Excellence in Leadership Class to Host Dec Days Festival

The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s Excellence in Leadership 2025-2026 class has selected a Dec Days Festival as their community service project. The festival will take place on Saturday, April 18 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. in downtown Decatur along 1st Avenue between Moulton Street and Grant Street and will feature live music, food vendors, local artists, shopping and family-friendly activities, including a KidZone.

The day’s festivities will continue with a VIP evening event from 7 - 10 p.m. on the top level of the downtown parking deck, offering additional entertainment and fundraising opportunities. Proceeds from the event will benefit three local nonprofits: Brothers for Life, Community Free Clinic and Meals on Wheels.

Slim Chickens in Decatur will host a fundraiser night on Tuesday, March 24 from 4 - 9 p.m. Guests can mention the Chamber's One Vision Foundation in-store, or use code SLIMSGIVES online or in the app, and 15% of their purchase will be donated. Click here for more information.

Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available for businesses and individuals who would like to support the event.