Join the Pied Piper Parade as it makes its way through downtown Decatur on Wednesday, July 4. Gather friends and family, ride your bike, walk or skate in this community parade for anyone and everyone. Neighborhoods and organizations are encouraged to make floats and join the fun too. And don’t forget your red, white, and blue!
Parade lineup is at 5:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave. Pedestrians will gather on the lawn and vehicles will be lined up by volunteers in the parking lot. The parade begins at 6 p.m.
The concert on the square starts at 7 p.m. in the Community Bandstand, featuring the Callanwolde Concert Band. Fireworks begin at dark (approximately 9 p.m.).
This event is sponsored by the City of Decatur and the Decatur Business Association. For more information, check out http://www.visitdecaturgeorgia.com/see-do-play/special-events/fourth-of-july
Decatur’s giant beach party is coming soon, complete with 60 tons of sand! There are many volunteer shifts available, beginning with setup at 9 a.m. on June 20. Volunteers will receive free party admission.
The Decatur Garden Tour will be held this weekend. View an eclectic mix of Gardens as well as a special evening Tour on Saturday night. Tickets are still available. 
Saturday’s Concert on the Square features Australian Based singer Geoff Achison. The Concert runs from 7 until 9:30 pm. Stop by one of our many restaurants before the Concert or order your meal to go to enjoy on the lawn of the Old Courthouse Square. Free.
The Decatur Cooperative Ministry presents the 14th Annual Garden of Eatin’ on Saturday from 4 until 7 pm at the Holiday Inn Conference Center. Taste food from over 20 local reataurants. Tickets are $20 per person and proceeds from the event benefit the DCM. For information 
Jazz Nights in Oakhurst continue on Thursday on the lawn of the Solarium. The music begins at 7 pm and features Joel Granson.
The Decatur Business Association’s Blue Sky Concerts September series begins tomorrow with former Decaturite Jennifer Daniels. Pack apicnic lunch or visit one of our many restaurants to get a “lunch to go”.
