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

This week in Middle Georgia, the adventurous can polish their professional presentation at a resume-building workshop, discover tomorrow's classical music stars at a historic venue, savor affordable culinary experiences during Restaurant Week, explore pedestrian-friendly routes in Macon with fellow walkers, enjoy talented competitors at the All Hands Art Festival, and much, much more. The following are just a few of the interesting, fun, and often free things to do this week in the heart of Georgia.

MONDAY, September 15th

CAREER: Resume Workshop at Washington Memorial Library (6 p.m.)

Washington Memorial Library is hosting a resume building workshop this Monday designed to help participants create a robust portfolio of skills and present themselves in their best professional light. The workshop offers practical tips and tricks for crafting resumes that stand out in today's competitive job market. Whether you're entering the workforce, changing careers, or simply want to refresh your resume, this free workshop provides valuable resources for Middle Georgia job seekers.

    > Washington Memorial Library: 1180 Washington Avenue, Macon

MUSIC: McDuffie Young Artist Concert at Bell House (7 p.m.)

Mercer University's Robert McDuffie Center for Strings's Young Artist Concert series at the Bell House helps highlight rising classical music talent in the elegant surrounds of the Bell House's Jennings Salon. These free concerts serve as a perfect introduction to classical music for newcomers while providing emerging artists with valuable performance experience. The McDuffie Center presents these performances free for the public to help create a bridge between formal musical education and community engagement. Seating is first-come, first-served, for this free concert, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m..

    > Bell House: 315 College Street, Macon

Photograph courtesy of Robert McDuffie Center for Strings

FOOD: Macon Restaurant Week (9/12-9/20)

The inaugural Macon Restaurant Week continues to serve up culinary adventures at price points designed for every appetite and budget this week. This collaborative effort between NewTown Macon and Macon Magazine highlights Downtown Macon's diverse food scene with structured pricing: $10 appetizers and specialty items, $20 meal combinations, $30 full dining experiences, and $50 ultimate feast offerings. Restaurant Week passports gives adventurous diners who visit multiple participating establishments the chance to win the grand prize of a $500 gift card to the downtown restaurant of their choice.

    > Various Locations in Downtown Macon

TUESDAY, September 16th

WELLNESS: Walk 'n' Talk - Explore the Open Streets Route with Bike Walk Macon at Tattnall Square Park (6-7:30 p.m.)

Bike Walk Macon's monthly Walk 'n' Talk series will include a preview of the upcoming Open Streets Macon route this Tuesday. Starting at Tattnall Square Park, participants will explore the pedestrian-friendly paths along Tattnall, Monroe, and Oglethorpe Streets that will be featured during the September 28th Open Streets event. The Night to Unite festivities will include an event in Tattnall Square Park from 5-8 p.m., creating a community celebration atmosphere in the park with music, games, and free refreshments. Participants in this free Walk 'n' Talk three-mile walking experience should bring water and wear appropriate fitness gear; leashed dogs are welcome to join the adventure.

    > Tattnall Square Park: 1400 Oglethorpe Street, Macon

Graphic courtesy of Bike Walk Macon

WEDNESDAY, September 17th

ROAD TRIP: 2025 Kiwanis Henry County Fair (9/17-9/21) (2 p.m.)

Adventure seekers can venture beyond Middle Georgia's borders for the opening day of the Kiwanis Henry County Fair in McDonough starting this Wednesday. The 2025 Kiwanis Henry Couty Fair's opening day lineup includes the student edition of "Henry Has Talent" at 6 p.m., performances by the Open Air Circus at 5 p.m., and the Prehistoric Nation Dinosaur Show at 7:30 p.m. The return of The Varsity Food Truck will help ensure that fairgoers can enjoy iconic Georgia eats alongside classic carnival fun. This Wednesday attendees will receive a special opening day pricing of just $5 admission from 2-5 p.m. (compared to the regular $10) and a Student Day Special combining $5 entry with $15 ride armbands.

    > Heritage Park: 103 Lake Dow Road, McDonough

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THURSDAY, September 18th

MUSIC: Third Thursday Concert featuring Dr. Gregory Hamilton at St. Joseph Catholic Church (12:30 p.m.)

Dr. Gregory Hamilton will present "American Inspirations" on the organ for the Third Thursday Concert series in the beautiful setting of St. Joseph Catholic Church this Thursday. "American Inspirations" will feature the music of Hamilton and Carson Cooman. The Third Thursday Concert series welcome all community members to experience classical organ music in an elegantly built church, providing a peaceful break from the stresses of life in the middle of the week. 

    > St. Joseph Catholic Church: 830 Poplar Street, Macon

FRIDAY, September 19th

MUSIC: The Raspy Lemons at The Wheelhouse at Kudzu Seafood Company (7 p.m.)

Middle Georgia's premier indie-psychedelic band returns to one of Macon's most unique venues for what organizers promise will be "another zesty night of groovy vibes and cosmic soundscapes." The Raspy Lemons have built a dedicated following with their genre-blending sound, and the rooftop setting at Kudzu Seafood Company provides the perfect atmosphere for their trippy musical explorations this Friday night.

    > Kudzu Seafood Company: 512 Poplar Street, Macon

FILM: "Acts of Reparation" Documentary Screening and More at The Douglass Theatre (9/19-9/20) (7 p.m.)

The Douglass Theatre hosts a powerful weekend of truth-telling and remembrance with the premiere screening of the documentary "Acts of Reparation." Friday evening's documentary presentation includes a filmmaker Q&A session, followed by Saturday's Pink House Pop Up Family History Day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Douglass Theatre Annex. The weekend programming, presented by the Spencer B. King, Jr. Center for Southern Studies at Mercer University in partnership with Washington Memorial Library's Genealogy & History department, offers workshops, genealogy resources, and opportunities for community connection. Friday's film screening requires free tickets that can be obtained at this link, while Saturday's family history activities are free and open to all.

    > The Douglass Theatre: 428 Mulberry Street Lane, Macon

MUSIC: Faculty Jazz Quintet "Just Friends" at Fickling Hall (7:30 p.m.)

The Faculty Jazz Quintet brings jazz standards and original compositions to Fickling Hall in an evening titled "Just Friends." The quintet features Monty Cole on saxophone, Marcus Reddick on percussion, Andy Eulau on bass, Jeremy Roberts on guitar, and Kevin Bales on piano. This free concert in the McCorkle Music Building's Fickling Hall offers an intimate setting to experience both beloved jazz classics and fresh original material performed by accomplished musicians.

    > McCorkle Music Building's Fickling Hall: 1433 Adams Street, Macon

MUSIC: Good Trees River Band at Grant's Lounge (8 p.m.)

Good Trees River Band brings their psychedelic southern rock and jam band sound to Grant's Lounge alongside Andy Johnson on Friday night. This Northeast-based band specializes in the kind of genre-blending music that speaks to both classic rock fans and those seeking more experimental soundscapes. Tickets to see the Good Trees River Band perform on Friday can be purchased at the door.

    > Grant's Lounge: 570 Poplar Street, Macon

SATURDAY, September 20th

Annual Vineville Neighborhood Multi-Family Yard Sale (8 a.m.)

Historic Vineville residents are opening their closets, attics, and garages for the neighborhood's annual multi-family yard sale. The Vineville Neighborhood Association handles all the promotion while residents keep their profits, creating a win-win situation for both bargain hunters and those looking to declutter. This community-wide event showcases the collaborative spirit of one of Macon's most historic neighborhoods, where treasure hunting becomes a neighborhood adventure.

    > Vineville Historic District: Macon

13th Annual Heart of the Dragon Boat Races at Lake Tobesofkee's Sandy Beach (9 a.m.)

Lake Tobesofkee transforms into a competitive waterway for the region's only dragon boat racing event, all in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Teams of paddlers will battle it out on the water while spectators enjoy a beach party atmosphere complete with live DJ entertainment. The combination of athletic competition, beautiful lakeside scenery, and charitable purpose makes this event a perfect way to spend a Saturday morning while supporting local youth mentorship programs.

    > Lake Tobesofkee's Sandy Beach: 6880 Moseley Dixon Road, Macon

Graphic courtesy of Big Brothers Big Sisters Heart of Georgia

Walk a Mile in My Shoes 2025 Pilgrimage at the Tubman Museum (8 a.m.-1 p.m.)

The Tubman Museum launches a meaningful community pilgrimage that encourages participants to consider the perspectives of those less fortunate with Walk a Mile in My Shoes 2025 Pilgrimage this Saturday. This walking experience through downtown Macon includes food trucks, commemorative passports that get stamped along the route, and t-shirts for participants. This event will help raise funds for the much-needed Loaves And Fishes Ministry Of Macon Inc. Register to take part in this meaningful event to help the less fortunate at this link.

    > Tubman Museum: 310 Cherry Street, Macon

ART: All Hands Art Festival (9/19-9/21) (10 a.m.-5 p.m.)

Artists and art lovers converge for a weekend celebration of creativity and community at the All Hands Art Festival this weekend. This festival, presented by The 567 Center and Visit Macon, provides a platform for local and regional artists to showcase their talents while giving the public access to unique, handcrafted pieces. This type of festival strengthens Middle Georgia's reputation as a region where artistic expression thrives and communities support their local creative talent. Children 12 and under and seniors 55 and over get in free. General admission tickets to the All Hands Art Festival cost $5 while VIP tickets, which include admission to the VIP party on Friday and admission to the festival all weekend, cost $30 online at this link.

Graphic courtesy of The 567 Center for Renewal

ROAD TRIP: Buggy Days Festival in Downtown Barnesville (10 a.m.-6 p.m.)

The 51st Annual Buggy Days Arts & Crafts Festival in downtown Barnesville offers a classic small-town festival experience just a short drive from Macon. This long-running event has become a beloved tradition that combines arts, crafts, food, and community celebration in the charming downtown setting of Barnesville, home of Gordon State College.

    > Downtown Barnesville

MUSIC: Wild Oats at The Society Garden (8 p.m.)

Wild Oats returns to The Society Garden after an extended hiatus, promising "same band, same sound, same dance moves" with perhaps some new tunes mixed in. The Society Garden provides an intimate venue for this reunion performance, giving longtime fans and newcomers alike the chance to experience this local band's distinctive sound in one of Macon's most unique entertainment spaces.

    > The Society Garden: 2389 Ingleside Avenue, Macon

MUSIC: Hughes Taylor at Grant's Lounge (8 p.m.)

Hughes Taylor is a multi-talented guitarist and songwriter from Macon who will be performing at Grant's Lounge this Friday night. Taylor is known for his unique style of blues-rock and his abilities to make a guitar speak a language all of its own. Taylor's inspirations from music icons like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, and The Allman Brothers Band can be clearly heard during his performances. Tickets to see the Hughes Taylor perform can be purchased for $10 at the door or online at this link.

> Grant's Lounge: 570 Poplar Street, Macon

The official music video for Hughes Taylor's "Ballad of Big Bill McGuire."

MUSIC: Tasty Vibrations at The Hummingbird (9:30 p.m.-1 a.m.)

The Hummingbird Stage & Taproom welcomes the band Tasty Vibrations for their venue debut on Saturday. This band was voted Best Band in Fort Lauderdale and their unique sound is a mix of jam band and reggae. The Hummingbird will charge a $5 cover at the door for this show.

    > The Hummingbird Stage & Taproom: 430 Cherry Street, Macon

SUNDAY, September 21st

Sunday You Pick at Field Cut Flowers (1-4 p.m.)

Field Cut Flowers offers a peaceful way to conclude the week with their "Wander, Cut, & Create" experience. Visitors can stroll through blooming fields, watch butterflies dance, and create their own fresh bouquets in a setting that celebrates the beauty of Middle Georgia's agricultural landscape. Field Pass tickets cost $35 and include a 24-ounce stadium cup for gathering flowers, making this an affordable way to bring natural beauty home while enjoying a therapeutic outdoor experience.

    > Field Cut Flowers: 6041 Edwards Drive, Macon

MUSIC: Yachtley Crew at Macon City Auditorium (8:30 p.m.)

The week concludes with yacht rock royalty as Yachtley Crew brings their nautical-themed tribute to 1970s and 1980s soft rock hits to the Macon City Auditorium. This Los Angeles-based band has built a devoted following with their commitment to recreating the smooth sounds of the yacht rock era, complete with period-appropriate nautical stage attire. Their performances celebrate the often-overlooked musical genre that defined an era of American popular music. Tickets to see Yachtley Crew's musical voyage currently start at $35.90 on ticketmaster.com.

    > Macon City Auditorium: 415 1st Street, Macon

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