Calendar of Events
No matter what the season, there is always something going on in the City of Decatur. Keeping our residents informed of scheduled events and local happenings is important.
Do you have an upcoming event that you would like to add to our calendar? If so, send us an email and we will be happy to add it. When emailing us be sure to include who is hosting the event, where the event is happening (name and address of location), days and time of the event, and a little detail as to what the event is all about.
We do not do ads for yardsales or garage sales. However, we will advertise the Pickin' Time on 59, which is an event that is for the corridor of Highwy 59. We also do not advertise fund raising events unless it is open to the community and is hosted by an organization or non-profit.
Upcoming Events
Library Closed until Renovations are Complete
Begins: 10/22/2024
Ends: 12/31/2024
The Iva Jane Peek Public Library is getting some renovations done, and as of today, October 22, 2024 the library will be closed until all renovations are done. We will keep you posted as to when it will re-open. If you need to drop off books, you may use the night drop box, and we will check them back in for you. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we go through this renovation process.
Next Open Date for the Revenue Office
Begins: 10/23/2024 - 8 am
Ends: 10/23/2024 - 4 pm
The DMV (Revenue Office) here in Decatur, Arkansas will be open on Wednesday, September 25th.
October's opening dates: 10/2/2022 and 10/23/2024
November's opening dates: 11/6/2024 and 11/27/2024
December's opening dates: 12/04/2024 and will be closed on 12/25/2024 due to Christmas.
The City of Decatur has a revenue office that you can renew or get your State issued ID, get a new driver's license, renew a driver's license, change over to a new enhanced driver's license (with proof of residencey and a birth certificate), pay sales tax on a newly purchased vehicle, and get the tag for it; renew tags for vehicles, boats, and even if you need a CDL, they issue those as well.
You will need to be sure to assess any personal property you have with the county you live in before tagging. The closest assessor to Decatur is in Gravette Arkansas, or you can go to the one in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. However, you can do somethings by phone or online. The phone number to the Benton County Assessor is 479-271-1033 ( for personal property) 479-271-1037(for Real Estate), or you can go to this link: Benton County.
Annual Bike Giveaway and Glow Ride
Begins: 10/25/2024 - 6:00
Ends: 10/25/2024
Pathway to Progress is hosting their annual Bike Giveaway and Glow Ride on Friday October 25th at the Old City Park, located off of 2nd St.
The Bike Giveaway starts at 6 pm and will be followed by bike decorating. The Glow Ride begins at 6:45 pm.
There will be free hotdogs, chips, and water.
This is a first come first serve event.
Trunk or Treat
Begins: 11/2/2024 - 5:00 PM
Ends: 11/2/2024 - 8:00 PM
Trunk or Treat will be on Saturday, November 2, 2024 this year. If you are interested in entering a trunk for this event please notify Shelia at 479-233-1663. The event will start at 5 pm at Veteran's Park; 1105 N. Main St., Decatur, AR 72722 and will end at 8:00 pm. There will be candy, hotdogs for all, fire trucks, and much fun seeing all of the little spooks and goblins.
Also, there will be a coat giveaway.
So, put on your mask and come join the fun.
City Council Meeting
Begins: 11/12/2024 - 6 p.m.
Ends: 11/12/2024 - 8:30 p.m.
The City of Decatur, Arkansas City Council meetings are always held the second Monday of each month unless otherwise posted. This year those dates will be as follows:
November Tuesday 12th due to Veteran's Day 6:00 PM December 09, 2024 6:00 PM
All citizens have the right to bring a concern or compliment to council and are given 5 minutes to speak about their concern to the council at the appointed time. However, the council does not have to act on the concern at the time it is presented.