# Best Events & Things To Do In Decatur, IL Today | AllEvents

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## today Events in Decatur

- **Event Name**: In-Person Medicare and  Retirement Planning Workshop
  - **Description**: Join us to learn about Medicare, Social Security, and retirement planning in this interactive workshop!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/jCAbfY1hQ8kAre you preparing to retire and enter the world of Medicare so
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/decatur/in-person-medicare-and-retirement-planning-workshop/10000170163773427
  - **Venue**: Sams Ranch
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops, health-wellness
- **Event Name**: Senior Friendly Matinee @ Lincoln Square Theatre
  - **Description**: CHELP, Dementia Friendly, & Lincoln Square Theatre are teaming up to host a SENIOR FRIENDLY matinee! We will also have concessions available, photos with Santa & some furry friends to visit with ���
When: November 12 @ 1pm. Movie start time is 2pm
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 01:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/decatur/senior-friendly-matinee-lincoln-square-theatre/200031002423357
  - **Venue**: 2545 Millikin Parkway, Decatur, IL
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Paint & Sip - Picasso - Le Reve
  - **Description**: Join local artist Lea Cameron for a relaxed paint & sip class inspired by Picasso's Le Rêve (The Dream). Learn and laugh together as you explore the work of a master painter and practice acrylic painting techniques in a supportive, step-by-step settin
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 03:30 pm – Thu Nov 12 2026 at 05:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/decatur/paint-and-sip-picasso-le-reve/200030744858840
  - **Venue**: 125 N. Water St., Decatur, IL, United States, Illinois 62523
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  - **Categories**: art, workshops, fine-arts, sip-and-paint
- **Event Name**: The Pause Project: Pelvic Health
  - **Description**: The Pause Project is back! Join In Good Company Collective and Lakeshore Gynecology for another evening of important conversations, good food, surrounded by women there to learn and support each other. 

This time, we will be talking about something that
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu Nov 12 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/decatur/the-pause-project-pelvic-health/200030903658528
  - **Venue**: Beach House
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Free showing of A Lesson Before Dying
  - **Description**: Doors open at 5 pm. Movie begins at 6 pm. Free popcorn!
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Nov 12 2026 at 08:15 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: Lincoln Square Theater
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- **Event Name**: Leaf & Ink Part II
  - **Description**: Back by popular demand! Let's get ready for part 2!
For all of the Ink lovers, come out and enjoy this Leafy Ink Social! Select a pre-sketched design when you arrive or bring your own! Meaurements for your own design should be approximately 3 inches by 3
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 01:00 pm – Thu Nov 12 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/decatur/leaf-and-ink-part-ii/200030926818417
  - **Venue**: 256 W. Main, Decatur, IL, United States, Illinois 62523
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- **Event Name**: Origin 360 Case Study 1 Presentation
  - **Description**: Free, tested, fire investigation training. We will examine the evidence, develop and test hypotheses, the discuss fire dynamics, and view computer fire models of the fire in Case Study 1. Participants are encouraged to complete Case Study 1 on the origin
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu Nov 12 2026 at 08:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/decatur/origin-360-case-study-1-presentation/200030934785347
  - **Venue**: Decatur Fire Department, Regional Training Center, 2707 E William Street, Decatur, IL, 62521
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  - **Categories**: workshops
- **Event Name**: Decatur Sanitary District Surplus Equipment Auction
  - **Description**: -(2) Ford Transit Vans
-(2) Ford F-150’s
-GMC Topkick automatic fresh paint all around, good rubber, CAT diesel. 
-Full contents of former admin building including:
-Office furnishings & supplies
-Steel & wood entry doors & frames.
-handrails.
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/decatur/decatur-sanitary-district-surplus-equipment-auction/200030993348255
  - **Venue**: Decatur Sanitary District
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- **Event Name**: Dine to Donate - Huddle House for Homecoming
  - **Description**: On Thursday, November 12, Huddle House will donate a portion of their afternoon sales to the DCS Parent Committee.  These funds go directly toward hosting homecoming and prom for our high school students.  

Must present flyer upon ordering (or show it vi
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 12:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/decatur/dine-to-donate-huddle-house-for-homecoming/200030892693820
  - **Venue**: Huddle House (Decatur, IL)
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit

## Trending Events in Decatur

- **Event Name**: Little Shop Presents: An EPIC Meet + Greet with Dog Man Creator Dav Pilkey!
  - **Description**: Meet + Greet with Dav Pilkey at Little Shop of Stories!About this EventLittle Shop of Stories Proudly Presents a Meet and Greet with Dav Pilkey, #1 Worldwide Bestselling Creator of Dog Man, Captain Underpants, and Cat Kid
  - **Venue**: Little Shop of Stories
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Atlanta. Get your tickets now to discover the music of 90s Hip-Hop on Strings at The Chapel on Sycamore under the gentl
  - **Venue**: The Chapel on Sycamore
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Atlanta. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at The Chapel on Sycamore under the gentle glow of
  - **Venue**: The Chapel on Sycamore
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Atlanta. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Juan Gabriel on Strings at The Chapel on Sycamore under the gent
  - **Venue**: The Chapel on Sycamore
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites ft. Songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, & More
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Atlanta. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Prince, Childish Gambino and more at The Chapel on Sycamore unde
  - **Venue**: The Chapel on Sycamore
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- **Event Name**: Enchanted Forest of Decatur - Christmas Tree Trail
  - **Description**: Free walk-through Christmas Tree Trail open from Thanksgiving Day to New Year’s Day in Downtown Decatur, AL at Founder’s Park. 

Also located next to the Jingle Boats (synthetic ice bumper cars!).
  - **Venue**: Founder’s Park Decatur, AL
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- **Event Name**: Author Talk: Lucy Tan with Jenna Bush Hager and Emily Giffin
  - **Description**: Join us for an exciting afternoon as we celebrate and discuss author Lucy Tan's newest novel, Tiger's Mouth. The book releases on November 17, 2026 - all tickets include a copy of the book. Joining her in conversation i
  - **Venue**: Presser Hall and Gaines Chapel
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Atlanta. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Michael Jackson at The Chapel on Sycamore under the gentle glow
  - **Venue**: The Chapel on Sycamore
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- **Event Name**: Screen on the Square: Dog Man
  - **Description**: [UPDATE: Movie Change!]


 🎥Join us for a movie night under the stars on our renovated Decatur Square. We’re showing Dog Man on the new big screen! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and your whole crew for a fun-filled night of movie magic.

After a polic
  - **Venue**: Decatur Square
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top today events in Decatur?
  - **A:** In-Person Medicare and  Retirement Planning Workshop (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at Sams Ranch), Senior Friendly Matinee @ Lincoln Square Theatre (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 01:00 pm at 2545 Millikin Parkway, Decatur, IL), Paint & Sip - Picasso - Le Reve (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 03:30 pm at 125 N. Water St., Decatur, IL, United States, Illinois 62523), The Pause Project: Pelvic Health (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 05:30 pm at Beach House), Free showing of A Lesson Before Dying (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at Lincoln Square Theater).
- **Q**: What are the top free today events in Decatur?
  - **A:** In-Person Medicare and  Retirement Planning Workshop (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at Sams Ranch).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Decatur today November 12, 2026?
  - **A:** In-Person Medicare and  Retirement Planning Workshop (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at Sams Ranch), Senior Friendly Matinee @ Lincoln Square Theatre (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 01:00 pm at 2545 Millikin Parkway, Decatur, IL), Paint & Sip - Picasso - Le Reve (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 03:30 pm at 125 N. Water St., Decatur, IL, United States, Illinois 62523), The Pause Project: Pelvic Health (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 05:30 pm at Beach House), Free showing of A Lesson Before Dying (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at Lincoln Square Theater).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Decatur in November 2026?
  - **A:** In-Person Medicare and  Retirement Planning Workshop (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at Sams Ranch), Senior Friendly Matinee @ Lincoln Square Theatre (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 01:00 pm at 2545 Millikin Parkway, Decatur, IL), Paint & Sip - Picasso - Le Reve (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 03:30 pm at 125 N. Water St., Decatur, IL, United States, Illinois 62523), The Pause Project: Pelvic Health (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 05:30 pm at Beach House), Free showing of A Lesson Before Dying (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at Lincoln Square Theater).
- **Q**: How can I find today events in Decatur?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming today events in Decatur on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
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  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for today events in Decatur?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting today events in Decatur include Sams Ranch, 2545 Millikin Parkway, Decatur, IL, 125 N. Water St., Decatur, IL, United States, Illinois 62523.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for today events in Decatur?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting today events in Decatur include Michael Sams, CHELP, Decatur Area Arts Council.
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