Events in Macon, GA

This annual fundraiser and market supports Jay's Hope. It combines opportunities to give with a market experience.

Explore a community farmers market featuring growers, bakers, and makers from across middle Georgia. Browse sourdough loaves, shrimp, beef, lamb, pork, seasonal produce, fresh juices, local honey, freshly cut flowers, and sweet treats. The market is held rain or shine, offering a reliable stop for local foods and handcrafted goods.

Chapter 104 is organizing a ride at Harley-Davidson of Macon to support Israel, who is awaiting a liver transplant and is on the transplant list. The goal is to help with financial needs during this period. Rider registration is $20, and passenger registration is $10.

Presented by Forsyth Main Street, this fall celebration blends a festive atmosphere with a community yard sale. Savor seasonal flavors from a lineup of food trucks. Kids can explore a lively activity area filled with interactive games. Browse for unique treasures and handcrafted items that can refresh autumn décor or serve as thoughtful gifts. Enjoy a friendly, family focused day of festive fun.

This community walk highlights awareness of alopecia. Parker’s team will be participating, and it takes place at Sandy Run.

Mornings get a boost with unlimited mimosas or Bloody Marys served with your pick of brunch favorites, including French toast, a savory croissant, and more. The price is $45 per person.

Enjoy a creative, hands-on glassblowing session at stARTup Studios focused on crafting a unique glass pumpkin. Participants learn foundational techniques, select their own colors, and use optic molds to shape the piece. All experience levels are welcome. Finished work needs to cool overnight to prevent damage, and it will be ready for pickup the next business day.

A free monthly yoga session that brings the community together. Suitable for beginners and designed as a welcoming introduction to yoga.

Bulldogs hosts a relaxed Monthly Cruise-In that puts a special focus on Jeeps and trucks this month while remaining open to all vehicles. Any year, make, or model is accepted, as long as it rolls. Attendees can expect an easygoing, adult-focused setting among local car enthusiasts.

A full moon gathering centered on letting go, contemplation, and renewal. Guided meditation, reflective practices, and a simple fire ritual create a supportive space to acknowledge what feels heavy, release it, and welcome what is ready to emerge. The experience is planned outdoors around a fire pit. A limited number of chairs will be available, and participants may bring a chair and any items that help them feel cozy and comfortable. The event cost is $25, and an RSVP is requested to reserve a spot.

NYTEBYRD takes the stage for a live performance filled with great music.

The pumpkin patch is opening with hundreds of Skipper Farm grown pumpkins available in a wide range of colors and sizes. Look for more fall events to be announced soon.

A hands-on sandwich-making session takes place at Temple Beth Israel, preparing food to stock community fridges across middle Georgia. Participants are invited to contribute supplies as they are able, including bread, cheese, meats other than pork, mayonnaise, mustard, peanut butter, jelly, sandwich bags, permanent markers, and gloves. This effort focuses on creating ready-to-eat options that support neighbors throughout the area.

Settle into stillness as crystal singing bowls and other healing tones fill the space. This relaxing session helps quiet the mind, ease stress, and support energetic balance. No movement is required. Simply rest comfortably, breathe at a natural pace, and let the sound wash over you. Open to everyone. Offered on Sundays, except for the fifth Sunday.

726 Acoustics returns to Wild Wing Cafe Macon for a live show featuring music from 90s country through today’s hits. Expect a set that flows from nostalgic favorites to current hits.

Attendees will find more than 30 arts and craft vendors, a variety of food trucks, and a kids' corner for younger guests.

At stARTup Studios in Macon, the Macon Market celebrates small businesses, creativity, and community in a welcoming indoor setting. The studio becomes a lively, climate controlled marketplace with curated vendor booths and fresh finds each time. Explore art and handmade pieces, boutique clothing and accessories, antiques and vintage treasures, jewelry, skincare and candles, body care, home decor and gifts, specialty goods, local food items, and seasonal plants. Offerings span modern designs, small batch products, and distinctive collectibles, all under one roof, rain or shine. Taking place the first weekend of each month, this gathering connects makers, collectors, shoppers, and supporters of local businesses in Macon’s creative hub. Vendor participation is open for those interested.

Celebrate pets who were adopted or born this month with a friendly gathering for all types of pets. Attendees can look forward to gifts, coupons, photos, and more. The festivities take place by the side of the training ring near the litter boxes and the litter wall.

Forsyth’s Main Street Concert Series fills Courthouse Square with live music from a mix of skilled performers in the heart of downtown. Food from local restaurants and food trucks is available nearby, making it easy to enjoy a meal while taking in the show. This special fall concert caps the season with an evening of live music in downtown Forsyth.

Classic storytelling and virtuosic dance come together as The United European Ballet Company brings Cinderella to The Piedmont Grand Opera House. Set to Sergei Prokofiev’s expressive score, an international cast animates the tale with graceful movement and clear, emotive narrative. Hand-painted scenery and finely crafted costumes by European artists create a shimmering fairytale world, from the splendor of the royal ball to a joyful conclusion. With a colorful Broadway-style spirit that mixes charm, humor, and heart, this family-friendly production welcomes children and adults alike. The performance is presented by Classical Arts Entertainment and unfolds as a two-act ballet with one intermission.

A Taste for Justice serves as Middle Georgia Justice’s signature annual fundraiser, uniting the community to sustain free civil legal services throughout Middle Georgia. Set at Historic Luther Williams Field in Macon, the gathering welcomes community leaders, legal professionals, businesses, and supporters for an evening centered on connection and meaningful support. Attendees can enjoy food and beverages available from the venue, along with live music that complements a relaxed, family-friendly setting. The event blends celebration with charitable giving to advance access to justice.

The Methodist Home presents the 14th Annual Evening of Hope, a donation based fundraising dinner featuring guest speaker Dale Murphy, the former Atlanta Braves star and MLB legend. Murphy earned Most Valuable Player honors in consecutive seasons, spent much of his 20 year career in Atlanta, and later played for Philadelphia and Colorado. His achievements include seven National League All-Star selections with five starts, five straight Gold Gloves, and four Silver Sluggers. Business attire is requested. The evening takes place at The Methodist Home’s Rumford Center in Macon. For sponsorship opportunities or additional details, contact JoAnn Roberts at 478-751-2800 or JoAnn.Roberts@themethodisthome.org.

MAS partners with the Fractal Foundation from Albuquerque, New Mexico to present art-and-science shows in the planetarium that carry audiences through animated fractal worlds. These endlessly self-repeating patterns unfold at many scales, enhanced by sweeping flight movements and vivid color transitions. Live presenters share insights into the mathematics behind fractals found in nature, from the growth of tiny plants to the shapes of galaxies. Two distinct sessions are planned. One is designed for families and explores what fractals are and where they appear. The other, titled Fractals Rock, delivers a more experiential presentation.

This Women Build initiative highlights the strength, skill, and dedication of women working together to create affordable housing and brighter futures. Organizers are seeking teams, sponsors, and contributions for volunteer swag bags, with opportunities for hands-on building, behind-the-scenes support, and spreading the word so there is a role for everyone. Options include forming a team with friends, coworkers, or a community group, becoming a sponsor to help make a lasting impact in Houston County, and donating items for the swag bags volunteers will take home. The mission goes beyond raising walls... it fosters hope for the community.

Marion Road Gun Club hosts a two-day Project Appleseed rifle clinic conducted on a 25 meter line. Participants may use either centerfire or .22 rimfire rifles. Upon arrival, keep all firearms secured in vehicles and wait until after the safety briefing and explicit instruction before bringing anything to the firing line. Only lawful firearms are permitted. Because the range is centerfire friendly, rifle cartridges are limited to 8 mm, and pistols or pistol caliber carbines are limited to .45 caliber. A range fee of $10 applies per person for the event, with no fee for children, military, or those with physical disabilities. Subject to state and local laws, instructors at the event may have discounted .22 ammunition available. Plan for a working lunch and bring food, or use quick nearby options such as Friendly Gus, McDonald’s, and Subway. There is no camping at the range; nearby choices include Dames Ferry Park and Lake Tobesofkee in Claystone State Park, and area hotels are available, including Country Inn & Suites and others near I-75 Exit 169. Alcohol is not allowed. Attendees are responsible for understanding and following all applicable state and federal firearms laws. Parents bringing youth participants should review the Message to Parents in advance.

A bigger venue and weirder art set the tone for the biggest market of the year, featuring 40+ vendors at Rigbys conference center in Warner Robins.

Celebrate fourteen years of line dance with Tiffaney Reid and the TrTruSteppers at Overtyme Bar & Grill. This daytime party highlights line dancing with TrailRider style, with music by DJ Smooth Garfield Walker and hosting by Quateka Jenrette, also known as QUE. Advance tickets are $20 and tickets at the door are $25. Additional special guests and groups will be announced. For details, call 478-960-5257.

Daniel Tosh brings his My First Farewell Tour to Macon City Auditorium for an evening of edgy stand-up. Entry is mobile-only, and saving tickets to Apple Wallet or Google Pay can help speed up scanning. Tickets can also be displayed in the Ticketmaster app, and screenshots are not accepted due to a new barcode security feature. Ticketmaster is the verified ticketing provider for Macon Centreplex venues, and the Macon Centreplex is not responsible for tickets bought through third-party sites, so use caution with unauthorized sellers. There is no elevator access to the balcony in the 200 sections, and guests who need accessible seating should choose floor seats in the 100 sections. A mobile ticket is required and a clear bag policy is enforced.

Gavin Adcock brings The Day I Hang It Up Tour 2026 to Atrium Health Amphitheater. The show will take place rain or shine. Entry requires a mobile ticket, and the venue enforces a clear bag rule as part of its commitment to guest safety. Lawn chairs are not allowed. For full details on venue policies and procedures, please review the venue’s guidelines in advance.

At the Macon Marriott Center Hotel in Macon, Georgia, a celebration that runs across two days and nights spotlights all things paranormal. The program brings together cryptid topics, UFO enthusiasts, and psychics, along with ghost hunts, ghost tours, panel discussions, and appearances by special guests. A marketplace features vendors, authors, artists, and oddities.

Reconciled Bikers Motorcycle Ministries presents its annual Loved Ones Lost Too Soon Forget Me Not Ride, honoring Thomas Clinton Roberts, TC Roberts, and Jonathon Shumate. Registration takes place at Macon Harley Davidson, and the ride concludes at Sidecars by Shorty. Registration costs $25 per bike and $10 per passenger. Lunch and dessert are included with proper registration, or available for $10 if not. Door prizes will be available, with tickets priced at $1 each or 25 for $20. Payments are accepted in cash and through Cash App only. For more information, text or call Shorty Smith at 478-233-1579 or Dawn Smith at 478-456-4944.

This National Adoption Week event features opportunities to meet adoptable pets and consider welcoming a new family member. Animals available include dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles, and aquatic life.

Presented by Macon Arts Alliance, this annual celebration honors the people, groups, and companies that enrich Central Georgia’s cultural landscape through creative contributions and philanthropy. The event includes a reception followed by the presentation of award recipients. Community nominations, including self-nominations, are welcome, and honorees are chosen by an independent group of local leaders.

Macon Pops brings a centennial salute to Tony Bennett to the historic Macon City Auditorium. This concert honors his life, music, and lasting influence with jazz standards, classics from the Great American Songbook, and other memorable selections spanning generations. The evening offers an elegant, nostalgic atmosphere filled with timeless melodies that reflect the qualities that defined his sound and appeal. Ticket information will be announced soon.

In Macon, this Ready to Launch youth entrepreneurship bootcamp introduces children ages 6 and up to the essentials of starting a business by drawing on their own interests and talents. Participants develop business concepts, create simple products or services, and build critical thinking skills. The program emphasizes early entrepreneurial education that is especially valuable today, aiming to move beyond the familiar struggle many face later in school by building practical know-how sooner.

The Macon-Bibb Hispanic Festival makes its return with a downtown celebration featuring culture, food, music, and community throughout the day.

An irreverent, high-energy musical comedy tracks five friends through a night of shared memories, present-day celebrations, and hopeful plans for the future. After a standout Off-Broadway launch, it has toured North America, winning over audiences with a heartfelt blend of honesty and humor. The score leans on crowd-pleasing chart toppers from the 80s and 90s, and it regularly sparks singalongs and dancing in the seats. Featured hits include Lady Marmalade, It’s Raining Men, Man I Feel Like A Woman, I Will Survive, We Are Family, and more. Reviewers have applauded its big personality and contagious buzz, often likening it to a mashup of Desperate Housewives and Mamma Mia. It is a lively salute to friendship, laughter, and the anthems that bring people together.

Jeremy Would Let Me Drown takes the stage at Society Garden in Macon to mark the 35th anniversary of Pearl Jam’s debut album, Ten, performing the record start to finish, then following with a set of hits from Alice in Chains and Soundgarden. Tickets available this fall.

At Macon Coliseum, Disney On Ice celebrates family with a heartfelt skating story hosted by Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy. The journey glides through wintry Arendelle with Anna and Elsa, honoring the warmth of sisterhood, then bursts into the colorful world of Encanto as Mirabel and the Madrigal family fill the rink with music and joy. Stitch adds playful antics for extra laughs along the way. Expect dazzling skating, familiar songs, and moments that spotlight love and togetherness. Costumes are not permitted for guests ages 14 and up.

Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum hosts an evening featuring singer songwriter Mike Kinnebrew alongside genre-blending songwriter Michelle Malone. Kinnebrew built his craft as a way to channel emotion, then found momentum connecting with audiences in person. Drawing on touchstones like Tom Petty, Jackson Browne, the Indigo Girls, and James Taylor, he pairs a soulful, indie-leaning folk and Americana sound with candid, impactful lyrics. His audience has expanded across borders, and after a studio-focused stretch in 2024 he is set for a busy year of new music and performances in 2026 across the United States and the United Kingdom. Malone brings a fiercely independent spirit, writing that cuts straight to the heart, and vocals that balance raw power with tenderness. A cornerstone of Georgia’s music community, her influence reaches artists such as John Mayer and Jennifer Nettles. She has toured with the Indigo Girls over many years and has performed with Gregg Allman, Chuck Leavell of the Rolling Stones, Jackson Browne, Johnny Winter, the Atlanta Symphony, and the Atlanta Pops Orchestra. Now marking four decades of solo work in 2026, she is often praised for both her guitar fire and lyrical depth, and her concerts are known for authenticity and high energy. Her latest album, Southern Comfort, is a guitar-forward collaboration that includes contributions from Dean Dillon, Buddy Miller, Rick Richards of the Georgia Satellites, Will Kimbrough, Charlie Starr and Paul Jackson of Blackberry Smoke, and Randall Bramblett. The release earned 4 out of 5 stars from American Songwriter and was named among the year’s top five by Lee Valentine of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family brings beloved stories to the rink at Macon Coliseum. Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy open the adventure and lead the way through two heartfelt worlds. Travel to snowy Arendelle with Anna and Elsa as the strength of sisterhood shines on the ice. Then the tale of Encanto bursts to life with Mirabel and the Familia Madrigal, filling the arena with music, movement, and vibrant color. Stitch drops in with a dash of playful mischief for extra laughs. Costumes are not permitted for guests 14 years and older.

At Macon Coliseum, Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family brings beloved stories to the ice with a warm welcome from Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy. The show travels from the wintry beauty of Arendelle, where Anna and Elsa share a tale of sisterly love, to the colorful world of Encanto, as Mirabel and the Madrigal family fill the arena with music and dance. Stitch drops in with playful mischief, adding extra laughs to the celebration. This production blends familiar characters, vibrant scenes, and memorable musical moments that highlight the heart of family. Please note that costumes are not permitted for guests 14 years and older.

At South Bibb Recreation Center, competitors test their skills in a submission-only jiu-jitsu event with Gi and NoGi divisions for kids, teens, and adults across all belt levels. The format emphasizes clear finishes with no points and no reliance on referee decisions... matches continue until a tap. Pre-registered competitors receive a free rashguard, and there is a second match guarantee. The focus is on honoring the art and showcasing genuine finishing skill.

Experience a glamorous, roaring twenties themed evening at the 2nd Annual Casino Night at The Great Gatsby Fundraiser Gala by Genesis Joy House. Gatsby-inspired attire is encouraged, and the night features entertainment and casino-style fun that supports a meaningful mission. Proceeds help provide safe, stable housing for homeless female veterans and their children, along with comprehensive supportive services and resources that empower them to heal, rebuild, and thrive. Individual tickets are $75 per person. Sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals and businesses, including Diamond (Jay Gatsby) at $7,500, Blue Sapphire at $5,000 with three available, Platinum at $3,000 with five available, and Gold at $1,500 with eight available. For information or ticket assistance, contact 478-236-2207 or genesisjoyhouse@gmail.com.

The current cast of the Emmy-nominated television series Whose Line Is It Anyway? brings the live improv tour Whose Live Anyway? to Macon City Auditorium. All tickets are mobile only. Add them to Apple Wallet or Google Pay for faster entry, or access them in the Ticketmaster app. Ticketmaster is the official ticketing provider for Macon Centreplex venues, and the venue is not responsible for tickets bought through third-party sellers, so please use caution with unauthorized sources. The balcony in the 200 sections has no elevator access. For accessible seating, choose floor locations in the 100 sections. A clear bag policy will be enforced.

The first of two festive evenings features holiday activities such as carolers, magic shows, corn dogs, hot cocoa, and more. Compared to last year, the celebration is even larger, and admission is $10 per car.

Explore personal storytelling with Andy Offutt Irwin in a workshop that takes the LIA approach, where creative invention is part of the craft and a compelling tale can outrun strict facts. Participants are welcome to shape ghost stories, tall tales, personal narratives, or playful fabrications into engaging stories. It is geared to anyone who talks with people a lot, including teachers, salespeople, and preachers, and no advance preparation is required. The workshop also includes a public performance in the arboretum at Wesleyan College. Registration is $180 per person, and enrollment is capped at 16 participants.

HOPE Events LLC presents HOPE 4 Recovery at the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia, a benefit that blends Christian hip hop with professional wrestling. The lineup features music by Kenny Jenkins and Steve Da Christian, plus in ring action from the stars of HOPE Championship Wrestling, including HOPE Wrestling Champion Archer Harrison, CJ Gallows, Eddie Honcho, Hunter Young, Logan Stephens, Tyreke, Gabe Norton, TW James, Lucky Larry Lawson, and more. Admission is free, and optional donations will support the HOPE Wrestling mission trip to Honduras in 2027. Please bring your own chair, and plan for concessions offered by the Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia. For more information, call 678-588-0508.

A two-day celebration focused on lifting your Christmas spirit. Admission is $10 per car.

This event offers a night of country music as the performers return to The Den.

Runners can grab their race packets or take care of last-minute registration for the Macon Music Half Marathon at the entrance to Luther Williams Field.

Browse the farm to find your ideal Christmas tree. With hundreds of beautiful trees available, there is plenty to choose from.

Macon Pops presents a live holiday concert in Downtown Macon, timed to the Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza. This annual celebration has grown into a tradition across Middle Georgia, blending festive music with a brilliant display of lights. Guests are welcome to bring blankets or lawn chairs to relax and enjoy the performance, then wander the downtown streets afterward to take in the continuing light show. Admission is free, thanks to the support of sponsors, donors, and friends who help keep great music available to the community.

Meet Santa and let him know if you have been naughty or nice. Bring your wish list to share, then enjoy a story read by Mrs. Clause. A returning photographer will be on hand to capture your smiles.