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

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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!

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Macon Pride

Celebrating 10 Years

CreekFest

90 Minutes to Make History

The World Cup

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Upcoming Events

Beginning Painting

Learn how to paint in acrylic in this 6-week class. You'll be introduced to foundational…

MAC: Mingle with Singles

The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is welcoming all singles, newcomers and anyone looking to…

Macon Bacon vs. Morehead City Marlins — Macon

Welcome to a classic Macon night out as Macon Bacon lights up Luther Williams Field…

Coal Country: A Documentary Play by Jessica Blank & Erik Jensen

Coal Country tells the true story of the Upper Big Branch mine disaster — the…

Classic Bingo Night

Grab a drink, mark your card and enjoy good vibes, great food and friendly competition-…

Crushed It: Opening Reception

Join Tanglewood Art Studios for the opening reception of Crushed It, a solo exhibition by…

Jun 5 — Jul 8

What We Grow Through: Art Showcase by Casie Trace

Join us for First Friday at The Rose Room for “What We Grow Through,” a…

“Embodiment”

The Macon Arts Alliance presents their June show, "Embodiment", featuring works by Courtenay Puckett!

Macon Bacon vs. Florence Flamingos — Macon

Welcome to a classic Macon night out as the Florence Flamingos take the field at…

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

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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…

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Swimming & Sweet Treats

When Georgia temperatures start rising, Macon offers plenty of ways to cool down — from lazy river days and splash-worthy adventures to handcrafted ice cream, milkshakes and frozen treats. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, weekend trip or afternoon escape, you can soak up the sun, satisfy your sweet tooth and recreate those classic childhood summers all in Macon, Georgia.

From Sidewalks to Soul

This self-guided walking tour through downtown Macon, Georgia connects historic streets, legendary music landmarks and some of the city’s best food. In just a few hours, you’ll start to feel what Macon is known for: soul, stories and Southern flavor.

Macon Pickleball: What’s the Big Dill?

Hear the sounds of paddles popping, shoes shuffling and rallies roaring as you explore the city. With record breaking facilities, Macon can *serve* your pickleball needs like nowhere else–rain or shine.

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