promises a full slate of attractions, including trick-or-treating, mini golf, haunted train rides, a kids’ fun zone, face painting, food trucks, and bouncy castles. Visitors can also enjoy dance performances by City Entertainment and take home pumpkins by donation, with proceeds going to the Surrey Food Bank.
Vendor and Community Involvement
Local vendors are encouraged to apply for space at the festival with no application fee. Submissions are open until October 6 on the Newton BIA website. The event is designed to engage families, support local businesses, and strengthen community ties.
Leadership and Legacy
The Newton BIA is led by Executive Director Philip Aguirre and Creative Director Nasrin Baji, supported by a diverse board of directors representing industries from retail to finance. Newton itself carries a long history, named after E.J. Newton, who settled in the area in 1886. The arrival of the BC Electric Railway helped establish Newton as a town centre, a role it continues to build upon through events like these.
