Events Happening in Macon: October 15th - 24th

Staff Report

Friday, October 15th, 2021

2021 Cultural Awards

Tune in to Macon Arts Alliance’s Facebook Page for a live presentation of the 2021 Cultural Awards!

Presented by Macon Arts Alliance at Online/Virtual Space 

Oct 14, 2021 at 5:30 pm

 

New Work by Yvonne Gabriel

Macon Arts Gallery is proud to present our October 2021 exhibition of work by Yvonne Gabriel. The show will open with a First Friday opening reception on October 1st, from 4 – 7pm. Work can also be viewed online at maconarts.org/shop.

Presented by Macon Arts Alliance at Macon Arts Gallery, 486 First Street, Macon, GA 31201

Oct 01, 2021 - Oct 29, 2021

 

MACON BIKE PARTY - SPIRITS, SPECTACLES, AND SCANDALS

Join us Thursday, October 14th for Macon Bike Party’s, Spirits, Spectacles, and Scandals! Join Visit Macon’s, Steven Fulbright as he takes us on a journey through downtown exploring the darker sides of our fair city.

Presented by Bike Walk Macon at Bike Walk Macon, 830 High Street, Macon, GA 31201

Oct 14, 2021 at 6:00 pm 

 

Pet Portraits & Pinot

Join us for an evening of painting and good friends. Don’t worry, painting experience is not needed. The talented art instructor, Arrin Freeman, will guide you step-by-step during this two-part class.

Presented by Museum of Arts and Sciences at Museum of Arts & Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210

Oct 12, 2021 - Oct 14, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Corks & Canvas

Corks & Canvas is a fun, beginner-friendly painting workshop where you can relax and hang out with friends while a local artist teaches you how to recreate a beautiful painting.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal, 456 1st Street, Macon, GA 31201

$30 includes all materials

Oct 14, 2021 at 07:00 pm 

 

Artist Piano Duo--An Evening of French Piano Music

Enjoy an evening of French music for Piano 4 hands featuring guest artists Gianluca Strazzullo and Steven DiBlasi. Works by Debussy, Ravel, Saint-Saens, and Faure. Free and open to the public

Presented by Wesleyan College at Wesleyan College-Pierce Chapel, 4760 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210

Free and open to the public

Oct 14, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Quarter Moon Friday

Join the Museum of Arts and Sciences for Quarter Moon Friday to learn about the night sky over Macon, and visit the observatory afterwards!

Presented by Museum of Arts and Sciences at Museum of Arts & Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210

May 21, 2021 - Oct 15, 2021 at 8:00 pm 

 

Hocus Pocus

When a curious teenage boy accidentally resurrects a trio of ancient witches, Halloween in Salem becomes a lot more interesting.

Presented by Grand Opera House at The Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, GA 31201

Oct 15, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Project BAAD

A collaborative effort between Macon Middle Georgia Black Pages, NewTown Macon and the Rhythm N Jazz Foundation. Highlighting, promoting, and familiarizing the public with the dynamics of Downtown Macon. 

Presented by Project BAAD at Rosa Parks Square, 701 Poplar St., Macon, GA 31201

Oct 16, 2021 at 4:00 pm 

 

McDuffie Young Artist Concerts

Watch the stars of tomorrow for free today with free concerts and community programs by the McDuffie Center Young Artists at the historic Bell House.

Presented by Robert McDuffie Center for Strings at Bell House, 315 College Street, Macon, Georgia 31201

Free Admission

Oct 18, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Auditions for Matilda

Macon Little Theatre holds auditions for Broadway musical Matilda

Presented by Macon Little Theatre at Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Rd., Macon, GA 31210

Oct 16, 2021 - Oct 18, 2021 at 1:00 pm, 6:00 pm 

 

"Roadrunner: A Film about Anthony Bourdain"

A documentary about Anthony Bourdain and his career as a chef, writer and host, revered and renowned for his authentic approach to food, culture and travel.

Presented by Macon Film Guild at Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon, GA 31208

Oct 19, 2021 at 7:30 pm 

 

Watercolor & Wine

Learn to create a watercolor painting of an owl in a fun, relaxed setting. No painting experience required!

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal, 456 1st Street, Macon, GA 31201

$25 includes all materials

Oct 21, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Movies in My Park - The Nightmare Before Christmas

‘Movies in My Park’ free outdoor screening of Tim Burton’s THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS (1993) in Tattnall Square Park!

Presented by Macon Film Festival at Tattnall Square Park, College St. and Oglethorpe St, Macon, GA 31207

Free outdoor screening event! No ticket required. Visit the Macon Film Festival Facebook page for any weather updates on the day of the event.

Oct 22, 2021 at 7:30 pm 

 

Theatre production: The Revolutionists by Lauren Gunderson, directed by Frazer Lively

Four women lose their heads in this irreverent comedy set during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror.

Presented by Wesleyan College at Wesleyan College - Porter Auditorium, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210

Oct 21, 2021 - Oct 22, 2021 at 8:00 pm 

 

Fall Festival at the MAS

Enjoy a day of fall fun at the Museum of Arts and Sciences!

Presented by Museum of Arts and Sciences at Museum of Arts & Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210

Oct 23, 2021 at 10:30 am 

 

Jazz & Arts on Riverdale

18th annual free neighborhood block party with live jazz, art booths, kids area, food trucks and more.

Presented by Jazz Association of Macon at Riverdale Drive, Macon, GA 31204

FREE

Oct 23, 2021 at 12:00 pm 

 

SAVE THE DATE: DOUGLASS THEATRE CENTENNIAL 2021 GALA

Save the Date and help us celebrate 100 years of excellence!

Presented by Douglass Theatre at Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon, GA 31208

Oct 23, 2021 at 3:00 pm 

 

Celebrating ART 2021

Celebrating ART is hosted by Stratford Academy in partnership with local arts organizations to promote the visual arts in the Middle Georgia community.

Presented by Celebrating ART Macon at Stratford Academy, 6010 Peake Rd., Macon, GA 31220

Marketplace and Pop-Up Shop – Free Admission and open to the public Oct 20-23, 9-4 daily.

Oct 19, 2021 - Oct 23, 2021 at 9:00 am