The Macon Kids Mix
Family fun is all around in Macon, Georgia! There are plenty of activities for everyone to stay busy anytime of the year. If your family enjoys being outdoors, eating sweet treats, going to museums, or catching the next big game, you are guaranteed to find something the whole family can enjoy!
Be sure to pick up your free copy of The Macon Kid’s Mix at the Downtown Visitors Center today! Inside you can find fun coloring pages, word searches, and plenty of inspiration for kids and familys to take advantage of all that Macon has to offer.
Explore the Outdoors
When the weather is nice and the sun is out, what better way to have family fun than to spend it outside?
If you’re wanting a quick, last minute activity, the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail is the perfect way to break up a long summer day.
Take a trip to the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, where kids can become a Junior Ranger and receive a special badge!
Other fun outdoor activities are walking around Amerson River Park, spending time at Lake Tobesofkee, or hiking through Wesleyan College’s Arboretum.
Snacks, Meals, and Treats
Whether your family is in need of a sweet treat, or a yummy meal to break up the day’s adventures, Macon has it all.
Head to Ingleside Village Pizza for a midday bite, and end the day with something cold and refreshing at Hello Boba Cafe, Sweet Eleanor’s, or Macon Water Ice. If you want to check an item off your Macon bucket list, tackle some spots on the Macon Bacon Trail and enjoy some unique local bites.
Indoor Adventures
A unique activity for the whole family is signing up for a session at Macon Rocks. With a wide variety of climbing options—including top rope, bouldering, auto belays, and lead routes—there’s something for every age and skill level.
Want another way to get active with everyone? Play some pickleball at the indoor pickleball courts at Rhythm and Rally! This might just be the perfect way to have some family fun, all while getting your blood pumping.
Rigby’s is the perfect place for activities like cosmic bowling, roller skating, laser tag, and arcade-playing. On top of all that, there’s a water park– which might just be the best way to cool off on an extra hot day. Places like Pin Strikes and Urban Air are also great ways to play together while staying cool and dry.
Wanting more of an educational-filled activity? The Museum of Aviation and Museum of Arts and Sciences offer an unmatched balance of fun and education. The Museum of Arts and Sciences is packed with hands-on experiences for curious kids, or the Museum of Aviation lets their imagination run wild with amazing exhibits.
Cheer on Macon!
For those who want a classic summer activity, a Macon Bacon baseball game is the perfect way to spend some time outside cheering on the local team! An evening at Luther Williams Field is bound to be a memorable experience for the whole family.
Likewise, the perfect winter activity is a Macon Mayhem game! Cheer on the local hockey team and enjoy fun activities to go along with each game.
A great indoor activity for sports-lovers is visiting the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame– America's largest state sports museum. Here, you and your family can explore and learn about artifacts like the old style ticket booths!
For the Music Lovers
Explore all of Macon’s musician history and connection to famous artists like Little Richard, Otis Redding, and the Allman Brothers Band. By the end of your music-themed day, the whole family will be busting a move!
Head to Capricorn Studios for a tour, piece of history, and even interactive ways to listen to some iconic tracks. The Otis Redding Center for the Arts offers classes, camps, and interactive creation stations for future musicians to let their creativity run wild!
Events Throughout the Year
The fun never stops– there are plenty of fun-filled events in Macon for the whole family throughout the entire year!
Head downtown for family-friendly fun for First Friday events every month– grab a bite to eat, explore Macon’s bustling downtown, and have fun with the whole family.
Looking forward to some activities during the winter months? Mark your calendars for November 1-2 when Disney on Ice will be at the Macon Coliseum! Get your tickets now, while pre-sale is going on, using the code PS2DPR.
When the Holidays roll around, Macon’s Christmas Light Extravaganza is a must-attend event. Everyone in the family will enjoy walking around downtown to admire the colorful light show, which is synchronized to selected songs. Bonus points if you take a carriage ride to see the lights!
The Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual event in Macon that has plenty of fun for the entire family. Pink food, driving Cherry Blossom Tours, and dog races are all activities that make the festival so fun!
Endless Possibilities for Fun
The activities don’t stop here and the fun continues all year long! We have the perfect way for you and your family to keep some inspiration nearby in the Macon Kid’s Mix. Pick up a copy at our Downtown Visitors Center, and let your kids express their Macon creativity with the engaging booklet filled with plenty of fun activities!
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