Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza Opening Concert with Macon Pops FREE!
Friday, November 29 | 6pm to 8pm
Intersection of First Street and Poplar Street
The Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza will kick off with a live concert by Macon Pops! Bring your chair and sit under the lights while listening to performances of your favorite holiday tunes by local artists and Macon Pops, an innovative, high energy, and world-class orchestra!
Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza presented by Northway Church FREE!
November 29 – January 3 | 6pm to 10pm, nightly
Poplar Street and Third Street
During this free holiday event, 500,000 lights adorn 4 city blocks in Downtown Macon while moving in time to the music of Macon Pops!
Shop Small Saturday
Saturday, November 30
Downtown Macon
Shop local during Shop Small Saturday on November 30! Downtown Macon businesses will have specials and deals.
Photos with the Grinch FREE!
November 30 and December 7 and 14 | 1pm to 3pm
Golden Bough Bookstore- 371 Cotton Avenue
Pictures with Santa are cool– but pictures with the Grinch are cooler indeed! The most famous greenie-meanie from Dr. Seuss’ Christmas tale will stop in at the Golden Bough Bookstore for pictures and treats. Bring your camera and stop in to see the Grinch! Family Friendly.
12 Beers of Christmas
December 1-24
Just Tap’d- 488 First Street
It’s the most wonderful time for a beer! Join Just Tap’d this holiday season for the annual 12 Beers of Christmas! It’s simple– drink all 12 beers on tap and receive a FREE limited edition Just Tap’d Christmas t-shirt!
Simply Holidays
Every Sunday Until Dec. 22 from 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Travis Jean Emporium- 522 Cherry Street
Shop local and check off your Christmas list during Simply Holidays at Travis Jean Emporium! Featuring local artists Paige Horton, James Worsham, Sean Williams, Chance Moorman, Connor Henderson, and Blaine Dunham!
Macon-Bibb County Christmas Parade FREE!
Sunday, December 1 | 4pm
Downtown Macon
One of Central Georgia’s favorite traditions! The parde circles Cherry and Mulberry Streets in Downtown Macon. Public parking is available.
Christmas Looks Good on You!
Monday, December 2 | 5pm to 7:30pm
Spa Medical- 598 Third Street
Join Spa Medical for an evening of champagne and hors d’oeuvres, door prizes, live demos, and more!
Community Tree Lighting FREE!
Thursday, December 5 | 6:30pm
Macon City Auditorium- 415 First Street
Join the third graders of Macon-Bibb County Schools as they light our community Christmas tree on the steps of the Macon City Auditorium.
Elf The Musical
December 6-21 | Various Times
Theatre Macon- 438 Cherry Street
A title known the world over, Elf The Musical is based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf. Tickets available at theatremacon.com beginning Nov. 27.
Handmade Holiday Reception
Friday, December 6 | 5pm to 8pm
Macon Arts Alliance- 486 First Street
Handmade Holiday features artisan gifts, glass ornaments, jewelry, sculpture, pottery, and paintings thoughtfully curated from collections of regional artists for the gifting season.
Holiday Market
Friday, December 6 | 5pm to 11pm
Travis Jean Emporium- 522 Cherry Street
Join Travis Jean Emporium for a fun-filled night of art, music, and more featuring the Girl Like Me series by Sheila Mae, handcrafted ornaments, holiday candles, and your favorite seasonal confections!
First Friday featuring Scarves for S’mores FREE!
Friday, December 6 | 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Poplar Street between Second Street and Third Street
Bring new or lightly used winter clothing for those in need during the holiday season and join NewTown Macon for s’mores at the Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza.
Mercer University Lessons and Carols FREE!
December 6-7 | 7:30pm
St. Joseph Catholic Church- 830 Poplar Street
The Mercer University Department of Music presents the annual Lessons and Carols conducted by Dr. Stanley Roberts.
Selfies with Santa FREE!
December 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 | 6pm to 10pm
Poplar Street and Third Street
Take a selfie with Santa under the lights during the Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza! Be sure to come downtown on December 21 when LIVE reindeer accompany Santa. Carriage rides will be available on the same weekends for a fee.
Selfies with Elfies FREE!
Saturday, December 7 | All day
Travis Jean Emporium- 522 Cherry Street
Take a selfie with the elves as they take over Travis Jean Emporium and Cherry Street!
Downtown Tacky Christmas Crawl FREE!
Saturday, December 7 | 6pm to midnight
Downtown Macon
Visit Downtown Macon for a night of tacky sweaters, Christmas cocktails, local businesses, holiday discounts, and so much more!
Hall-iday Hangout FREE!
December 8, 15, 22 | 4pm to 7pm
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame- 301 Cherry Street
Come hang out at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame prior to viewing the Main Street Christmas Light Extravaganza. Enjoy Christmas music, cookies & cocoa, kids crafts, and Christmas movies in the theatre. Free and open to the public (including museum admission)!
Christmas Pajama Dinner
Monday, December 9
Ocmulgee Brewpub- 484 Second Street
Join Ocmulgee Brewpub for a night of magical Christmas fun for the whole family! Wear your favorite, comfiest pajamas and receive one FREE kid’s meal when you purchase an adult entree.
Nutcracker of Middle Georgia
December 11-15 at 7:30pm, December 14-15 at 2:30pm
The Grand Opera House- 651 Mulberry Street
The Nutcracker of Middle Georgia returns for its 35th season at the Grand Opera House. Come witness the magic of this Christmas tradition at any of six performances! Tickets at thegrandmacon.com
Harry Potter Days
December 12-15
Reboot Retrocade and Bar- 566 Cherry Street
Have a Very Harry Christmas with Harry Potter movie bingo and trivia, the Yule Ball & costume contest, and a baking contest and scavenger hunt!
Macon Bike Party FREE!
Thursday, December 12 | 6pm
Bike Walk Macon- 338 Poplar Street
Start at the Bike Walk Macon office and Holiday Hustle it through downtown by bike. Wear that ugly sweater! Z Beans will be setting up coffee and hot chocolate just for participants!
Twelve Days of Discounts!
December 13-24
Ocmulgee Brewpub- 484 Second Street
Ocmulgee Brewpub has 12 full days of Christmas beers, discounts, contests and more! There’s never been a more wonderful time of the year for a beer!
Handel’s Messiah
Friday, December 13 | 7:30pm
St. Joseph Catholic Church- 830 Poplar Street
The Choral Society of Middle Georgia presents George F. Handel’s Messiah with Dr. Stanley Roberts, Conductor. Contact the Choral Society of Middle Georgia for tickets at admin@csmga.org or (478) 216-7841.
Christmas in Downtown FREE!
Saturday, December 14 | 2pm to 6pm
First Street, Downtown Macon
Join Middle Georgia’s largest family Christmas festival in Rosa Parks Square, Downtown Macon, GA. FREE hot chocolate, selfies with Santa Claus, LIVE Christmas music– and even snow!
Christmas Cookie and Beer Flight Pairing
Wednesday, December 18
Ocmulgee Brewpub- 484 Second Street
Santa shouldn’t be the only one who gets cookies this season– and with beer pairings to boot! What better way to enjoy this festive treat?!
O’Tis The Season
Thursday, December 19 | 7 pm
Hargray Capitol Theatre- 382 Second Street
Celebrate the holiday season with the Otis Redding Foundation! Tickets at otisreddingfoundation.org
The Polar Express FREE!
Friday, December 20 | 6pm
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame- 301 Cherry Street
The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame will show The Polar Express and offer train rides for children on the lawn!
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Friday, December 20 | 7pm
The Grand Opera House- 651 Mulberry Street
From the mind of Tim Burton comes a heartwarming Christmas tale for those who don’t have hearts… Or skin! Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloweentown stumbles onto Christmastown and, like most of us, is delighted by the experience! Deciding he wants Santa’s job, he has the jolly old elf kidnapped and infuses Christmas with a little Halloween mischief and mayhem.
Black Nativity
Saturday, December 21 | 7pm
Macon City Auditorium- 415 First Street
Black Nativity is a soul-stirring rendition of the Christmas Story that features thrilling voices, exciting dance, and glorious gospel music. Tickets at maconcentreplex.org.
Christmas Songs and Stories with John Berry
Saturday, December 21 | 7:30pm
The Grand Opera House- 651 Mulberry Street
Returning to The Grand for the 23rd year, John’s special take on the Christmas season has become a Macon tradition! Hear a mix of Berry classic hits like “Your Love Amazes Me”, “Standing On The Edge Of Goodbye”, and “I Think About It All The Time” along with holiday favorites, including his always-standing-ovation performance of “O Holy Night”. Tickets at thegrandmacon.com.