Your Spooky Guide to Halloween in Macon, GA
Whether you are looking for tales of things that go-bump in the night, or family-friendly activities, here is your guide to how to a scary-good Halloween in Macon, Georgia!
This year over forty spooky events of all scare levels are happening during the month of October. Find out event times and more by clicking below.
Famous Haunts in Macon
Macon is said to be a pretty haunted place, full of eerie stories and folklore chilling enough for even the biggest paranormal enthusiast, making it the perfect place to spend the spookiest time of the year! Travel through our historic streets learning of the spooky tales and happy haunts that call Macon home.
The Grand Opera House
The stunning Grand Opera House has been a premiere performance venue in Macon for more than 100 years.
Originally built as the Academy of Music in 1884, the Grand has hosted artists like Charlie Chaplin, Hank Williams, Ray Charles and Tony Bennett. The great illusionist Harry Houdini performed here during the height of his career, cutting nine trap doors in the floor of the stage. One of which remains today!
However, like many performance venues, it is said that the Grand has it's very own "Phantom of the Opera."
One said spirit is the ghost of Randall Widner, a former director, was found dead in the Grand in 1971. A cast member captured a picture of what seems to be a clouded figure on a staircase feet away from where Randall died, this, along with flickering lights and other unexplained happenings in the theater, make many believe Randall still roams the aisles. The other residential apparition is a ghostly lady in white, whose soprano vocals can be heard echoing through the halls of the venue.
The Hay House
There is a reason the Hay House has earned a spot on Architectural Digest’s “13 Most Beautiful Haunted Destinations Around the World”
Constructed in 1859, the Hay House’s grandeur and remarkable Italian Renaissance Revival architectural style earned the moniker “Palace of the South”. But its allure extends beyond its charming facade. This historic residence offered a level of luxury that was far ahead of its time. It boasted amenities such as hot and cold running water, central heating, gas lighting, a speaker-tube system, an in-house kitchen, and an elaborate ventilation system. While the Hay House surprises visitors with its stunning interiors, marvelous architecture and innovation, it’s also known for its eerie tales and ghostly encounters. Visitors have recounted spine-tingling experiences within its walls, including sightings of an elderly woman dressed in mid-1800s attire wandering through the hallways. Reports include chilling encounters with cold spots, mysterious footsteps, and doors that seem to slam of their own accord. Some claim to have felt a presence breathing over their shoulders or heard eerie moans emanating from the master bedroom. Incredibly, there are even claims of witnessing the apparition of the home’s former owner, Mary-Ellen Felton, rummaging through a chest of drawers.
Macon's two century history means that the stories to be told are endless. If you are looking to learn more, check out these hair-raising tours that dive deep into Macon's spookiest legends & lore – Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
If you are traveling with kids, or maybe you are looking for a scene that's a little more lively, Macon has a full calendar for unique Halloween fun! From special showings of Classic Halloween favorites, family-friendly trick-or-treating, to themed bar crawls full of BOOs and brews, there is something for everyone.
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