From The Decatur Minute…

Decorate your bicycle, skateboard or wagon and walk, ride, or skate in the Pied Piper Parade as it winds through the streets of downtown Decatur.  Line-up begins at 5:30 in the parking lot of Decatur First Baptist Church and steps off at 6:00pm.

Concert on the square features Callanwolde Concert Band. Parade 6 p.m.; Concert 7 p.m.; Fireworks at dark.

Click here to download the parade guidelines. We want to see your silliest and most creative decorations!

New this year! Prizes will be awarded for the best “float” and for the best kid’s vehicle (bike, scooter, or wagon) 

From the City’s Katie Abel…

The City of Decatur has decided to postpone our Independence Day events and celebrations in light of the unfavorable weather forecast for July 4th. But never fear! We will host our Faux Fourth Celebration on Saturday September 28th with a Pied Piper Parade, Concert on the Square, and Fireworks! So just put those red, white, and blue decorations back in the attic for a few months and we’ll see you on the Square in September.

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Decatur Fourth of July Pied Piper Parade (sans rats, I assume) and Fireworks will take place on the mid-week, island holiday this year.  Here are this year’s details from the city’s website…

Join Decatur’s July 4th Pied Piper Parade as it winds through downtown Decatur. Decorate your wagon, ride your bike, skate, or walk in this event.

The City Commissioners will lead the parade in the mini-firetruck. Neighborhoods and organizations are encouraged to make floats and join the fun.

Parade line-up is at the First Baptist Church of Decatur at 5:30 p.m. The parade begins at 6 p.m. It ends at the Community Bandstand on the square with a presentation of colors and the Star Spangled Banner.

Anyone may participate in the parade but those with vehicles must register by completing the July 4th Pied Piper Parade Guidelines form.

The concert, featuring the Callanwolde Concert Band, begins at 7 p.m. in the Community Bandstand. Fireworks begin at dark (approximately 9 p.m.) and are shot from the top of the DeKalb County parking deck.

Photo from last year’s postponed, slightly cool September fireworks event courtesy of Kevin

David sends in a photo from Decatur Square this evening.

From Interim Assistant Director of Active Living Cheryl Burnette…

The City of Decatur will celebrate the 4th of July with a community celebration.

• 6pm Pied Piper Parade, begins at the First Baptist Church at the corner of Commerce and Clairemont Ave.
• 7pm Callanwolde Concert Band performs at the Bandstand on the Old Courthouse Square
• Dark (approximately 9:20pm) Fireworks will be shot from the top of the DeKalb County Parking deck.

Roads downtown will be closed for fireworks fallout following the parade. Roads include Ponce de Leon between Commerce Drive and Church Street, Commerce Drive from Clairemont to southern end of Allen Wilson Terrace, W Trinity Place from the western end of the Maloof Building to Church Street and N McDonough from the Square south to Maple Street.

Fireworks fallout?  Sounds dangerous! 😉

Here’s the lowdown on tomorrow’s 4th of July schedule straight off the city’s website…

Join Decatur’s July 4th Pied Piper Parade as it winds through downtown Decatur. Decorate your wagon, ride your bike, skate, or walk in this event.

The City Commissioners will lead the parade in the mini-firetruck. Neighborhoods and organizations are encouraged to make floats and join the fun.

Parade line-up is at the First Baptist Church of Decatur at 5:30 p.m. The parade begins at 6 p.m. It ends at the Community Bandstand on the square with a presentation of colors and the Star Spangled Banner.

Anyone may participate in the parade but those with vehicles must register by completing the July 4th Pied Piper Parade Guidelines form.

The concert, featuring the Callanwolde Concert Band, begins at 7 p.m. in the Community Bandstand. Fireworks begin at dark (approximately 9 p.m.) and are shot from the top of the DeKalb County parking deck.

For information call 404-371-8386 or email [email protected] . For 24-hour information call the Decatur Events Hotline, 404-371-8262, or check this website.

Decatur events hotline?

Here’s the list of participating shops, according to the city’s website…

• Blue Moon – 418 Church St., 404-378-1114, 10 percent off the entire stor and 40 percent off select furniture.
• Decatur Yoga & Pilates – 431 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-377-4899, 10 percent off class cards, yoga wear discounts.
•  Eyeworks of Decatur – 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-377-3937, 20 to 50 percent off select frames.
• Fabutique – 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-377-6363, 40 to 50 percent off selected items.
• Fleet Feet Sports – 431 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-371-0208, sale on selected merchandise.
• Heliotrope – 248 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-371-0100, 50 to75 percent off select items.
• Kaleidoscope – 252 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-378-1214
• Little Shop of Stories – 133-A E. Court Sq., 404-373-6300, 20 to 50 percent off select books and toys.
• Mingei World Arts – 427 Church St., 404-371-0101, outdoor sals tables and a variety of specials.
• Opus Winds Classical Music – 308 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-370-0507, selected items marked down from 10 to 50 percent.
• Salon Red – 119 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-377-3164, select items on sale July 3 and 5.
• Taste – 416 Church St., 404-370-1863, 10 to 50 percent off select items.
• Twist ‘n’ Scoot – 431-3 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., 404-377-3333, 10 percent off accessories, and a free half helmet with scooter purchase on July 3 and 4.
•  Vivid Boutique – 133 E. Court Sq., 404-371-5181, get a free pair of earrings per $30 of regular-priced merchandise.
• Whit’s End – 431 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. #2, 404-377-3310, 10 percent off Columbia shorts and shirts, Patagonia shoes, Toms shoes and 20 percent off Dockers pants.