Decatur Artway Phase 2, "Dreamsicle" by Nathan Pierce

2023 Placita Latina Latinx Artists Exhibition, “El Bailador” by Melvin Toledo

Little Amal visits Decatur, photo by Julie Yarbrough

Decatur Arts Festival Artists' Market

MARTA underpass installation by Milagros Collective

Decatur Box Project: “Chac Mool, Cenotes” by Sara Nguyen, photo by Jonathan Phillips of Capture Life Through The Lens

Music Stage performance at the Decatur Arts Festival, Photo by Hector Amador

Forging connection through the arts.

Decatur Arts Alliance produces outdoor installations, live performances, arts events and festivals, community classes, exhibitions, and other impactful, accessible art experiences in Decatur, Georgia.

Happening Now

July 10th - August 16th

HOME v.1: Gimmie Shelter

Housing is a fundamental human right, the cornerstone of stability and opportunity. But for many, the dream of a stable home in Decatur is slipping away. The Decatur Arts Alliance and the Decatur Land Trust are partnering with the Georgia Center for the Book and the Decatur Library to present a powerful art show, “Gimmie Shelter: Redefining and Reimagining the Place we call Home.” Join us for an opening reception on Thursday, July 10 from 6:30-9pm.

June 15th - July 31st

Artist Work Studios- Applications OPEN

Are you an individual artist or an artist collective looking for a dedicated space to work on your craft? Join the talented group of studio artists at the Hyatt Cottage in Legacy Park! For the 2025-2026 lease term, there are 2 private studios and 1 large, collective studio available. Find more information about square footage and pricing at decaturartsalliance.org/studio-rentals.

July 18th - August 23rd

FINAL Open Studios & Collective Exhibition

Don’t miss your final chance to visit the open studios of the 2024-2025 Hyatt Cottage studio artists! Join us to jointly celebrate the opening reception of the 2024-2025 Studio Artists’ Collective Exhibition. This showcase is a unique opportunity to experience the artists’ diverse bodies of artwork on display, and is entirely curated by the studio artists themselves. Come by the Hyatt Cottage in Legacy Park on Friday, July 18 from 6:30-9pm to enjoy light refreshments and good conversation with this talented group of artists.

Annual Events & Festivals

Decatur Arts Festival

Oakhurst Porchfest

YEA! Young Emerging Artists

Decatur Wine Festival

Exhibitions

Unique explorations of local, national, and international talent, the Decatur Arts Alliance produces multiple annual exhibitions and hosts local artists for solo showcases. All open to the community. All free of charge.

July 10 - August 16, 2025

HOME V. 1: Gimmie Shelter

July 18 - August 23, 2025

2024-2025 Studio Artists’ Collective Exhibition

September 12 - October 17, 2025

5th Annual Placita Latina Exhibition: “Nuestra Tierra”

September 12 - October 25, 2025

The Book As Art v.13: Mixed Messages

Outdoor Installations

Art abounds in Decatur. Discover outdoor installations, murals, and sculptures throughout the city that were commissioned through public calls for artists and direct partnerships.

Busking

Showcase your talents and contribute to our lively street culture. We’ve partnered with the City of Decatur to create a busking program that brings music and magic to our community. New faces are always encouraged to apply.

Forging connec­tion through the arts.