June marks the beginning of African American Music Appreciation month, originally proclaimed Black Music Month by President Jimmy Carter on June 7, 1979 and later given its’ current name by former President Barack Obama in his 2016 proclamation. Macon is excited to celebrate and participate in such a strong musical heritage the entire month of June! Here are some things to do…
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Cinco de Mayo is almost here! On Sat., May 5, celebrate all day long with margaritas, tacos, live music, & so much more. Here's 5 ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Macon…
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Macon has earned the nickname, “The Festival Capital of Georgia” and for good reasons. This Southern city’s events scene begins to bloom each spring, along with its 350,000 Yoshino cherry trees—it’s the cherry blossom capital of the world— and the fun continues all year long…
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THE INTERNATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL 2020 IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE ESCALATION OF THE SITUATION…
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Every year we make the same resolutions, but this year we’re actually doing them. Really. We are. No excuses. And we’re doing them in Macon…
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The people, the stories, and the history are what make Macon such a special place. Each year, Riverside Cemetery comes alive as actors put a human face on history for hundreds of visitors who enjoy seeing actors in costume at graveside bring history to life…
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Sonny Ledford has a story to tell, and you’re going to want to visit Macon to hear it…
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September is one of our favorite months of the year. The weather begins to cool off. Football starts. And in Macon, one of our biggest events of the year happens…
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Planning a vacation isn't always easy. Whether you want a foodie, historic, or music-focused vacation, Macon has it all. Start making plans for you next your vacation & discover why Macon is "Where Soul Lives."…
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Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19 and what better way to celebrate dad than a day out in Macon? Here…
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