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Save the Date

October 3-4, 2025

Join us for the 20th anniversary celebration of the Decatur Book Festival!
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Since 2006, DBF has grown into one of the most beloved independent book festivals in the country, bringing together readers, authors, and literary enthusiasts for an inclusive celebration of books and ideas. This milestone year, we’re celebrating two decades of inspiring connections in the heart of Decatur, Georgia. 
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Come celebrate with us for a special weekend of storytelling, inspiration and community. We can’t wait to mark this historic occasion with you!

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Calling All Exhibitors!

Our exhibitor application is now OPEN!

 

The 2025 Decatur Book Festival (DBF) Street Fair will take place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in downtown Decatur, GA, as we celebrate our 20th anniversary! Be part of this milestone celebration by connecting with book lovers, sharing your passion, and showcasing your work!

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We are now accepting exhibitor applications for 2025! Please share the news! 

Decatur Book Festival Exhibitor Booths
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Support the Festival

Help Write Our Story

Join us in our commitment to celebrating and promoting the joy, curiosity and exploration that comes from reading and writing.

Thanks to Our Amazing
2024 Sponsors and Booksellers!

Literary Luminary Circle

DeKalb County Georgia logo
JBC Family Foundation logo

Bookseller Circle 

Decatur Development Authorities logo
City of Decatur logo
Emory University lgoo
LuluMa Foundation logo

Author Circle 

RoughDraft Atlanta logo

Bibliophile Circle

Atlanta Writers Club logo
Georgia Humanities logo
The Atlanta Journal Constitution logo
First Baptist Church of Decatur logo
Dekalb County Public Library logo
The Task Force for Global Health logo

Reader Circle

Agnes Scott logo

Scholar Circle

Chicory Wealth logo
Natalie Gregory and Co logo
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta logo
WABE logo
Decide DeKalb Development Authority logo
SouthState Bank logo

Grants

Rotary Club of Decatur Geogia logo

Partnering Booksellers

Brave +Kind logo
Charis Books logo
Eagle Eye Book Shop logo
Little Shop of Stories logo
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