Events Happening in Macon: July 17th - July 25th
Friday, July 17th, 2026
The Wizard of Oz
Macon Little Theatre presents the classic musical – The Wizard of Oz
Follow Dorothy and her friends down the Yellow Brick Road in this timeless adventure filled with magic, heart, and unforgettable songs. With lovable characters, thrilling twists, and a journey that proves there’s no place like home, this enchanting production will delight with its wonder and charm.
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
Jul 17 - Jul 26, 2026
Jul 17, 2026 at 8:00pm (Fri)
Jul 18, 2026 at 8:00pm (Sat)
Jul 19, 2026 at 2:30pm (Sun)
Jul 23, 2026 at 8:00pm (Thu)
Jul 24, 2026 at 8:00pm (Fri)
Jul 25, 2026 at 8:00pm (Sat)
Jul 26, 2026 at 2:30pm (Sun)
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 July 18, our instructor will teach a painting of yellow sunflowers on a bright red background.
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
Jul 18, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Finding Shapes: Drawing from Found Objects Workshop
Join Savannah artist Adrienne Berkland for a unique workshop that combines community stewardship, observation, and drawing.
How do you turn a crushed can into a painting? It starts with learning how to see.
Join Savannah artist Adrienne Berkland for a unique workshop that combines community stewardship, observation, and drawing. Inspired by the themes of her exhibition Crushed It, participants will begin by taking part in a neighborhood cleanup around Tanglewood Art Studios before returning to the studio to create artwork inspired by objects discovered along the way.
What You’ll Learn
How to simplify complex subjects into shapes
Positive and negative space drawing techniques
Notan studies and value relationships
Sighting and measuring methods
Strategies for drawing with confidence
How artists find inspiration in unexpected places
What’s Included
Buckets, gloves, and trash pickers for the community cleanup activity
Artist demonstration
Drawing instruction
Art materials
Light refreshments
Details
Date: Saturday, July 18th
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Cost: $30
Location: Tanglewood Art Studios
1080 Third Street, Suite 500, Macon, GA
Suitable for ages 12+.
Class Size is limited to 12 participants to keep the space cozy and supportive.
Presented by Mama Hawk Draws at Tanglewood Art Studios
1080 Third St, Macon, GA 31201
Cost: $30
Purchase tickets here
Jul 18, 2026 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Shurling Library Summer Reading Finale
Celebrate another successful Summer Reading Program with a party at the Shurling Library!
Join us on Tuesday, July 21 from 4:30 to 5:30 PM for our Grand Finale Festival at the Shurling Library! Unearth gemstones and fossils at our dig station, receive your Dino Reading Race certificate, take a picture with a dino, and more! You can still track your minutes for the Summer Reading Challenge until August 8th, so aim to read for 25 hours this summer and don’t forget to show us your reading logs to win prizes!
Presented by Middle Georgia Regional Library at Shurling Library
1769 Shurling Dr, Macon, GA 31211
FREE
Jul 21, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Charles A. Lanford, M.D. Library Summer Reading Finale Party
Celebrate another successful Summer Reading Program with a party at the Charles A. Lanford, M.D. Library!
Join us at the Charles A. Lanford, M.D. Library on Wednesday, July 22 at 10:30 AM as we welcome the Georgia Farm Bureau Mobile Ag Experience! Enter a 36-foot mobile classroom showcasing Georgia Agriculture on-the-road! The Georgia Ag Experience uses technology and digital learning so children and patrons of all ages can take a deep-dive into seven different Georgia agricultural commodities.
You can still track your minutes for the Summer Reading Challenge until August 8th, so aim to read for 25 hours this summer and don’t forget to show us your reading logs to win prizes!
Presented by Middle Georgia Regional Library at Charles A. Lanford, M.D. Library
6504 Houston Rd, Macon, GA 31216
FREE
Jul 22, 2026 at 10:30 am
Paint & Sip
Learn to create a watercolor painting in a fun, relaxed setting. No painting experience required. Bring a beverage of your choice to sip on while you paint. Award-winning artist, Scott Serafy, will guide you through the steps to paint one of various subjects (florals, cityscapes, landscapes, still lifes). We are entering our third year of offering these paint-and-sips!
July’s subject will be a floral, in the style of the pictures shown here, with options for beginners, intermediates, and advanced levels. $30 includes all materials for the class. The workshop starts at 7pm and goes for 2 hours. There are 10 spots available for the class.
You may register by calling the gallery, 478.744.9557, or sending an email to [email protected]
The deadline to register is Friday, July 17. A late fee applies after the deadline.
Presented by Middle Georgia Art Association at Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery
2330 Ingleside Ave, Macon, GA 31204
Admission: $30
Phone: (478) 744-9557
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://middlegeorgiaart.org
Jul 23, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Bloomfield Library Summer Reading Finale Party
Celebrate another successful Summer Reading Program with a party at the Bloomfield Library!
Join us on Thursday, July 23 at 2:00 PM for a free pizza party at the Bloomfield Library located at the Bloomfield-Gilead Rec Center!
You can still track your minutes for the Summer Reading Challenge until August 8th, so aim to read for 25 hours this summer and don’t forget to show us your reading logs to win prizes!
Presented by Middle Georgia Regional Library at Bloomfield Library
1931 Rocky Creek Rd, Macon, GA 31206
FREE
Jul 23, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Cathy Ivey Community Library Summer Reading Finale Party
Celebrate another successful Summer Reading Program with a party at the Cathy Ivey Community Library!
Join us on Friday, July 24 at 10:30 AM for a Prize Book Walk at the Cathy Ivey Community Library! Dress as your favorite book character and win a prize if you land on the called book, then hang out with your friends Pete the Cat and Tiny T. Rex!
You can still track your minutes for the Summer Reading Challenge until August 8th, so aim to read for 25 hours this summer and don’t forget to show us your reading logs to win prizes!
Presented by Middle Georgia Regional Library at Cathy Ivey Community Library
5494 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210
FREE
Jul 24, 2026 from 10:30 am to 12:30 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 July 24, our instructor will teach a painting of a bridge over a lily-covered pond.
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
Jul 24, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Washington Memorial Library Summer Reading Finale Party
Celebrate another successful Summer Reading Program with a party at the Washington Memorial Library!
Join us on Saturday, July 25 at 2:00 PM to celebrate your Summer Reading Success at the Washington Memorial Library! We’ll have snacks, games, and crafts for the whole family to enjoy.
You can still track your minutes for the Summer Reading Challenge until August 8th, so aim to read for 25 hours this summer and don’t forget to show us your reading logs to win prizes!
Presented by Middle Georgia Regional Library at Washington Memorial Library
1180 Washington Ave, Macon, GA 31201
FREE
Jul 25, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Reptile Day
Don’t miss out on Reptile Day July 25, 2026! Enjoy live animal experiences, meet and greets with all of our slithering friends, and reptile activities all day long!
The Museum of Arts and Sciences is excited to announce Reptile Day is back again for 2026! Enjoy live animal experiences, meet and greets with all of our slithering friends, and reptile activities all day long! Don’t miss out on Reptile Day July 25, 2026! We can’t wait to see you there! This event is FREE for members and included in our regular admission prices.
Hear all about reptiles from these visiting partners:
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Georgia Reptile Society
Presented by Museum of Arts and Sciences at Museum of Arts and Sciences
4182 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210
General Admission:
• Members: FREE
• Children under 3: Free
• Adults (18+): $10
• Children (3-17): $5
• Senior Citizens (62+): $8
• Military (with ID): $8
• College Students (with ID): $7
Jul 25, 2026 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
