Decatur Morgan County Tourism

Girls night!
SO MANY options!
1. Start with BBQ at Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, grab drinks and enjoy downtown vibes at the Brick Deli
2. Simp McGhee’s seafood and signature drinks at 609 Social - Market & Provisions
3. Looking for a cozy spot to catch up? Slip into The Little Cigar Shoppe for the atmosphere
4. Stop by B.B. Perrin's for dinner, drinks and laughs
5. Don’t forget we have local brews at Cross-Eyed Owl Brewing Co.
6. Don’t forget about other downtown favorites like The Game Decatur, Moe's Original Bar B Que - Decatur, Alabama, Mellow Mushroom, Josie's and Kimmie's Kitchen & Social House-Downtown Decatur

Good food, great drinks, and even better company, Downtown Decatur Alabama understood the assignment.

Any establishments we should add to this list?

🤠 You’ve Got a Friend in Decatur 🚀
Ready for a Toy Story inspired adventure?

⭐ Buzz Lightyear: Reach for infinity and beyond with a ride down the slides at Point Mallard Park
🤠 Woody: Saddle up for a stroll through historic downtown Decatur
❤️ Jessie: Round up your friends and head to a local restaurant for good food and even better company.
🦖 Rex: Embrace your wild side with a visit to Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Complex and see what creatures you can spot.
🐑Bo Peep: Catch a show at the The Princess Theatre and enjoy a night of entertainment under the historic marquee lights.
🧸 Hamm: Save up your pennies for a shopping spree at local boutiques and markets in Downtown Decatur Alabama
👽 The Aliens: “Ooooooh!” over the stars at Cook Museum of Natural Science and explore exhibits that are out of this world.
🐴 Bullseye: Hit the trails, parks and greenways for an adventure filled day outdoors.

No matter which character you relate to most, there’s a whole toy box full of fun waiting in Decatur✨

We heard the girlies are earning Girl Scout badges this summer! Here are a few you can work on in Decatur & Morgan County this summer:

🥾 Trail Adventure Badge → Hike the trails at Point Mallard Park identify plants and wildlife along the way.

🐦 Birding Badge → Visit Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Complex and keep a list of the birds you spot.

🎨 Outdoor Art Badge → Create nature-inspired art at Delano Park or along the Tennessee River.

📸 Photography Badge → Capture your favorite summer scenes around Downtown Decatur Alabama

🌱 Gardener Badge → Explore Delano Rose Garden and learn about native Alabama plants.

🏛️ Local History Badge → Visit Morgan County Archives and discover the stories behind Decatur’s landmarks.

🚣 Paddling Badge → Kayak or canoe on the Tennessee River and learn basic water safety skills.

🔭 Space Science Badge → Visit Cook Museum of Natural Science and explore exhibits that inspire curiosity and discovery.

🍳 Simple Meals Badge → Pick up local ingredients from the Morgan County/Decatur Farmers Market and help prepare a summer meal.

💚 Citizen Scientist Badge → Observe wildlife at Wheeler Refuge and record your findings in a nature journal.

Who’s ready to turn a summer adventure into a badge earning adventure? 🎖️

Join us in Downtown Decatur on June 12th as we partner with the Downtown Decatur Redevelopment Authority, Decatur Morgan County Tourism, and our local downtown merchants to bring the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the heart of our community.

This special event will be held in conjunction with the popular 2nd on 2nd celebration, creating an unforgettable evening of food, entertainment, shopping, and soccer. Kickoff is set for 8:00 PM as Team USA takes on Paraguay in its opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Fans will gather on 2nd Avenue to watch the match live on a giant outdoor projection screen, creating a unique World Cup atmosphere right in the middle of Downtown Decatur. Bring your lawn chairs, enjoy everything 2nd on 2nd has to offer, support our local businesses, and cheer alongside fellow fans as the United States begins its World Cup journey.

🇺🇸 USA vs. Paraguay
📍 2nd Avenue – Downtown Decatur
📺 Live on a Giant Outdoor Projection Screen
🕗 Kickoff: 8:00 PM
⚽ 2026 FIFA World Cup Watch Party

Come be a part of the excitement, support downtown Decatur, and help us cheer Team USA to victory as the world’s biggest sporting event comes to our community. 🇺🇸⚽🎉

In Decatur and looking for some good food and fun?
Check out these local businesses:

🍴Food
Sami’s Place - Beltline Road SW
Let’s Do Lunch - Holly Street SE
Noriya Japanese Cuisine - Beltline Road SW
Candela Bakery- Beltline Road SW
Alfonso‘s Pizza and Italian restaurant - Beltline Road
Whitts BBQ- Spring Ave SW
Rustic Rooster - Church Street NE
Scruggs BBQ - AL 20
L Patron Mexican Grill and Cantina - Beltline Road SW

🍦Sweets
Mel’s Sweet Treats - Grant Street SE
El Antojito Ice Cream - 14th Street SW

✨Activities
AMF River City Lanes - 6th Ave
Funland Mini Golf - 14th St SE
Wheeler Wildlife Refuge- Visitors Center Road
Point Mallard Park Water Park, Trails & Golf Course - Point Mallard Circle SE

💎Hidden Gems
Firehouse Antiques 6th AVE SE
River City Pickers - Beltline Road SW
6 Pockets Billiards - Bassett Ave SE
Anderson Interiors - Johnson Street SE

What other businesses should we add to this list?

Looking for LIVE music this weekend?

⭐️Thursday 6/11
Singer Songwriter Series at The Princess Theatre 7-9 pm

Band L2k at Bank Street Grill 6-9 pm

Open Mic Night at The Game Decatur 7-10 pm

Karaoke at Moe's Original Bar B Que - Decatur, Alabama 8:30 pm

🎶Friday 6/12
Drew Clemons at 2 on 2nd Ave Downtown Decatur Alabama 5:30-9 pm

Mikhailo Bernal at Bank Street Grill 6-9 pm

Jake Man at Brick Deli 6-9 pm

Mike Roberts at Simp McGhee's from 6-9pm

🎤Saturday 6/13

In Other News Band At Moe's BBQ Decatur 8:30-11:30 pm

Jesse Moffitt At the Morgan County/Decatur Farmers Market 9-11 am

LIVE BAND: SLIP at Josie's starting at 9pm

Duane Walker at Bank Street Grill 6-9 pm

Jeep Jam at Veterans Park Priceville 6:30-8:30 pm

Shelly Fairchild at The Princess Theatre 7-10 pm

Liam Lonergan at Moe's BBQ Decatur 8:30-11:30 pm

Dusty French Highway 67 Roadhouse Bar & Grill 8:00 -12:00

Decatur has a restaurant for every tastebud!

Brick Deli - Off 2nd Ave on Moulton Street
Moe's Original Bar B Que - Decatur, Alabama - 2nd Ave
Mellow Mushroom - 2nd Ave
The Game Decatur- 2nd Ave (photographed)
Mother's Italian Kitchen - 2nd Ave
Josie's - 2nd Ave
Kimmie's Kitchen & Social House-Downtown Decatur - 2nd Ave
Bank Street Grill - Bank Street
609 Social - Market & Provisions - Bank Street
Simp McGhee's - Bank Street
B.B. Perrin's - 6th Ave
Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q - 6th Ave
C.F Penns - 6th Ave

Any establishment we should add to the list?

Plans may have changed, but Decatur is still ready to welcome you!

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Whether you're visiting Decatur for the weekend or you're a local looking for something fun to do, our community is packed with live music, family friendly activities, outdoor adventures, shopping, dining, and unique experiences all weekend long. From relaxing on the lazy river at Point Mallard to catching live entertainment downtown, there are plenty of ways to make memories in Decatur this weekend.

Check out our blog post for a full list:
https://www.visitdecatural.org/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-decatur-alabama-june-1113

Indigos Boutique Cook Museum of Natural Science The Princess Theatre Bank Street Grill Cross-Eyed Owl Brewing Co. The Game Decatur Decatur Parks & Recreation Moe's Original Bar B Que - Decatur, Alabama Point Mallard Park Piper and Leaf Tea Co. Brick Deli Morgan County/Decatur Farmers Market Carnegie Visual Arts Center Gofar USA Park Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Complex Reeves’ Peach Farm

In Decatur and looking for something fun to do?
Check out our list for Decatur & Morgan County :

Decatur:
The Princess Theatre
Eat at a local restaurant
Cook Museum of Natural Science
Point Mallard Park Trails & Water Park
Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Complex
Shop at a local store
Cross-Eyed Owl Brewing Co.
Morgan County/Decatur Farmers Market
Mural Trail: https://www.visitdecatural.org/Moco-mural-trail
Turtle Trail: https://www.visitdecatural.org/turtle-trail
Downtown Scavenger Hunt:https://irp.cdn-website.com/72268376/files/uploaded/Scavenger_Hunt_PDF.pdf
Morgan County Archives -FREE admission
AMF River City Lanes
Carnegie Visual Arts Center -FREE admission
Historic Train Depot -FREE admission
Funland Mini Golf
Delano Park
Rhodes Ferry Park

Hartselle:
Reeves’ Peach Farm
SNAP Park
Hartselle Pool
Disc Golf
Sparkman Park

Priceville:
Gofar USA Park
Veteran’s Park