Special Events & Trips

From concerts and poetry nights, to international cultural experiences, and signature fundraising events, the Decatur Area Arts Council has you covered.

Looking for a special art event right here in Decatur, IL? The Decatur Area Arts Council has something happening year round. In addition, our Anne Lloyd Gallery has amazing new exhibits almost every month...and there's never a charge!

Special trips are planned to other cities, states, and countries to take advantage of the wonderful arts and entertainment experiences other communities have to offer.  Join us for an upcoming event below, or suggest a trip you would like us to organize.

As THE arts source and resource for greater Decatur, the Decatur Area Arts Council will keep you up-to-date on arts and entertainment opportunities provided by others throughout the community. For the latest in arts information and arts council updates, subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter, or find us on facebook.

Special Events

“A Night at the Opera” -  Members-Only Event

February 7th, 2012

An ongoing series of fun, arts education events FREE every other month for DAAC members and a guest.

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Hot Jazz & Java - Piano Coffeehouse

February 26th, 2012

Hear four of Decatur’s top jazz pianists. Dueling keys, duets and solos!

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Trips & Tours

Bus trip to “Memphis” at the Fox Theatre on Sunday, May 6.

May 6th, 2012

Bus trip to The Fox Theatre, St. Louis, for a performance of "Memphis" on Sunday, May 6, 2012

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Bus trip to “Memphis” at the Fox Theatre on Thursday, May 10.

May 10th, 2012

Bus trip to The Fox Theatre, St. Louis for the performance of "Memphis" on Thursday, May 10, 2012

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Bus trip to “The Lion King” at the Fox Theatre on Friday, August 31

August 31st, 2012

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