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Decatur-Forsyth: Wide Variety Of Events, Entertainment Options With A Hometown Feel
entrally located in the heart of Illinois, the city of Decatur is a jewel of a community, nestled alongside 32 miles of scenic Lake Decatur shoreline. With a rich history, vibrant downtown, fun attractions and diverse dining options, there is truly something for everyone. The Village of Forsyth, located on the north end of Decatur, is a thriving community with dozens of popular restaurants, shopping centers and a multi-plex theater. With a combined total of 22 hotels and motels, more than 70 locally owned restaurants, plus numerous venues, parks, and sporting facilities, the Decatur-Forsyth area is big enough to offer a wide variety of fun events and entertainment options, but small enough to give visitors that hometown feel and service. With so many things to see and do, it can be hard to decide where to spend time. Request a free copy of the official Decatur-Forsyth Visitor Guide at www.decaturcvb.com for a complete list of area attractions, but in the meantime, here are a few ideas for a start. Antiques & Collectibles: With multiple antique and collectible shops in Macon County, offering thousands of square feet to explore, you will need an entire weekend to go treasure hunting here. Locals say you shouldn’t miss the Wabash Depot Antique Centre, the longtime headquarters for the Wabash Railroad Company, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In its heyday, all tracks led to the depot. Now restored to its early 20th century rail depot grandeur, this impressive 10,000-squarefoot building is filled with antique dealers and vintage items. Breweries: Decatur is now home to three craft breweries and taprooms:
Decatur Brew Works, Door 4 Brewing Company, and the newest addition, Golden Fox Brewing. Catering to the true beer lover, spend a day searching for the perfect pint — you just might find it right here. In addition to great beer, the breweries often host fun special events and activities.
Mari-Mann Herb Farm is designated as an official Illinois herb garden.
Events: More than 300 events and festivals take place in the DecaturForsyth area each year, encompassing arts, crafts, music, dance, fun fairs, sports, and just about anything else you can imagine. Local favorites include the Argenta IceFest, Warrensburg Corn Festival, USTA/Ursula Beck
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