4-29-2025 5:34pm

Adventures in the Heart of Georgia: Things to Do this Week in Macon and Greater Middle Georgia

Nate Weeks Editor

Experimental rock band Giant DeNiro performed at the Spring Artists Market at Triangle Arts Macon this past weekend (Photographer Nate Weeks)

Adventurous people can learn to ride a bike in urban environments, celebrate Star Wars with trivia or a special yoga class, hear the funky sounds of bands like Mother's Finest, and much more this week in the heart of Georgia. The following are just a few of the unique things you can choose to do this week in large cities like Macon and in small cities like Talbotton.

TUESDAY, April 29th

Urban Confidence Intermediate Bicycling Course at Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center (6-8 p.m.)

Bike Walk Macon will offer a free intermediate bicycling course for adults (18+) at the Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center on Tuesday. This class will last 2 hours and meet in the center’s parking lot. Helmets are required to participate in this class. Bike Walk Macon will have a limited supply of bicycles for use by attendees. Pre-registration is recommended at this link.

> Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center: 120 Willie Smokie Glover Drive, Macon

MUSIC: Dead Day Celebrations: Bear Bash at Overlook (8-11 p.m.) and Dead Day featuring DJ Carlos at The Hummingbird (9:30 p.m.-1 a.m.)

College students will be celebrating Dead Day on Tuesday at the newest event venue in Downtown Macon, The Overlook on First, and the bar/music venue The Hummingbird. Dead Day is basically an academic prep day where most of the time there are no finals or classes. The Bear Bash at The Overlook will feature live music from the rock band Ashes, drink specials, photo opportunities, and a Just Tap’d sponsored “Bear Hunt.” The Hummingbird will celebrate Dead Day with live entertainment from DJ Carlos and drink specials. There will be a cover charge of $5 at the door (except for Mercer students with their student ID) for this 21 and up event.

> The Overlook on First: 484 1st Street; The Hummingbird Stage & Taproom: 430 Cherry Street, Macon

WEDNESDAY, April 30th

Family Fun Night with PBS Kids at Shurling Library (4:30 p.m.)

This family-friendly event will include activities and crafts based off of the popular animated series “Work It Out Wombats”. Family Fun Night is free to attend.

> Shurling Library: 1769 Shurling Drive, Macon

MUSIC: Music Bingo at The Patio at Rigby’s in Warner Robins (7:30-9:30 p.m.)

Every Wednesday, OutLoud Entertainment and OutLoud Jeff present an evening of Music Bingo at The Patio at Rigby’s.

> The Patio at Rigby's: 2001 Karl Drive, Warner Robins

THURSDAY, May 1st

Star Wars Night at The Hummingbird (8:30-11:30 p.m.)

Talk Nerdy To Me will celebrate 8 years of presenting Adult Star Wars Trivia and Cosplay in Downtown Macon at The Hummingbird on Thursday. This unique trivia event will include a costume contest and a special prize for the patron with the sexiest Star Wars-inspired costume.

> The Hummingbird & Taproom: 430 Cherry Street, Macon

FRIDAY, May 2nd

May First Friday in Downtown Macon (5-9 p.m.)

May’s First Friday will include lots of art exhibit openings, live music, and people walking around downtown and enjoying Macon’s nightlife. The following are a few of the events scheduled for this Friday:

- Gallery West will have an opening reception with complimentary light hors d’oeuvres and drinks for an exhibit featuring the fascinating artwork of local painter and artist Queso. (5-9 p.m.)

- Green Light Gallery will present an exhibit called "Transitions" made up of mixed media works by the talented artist Micah Goguen. (5-8 p.m.)

- McEachern Art Center will be celebrating the release of its 2025-2026 Exhibition Season with a local artist pop-up show. (7-9 p.m.)

- Artspace Macon will be leading a walking tour of art galleries located in Downtown Macon that will include a chance to meet with artists like Rhonda "Sunshine" Miller and her exhibit "Poker Face" at the 567 Center for Renewal from 5. to 8 p.m. Tour attendees will also visit Good Medicine’s May Flowers, a family-friendly event that includes a silent disco and dance party, live DJs, flow arts jam, and yoga in Third Street Park. . Tickets for the approximately 1.5 mile walk cost $10 on Artspace Macon’s website.

- The Ashes will be performing rock and roll music at The Hummingbird starting at 9:30 p.m. and there will be a $5 cover charge at the door.

And there will be plenty of other special events, quality restaurants to try out, and more to enjoy during Downtown Macon's May First Friday.

> Downtown Macon

MUSIC: Milledgeville’s Hometown Celebration with Alex Stone and the Tuesday Hangovers and the Nu South Playaz (5-11 p.m.)

The City of Milledgeville will celebrate a Hometown Celebration on Friday night that will include live student performances, local vendors, food and drinks, activities for kids, giveaways, and live music. Alex Stone and the Tuesday Hangovers will play from 5 to 7 p.m. and Nu South Playaz will play from 9 to 11 p.m. This family-friendly event is free to attend.

> Downtown Milledgeville: 100 West Hancock Street, Milledgeville

MUSIC: Laura & The Dale Rivers at Kudzu Seafood Company (7-10 p.m.)

Laura & The Dale Rivers will be performing on the rooftop of the Kudzu Seafood Company on Friday night. The band describes its music as “a soulful blend of funk and southern charm that will transport you back to the Good Ole Days.”

> Kudzu Seafood Company: 512 Poplar Street, Macon

MUSIC: Shakey Graves at The Capitol Theatre (8 p.m.)

Moonhanger Presents the a show celebrating the 10th Anniversary of “And The War Came” from Shakey Graves with special guest Ruby Waters, performing live at Capitol Theatre on Friday. Shakey Graves plays music that combines “blues, folk, country, and rock and roll” while Ruby Waters is a singer/songwriter whose music is described as folk, rock, and indie pop. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $51.03 plus fees online at this link.

> The Capitol Theatre: 382 2nd Street, Macon

The music video for Shakey Graves song "Late July"

MUSIC: Mothers Finest at The Society Garden (8-10 p.m.)

Funk band Mother’s Finest will be performing on Ingleside Avenue this Friday night at the groovy Society Garden. The Atlanta band formed in 1970 and had some relatively popular hits with songs like “Fire”, “Baby Love”, and “Don’t Wanna Come Back”. Tickets to get funky with Mother’s Finest start at $30 (plus fees) on eventbrite.com.

> The Society Garden: 512 Poplar Street, Macon

SATURDAY, May 3rd

Dinko de Mayo Pickleball Tournament at Tattnall Square Park (5/3-5/4) (8 a.m.-8 p.m.)

The Dinko de Mayo Pickleball Tournament from Southern Pickleball will take place on the 26 dedicated pickleball courts at Tattnall Square Park. The schedule starts on Saturday with Mens and Women’s doubles and continues on Sunday, May 4th with Mixed Doubles. Skills levels include 2 through 4.5+.

> Tattnall Square Park: 1155 College Street, Macon

16th Annual All About Animals Rescue Run/Walk (8 a.m.)

The All About Animals Rescue Run/Walk includes a 1-mile run/walk, a 5k, and a quarter marathon. All proceeds from this annual event help the rescue take care of animals in need. Registration costs $30 for the 1-mile fun run/walk, $35 for the 5k, and $40 for the quarter marathon.

> Mount Zion Baptist Church: 7015 Rivoli Road, Macon

Smoke Stack Farmer’s Market at Payne Mill Antique Mall (9 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Payne Mill Antique Mall allows local vendors to sell antiques, collectibles, and furniture, but it is also the site of the brand new Smoke Stack Farmer’s Market this Saturday. Almost 20 vendors with everything from cold shrimp, sweet honey, and much more will be at this farmer’s market.

> Payne Mill Antique Mall: 342 Rose Avenue, Macon

5th Annual Macon Mimosa Festival at The Society Garden (5/3-5/4) (12-5 p.m.)

The Macon Mimosa Festival returns to The Society Garden on Saturday and Sunday with live music, six flavors of mimosa, and a party atmosphere. General admission tickets to the 5th Annual Macon Mimosa Festival cost $10, and bottomless mimosa tickets cost $30 (with fees) on eventbrite.com.

> The Society Garden: 2389 Ingleside Avenue, Macon

MUSIC: 5th Annual Historic Zion Church Blues Festival in Talbotton (3 p.m.)

Enjoy a day of blues music at the historic Zion Church in Talbotton during the 5th annual Historic Zion Church Blues Festival. There will be live music performances from Macon’s own Cash’s Juke Joint as well as Carolina Slim, Mandi and the Major 7’s, Memphis’ Own Yella P, Terry Harmonica Bean, and Lloyd Buchanan. General admission tickets cost $20 or $15 with a group of three or more, tickets for service members cost $18, and kids 12 and under get in free.

> Zion Church: 0 Jackson Avenue, Talbotton

MUSIC: Don’t Shoot The Messenger with Clockwise, Joythief, Endera, and Everything You Fear at JBA (6 p.m.)

If heavy metal poisoning was possible through the sound of heavy metal music, this show at JBA on Saturday would be very dangerous to attend. This music concert from Imperium Concerts is for audiences 18 and older and features performances from Don't Shoot The Messenger, Clockwise, Joythief, Endera, and Everything You Fear. General admission tickets cost $15 online at this link.

> JBA: 425 Cherry Street, Macon

MUSIC: Frank Hurricane at Fresh Produce Records (9 p.m.)

The one and only musician and storyteller Frank Hurricane will perform at Fresh Produce Records this Saturday. There will be a $10 cover for this unique music event.

> Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church: 859 1st Street, Macon

MUSIC: DJ Steel at The Hummingbird (9:30 p.m.-1 a.m.)

DJ Steel can often be found getting crowds hyped up in Downtown Macon at locations like Late Nite, JBA, and The Hummingbird. There will be a $5 cover for this show.

> The Hummingbird: 430 Cherry Street, Macon

SUNDAY, May 4th

Rose Hill Ramble with Kathleen O’Neal (10 a.m.)

Historic Macon Foundation’s resident tour guide Kathleen O’Neal will lead the curious through the historic Rose Hill Cemetery on a Rose Hill Ramble this Sunday. Participants will learn about the famous and infamous inhabitants of Macon and Middle Georgia. Tickets cost $15 online at this link.

> Rose Hill Cemetery: 1071 Riverside Drive, Macon

Galactic Flow Yoga at Fall Line Brewing Co. (11 a.m.)

May the 4th be with you at Galactic Flow Yoga on Sunday, a unique and yoga class presented by Homegrown Yoga and inspired by the Star Wars universe. Participants will be given Star Wars beer slushies to sip on during the hour-long class.

> Fall Line Brewing Co.: 567 Plum Street, Macon