Macon, GA | Restaurants, Hotels, Festivals & Things to Do

Welcome to Macon, Georgia

Where Soul Lives

With its rich music history, stunning architecture, Southern charm and a diverse culinary scene, Macon, Georgia is "Where Soul Lives." Find live music seven nights a week or save-the-date for our signature annual events. Plan what to do on your Macon visit today!

Street Shot of Mercer Music at Capricorn Sound Studios & Museum

Capricorn Sound Studios & Museum

Capricorn Sound Studios & Museum

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Things to Do

Discover culinary delights, rich architecture, outdoor marvels, and a lively night scene.

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Where to Stay

Macon has an array of places to choose from - making the destination an easy choice for a stay that focuses just on the FUN! From more than 5,000 hotel rooms, charming…

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The Sounds of Macon

Music

Learn more about Macon's music heritage and its soul-filled future! Visit museums that honor music legends, visit historic sites that inspired the most well-known songs in American music, catch a live jam…

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Experience time-honored traditions and dishes at local establishments like H&H or dive into Southern seafood…

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Visiting Macon can be an easy weekend getaway or a special trip that inspires your…

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Tours & Trip Ideas

Let our Macon curated tour experiences help you plan your itinerary and shape your visitor…

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Upcoming Events

Favorite Things Exhibit

Favorite Things is an exhibit of artwork for $100 and under by local artists. It…

Pottery Wheel Date Night

Get a taste of making something on the pottery wheel in this fun workshop.

Dec 21 — Jan 1, 2025

38th Annual Festival of Trees Exhibition

The celebration begins with champagne, decadent food, and festive traditions! Enjoy this year's exhibition of…

Wini McQueen & Friends Artist Gift Market

Wini McQueen and friends invite you to join us for our Artist Gift Market, just…

Dec 21 — Dec 29

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory the Musical

The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a…

FEEL GOOD FRIDAYS @ JBA Macon

Every Friday we are serving up the good feeling!Good Drinks and Good Music All Night…

Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl After Party

The Hummingbird Stage & Taproom is proud to present the Bar Crawl USA “Ugly Sweater…

Kool-Aid & Canvas

At Kool-Aid & Canvas, an artist takes children age 6-12 step-by-step through the process of…

Make Music Winter Downtown Macon Pop-up “Tambourines To Glory” Holiday Giveaway Parade

Make Music Winter will 'Deck The Halls' in giving out free tambourines to parade around…

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Holiday Planning Guide to Lights, Music, Macon

Plan new holiday traditions in Macon as over one million lights will twinkly at this year's Candy Cane Lane and Christmas Light Extravaganza Light displays.

The Best Proposal Spots in Macon

Love is in the air and if you're thinking about popping the question, Macon has some beautiful spots that will make your proposal an unforgettable experience.

Celebrate Fall Weather With A Hike In Macon, GA

Soon the leaves in Macon will begin turning beautiful shades of burgundy and yellow. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking for a casual stroll, the beauty of Macon will leave you in awe and provide a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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