Weekday Adventures in the Heart of Georgia (4/27-4/30)

From conferences to Lord of the Rings trivia, there are plenty of things to do this week in Middle Georgia, from the productive to the entertaining. The adventurous can visit stARTup Studios for a unique date night on Wednesday, or Switch Macon for an event for moms and anyone in need of a little sparkle on Tuesday, and much more. The following are just a few of the interesting, unique, and often free things to do this week in the heart of Georgia.

MONDAY, April 27th

  >> Black Prosperity 2030 Conference at the Macon Marriott City Center (8 a.m.-4 p.m.)

The Georgia Coalition of Black Chambers will hold Black Prosperity 2030 Conference, a “multi-year, field building initiative,” at Macon’s Marriott City Center on Monday. This conference will focus on systemic obstacles to business survival, scale, and ownership transitions for African-American entrepreneurs. Tickets for the Black Prosperity 2030 Conference start at $100 online at this link.

    > Macon Marriott City Center: 240 Coliseum Drive, Macon

TUESDAY, April 28th

    >> Mom’s Glow Up Garden at Switch Macon (6 p.m.)

Mom’s Glow Up Garden is a unique event to celebrate moms or anyone who needs a “little extra sparkle” in their life. The curated pop-ups at this event include heavily discounted aesthetic service and products from Allure Aesthetics, permanent jewelry by Macon Sparx, boutique apparel and specialty items from Sweet Henni’s, and a flower bouquet cart from Petals Paint and Pitch.     

    > Switch Macon: 470 1st Street, Macon

WEDNESDAY, April 29th

  >> Glassblowing Date Night at stARTup Studios in Macon (6-7:30 p.m.)

stARTup Studios offers a unique date for the adventurous. Glassblowing is a fascinating art form that is also a bit dangerous and hot, which can make for interesting nights out for lovebirds, friends, or family. Attendees, who must be 12 or older, will make stemless wine glasses or whiskey glasses, in this hour and a half long class. Book online for Glassblowing Date Night at this link.

    > stARTup Studios: 1055 Riverside Drive, Macon

stARTup Studios offers a unique selection of craft beers and ciders (Photographer Nate Weeks)

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THURSDAY, April 30th

  >> 2026 Take Back the Night at Washington Park in Macon (6 p.m.)

The Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia presents a community event to “honor survivors, raise awareness, and reclaim our voices.” Attendees are encouraged to bring comfortable seating for this free event. If you or someone you know has been victimized, you can reach the Crisis Line & Safe House at (478) 745-9292.

    > Washington Park: 1150 Magnolia Street, Macon

  >> Drift Night at Robins Racing in Warner Robins (6 p.m.)

Remote control cars can be extremely fast and agile, with skilled drivers able to make them drift just like real race cars. Drivers are invited to bring their 1/10 scale rides to slide at Robins Racing. This racing event is organized by Leon Carbon and Dream Ridez. Robins Racing is a remote control and hobby shop.

    > Robins Racing: 2290 Moody Road, Suite 400, Warner Robins

>> MUSIC: Mischief Unplugged at T & Jay’s Bar in Macon (8-11 p.m.)

Modern Mischief will be performing in an acoustic format for this show at Macon’s T & Jay’s Bar. The band plans on playing 90s and early 200s hits, reworked for the audience. There is no cover charge at T & Jay’s Bar.

    > T & Jay’s Bar: 6351 Zebulon Road, Macon

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OTHER NOTABLE EVENTS THURSDAY:

  >> Lord of the Rings Trivia at Roco’s Bar in Bonaire > 8:30 p.m.

Outlook Entertainment will lead trivia contestants on a journey through Middle Earth during Lord of the Rings trivia on Thursday night.

NOTABLE EVENTS THIS WEEKEND:

  >> Friday, May 1st through Saturday, May 2nd > South of Atlanta Fest at The Big House, Robins Financial Capitol Theatre, Capricorn Studio B, and Grant’s Lounge in Macon: Singer-songwriter Brent Cobb South of Atlanta Festival will include two days of special events at iconic venues in Macon, with Tobacco Road opening for American Aquarium at Robins Financial Capitol Theatre on Friday night. Tickets to the South of Atlanta Fest can be purchased at this link.

  >> Friday, May 1st > Gallery West Last First Friday in Macon: Kirk and Kirsten West’s Gallery West will celebrate its last First Friday this weekend, while also celebrating Kirsten’s retirement, with music from Caroline Aiken, Lize Melendez with Rob Sumowski, and EG Kight.

  >> Saturday, May 2nd > 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Greek Spring Fling at the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Macon: The Central Georgia Greek Festival will hold its annual Greek Spring Fling this Saturday at the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church.

  >> Sunday, May 3rd > 2-5 p.m. Open Streets Macon: Houston Avenue: Open Streets Macon creates a temporary park for the community from Newberg Avenue to Rocky Creek Road on Sunday. Open Streets Macon’s events are free and open to the public celebrations of public space that are meant to bring the community together to exercise and play.

Graphic courtesy of Open Streets Macon

Did we miss an event you are excited about? Leave a comment below to let others know about other fun and interesting events taking place this week in Middle Georgia.