Holidays in Decatur: Tree lighting, menorah lighting, bonfire & marshmallow roast, pics with Santa, more
‘Tis the season to make merry, in downtown Decatur on the historic Square with the annual Tree Lighting and Menorah Lighting events, plus a few other seasonal celebrations. See the details below!
And don’t forget, Santa on the Square takes place on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
Kids of all ages can meet with Santa and take a picture, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a bring-your-own-camera event.
Check out our huge, day-by-day list of holiday happenings -- including festivals, tree and menorah lightings, Santa visits, light shows, and more!
Tree lighting in Decatur
Come to the Decatur Courthouse on Thursday, December 3, 2026 for the city’s official tree lighting celebration. The event is FREE to attend and designed with kids and families in mind.
The evening starts at 6 p.m. with caroling and hot cocoa beside the tree on the Courthouse lawn, located at 101 East Court Square.
At 7 p.m. sharp, Santa himself flips the switch to light the tree.
And then, we’re told, it is going to snow!
Bonfire & Marshmallow Roast
On Thursday, December 10, 2026 you can come to Decatur for a FREE bonfire and marshmallow roast on the Square at 7 p.m. It is hosted by the Decatur Business Assoc. and supervised by the Dekalb Fire Dept.
The fire is lit at 6 p.m.
The marshmallow roast begins at 7 p.m.
The event is FREE to attend, and the cocoa and marshmallows are free while supplies last — you’re welcome to bring your own as well!
You will literally find a giant, sand-filled fire pit on the paved area of the Square. Just grab a stick, find a spot, and roast some marshmallows.
Go to the Facebook event page
Image credit: City of Decatur
Menorah Lighting on the Square
Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy hot drinks, latkes, music, and photos with Mr. Dreidel.
There will be a Chanukah gelt drop by the Decatur Fire Department.
More info
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- Lights of Life drive-thru holiday attraction in Marietta
- Discounts for Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens
- Discounts for Stone Mountain Christmas
- Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
More holiday fun:
Downtown Decatur
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