Good morning, Decatur.

The Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold the 72nd Annual Community Thanksgiving Luncheon on November 25 at the Decatur Conference Center and Hotel — local business and community leaders will gather as doors open at 11:15 a.m. with keynote speaker Rodney Davis beginning his address at 12:00 p.m.

The Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur will host its 2025 Holiday Gala themed (Christmas in Paris) on December 5 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Country Club of Decatur (135 North Country Club Road); the gala will include a gourmet dinner, complimentary beer and wine, live music by Terry Brennan and Friends, and auctions, with proceeds supporting symphonic music and education.

Decatur Public Schools will start accepting online magnet school applications on December 1 through January 31 for the 2026-27 school year using SchoolMint - parents must attend a required information meeting at each school to learn about the program and process.

50th Annual Turkey Trot

8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. — Fairview Park — Registration fee varies — Participate in a festive race with options for all ages including a virtual race.

Nutcracker Performance

7 PM – 1 AM — Richland Community College — Tickets $15 ($12 for kids and seniors) — Experience a delightful local interpretation of Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet with community talent.

Fleet Feet Santa Shuffle

3:40-9:40 p.m. — Decatur Brew Works — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a festive run leading up to the Decatur Christmas Parade.