March 29, 2024

Ridiculous Race back at Ridiculous Day

Back for it’s second year, the Ridiculous Race is ready to show off downtown businesses in a fun, exciting way. The featured event on Ridiculous Day, sponsored by Newton Chamber of Commerce, the race is a part of many activities planned for Saturday.

Based on the television show the Amazing Race, a team of four people will get clues that will lead them to local businesses and landmarks. Teams will participate in challenges at the businesses with prizes for those who place first, second and third.

Check in for the race is from 8 to 9 a.m. at the chamber office, 113 First Ave. W., with the race starting at 9 a.m.

“The objective of the race is to be the fastest team to solve all of the clues and complete all challenges. The team with the fastest time wins,” Chamber Executive Director Amanda Price said. “Once your team finishes you must present all of your ‘completion tokens’ from the challenges as well as your photo evidence. A 10 minute penalty will be added to your time for each incomplete challenge and/or lost token.”

The clues for the race will contain riddles and trivia as well as some specific directions Price said. Teams will be able to travel by foot to the destinations where they will compete in challenges.

The race is family friendly and costumes are welcome with Price inviting participants to have fun with their attire.

“Think silly, creative and themed costumes,” Price said.

Businesses around the square will also have great deals for shoppers, showcasing their inventory with specials on Saturday. A face painter, clown and live music is also planned for the event.

“It is a good way to get the businesses involved and into the business,” Price said. “It helps people be more away of what we have available for retail in the downtown area.”

For more information about the Ridiculous Race visit the chamber's website at www.experiencenewton.com or stop by the office at 113 First Ave. W.

Contact Jamee A. Pierson at 641-792-3121 ext. 6534 or jpierson@newtondailynews.com