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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

Walk through history

Ocmulgee Mounds

Experience Macon’s Electrifying Nightlife

Dance the Night Away

Get ready for the bloom

International Cherry Blossom Festival

Upcoming Events

AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC EXPERIENCE

Join us to tour Macon's African American music heritage and history! From the iconic Otis…

Mercer Women’s Basketball vs Furman

Date: Thursday, January 22 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Macon, GA | Hawkins Arena TV: ESPN+

Bored Teachers: “Is It Friday Yet?!” Comedy Tour

They’ve graded the papers, survived the staff meetings, and lost their last ounce of patience……

Saddle up, swamp rockers. Four weeks. Twelve bands. ONE winner takes home $1,500! Bragg Jamuary…

Soul Sights Historic Van Driving Tour

Come see the sights that helped create this thing we call 'soul'. From architectural masterpieces…

Soul Sights Historic Van Driving Tour

Come see the sights that helped create this thing we call 'soul'. From architectural masterpieces…

African American Heritage Driving Tour

Learn about the rich history and culture of African-Americans in Macon and their successes against…

Free Birds & Night Owls Walking Tour

A 2-hour public “easy walking” music history tour that focuses on the downtown Macon commercial…

Macon Mayhem Game

Go down to the Coliseum to watch the Macon Mayhem play! Tickets available online or…

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MemorableExperiences

Things to Do

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

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Restand Relax

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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Watch Our Video Series

Explore Macon's dynamic music scene with in-depth features on our iconic venues and music-related attractions!

Emerge yourself into Macon's culinary world.

Macon is all about memories. Learn about all the moments you can experience on your next visit!

Discover attractions and trip ideas to add to your next "PlayList" for your visit to Macon!

Welcome to Macon Beyond. Fascinating investigative and storytelling videos, plus, a month’s glimpse through the veil of Macon’s haunts, history and… where legends may lurk.

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…

Tours & Trip Ideas

The Macon Blog

Out With the Old, In With the New

Nothing screams “fresh start” more than revamping your everyday space. Make the inside of your home match Macon’s distinctly charming, historic design. Find – or make – unique treasures to fill your space at any of these five hidden gems.

Macon’s 5 Hottest Healthy Habits to Try

Looking for simple ways to feel better, move more, and reset your routine? Macon is full of easy, feel-good ways to prioritize wellness — whether that means breaking a sweat, getting outdoors, or just finding a new space that makes you feel good.

New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve: a day to go all out on the glitz and glam as you celebrate the end of the year with a bang. Start preparing now for the big night by picking out your outfits- just make sure they’ve got plenty of glitter, sequins, sparkle and shine.

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