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The sun finally made an appearance just as I was leaving the field, and after checking the radar, things are looking mostly clear for tonight at the Alabama Jubilee! We may see a brief mist or a light shower later, but nothing major at this point.

There’s still plenty happening out at Point Mallard this evening, with entertainment from 5 to 9 p.m., the possibility of balloon launches this afternoon, a little after 5, and, of course, the fireworks show at 9:30 tonight. 🎈

Be sure to stop by and check out Dale at the Chips & Dale truck and let us know what you think!

We hope to see you out enjoying another great night at the Jubilee in Decatur. Our show will be mobile at several locations this week and return to our one-hour shows the first week of June.

Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic

Hey everyone, here’s our very first full episode! Steve and Dale jump right into a fun, relaxed chat about what’s happening around town, our brand-new studio space, and some cool community stories.

They discuss Rock the South, Jubilee, Wild Child Tour and our latest projects like Decatur Stories and Legacy Bundles. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved and even advertise with us.
Give it a listen and share your thoughts!

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Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic

(Bear with us, please. We’re working on sound issues with new equipment in next week or so)

🏎️ DERBY DOWN DECATUR 2026

The ULTIMATE Family Event is Back & BIGGER Than Ever!

Thanks to Casey Hughes & Maverick Events for meeting with us on The Steve and Dale Show! 🎙️

This is a MUST-SEE event for North Alabama families! Dream It. Build It. Race It. 🌟

Your kids will compete in high-octane soapbox racing – a gravity-powered gravity racing experience that combines engineering creativity with pure adrenaline-pumping fun! No experience needed. Just imagination, guts, and a need for speed!

⏰ DATE: Saturday, May 16, 2026
👶 AGES: 5 and up
🏁 KIDS RACE START: 9:00 AM
📍 LOCATION: Ferry Street in Decatur, Alabama between the Courthouse and City Hall

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🎪 ALL-DAY ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
✓ Kids Racing (9 AM)
✓ Adult Racing (Following Kids)
✓ Extreme Sports & Stunts
✓ Wacky & Wild Creative Engineering Showcases
✓ Vendor Village
✓ Family-Friendly Entertainment All Day

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💡 WHY YOU CAN'T MISS THIS:
Derby Down Decatur is the FASTEST-GROWING community-building initiative in North Alabama! Last year was HUGE – and this year's event is going to be EVEN BIGGER! 🚀

Whether your kids are engineering enthusiasts, thrill-seekers, or just love a good time – this event has something for EVERYONE. Bring the whole family and be part of a Decatur tradition in the making!

🤝 Big thanks to Casey Hughes & the entire Maverick Events team for bringing this incredible event to life!

Presented by Maverick Events
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Don't miss it! Tag someone who NEEDS to see this! 👇

We’re LIVE at the Decatur Morgan Hospital Foundation Dragon Boat Race & Festival at Point Mallard — and this place is already rocking.

Races started at 8:30 this morning and the fun goes all day until 4 p.m. Best part? Admission is completely FREE.

If you’ve never experienced the Dragon Boat Races, you’re missing one of the best community events in Decatur. Teams of 22 paddlers race massive 46-foot dragon boats down the Tennessee River with drums beating, crowds cheering, and plenty of friendly competition.

Bring a chair, grab some concessions, and come hang out with us for a while. Whether you know somebody racing or not, it’s hard not to get caught up in the excitement once those boats hit the water.

Come see us at Point Mallard Park — we’ll be here promoting the races and enjoying a beautiful Saturday on the river.

We had a chance to catch up with Allan Britnell - VP of Manufacturing and Plant Manager at Daikin America, Inc today on The Steve and Dale Show and got a few inside tips on what to expect… and it sounds like this year’s Daikin Festival is going to be one you don’t want to miss.

The festival is back at Point Mallard Park, and the lineup is stacked. You’ve got Natchez Trace hitting the stage, along with the Calhoun Community College Show Band and the always impressive Taiko Force Drum Team.

And then… they wrap it all up with a fireworks show.

Food, drinks, entertainment… all FREE. That part never gets old.

It’s one of those nights that just feels like Decatur—good music, families everywhere, and plenty to do without spending a dime.

Get all the details here:
https://daikinalabama.com/news/daikin-festival-set-for-may-1-2026/?fbclid=IwdGRjcARh5VZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEerjZAMGLAp1vAmnRhSciD-v0CAPwRLwDlH1EDElJoBHHsTQRmHCvhIr-cK_M_aem_TeIv7DBmtiNgTGT-Pu3VfA

Who’s planning to go this year?

🎸BIG UPDATE FROM ROCK THE SOUTH AT THE FIELDS IN DECATUR! 🎸

Steve and Dale just wrapped up an on-site visit with Chase Grisham and Josh Garrett, President of Garrett Contracting — and folks, it’s full speed ahead for Rock the South for the next 6 weeks!

Work is underway. Garrett Contracting crews are already on the ground preparing gravel entrances and laying out the camping area. Chase and Josh walked us through the site improvements and the vision for what’s coming June 11-13, 2026.

A few things that have us fired up:

🚛 Peachtree Entertainment delivers temporary stages by 18-wheeler, as they have for the past 15 years, ensuring smooth logistics and allowing stages to be positioned wherever the layout requires each year.

🌱 Each year, site improvements will continue to build The Fields into a premier destination

🎟️ Tickets are moving fast — if you’re planning to be there, don’t wait around!

For 15 years, Rock The South has been more than a festival — it’s a Southern tradition. What started back in 2012 to support tornado recovery has grown into one of the biggest country and southern rock celebrations in the South, drawing tens of thousands of fans and giving back to local charities every year.

And now it’s coming HOME to Decatur. 🎤🤠

Steve and Dale will be meeting with Chase regularly between now and the event, bringing you behind-the-scenes updates as The Fields takes shape. This is a premier event for our community, and we couldn’t be more excited to watch it come together right here in Morgan County.

Grab your tickets, mark your calendar, and stay tuned — much more to come! 🎶

🔗 rockthesouth.com