Events Happening in Macon This Week
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Wild Things and Magical Places
Macon Arts Alliance is happy to present their March exhibit, “Wild Things and Magical Places”, featuring works by local painter Debbie Dent Anderson.
This collection is a colorful journey of impressions captured in oil and pastel, exploring the American landscape and wildlife—from the mountains of Montana and Wyoming to the high deserts of Nevada and Utah.
The opening reception is Friday, March 6 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Presented by Macon Arts Alliance at Macon Arts Gallery
486 First Street, Macon, GA 31201
FREE
Mar 6 - Mar 27, 2026
Soulful Sounds in Macon
MACON, READY FOR A NIGHT OF SOULFUL FUN & VINTAGE GLAMOUR?
Step into a candlelit world where the Harlem Renaissance meets today’s vibe with the sensational Music & Comedy of Acute Inflections!
As seen on HBO and Amazon, this NYC-based Jazzy R&B duo delivers a sound fans of Erykah Badu and Billie Holiday will adore, with a fresh twist of timeless soul and modern charm.
Whether you’re in Gatsby glam or your own stylish flair, get ready for a Roaring 20s revival with a modern unplugged edge. Expect dynamic duets, clever comedy, and captivating freestyles with the chemistry of Lucy and Ricky.
And as a cute gesture, there will be complimentary refreshments to enjoy throughout the show!
Over 50,000 fans have attended their sold-out shows across the U.S. and abroad, and with 1,000+ five-star reviews, it’s clear this experience is striking a chord with audiences everywhere.
Tickets are selling quickly for this playful couple’s performance on Friday, March 6th at The Overlook on First.
Located in downtown Macon overlooking the city just steps from the historic First Street corridor, this elevated and intimate space sets the tone for a Harlem Nights inspired evening where soulful music, elegant storytelling, and vintage style shine above it all.
*Your purchase helps support the Renaissance Youth Center, a South Bronx-based charity that empowers inner-city youth through music education, after-school programs, and tutoring.*
Presented by Acute Inflections at The Overlook on First
484 First St, Macon, GA 31201
Admission: $55.00
Purchase tickets here
Mar 6, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Pure Barre in the Park
Join Pure Barre Macon in Rosa Parks Square for a FREE pop-up class during Streets for All Fest!
Streets for All Fest is a weekend-long celebration of biking and walking in Macon-Bibb County.
WHAT: Pure Barre in the Park
PARTNERS: Pure Barre Macon
WHEN: Friday, March 6 | 5:30 – 6:30 PM
WHERE: Rosa Parks Square
REGISTRATION: FREE – please register to help us plan
This 45-minute Pure Barre Classic + Pure Barre Empower Fusion is the perfect way to kick-off a FUN weekend with Bike Walk Macon at the Streets for All Fest!
Taught by highly-trained teachers, Pure Barre is the nation’s leading barre workout and features four group class formats that deliver an effective total-body workout focused on low impact, high-intensity movements that lift and tone muscles and improve strength, agility, and flexibility for every body. Experience the mental & physical benefits of Pure Barre for yourself!
Bring a mat & water for class. A beach towel will also work great!
Presented by Bike Walk Macon at Rosa Parks Square
Poplar + First St, Macon, GA 31201
FREE
Register here
Mar 6, 2026 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
First Friday Art Crawl
Explore all the galleries open late on First Friday in downtown Macon–who knows what you’ll discover!
Macon Arts Alliance (486 1st Street), 4-7 pm
Macon Arts Alliance is happy to present their March exhibit, “Wild Things and Magical Places”, featuring works by local painter Debbie Dent Anderson. This collection is a colorful journey of impressions captured in oil and pastel, exploring the American landscape and wildlife—from the mountains of Montana and Wyoming to the high deserts of Nevada and Utah.
The 567 Center for Renewal (456 1st St), 5-8 pm
Join us for the opening reception of the 13th Annual Bibb County Schools Student Art Show. This annual exhibit was started to celebrate Youth Art Month by recognizing the young artists in our community and giving them the opportunity to show their work in a true art gallery. Bibb County elementary, middle, and high school art teachers select work from their students for this exhibit.
Wesleyan College Leadership Lab (522 Cherry St), 5-8 pm
Wesleyan Leadership Lab presents Layers of Becoming, an exhibit of work by Cedric Smith, with an artist talk at 6 pm.
McEachern Art Center (332 2nd St), 4-8 pm
Guilty Pleasures, featuring works by Brittany Coburn, continues on exhibit. It explores the vices, comforts, and coping mechanisms we carry as we navigate life’s complexities.
Gallery West (447 3rd St), 5-8 pm
New York photographer Arnie Goodman visits Gallery West for a 3-day showing of his music and NYC photos, with an opening reception and artist meet-and-greet on First Friday. Goodman traveled the world with a number of well-known musicians including Savoy Brown, Mick Taylor of the Rolling Stones, and Peter Green of Fleetwood Mac.
Sheridan Studios (586 Poplar St), 4-8 pm
Make the Bed continues on exhibit, featuring 60 intimate works by Walker Antonio, artist and art teacher at Woodberry Forest. Live music by Tripp Spears, 6-8 pm.
Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal and NewTown Macon and Macon Arts Gallery at Downtown Macon
FREE
Mar 6, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Art After Dark Glow Roll
Neon up and roll out! Join Fall Line Brewing Co. & Bike Tech Macon for a glowing nighttime bike ride through Downtown as part of Fall Line.
Streets for All Fest is a weekend-long celebration of biking and walking in Macon-Bibb County.
RIDE: Art After Dark Glow Roll
PARTNERS: Fall Line Brewing Co. and Bike Tech Macon
WHEN: Friday, March 6 | 7-9 PM
WHERE: Meet in Fall Line Brewing Co. Parking Lot – Ride is approximately 8 miles
REGISTRATION: FREE – please register to help us plan
Neon up and roll out! Join Fall Line Brewing Co. & Bike Tech Macon for a glowing nighttime bike ride through Downtown as part of Fall Line Brewing Co.’s Art After Dark Festival.
Dress yourself and your bike in lights, glow sticks, neon — the brighter, the better! The first 50 riders will receive free fairy lights to add to their glow.
