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Little Amal Visits Decatur

Tuesday, Oct. 10th at 5pm | What if you suddenly lost the one precious item you brought with you when you were forced to leave home? The City of Decatur shows Amal how a community can come together to help. "The Walk" is a public art project that features a 12-foot, 10 year old Syrian refugee child. Since July 2021, Amal has travelled over 6,000 miles to nearly 100 cities in 15 countries. Her urgent message to the world is “Don’t forget about us." Be a part of her incredible journey.

Placita Latina: Latinx Artists Exhibition

Placita Latina returns to the Decatur Arts Alliance gallery in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Seven artists from different countries exhibit 14 original works in the "Rooted in Our Latinx Heritage" exhibition, on view daily from 10am-4pm from September 15 until October 13, 2023. Join in celebrating the month-long exhibition's close with music, food, and a Latinx market on Friday, Oct. 13 from 6:30-9:30pm.

Decatur Wine Festival

Decatur Wine Festival turns 21! Join us on Saturday, Nov. 4th, from 12:30-4:30pm on the Decatur Square. Get your early bird tickets now on Freshtix.com

The Book As Art v.11: Myth & Magic

The Book As Art v.11: Myth & Magic. Exhibition runs Sep. 7 - Oct. 30, 2023, in the 4th-floor gallery of the Decatur Library (Thursday-Saturday from 1-5 pm). Join us for the opening reception on Friday, Sep. 8th from 6:30-9:00pm.

Fine Arts Exhibition

The Fine Arts Exhibition is back with a few “small changes”. This year all artwork on display is no larger than 24 inches in any direction. And we have a new space! Head to the newly renovated 4th floor gallery of the Decatur Library to view the exhibit. Exhibit opens May 4.

2023 Decatur Arts Festival: May 5-May 7

Don't miss the community's biggest annual celebration of ART! The 2023 Decatur Arts Festival will take place Friday, May 5th - Sunday, May 7th. Join us for a weekend of music, theater, dance, comedy, and literary performances. Purchase incredible one-of-a-kind…

2023 Decatur Arts Festival POSTER UNVEILING!

Thursday, March 30 • 5:30-7:30 pm • FREE
Decatur Glassblowing • 250 Freeman Street

This year’s beautiful festival poster reflects the exuberant spirit of Decatur’s Bicentennial celebration and the arts’ vital role in the community. Local Decatur artist, Lauri Jones, will be in attendance to sign free copies of the poster during the event. Enjoy glassblowing demonstrations by Nate Nardi, locally crafted beer from Three Taverns Brewery, and signature cocktails by Independent Distilling.

Decatur businesses – Reserve your spot for the ArtWalk!

Local galleries, retailers, and restaurants have the opportunity to kick-off the Decatur Arts Festival weekend on May 5 with ArtWalk, single-night, city-wide art experience that is free and open to the public. Decatur businesses, sign up as an artspot and spotlight your business while supporting the arts. It's a win-win.

Skinny Dippin’ – Photography Exhibition

Skinny Dippin' February 24 - March 24 Naked photos of the sun and the moon over bodies of water Photography on canvas by Kodac Harrison and Patty Harrison Skinny Dippin' Photography Exhibition Decatur Arts Alliance Gallery, 113 Clairemont Ave. Exhibition…

20th Annual Oakhurst Wine Crawl

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for the annual Oakhurst Wine Crawl - it's back, y'all!! Saturday, March 11th from 4-7pm Come join over 20 community partners to sample 100+ wines in a souvenir wine glass, all while supporting community events…

Thursday, March 30 • 5:30-7:30 pm • FREE Decatur Glassblowing • 250 Freeman Street

Thursday, March 30 • 5:30-7:30 pm • FREE
Decatur Glassblowing • 250 Freeman Street