Newcastle will give a nod to its past at the annual Newcastle Days celebration, beginning Saturday, Sept. 8.

Beginning at 11 a.m. that morning, the celebration, in its 18th year, will focus on the city’s history as a mining town. Each booth will feature a piece of a history-based question and answer contest that runs throughout the celebration. Mayor Rich Crispo will be the event’s trivia master, and prizes will be given out to the most knowledgable attendees.

Lance Lambert of the Vintage Vehicle Show returns to emcee the festival, which includes live bands, dance performances, arts and crafts, interesting booths and plenty of great food. He will also preside over the Classic Car Show. Registration opens at 11 a.m. that day, is free and will be first come, first park.  Trophies and prizes will be awarded and dash plaques will be given to the first 100 registrants.

A 5K fun run will take place the following morning, Sunday, Sept. 9, starting at 9 a.m.