For gifting, feasting, toasting, and marshmallow roasting, make Decatur your destination this holiday season. November and December are filled up with free holiday events for the family, and a few just for grown-ups, too.
Get Gifty. Eat Thrifty! Earn $20.
That’s right, we’ll give you a $20 gift card to a local Decatur
restaurant when you spend $200 with city of Decatur retailers Nov. 1-30.
Email photos of your receipts to decatur.sbs@decaturga.com, along with your address, and look for your gift card in the mail.
Did Someone Say Eggnog?
We’re serving it up at the tent on the plaza so you can sip while you shop local all over Decatur on THURSDAY, NOV. 9, 6-9 pm. You’ll have that holiday list checked off in no time! Special activities and attractions, too:
Crafts with Little Shop of Stories, 6-7 pm (books for sale, too)
Dance Class with Clarity Fitness at 6:15 pm Humble Craft Co. on the Plaza
Warm cookies from Chick-fil-A (while they last)
On the Big Screen, Under the Big Sky
Enjoy free family movies in the cool autumn air on the square. On Friday, NOV. 10, join us early for mocktails at 6 pm,
and “Deck the Halls” at 7 pm.
On Friday, DEC. 1, we'll be screening "Happy Feet" at 7 pm
Santa Loves Your Pets!
Bring your pets and snap a photo with Santa THURSDAY, NOV. 16 on the square! Furry, feathery, or scaly – all are welcome! BUT please follow the schedule. Each hour is tailored to accommodate the specific needs of different pets, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all. Remember to bring your camera or smartphone to capture the fun!
Feline Fiesta at 6 pm • Cats only Exotic Extravaganza at 7 pm • Exotic pets from parrots to pythons Canine Carnival at 8 pm • Just dogs
Cookies and Milk with Mr. Kringle
Santa sets up in the bandstand on the square on SATURDAY, NOV. 25, 10 am-2 pm, to share milk and cookies.
And smiles! Lots and lots of smiles! Bring your own camera.
But Wait! Nov. 25 Is Also Small Business Saturday Shop at your favorite city of Decatur retail establishment and bring your
packages to the tent on the square for free gift wrapping, 10 am-4 pm
Grown-Up Fun on the Square
Mix, mingle, jingle, and toast to the holidays with your friends and fellow Santas (and Grinches?) at SantaCon in Decatur SATURDAY, DEC. 2, 7 pm. Grown-ups, this night of festive frolic is just for you. Dress in your jolliest attire (there’s a contest!) and get ready to karaoke. You’ll find plenty of pubs and restaurants steps away for cocktails, mocktails, savory bites and sweet treats to keep your spirits bright.
Light Up the Night!
We’re lighting the big tree on the square THURSDAY, DEC. 7.
Join us for snow + carols + hot cocoa.
Event starts at 6 pm. Tree lighting at 7 pm.
Menorah Lighting on the Square
Celebrate Chanukah at the annual Menorah Lighting on the Decatur square SUNDAY, DEC. 10, 4:30 pm. Enjoy hot latkes, doughnuts, music, crafts for kids and photos with Mr. Dreidel. Sponsored by Chabad Intown.
A Hot Time in Decatur
It’s Decatur’s Hottest Holiday Event: Bonfire + Marshmallow Roast, THURSDAY, Dec. 14, 7-8 pm. Once a year, the Decatur Fire Department supervises a roaring bonfire on the square. And yes, there are marshmallows for roasting! The event is FREE but please register at freshtix.com so we have plenty of marshmallows for all. (And feel free to bring your own!)
Soiree, Savings, and Special Deals JENETTE BRAS, 397 E. College Ave.
Nov. 24-26 Black Bra Friday and Small Biz sale Nov. 27 Cyber Monday online gift certificate sale
Shop, Sip, and Save at Squash Blossom
SQUASH BLOSSOM, 113 E. Court Square
Shop and Sip: Complimentary wine while you shop, 6-8 pm,
Thursdays in November and December Nov. 24 Black Friday Progressive Sale, starting at 30% off storewide Nov. 25 Small Business Saturday, double loyalty points on every purchase Dec. 10-22 12 Days of Holiday Shopping Deals,
20% off a different category each day Dec. 23 Purchase a $150 gift card, get a complimentary $25 gift card
It’s All About Sweets. And Santa
CEREAL LAB, 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Nov. 12 Make your own cereal candles, 12 noon Dec. 1-20 Letters to Santa mailbox Dec. 16 Cereal and ice cream with Santa, 1-4 pm
De-Stress at Olive Branch
OLIVE BRANCH WELLNESS BOUTIQUE
123 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Mud Masks and Mimosas Sunday Dec. 10, 6-8 pm.
Customers can make custom face masks and bath salts, and enjoy private shopping, free face masks, and a 15% discount while shopping during the event.
Have a Rich and Creamy Holiday Season
BUTTER & CREAM, 416 Church St.
Beginning Nov. 11 Made-to-0rder hot chocolate and s’mores
November Flavors (while supplies last): Chai, Apple Butter Blondie, Sage Caramel, Mulled Apple Cider Sorbet
