Decatur Living

Decatur is about to get booked. The Decatur Book Festival returns Oct. 2–3 for its 21st year, bringing more than 80 national, regional and local authors downtown for two days celebrating books, ideas and the community that gathers around them.

More than 125 exhibitors will fill downtown alongside an audiobook walk, a Sharpie Showdown, children’s programming, Emerging Student Writers readings and a Silent Book Club gathering on the Decatur Square lawn.

For 21 years, the festival has helped make downtown Decatur a gathering place for readers and writers of every age—and this year is adding a few new chapters to the tradition.

📚 More than 80 authors
📖 125+ exhibitors
📅 Oct. 2–3
📍 Downtown Decatur

Best of all, it’s free and open to everyone. See who’s coming to the 2026 Decatur Book Festival and start planning your weekend.

We've had such a blast at Decatur WatchFest, and it's hard to believe the final week is already here. Today it's France vs Spain, and tomorrow it's Argentina and England, as the tournament builds toward the moment it's all been leading up to. This is what happens when a small town welcomes the whole world, and there's still plenty of Square left to fill between now and the final whistle on July 19, when Indigo Girls close out the show. We'll see you on the square!

Every community has great stories. Even better, it has great voices.

Our Decatur Voices series shines a light on the people helping shape the character, culture and future of our community through their own experiences and perspectives.

Architect Alan Phillip Clark shares why the best homes aren't designed around trends—they're designed around the way people live. From preserving neighborhood character to creating timeless spaces that bring families together, his column is a thoughtful reminder that great architecture starts with listening.

This is just the first of many local voices you'll be hearing from.

Stay tuned—there's much more to come.

Read the full story at the link in our bio.

For 10 years, Amplify My Community has brought together artists whose music reaches far beyond the stage.

This year’s anniversary lineup continues that tradition with voices rooted in storytelling, emotion and connection. The festival returns Thursday, June 4 through Sunday, June 7, featuring performances from Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, Patterson Hood, Dylan LeBlanc, Kyshona, Georgia Mountain Stringband with Reverend Hylton, Penny & Sparrow, Eliot Bronson, Michelle Malone (Canyonland), The Sundogs, and a score of local artists!

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There’s a place where time slows just enough to notice the details. Garage Door Studio is filled with handmade pieces, quiet intention and a feeling you don’t quite expect, but immediately recognize.

From handwritten affirmations to shelves that tell stories, everything here is designed to spark connection and creativity.

It’s not just what you find—it’s how it makes you feel. Take a look inside. You may stay longer than you planned.

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Big stories. Big energy. Big nights ahead. The Alliance Theatre is stepping into its 58th season with a lineup that doesn’t hold back—12 productions, five world premieres and a mix of Broadway hits, bold new musicals and family favorites.

From Purpose to Alice in Neverland, this is a season designed to surprise, connect and bring every generation a little closer to the stage.

Check out our story online for a first look at the full season lineup online—then find your seat.

Alliance Theatre Sets the Stage for a Bold 58th Season - Decatur Living Magazine There’s a sense of scale to the Alliance Theatre’s newly announced 2026–27 season—bigger stories, sharper voices and a lineup that feels as ambitious as the

Decatur comes alive in the spring. Homes open their doors. Summer starts taking shape. And just like that, the whole city hums with possibility.

Our latest issue is your guide to it all. Step inside the for a behind-the-gates look at stunning homes and lush gardens, find the perfect summer camp for every kind of kid and discover the soulful rhythm of —where art, connection and creativity come to life.

This is the season to get out, lean in and find your next favorite thing. Pick up the new issue and see what’s waiting just around the corner.

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Planning a wedding in and around Decatur? First — breathe. Then bookmark this. We tapped some of the area’s most trusted wedding pros to create a fun, no-stress guide to your dream day — from first look to last dance.

You’ll hear from Stunning & Brilliant Events’ Madison Smith; Ponce Studios’ Allison Ponce; The Ramspeck’s Kecia Wilson; The Chapel on Sycamore’s Lisa Milko; and Sun in my Belly’s Max LeBlanc — sharing real-world advice to help you plan smart, stay calm and actually enjoy the process.

Because in Decatur, the best weddings don’t just look beautiful — they feel personal.

The Art of 'I Do' - Decatur Living Magazine Your guide to planning a personal, polished and unmistakably Decatur wedding

The world is coming to City of Atlanta Government—and City of Decatur GA- Government is ready to make it count. A new report shows FIFA World Cup could bring up to $142.5 million in economic impact to Decatur WatchFest '26, with thousands of daily visitors fueling local restaurants, shops and hotels.

Global stage. Local payoff.
This is what happens when community meets the moment.

Decatur Takes the Pitch on the Global Stage - Decatur Living Magazine This summer, the world is coming to Atlanta. And just a few MARTA stops away, Decatur is preparing to turn that global moment into something distinctly its