WatchFest ’26 will happen on and around the Decatur Square atop the Decatur MARTA Station. Just six miles (9.6 k) east of downtown Atlanta, Decatur is an easy seven MARTA stops from Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park Station.
Arriving by MARTA
Ride MARTA to Decatur! MARTA, metro Atlanta’s public transportation system, connects downtown Atlanta to Decatur by rail. In fact, the Decatur Square sits directly above Decatur Station. You’ll be steps away from WatchFest as soon as you exit!
For $2.50 each way, MARTA is a fast, convenient, car-free option. And it’s a quick trip, too. Decatur is just 6 miles (9.6 k) east of downtown Atlanta. We’re 7 direct MARTA rail stops from Mercedes-Benz Stadium (and Centennial Olympic Park Station).
Hop on at GWCC/CNN Center Station, at the doorstep of Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park, and take the blue line east to Decatur Station (E6). Plan your trip with this helpful app.
Driving directions: Map your route to the entry gates here.
Decatur has plenty of parking options including metered street parking and paid parking decks and lots. Find them by way of the public parking locator.
General parking information is available on the City of Decatur website.
Use the rideshare drop-off and pick-up location near Decatur Square. Please anticipate increased wait times when using Rideshare for departure.
Rideshare Dropoff Point 274 Sycamore St., Decatur, GA 30030
Bike Valet
A free bike valet service will be available, located adjacent to the North McDonough Plaza and the DeKalb County Courthouse, 550 N. McDonough St, Decatur, GA 30030.
From the Airport
MARTA, Atlanta’s public transportation system, connects Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Decatur by rail. MARTA’s Airport Station is the final station on the south end of the Red and Gold lines. Find it nestled in-between the north and south baggage claim areas on the west end of the domestic terminal.
From Airport Station take MARTA to Five Points. Take the blue line east to Decatur Station (E6). Plan your route with this app.
Both of our downtown hotels are less than a 5-minute walk (.3 miles) from the station.
Lodging
Hampton Inn & Suites | 116 Clairemont Ave.
Courtyard by Marriott | 130 Clairemont Ave.
Two upscale hotels are a block away from the Decatur Square. Stay here, just steps away from Decatur WatchFest, with plenty of destination dining and standout shopping nearby. You’ll have quick access to metro Atlanta and car-free transportation to the stadium.