Decatur Book Festival 2025 - Children's Parade (Day 2)

From the venue:

Parade Details:

Meet at: Entertainment Stage (intersection of Clairemont Ave. and E. Ponce de Leon Ave.)

Time: Arrive by 9:30 AM – Parade begins at 9:40 AM sharp

Route: Walk down Clairemont Avenue to the First Baptist Church of Decatur (FBCD)

Arrival: Ends at FBCD in time for the start of children’s programming at 9:55 AM

Costumes: In honor of our 20th anniversary, kids are encouraged to wear fun, celebratory costumes. Anything playful and festive goes!

Jerry G. White will lead the way with rhythm and drums, setting a festive tone for this beloved, family-friendly tradition. With street closures in place downtown, the parade is a fun and lively way to walk through the heart of the festival. We look forward to celebrating together!