Events Happening in Macon: May 15th - May 23rd
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Happy Places
Macon Arts Alliance is happy to present their May exhibit, “Happy Places”, featuring a collection of diverse works from various artists. This exhibit explores the spaces—real or imagined—that bring us comfort, calm, and joy. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, “Happy Places” is a space for artists to reflect on the places we return to when the world feels heavy.
The “Happy Places” opening reception will be on First Friday, May 1, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
“Happy Places” will be available to view from May 1 – May 29.
Presented by Macon Arts Alliance at Macon Arts Gallery
486 First Street, Macon, GA 31201
FREE
May 1 - May 29, 2026
Summer Reading Pre-Registration Party: Bloomfield Library
Join us for some fun and sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge as we get ready for our Summer Reading Program 2026: Unearth A Story!
Presented by Middle Georgia Regional Library at Bloomfield Library
1931 Rocky Creek Rd, Macon, GA 31206
FREE
May 15, 2026 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Kool-Aid and Canvas
At Kool-Aid & Canvas, an artist takes children age 6-12 step-by-step through the process of creating a fun painting with acrylic paints on a real canvas. The students learn a variety of painting techniques to inspire them in their own creative endeavors. Parents are encouraged to drop their child off and pick them up when class is over, or sign up to paint along with their child. The workshop starts at 10:30 am and lasts an hour and a half. $20 includes all materials for the class and a drink to sip. On Saturday, May 16, Dee will teach a painting of blue flowers in a field.
To see our complete class schedule, visit: https://www.the567center.org/art-classes/
Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
$20 per person, includes all supplies
May 16, 2026 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Corks & Canvas in Oil
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 $40, and includes all art supplies. The workshop starts at 6:30 pm and lasts three hours. On May 16, Rachel Harrelson will teach a painting of a mother Bluejay watching over her nest full of eggs on a lovely spring day.
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
$40 includes all materials for an 11 x 14 oil painting
May 16, 2026 from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Ride Ready: Family Bike Basics
Join Bike Walk Macon at Amerson River Park for a free Family Ride Ready class designed for kids who already know how to ride a bike and are ready to practice in a safe, real-world environment.
The class will begin at the Playground Pavilion parking lot.
Class Details:
Amerson is the perfect classroom - with wide paths, very low traffic roads, and plenty of space to ride at a comfortable pace away from cars.
During this class, families will learn and practice:
The ABC Quick Check to make sure bikes are safe before every ride
Proper helmet fit and safety, using bike lights
Basic road and path safety
How to ride predictably and confidently around others
Tips for riding together as a family in parks and on neighborhood streets
After learning the basics, participants will take a guided, low-pace ride through the park to put their new skills into action.
This class is free to attend and will be offered on March 21, April 11, and May 16. Each rider will receive a helmet, rechargeable bike lights, and bike safety education materials while supplies last.
This class is not for brand-new riders. Children should already be able to pedal, steer, and stop on their own. Come ready to ride, learn, and explore Amerson River Park together!
Presented by Bike Walk Macon at Amerson River Park
2600 Riverview Rd, Macon, GA 31204
FREE
May 16, 2026 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Music and the Arts, Vineville United Methodist Church
Join us for a fun performance of traditional Dixieland Jazz!
Presented by Music and the Arts at Vineville United Methodist Church at Vineville United Methodist Church
2045 Vineville Ave, Macon, GA 31204
FREE
May 17, 2026 at 4:00 pm
MAMA'S BOY
Featuring: Dee Armstrong, Tony Hightower, Jeffery Lewis, Brandi Bailey, Patricia Harris, Malika Jones, Steven Little, Rev. Tony Shelley, Rev. Dr. John Williams.
A POWERFUL STAGE PLAY written, directed and produced by Jacqueline Sutton Ball.
Presented by Sutton Glory Ministries, in partnership with the Douglass Theatreat Douglass Theatre
355 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Macon, GA 31208
Purchase tickets here
May 17, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Heathers: the Musical
MLT After Dark presents Heathers: the Musical
In this bold and edgy musical, the lives of high school students spiral into chaos as power struggles, dark humor, and intense drama unfold. With sharp dialogue and a killer soundtrack, the show dives deep into the darker side of adolescence.
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
May 8 - May 17, 2026
May 14, 2026 at 8:00pm (Thu)
May 15, 2026 at 8:00pm (Fri)
May 16, 2026 at 8:00pm (Sat)
May 17, 2026 at 2:30pm (Sun)
Jazz on Walnut Street
Walnut Street Music Presents An Evening of Jazz with the Matt Miller Quintet. We invite you to come celebrate a wonderful evening of Jazz. Come enjoy the casual feeling and creative improvisational stylings of The Matt Miller Quintet. www.matthewtmiller.com
Presented by Walnut Street Music at Christ Church at Christ Episcopal Church
582 Walnut St, Macon, GA 31201
Purchase tickets here
May 20, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Watercolor & Wine
Learn to create a 9 x 12 holiday watercolor painting in a fun, relaxed setting. No painting or drawing experience required. Bring a beverage of your choice to sip on while you paint. Artist Jenn Morris will help you gain confidence in watercolor with a quick practice painting, then guide you through the steps to paint a colorful floral scene with flying dragonflies. $30 includes all materials for the workshop ($25 for members of The 567). May 20, 7:00-9:00 pm.
To register, visit https://www.the567center.org/art-classes or call (478) 238-6051.
About the instructor
Jenn Morris has loved arts and crafts her entire life and learned painting basics from her artist grandfather at a very young age. While her grandfather specialized in oil painting, Jenn’s favorite medium is watercolor. She has been practicing for several years and enjoys sharing it with others.
Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
$30 includes all materials
May 20, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 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. No painting experience required. Bring a beverage of your choice to sip on while you paint. The cost is $30, and includes all materials for an 11 x 14 painting (or $35 for a 16 x 20 painting). The workshops start at 7 pm and lasts two and a half hours. On May 30, our instructor, Amanda Long, will teach a painting of a pink flamingo lounging on the beach.
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
$30 includes all materials for an 11 x 14 painting, or $35 for a 16 x 20 painting
May 23, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
