May 20, 2026 - ThinkWell Makerspace Innovations NFP is inviting artists, crafters, writers, and makers to step away from daily distractions and reconnect with their creativity during a new three-day event in downtown Decatur. The organization's first-ever "Creative Escape" retreat will take place May 22 throu...

May 12, 2026 - History of the Heartland is giving local history enthusiasts the chance to own a miniature version of one of Decatur's most recognizable landmarks. As part of the organization's 7th annual Historic Preservation Week celebration, History of the Heartland is releasing a limited-edition HO scale model of th...

May 5, 2026 - A new commemorative coin celebrating local history and education is now part of an ongoing preservation tradition in Decatur. History of the Heartland has issued a limited-edition elongated coin honoring the 125th anniversary of Millikin Universityas part of its annual Historic Preservation Week activitie...

May 5, 2026 - A major rock show is headed to Decatur this summer, as Theory of a Deadman and Sevendust team up for "The Dead / Seven Tour," making a stop at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater on August 19, 2026. The concert is presented by Grandstand Concerts and Peachtree Entertainment and is not included in t...

May 5, 2026 - Grammy-nominated artist and former "American Idol" standout Danny Gokey is set to perform in Decatur this weekend, bringing an evening of uplifting music and inspiration to the community. The concert will take place Saturday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. at Kirkland Fine Arts Center on the campus of Milli...

April 30, 2026 - The Midwest Music Expo 2026 will return May 2 with a new focus on revitalizing a key corridor in the city. Organizers say this year's event, titled "Occupy Oakwood Street Fest," will take place along the 100 block of South Oakland Avenue in Decatur, transforming vacant storefronts and public ...

April 28, 2026 - The Decatur Area Arts Council has announced the return of the Decatur Craft Beer Festival, bringing together regional breweries, live entertainment and local vendors for a daylong community event. The festival, presented by Yuengling, will feature craft beer and spirits tastings, handmade arts and craf...

April 27, 2026 - Jami Fawley and Katie Dunscomb of the Decatur Area Arts Council joined Byers & Co to talk about the 2026 Craft Beer Festival and their Summer Arts & Culture exhibit, "Form & Function: A Mid-Century Modern Time Capsule". Listen to the podcast now!

April 20, 2026- The Decatur Youth Symphony Orchestra will join musicians from the Millikin Decatur Symphony Orchestra for a collaborative concert later this month. The performance, titled "Side by Side," is scheduled for April 26 at 2 p.m. at the Decatur Civic Center and is free and open to the public. The co...

April 13, 2026- The City of Decatur, in partnership with the Decatur Public Library, has been awarded a $15,000 grant to support a new public art project. The funding is part of a statewide initiative led by the Illinois Arts Council to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. In total, mor...