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The Stews and Her Majesty’s Request to Play at Decatur WatchFest ’26
DECATUR, March 19, 2026 – Mark your calendars and get ready for two more bands to hit the stage for Decatur WatchFest ‘26. As part of the City of Decatur’s 34-day celebration of FIFA World Cup 2026,™. The Stews will perform on June 15 and Her Majesty’s Request will perform on June 30. Both concerts are free and will take place on the newly renovated Decatur Square.
Originally from Atlanta, The Stews burst onto the stage at Auburn University in 2021. Their first album, “What Was” was released in April 2022. Known for their follow up record “Chicken Fight,” The Stews bring an upbeat vibe to indie and hard rock sounds. The band has sold out venues nationwide and has recently played at Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and Atlanta’s Sweetwater 420 Festival.
Hometown band, Her Majesty’s Request, debuted in 2018 at Oakhurst Porchfest. Known for their high-energy British Rock sound, the band brings a party vibe to the stage. From the Beatles to David Bowie and the Rolling Stones, the sound of a British invasion will be heard throughout Decatur.
These concerts are the latest in a series of Decatur WatchFest ‘26 concerts that will include additional big names as well as local and national artists throughout the 34 days of the FIFA World Cup 26™ tournament.
Concert timing and free ticket information can be found on Decatur WatchFest ‘26’s website and its social media pages including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.
Other Announced Decatur WatchFest ‘26 Concert Dates:
June 11, 2026 – Big Boi
June 25, 2026 – The War And Treaty
July 19, 2026 – Indigo Girls
Decatur WatchFest ‘26 musical acts are produced in partnership with Amplify My Community, which produces the annual Amplify Decatur Music Festival.
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Decatur WatchFest ‘26 Announces The War And Treaty Concert on June 25, 2026
Part of Decatur’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Festivities
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DECATUR, January 21, 2026 – Decatur WatchFest ‘26 today announced The War And Treaty will perform a free concert June 25th in advance of the United States match as part of the City of Decatur’s 34-day celebration of FIFA World Cup 2026™. The concert will take place on Decatur Square.
This is the latest in a series of Decatur WatchFest ‘26 concerts that will include additional big names as well as local and international artists throughout the 34 days of the FIFA World Cup 26™ tournament.
Concert timing and free ticket information will be announced on Decatur WatchFest ‘26’s website and its social media pages including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.
Founded in 2014 by the husband-and-wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, The War And Treaty has emerged as one of the most electrifying new acts in American music. They were nominated for the Best New Artist and Best American Roots Song at the 2024 GRAMMY Awards, and have also been nominated for Duo of the Year at the CMA Awards two years in a row and for Vocal Duo of the Year at the ACM Awards.
The band has won two Americana Music Awards (both for Duo/Group of the Year) and has received additional nominations and recognition from CMT Music Awards, Folk Alliance International, People’s Choice Country Awards, as well as from the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and the Grand Ole Opry.
Concert timing and free ticket information will be announced on the Decatur WatchFest ‘26 website and its social media pages including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.
Decatur WatchFest ‘26 musical acts are produced in partnership with Amplify My Community, which produces the annual Amplify Decatur Music Festival.
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Decatur WatchFest ‘26 Announces Indigo Girls Concert on July 19, 2026
Closing Concert for Decatur’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Festivities
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DECATUR, December 3, 2025 — Decatur WatchFest ‘26 today announced Decatur’s own Indigo Girls will close out the City’s 34 days of World Cup festivities with a free concert on Decatur Square, Sunday, July 19, 2026, the final day of FIFA World Cup 2026™ (June 11 – July 19, 2026).
“Playing in Decatur during the World Cup is one way of saying ‘thank you’ to the city that’s been a home to us for so many years,” said Emily Saliers and Amy Ray. “Over the decades, we’ve seen Decatur grow and we are so excited to be asked to be a part of the Decatur WatchFest celebration.”
This is the latest in a series of Decatur WatchFest ‘26 concerts that will include additional big names as well as local and international artists throughout the 34 days of the FIFA World Cup 26™ tournament.
Concert timing and free ticket information will be announced on the Decatur WatchFest ‘26 website and its social media pages including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.
Decatur WatchFest ‘26 musical acts are produced in partnership with Amplify My Community, which produces the annual Amplify Decatur Music Festival.
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Decatur WatchFest ‘26 Announces Big Boi As Headliner for Opening Concert on June 11, 2026
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DECATUR, October 23, 2025 — Decatur WatchFest ‘26 today announced Atlanta’s own Big Boi will kick off the festivities with a free concert on Decatur Square Thursday, June 11, 2026, the first day of FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches (June 11 – July 19, 2026).
Concert timing and additional details will be announced in January after the World Cup draw in December when teams and match times are decided.
“As an Atlantan and huge soccer fan, performing for Decatur WatchFest ‘26 to kick off our World Cup festivities is a great honor,” said Big Boi. “I’ve seen the energy the World Cup creates and I’m excited to get the party started for music and soccer fans in my backyard!”
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As 2026 approaches, it’s clear that it will be the biggest-ever year of soccer in Atlanta. The excitement is already building, and as Atlanta’s eastern neighbor, Decatur and its home-grown soccer fan base are preparing to welcome the world with WatchFest 26. Decatur, just 4.7 square miles and six miles east of Atlanta, will offer soccer fans an easy-access alternative venue to watch matches on giant screens on our square, or grab a seat at a nearby pub.
Want to know more about our story? Download our media kit for ongoing event press releases, image and video assets, and City of Decatur soccer stats.
