Calendar of Events
Here is what's happening around here.
Covington Downtown Master Plan Phase II: Public Visioning Workshop
Thursday, September 18, 2025 | 6:00 pm
Designed to hear your thoughts on the future of downtown Covington, an area that extends beyond what is traditionally considered "downtown" to include areas down Washington Street, up to Highway 278, over to Legion Field, and more, join us for this drop-in style meeting to share your input.
Cinema Saturday: Despicable Me 4
Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 7:00 pm
Enjoy a free movie on the lawn of Square Park once a month on Saturday during the fall months! Bring a blanket or chair, pickup some food from a local restaurant, and enjoy watching a family friendly movie with the community in beautiful downtown Covington.
Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 10:00 am
The City of Covington and Discover Covington are having a Fall Festival on the Square!
Historic Preservation Committee (HPC) Board Public Hearing
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | 6:00 pm
The HPC makes recommendations to Mayor and Council on specific places, sites, districts, buildings and structures to be designated by ordinance as historic properties or historic districts.
Live at Lunch Concert on the Square: Leanne & Cason (Country)
Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 12:00 pm
Every May and October, the Arts Association of Newton County presents FREE Live at Lunch Concerts on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m.! Bring your chair or blanket, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy a fall Thursday lunchtime concert in beautiful downtown Covington.
Monday, October 6, 2025 | 6:30 pm
City Council meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each month unless otherwise scheduled due to a holiday. There will only be one council meeting in July 2025 & December 2025.
Live at Lunch Concert on the Square: Newton High School Jazz Band
Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 12:00 pm
Every May and October, the Arts Association of Newton County presents FREE Live at Lunch Concerts on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m.! Bring your chair or blanket, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy a fall Thursday lunchtime concert in beautiful downtown Covington.
Live at Legion Pink Out Concert - Dancing Dream: ABBA Tribute Band
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 7:00 pm
Family friendly, free concerts with food trucks and more brought to you by the Newton Arts Association and the City of Covington and presented by Takeda Pharmaceuticals.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | 6:00 pm
The purpose of the Planning Commission is to review and make recommendations to Mayor and Council on proposed amendments to the comprehensive plan, zoning ordinance, official zoning map, and applications for special use permits. CPC meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
Live at Lunch Concert on the Square: Coley Gilchrist (Pop/R&B)
Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 12:00 pm
Every May and October, the Arts Association of Newton County presents FREE Live at Lunch Concerts on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m.! Bring your chair or blanket, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy a fall Thursday lunchtime concert in beautiful downtown Covington.
Monday, October 20, 2025 | 6:30 pm
City Council meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each month unless otherwise scheduled due to a holiday. There will only be one council meeting in July 2025 & December 2025.
Board of Appeals & Adjustments (BOAA) Public Hearing
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 6:00 pm
The BOAA has the powers to hear and decide variances and to hear appeals on decisions of the Planning and Development Department. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Live at Lunch Concert on the Square: Midnite Cruzer (Rock)
Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 12:00 pm
Every May and October, the Arts Association of Newton County presents FREE Live at Lunch Concerts on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m.! Bring your chair or blanket, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy a fall Thursday lunchtime concert in beautiful downtown Covington.
Cinema Saturday: Charlie & the Chocolate Factory
Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 7:00 pm
Enjoy a free movie on the lawn of Square Park once a month on Saturday during the fall months! Bring a blanket or chair, pickup some food from a local restaurant, and enjoy watching a family friendly movie with the community in beautiful downtown Covington.
Live at Lunch Concert on the Square: Chris, Jon, & Scott
Thursday, October 30, 2025 | 12:00 pm
Every May and October, the Arts Association of Newton County presents FREE Live at Lunch Concerts on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m.! Bring your chair or blanket, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy a fall Thursday lunchtime concert in beautiful downtown Covington.
Planning Commission Meeting-NOVEMBER TBD
Saturday, November 1 - Sunday, November 30, 2025 | 1:00 am
The purpose of the Planning Commission is to review and make recommendations to Mayor and Council on proposed amendments to the comprehensive plan, zoning ordinance, official zoning map, and applications for special use permits. CPC meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
Monday, November 3, 2025 | 6:30 pm
City Council meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each month unless otherwise scheduled due to a holiday. There will only be one council meeting in July 2025 & December 2025.
Historic Preservation Committee (HPC) Board Public Hearing
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 6:00 pm
The HPC makes recommendations to Mayor and Council on specific places, sites, districts, buildings and structures to be designated by ordinance as historic properties or historic districts.
Monday, November 17, 2025 | 6:30 pm
City Council meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each month unless otherwise scheduled due to a holiday. There will only be one council meeting in July 2025 & December 2025.
