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
Spring Tree Giveaway
Begins: 4/29/2025 - 8 am
Ends: 4/29/2025 - 6 pm
The annual Spring Tree Giveaway will be done a little different this year. Get your most current water bill, and come see us on any of the following days:
Tuesday, April 29th: 8 am to 6 pm
Wednesday, April 30th 8 am to 4:30 pm
Thursday, May 1st 8 am to 4:30 pm
Friday, May 2nd 8 am to 4:30 pm
The following types of trees will be available: Native Red Maple, Paw-paw, Redbud, Jane Magnolia, and the Bald Cypress.
This year we have extra trees for those who live in the Decatur community and was hit by the 2024 tornadoes.
We look forward to seeing you!
First Baptist Church Food Pantry
Begins: 4/30/2025 - 3 pm
Ends: 4/30/2025 - 5 pm
The First Baptist Church of Decatur offers a food pantry every Wednesday from 3 pm to 5 pm. They are located at 213 E. Roller Ave., Decatur, AR 72722. For April those Wednesdays are: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and the 30th. If you have questions, please call 479-282-6658.
Depot Museum Opening for 2025 Summer Season
Begins: 5/3/2025 - 10 am
Ends: 5/3/2025 - 2 pm
The Depot Museum will be opening for the 2025 Summer Season.
It is open only on Saturdays beginning Saturday, May 3rd.
Opening Days:
May 3rd, May 10th, May 17th, May 24th, May 31st
June 7th, June 14th, June 21st, June 28th
(Closed on July 5th) July 12th, July 19th, July 26th
August 2nd, August 9th, August 16th, August 23rd, (Closed on August 30th)
September 6th, September 13th, September 20th, and September 27th (Final Day)
However, if you would like to visit or set up a time to see it other than on a Saturday, you can call 479-752-3912 Ext 4. We will be glad to make an appointment for you.
Next Open Date for the Revenue Office
Begins: 5/7/2025 - 8 am
Ends: 5/7/2025 - 4 pm
The DMV (Revenue Office) here in Decatur, Arkansas will be open on Wednesday, April 2nd and April 23rd. They are open every 1st and 4th Wednesday of every month unless it falls on a federal holiday.
May opening dates are: May 7th and May 28th
June opening dates are: June 4th and June 25th
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.
City Council Meeting
Begins: 5/12/2025 - 6 p.m.
Ends: 5/12/2025 - 8:30 p.m.
The City of Decatur, Arkansas City Council meetings are always held the second Monday of each month unless otherwise posted. In 2025 those dates will be as follows:
June 9th July 14th August 11th September 8th October 13th November 10th December 8th
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.
Flames2Fire Mobile Food Pantry
Begins: 5/13/2025 - 9:30 am
Ends: 5/13/2025 - 11:00 am
Decatur Flames2Fire Food Pantry is the second Tuesday of every month from 9:30 am to 11:00 pm or until they run out of food.
They are located at 1105 N. Main St. in Veterans Park near the Bunker.
If they have to close due to weather, they have a facebook page you can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/173349281508993/
Their goal is to provide food to the at-risk in our area with healthy meals. They strive to have meat, fresh produce, dairy, dry goods, and snacks available every pantry distribution.
Who is eligible? If you feel you are in need of help, they want to help you. There is no income requirements. However, they do ask that the provisions will not be taken advantage of.
First time clients will need to fill our one of the client intake forms, including the names and birthdates of all members of the household, address, phone number, and a few other basic information items. Your information is not sold nor distributed. It is only used to track demographics of those they serve and how many people they are helping feed each week and year. You can visit their website for more information and to speed up the process by clicking on the following link: https://f2f.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/175707687
If you are interested in donating to this organization to help our community, you can also find ways of that on their website. Just click the above mentioned link.
Free Community Dinner
Begins: 5/14/2025 - 5 pm
Ends: 5/14/2025 - 6:00 pm
The First Baptist Church of Decatur, AR offers a free community dinner ever second (2nd) and fourth (4th) Wednesday of the month. It starts at 5 pm and the church is located at 213 E. Roller Ave., Decatur, AR 72722. Should you have any questions you may contact them at 479-282-6658.
For the Month of May those Wednesdays will be May 14th, and May 28th.
City Offices Closed In Observance of Memorial Day
Begins: 5/26/2025
Ends: 5/26/2025
The City of Decatur, AR Offices will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day. Please have a safe and happy holiday!
Lunch in the Park and Tornado Proclamation
Begins: 5/26/2025 - 11 am
Ends: 5/26/2025 - 1 pm
Lunch in the Park and Tornado Proclamation. Free hotdogs and water will be provided. Gift baskets will be available to win.