Decatur Parks and Recreation

05/20/2026

Celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness Day with us at Decatur Recreation Center.

Join us for a free Senior Health & Fitness Fair featuring interactive fitness demonstrations, health screenings, wellness resources, expert tips, and fun activities focused on healthy aging and active living.

National Senior Health & Fitness Day is celebrated across the country to encourage older adults to stay active, engaged, and connected through movement and wellness. We’re excited to bring that celebration to Decatur.

Wednesday, May 27
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Decatur Recreation Center

Bring a friend and come get moving with us!

05/19/2026

Pool season starts May 23!

McKoy, Ebster, and Glenlake pools officially open for the summer on May 23, and season pool passes are available now on CommunityPass.

2026 Regular Season Hours:

Ebster Pool
Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Friday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Glenlake Pool
Monday–Friday: 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

McKoy Pool
Monday–Friday: 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Beat the heat, spend the summer poolside, and grab your passes before opening weekend!

Pool openings are pending final county inspection.

05/18/2026

This Week in Decatur Parks & Recreation:

Social Circles and Loneliness: How to Stay Connected in Changing Times
Wednesday, May 20 • 2 p.m.
Decatur Recreation Center
A discussion for solo agers and new retirees on staying connected, engaged, and involved in the community.

Estate Planning 101
Wednesday, May 20 • 6:30 p.m.
Oakhurst Recreation Center
Learn how to protect your family and plan for the future with guidance from Atlanta attorney Kimberly Cain.

Pools Open May 23!
Summer pool passes are available now on CommunityPass. Get ready for pool season at McKoy, Ebster, and Glenlake pools.

Tackle Football Registration is Open
Grades 5–7 (Coed)
Practices begin July 7.

Power Her Dreams Basketball Clinic
Registration is now open for the Atlanta Dream’s basketball clinic coming to Decatur on August 11 for ages 6–14.

05/13/2026

May is National Bike Month and there are plenty of ways to ride with us in Decatur!

Stop by our Bike to Work Day Energizer Station on May 15 for drinks and snacks along the West Howard path, then join us that evening for Bikes & Brews, our beginner-friendly social group ride through Decatur starting at 6:30 p.m. outside Guild + Journeyman.

Looking to build confidence on two wheels? We also offer learn-to-ride lessons for kids and adults, including one-on-one instruction and Silver Spokes lessons for adults and seniors.

As the highest ranking Bicycle Friendly Community in Georgia, we’re proud to keep building a safer, more connected Decatur. Come ride with us this month!

05/13/2026

Keep Decatur Beautiful litter pick-up stations are located at McKoy Park, Oakhurst Park and Decatur Recreation Center. Help us keep Decatur clean by borrowing a bucket and grabber while you’re out enjoying the parks, then returning them back to the station when you’re done.

You may notice small holes drilled into the bottoms of the buckets. Those were added intentionally to prevent standing water and help stop mosquitoes from breeding.

A beautiful Decatur starts with all of us. Thanks for doing your part!

05/12/2026

Join us for a guided Beaver Complex Tour and explore one of the most unique ecosystems in Decatur. We’ll hike through the woods to visit the five beaver dams that make up the Legacy Park beaver complex and learn how these incredible animals help create thriving wetland habitats for wildlife.

Along the way, we’ll also take a look at ongoing forest restoration efforts and native plantings throughout the area.

Saturday, May 16
10 a.m.
Meet at Cochran Hall at Legacy Park

Spots are limited and registration on CommunityPass is required.

The hike covers about 1 mile over rough terrain. While beavers are sometimes active during the day, they are primarily nocturnal, so sightings are not guaranteed.

05/11/2026

05/11/2026

This Week in Decatur with Decatur Parks & Recreation:

National Bike to Work Day Energizer Station
Thursday, May 15 • 7:30 a.m.
West Howard Bike Path at Atlanta Ave
Stop by on your morning ride for drinks and energy bars to help power your commute.

Bikes & Brews
Thursday, May 15 • 6:30 p.m.
Guild & Journeyman
Join us for a fun community bike ride around Decatur. Free and beginner friendly.

End of the School Year Bash
Friday, May 15 • 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Ebster Recreation Center
Grades 3–5
Celebrate the start of summer with dancing, karaoke, giant games, crafts, sweet treats, prizes, and more.

Beaver Complex Tour
Saturday, May 16 • 10 a.m.
Meet at Cochran Hall at Legacy Park
Explore Legacy Park’s unique beaver complex and learn about wetlands, wildlife habitats, and forest restoration efforts. Registration required.

Tackle Football Registration is Open
Grades 5–7 (Coed)
Practices begin July 7
Take the field this fall and build skills, teamwork, and confidence through competitive play in the GMSAA league.

Power Her Dreams Basketball Clinic
Registration is now open for the Atlanta Dream’s Power Her Dreams Basketball Clinic coming to Decatur on August 11 for ages 6–14.

Summer Pool Passes Available Now
Get ready for pool season. Summer season passes are available now on CommunityPass.