My Decatur/Druid Hills Best of 2025 Winners

After hundreds of nominations and thousands of votes, we reveal the businesses you chose as Decatur/Druid Hills’ Best of 2025 winners! Best Active Senior Living The Mansions at Decatur Senior Independent Living Take your retirement to the next level at The Mansions at Decatur Senior Independent Living. An all-inclusive independent living community with spacious apartments, […]
StoryWalk at Mason Mill Park
RECURRING MONDAYS StoryWalk at Mason Mill Park Mason Mill Park All day Free Every Monday through the end of November, gather at Mason Mill Park for StoryWalk, an interactive reading adventure presented by the Toco Hill–Avis G. Williams Library. This all-day event invites families to pop in anytime. events.dekalblibrary.org/events
Santa on the Square

NOV. 29 Santa on the Square Downtown Decatur 10am-1pm Free Enjoy photos with St. Nick, warm cookies, milk, whimsical stilt walkers and a Santa Mail station—plus a few magical surprises, local shopping and free gift wrapping for Decatur purchases. facebook.com/events/1137578094214339
Veterans Day Celebration
NOV. 11 Veterans Day Celebration Decatur Cemetery 11-11:45am Free Honor those who have served with a Ceremony of Remembrance at the Veterans Memorial in Decatur Cemetery, marking 80 years of tributes at this historic site. visitdecaturga.com/events
Day of the Dead/Haints and Saints Parade
OCT. 26 Day of the Dead/Haints and Saints Parade Decatur Cemetery 6pm Free Put on your most creative costume and enjoy a lively evening that ends with a musical jam and community celebration. placitalatinaga.com
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
OCT. 24 & 31 Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics The Chapel on Sycamore 6:30 and 8:45pm $41+ A spine-tingling night open to ages 8 and up featuring a string quartet performing eerie movie scores and haunting classical works in a flickering candlelit setting.
Joe Gransden’s Big Band

OCT. 17 Joe Gransden’s Big Band Callanwolde Fine Arts Centre 7:30-9:30pm $39 As part of the 2025 Jazz on the Lawn series, Joe Gransden’s 16-Piece Big Band will fill the evening air with swinging jazz favorites. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and pack your own picnic or purchase drinks on-site. eventbrite.com/e/joe-gransdens-big-band
Tenise Newberg: Community Advocate • Cancer Survivor • Camp Guru

By Jennifer Colosimo In 1987, Tenise Newberg was diagnosed with cancer and was too sick to attend Camp Sunshine, a weeklong camp for children and teens facing the exact same thing. When she was finally able to come as a Counselor in Training (C.I.T.), it lived up to everything she had heard. When she returned […]
The General Muir

Your classic New York Jewish deli, The General Muir is named after the ship that brought co-owner Jennifer Johnson’s mother and grandparents to New York in 1949. It honors history while serving up eats that are both rare and delicious. Try the longtime fan-fave, the Avenue A Bagel with its layers of nova (smoked salmon), […]
Folk Art

Folk Art blends Southern charm with retro diner vibes via its gorgeous oversized windows, sweet nostalgic touches and vibrant local artwork. Perfect for breakfast, brunch or lunch, indulge in signature dishes like the Short Rib and Grits, a platter of creamy cheddar grits layered with decadently crafted bourbon-braised short ribs, roasted baby carrots and a […]