Today
in Decatur
Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In December, DeKalb County holds multiple holiday events including Hannukah from Dec. 14 to Dec. 22, Christmas Day on Dec. 25 and Kwanzaa from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1 with festivities planned in Decatur. The Champion
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mellow Mushroom will reopen its Decatur location Monday, Dec. 8 with a fresh look including revamped bar, patio, and entrance. The first 25 guests receive a limited edition tote bag + t shirt, key chain and bounceback card as the restaurant tests new menu items. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DeKalb County is working to toughen laws against illegal tire dumping in the area. Local officials plan to introduce new rules soon to protect the environment and keep neighborhoods cleaner. WSB-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan shared his take on playing at the World Cup during a Channel 2 interview, noting that exiting the tunnel at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium — his field for nine seasons — will be an emotional moment as Atlanta hosts eight matches next summer. WSB-TV
- ➤ Local high school football teams played quarterfinal playoff games with scores and highlights released on Friday, Dec. 5. The report details key plays and team efforts as they move toward the semifinals. Fox 5 Atlanta
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Christmas with The Currys
7–10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Enjoy a festive evening with The Currys as they bring their holiday spirit to the stage.
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A Jazzy Holiday Celebration
12-6 p.m. — Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center — Tickets from $22.13 — Enjoy an afternoon of jazzy holiday spirit with bass virtuoso Edwin Williams and friends.
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Decatur Holiday Marketplace 2025
5:30-9 p.m. & 10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Clairemont Elementary School — Free entry — Celebrate the season with handmade goods from talented local artisans.
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Natural Hair Fest Atlanta
10 AM – 6 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory — Free entry — Celebrate and empower the beauty of natural hair with vendors, discussions, and demonstrations.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $11.12 — Experience the best of local songwriting talent in a cozy venue.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $28.92 — Celebrate the holidays with timeless music from A Charlie Brown Christmas performed by The Kyle Bryant Trio.
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Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites
4:15-5:14 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of legends like Prince and Childish Gambino illuminated by candlelight.
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Urban Nutcracker 2025
3-5 p.m. — Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center — Tickets available — Experience a unique urban interpretation of the classic Nutcracker ballet by Ballethnic Dance Company.
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Cece Benz and Stratton James Trio Concert
7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience an evening of indie pop as Cece Benz shares her heartfelt storytelling and music.
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