Kick Up Your Boots for History and Silent Auction
August 29, 2026 6:30 PM
DeKalb History Center’s Kick Up Your Boots for History & Silent Auction
Grab your cowboy hats and boots for an evening of delicious food, dancing, and a rootin’ tootin’ good time.
This year’s party will feature mouthwatering food from seven of our preferred caterers, an open bar with themed cocktails, and of course your chance to bid and win an array of goodies from local businesses. We will be holding a Best Dressed contest, so bring your glitziest western garb and saddle up for some friendly competition.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 6:30 – 10:00 PM
DeKalb History Center
101 E. Court Square
Decatur, GA 30030
Tickets will go on sale July 20, 2026.
Click here for the donation form and here for the digital form.
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FAQ
What is the theme?
Kick Up Your Boots for History. The decor will be western themed with some added glitz.
What should I wear?
We suggest festive party attire with a country western spin! Think jeans and leather, cowboy boots and hats, rhinestones and fringe.
Will there be food?
Yes, plenty of food from seven of our preferred caterers.
Will there be drinks?
Yes! Drinks including Non-Alcoholic options are included with your ticket.
What time does it start?
Party and silent auction starts at 6:30 pm. Games will happen throughout the night.
Where should I park?
We recommend parking at One West Court Square Garage, located next door. The Parking Garage has two entrances, Swanton Way and W. Ponce de Leon. We offer $5 parking vouchers for attendees. From the garage, it’s a 3 minute walk to the Historic Courthouse.
Address: 140 Swanton Way Decatur, GA 30030
Do I need to bring a ticket or ticket confirmation?
Your name will be on a list at the door with the amount of tickets you purchased.
Will I need a phone?
In order to bid on items, you will need a phone.
What is the purpose of this event?
We hold this event every year in order to raise money for our non-profit organization. All proceeds benefit the DeKalb History Center.
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Caterers and Vendors
The Ramspeck
Phenomenal Food by Chef Holly
Gotta Have It
Simply Sated
Oakhurst Market
Party Execs
Sun In My Belly
Decor: PeachyKeen
MC and DJ: Amp’t Entertainment
Photobooth and Uplighting: Ballroom Blitz
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Thank you to our 2026 Donors!
Alliance Theatre
Atlanta Ballet
Atlanta Braves Foundation
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Beat the Bomb
Booth Western Art Museum
Charlene Bowden
Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
Center for Puppetry Arts
Charlie Yates Golf Course
Chipotle
Color Wheel Studio
The Corner Cup
Dancing Goats by Kaldi’s Coffee
Decatur Healing Arts
Farm Burger
Fernbank Museum
The Fox Theatre
Foxtail Coffee Co.
Frank Hamilton School
Kendra Scott
Little Shop of Stories
Marlow’s Tavern
McCurdy & Candler, LLC
Mimms Museum of Technology and Art
Parker’s on Ponce
Timothy H. Patton, LMT
Publix
Reformology Pilates
Skips Chicago Dogs
Southeastern Railway Museum
The Great Frame Up – Decatur
Tiff’s Treats
Top Golf
Total Wine & More
Deborah & Harold Van Broekhoven
Worthmore Jewelers
Zoo Atlanta
