"Molten and Mud Pumpkin Patch"
Join Macon Arts Alliance and stARTup Studios for a fun-filled exhibit that’s so good, it’s scary! “Molten and Mud Pumpkin Patch” features expertly-crafted glass and ceramic works and is a spooky show you won’t want to miss!

Presented by Macon Arts Alliance and stARTup Studios at Macon Arts Gallery
486 First Street, Macon, GA 31201
Oct 3 - Oct 31
Opening Reception: Oct 3, 2025 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

50th Anniversary Screening: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Come out to the Grand for a classic Halloween tradition -- the Rocky Horror Picture Show! Brad and Janet, a very square engaged couple, stumble upon Dr. Frank-n-Furter's castle full of enigmatic and loud characters engaging in sinful delights. Rocky Horror is an interactive musical experience like no other that will leave you doing the Time Warp all the way home! Join our cosplayers and wear a costume of your own!

For mature audiences. Doors open at 8 PM. Costume your hearts out, but please note in order to help preserve our historic theatre, outside props will not be allowed. Official prop bags are included in the price of your tickets.

Presented by Piedmont Grand Opera House at The Piedmont Grand Opera House
651 Mulberry St, Macon, GA 31201
$20 including prop bag
Oct 31, 2025 at 9:00 pm

Trick or Treat in Downtown Macon
Calling all ghouls, goblins, and little monsters! It’s time to dust off those costumes and get ready for the most fang-tastic trick-or-treating experience in town!

Our amazing downtown businesses are rolling out the orange carpet and opening their doors to welcome trick-or-treaters of all ages! From tiny witches to mini superheroes, everyone’s invited to this spooktacular celebration! Downtown Macon offers a safe and walkable trick-or-treating experience unlike any other!

What to Expect:
Candy, candy, and MORE candy!
Family-friendly fun for all ages
Participating businesses throughout downtown (full list coming soon!)
Safe, well-lit trick-or-treating route
Perfect photo ops with your little pumpkins

Whether you’re a creature feature or cute as can be, Downtown Macon is the place to BE this Halloween! No tricks here – just TREATS!

Mark your calendars NOW and start planning those costumes!
We’ll be announcing our list of participating businesses soon, so stay tuned.

Presented by NewTown Macon at Downtown Macon
FREE
Oct 31, 2025 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

"Not for the Faint of Heart" Exhibit
“Not For the Faint of Heart” is an exhibit of Southern Surrealist works by Macon artists Beth Smith and Marcos Velez. The exhibit will be on display October 3-31, and the artwork will be available for purchase. Admission to the gallery is free. The gallery is open Monday-Friday, 11 am-4 pm.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
FREE
Oct 6 - Oct 31, 2025

Macon Macabre Tour
Macon Macabre Walking Tour – a 1.5-hour public “easy walking” ghost, murder, & mayhem history tour that focuses on the downtown Macon commercial / nightlife district including both infamous stories and some lesser-known happenings here in the city.

Presented by Visit Maconand Rock Candy Toursat Visit Macon
450 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Macon, GA 31201
Book your tour here
Oct 31, 2025 at 7:30 pm

Corks & Canvas with Oils
Learn to create an 11 x 14 oil painting in a fun, relaxed setting. No painting or drawing experience required—choose from a blank canvas or a pre-sketched canvas. Bring a beverage of your choice to sip on while you paint. The cost is $35, and includes all art supplies. The workshop starts at 7 pm and lasts two and a half hours. On November 1, Rachel Harrelson will teach a painting of a bird with berries.

To register, visit: https://www.the567center.org/art-classes or call (478) 238-6051.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
$35 includes all materials for an 11 x 14 painting
Nov 1, 2025 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Howloween VII
Howloween is back at Friends on the Hill, hosted by John Gifford!

Featuring acts such as:

Septarian
Totem
Confessional (DEBUT SHOW)

With DJ B3 closing out the night with a spooky DJ set! Come in costume for a chance at prizes from sponsors Atomic Tattoo and Starship, plus cash!

$10 at the door, music starts at 9 PM. 21+ only.

Presented by Friends on the Hill at Friends on the Hill
104 Westcliff Blvd, Warner Robins, GA 31093
$10 at the door
Nov 1, 2025 at 9:00 pm

Mercer University Opera presents Public Lies, Private Truths
Samantha Mishima Friedman, stage director
Richard Kosowski, conductor and co-music director
Timothy McReynolds, co-music director

In "Public Lies, Private Truths," Mercer University Opera looks closely at relationships and how they grow and change over time. The evening begins with Leonard Bernstein's uncompromising, semi-autobiographical look at an idealized marriage in his discomfiting and amusing Trouble in Tahiti. Three bridesmaids bemoan their dresses and the groomsmen with whom they are paired in Lisa DeSpain's charming Men I'm Not Married To. Finally, the behavior of a young, up-and-coming bachelor politician is called into question in Dan Shore's enchanting An Embarrassing Position.

Presented by Townsend School of Music - Mercer University at Neva Langley Fickling Hall at the McCorkle Music Building - Mercer University
1329 Adams St, Macon, GA 31207
General admission: $20
Student ID: $10
Oct 30 - Nov 1, 2025 at 7:30 pm

Rocky Horror Show
MLT After Dark presents the cult-classic musical Rocky Horror Show!

A wild, electrifying journey unfolds when a stranded couple stumbles upon the mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. Packed with rock 'n' roll, quirky characters, and outrageous fun, this cult classic celebrates individuality, freedom, and a touch of madness. Get ready to do the Time Warp again.

*Please note, this is the live musical, and not a showing of the film.*

*Saturday evening performances will include some audience participation elements common to the film.*

Presented by Macon Little Theatre at Macon Little Theatre
4220 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210
Adults: $27
Seniors (65+): $22
Military: $22
Student: $17
*Prices include all fees and taxes*
Purchase tickets here
Oct 24 - Nov 2, 2025
Oct 24 at 8:00 pm
Oct 25 at 8:00 pm
Oct 26 at 2:30 pm
Oct 30 at 8:00 pm
Oct 31 at 8:00 pm
Nov 1 at 8:00 pm
Nov 2 at 2:30 pm

McDuffie Center Young Artists Concert
Hear the McDuffie Center Young Artists in concert!

Recitals are held in the Bell House Jennings Salon, 315 College St, at 7 p.m. and are free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first served. Doors open 30 minutes beforehand.

Presented by Robert McDuffie Center for Strings at Bell House
315 College St, Macon, GA 31201
FREE
Nov 3, 2025 at 7:00 pm

Mini Raku Class
Learn how to throw miniature forms, glaze them, and Raku fire them using a microwave in this 3-week pottery class with Heatherly day. You'll work on making your pieces in the first 2 sessions, and fire them with the guidance of the instructor in the final session. Open to ages 16 and up. The cost is $100 for non-members, $80 for members, and includes all materials and firings. Meets Mondays, 6:30-8:30 pm, starting November 3.

Note: the final class session will take place outdoors, and a lot of standing is required. The Raku kiln and fired pottery can get quite hot. For safety, we recommend closed-toed shoes and no synthetic clothing during the final class session.

Register online at: http://www.the567center.org/art-classes/

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
$100 for non-members, $80 for 567 members
Nov 3, 2025 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Jubilee Artists Series: Jacob Keith Watson
Jacob Keith Watson is an actor/singer/teacher and Arkansas native. On the Broadway stage, Jacob has performed in Tony-nominated/winning revivals of Merrily We Roll Along (Mr. Spencer/Joe u/s), Carousel(Enoch Snow), Hello, Dolly!, and Violet as well as The Phantom of the Opera (Joseph Buquet) and Amelie (World Premiere, Original Broadway Cast). In NYC Jacob was seen in the Encores! productions of 1776 (Robert Livingston), Mack & Mabel(Harry), and Oliver. He was on stage most recently as Willie Conklin in the acclaimed New York City Center Gala presentation of Ahrens and Flaherty's Ragtime.

$7 General admission, Student ID free.

"Through the invisible hands of music, the soul is touched and healed," Josephine "Jo" Phelps Fabian said. In her life, Fabian was a dedicated arts patron, donor, board member, and advocate who loved classical music and opera. She frequently attended concerts at Townsend School of Music. Through the Fabian Center for Musical Excellence, the Jubilee Artists Series features leading artists performing concerts that are low cost to the general public, making the best of music available to all. Season subscription available for $30.

Presented by Townsend School of Music - Mercer University at Neva Langley Fickling Hall at the McCorkle Music Building - Mercer University
1329 Adams St, Macon, GA 31207
General admission: $7
Student ID: FREE
Purchase tickets here
Nov 4, 2025 at 7:30 pm

Wesleyan Academy for Lifelong Learning - Psychology of Fun and Games
Join us at the Wesleyan Academy for Lifelong Learning for an intriguing course on the Psychology of Fun and Games, taught by Wesleyan professor of Psychology, Dr. Brooke Bennett-Day.

This course explores the psychology behind fun and games, examining why humans engage with recreational activities and how these experiences shape us. Drawing from social, cognitive, and developmental psychology, topics may include: the developmental role of play and concept of 'flow', social and cognitive processes in video games and traditional games, psychological dimensions of game shows, and the formation of community in 'third places' and through parasocial relationships.

$45 for (4) 1 hour class sessions. Alternative membership options are available as well. Contact the WALL Coordinator at 478-757-5233 or [email protected] for more information.

Wesleyan College invites you to join a community program that provides an exciting range of educational and social opportunities to mature learners in central Georgia. The Wesleyan Academy of Lifelong Learning (WALL) offers a wide variety of courses designed to expose you to new ideas and activities in a relaxed and congenial setting, without concern for tests, grades or requirements, other than participation. Courses are of a short duration, usually four weeks, and are staggered throughout the academic year.

The sessions are taught by Wesleyan College faculty as well as experts from the community at large. Membership in the Academy allows you an opportunity to share your ideas and life experiences with like-minded people while exposing yourself to new ideas and interesting, sometimes controversial topics. Regardless of prior educational experience, this program has something for everyone; all you need is curiosity and a willingness to learn. The Academy serves Wesleyan's commitment to lifelong learning by connecting the resources of the College with the diverse needs of our community.

Presented by Wesleyan Academy for Lifelong Learning at Wesleyan Academy for Lifelong Learning
4760 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210
Purchase tickets here
Nov 5, 2025 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm