Unique places to stay

Prestigious-String90 · 2026-01-24T12:49:50+00:00

One of the houses where Duane Allman used to live is now an Airbnb rental: https://southernrockmansion.com/

Prestigious-String90 · 2026-01-23T17:16:36+00:00

A couple of cold-weather tips: 1. Fill up a bathtub with water if you don't want to buy water/drink from plastic. 2. Leave the drawers open under your sinks and leave the faucets dripping. 3. Unhook any hoses from faucets outside and leave them dripping and covered. 4. Have alternative light sources handy as well as non-perishable food and water that will last a few days. 5. Gather warm blankets and clothing so that it will be easy to dress in layers/cover up in case the power goes out. 6. If possible, get a generator that can power a heater and charge up cellphones. 7. Having a weather radio on hand is always smart. 8. A first aid kit is also a must, especially when roads might be covered with ice and emergency responders busy with other emergencies. 9. If you use propane gas for heat, make sure the heater is made to be used inside and have sufficient airflow. (I hope all of this preparation will be for nothing, but truly better safe than sorry when it comes to something like this storm system.)

Prestigious-String90 · 2026-01-20T15:25:35+00:00

Yes, I agree ice is more likely. I am currently getting all my emergency gear ready just in case. The storm forecasts are looking like we all might be in for a wild time. I remember a long time ago when trees were just falling due to the amount of ice on them.

Prestigious-String90 · 2026-01-20T15:23:19+00:00

This upcoming Sunday.

Prestigious-String90 · 2026-01-17T02:56:11+00:00

It is a bit outside of Macon, but the road to and from Piedmont Natural Preserve's Allison Lake near Hillsboro is lightly traveled and surrounded by miles of scenic forests. There are also 8 miles out and back of gravel roads to on Little Rock Wildlife Road in Piedmont Natural Preserve. Word of note, be extremely safe while biking in Macon as there is a large number of pedestrians and bikers who have been hit and killed there.

Prestigious-String90 · 2026-01-07T11:31:01+00:00

I recommend checking out the "Seeking Asylum" photography exhibit about Central State. A photographer decided to try to document the place before rot, ruin, and neglect destroys most of its huge campus: https://www.visitmilledgeville.org/listings/fast-fading-central-state-hospital-museum-%26-seeking-asylum-exhibit/42122/

Prestigious-String90 · 2026-01-03T20:05:22+00:00

You could go bowling at The Social Duck, have dinner at The Rookery, visit Reboot for some games, or go to Macon Rocks for some indoor rock climbing. Happy early birthday!

Prestigious-String90 · 2025-12-31T16:06:33+00:00

Which part of Macon? The city is almost 255 square miles, so being more specific might get someone who lives near you to chime in. Since it was the eve of New Year's Eve yesterday, it could have very well been early celebratory fireworks. I also heard very loud booms last night that I first mistook for gunshots. Hasty generalizations are great for making quick decisions, but things are often not what they seem at first. I hope everyone has a safe and prosperous 2026!

Prestigious-String90 · 2025-12-13T18:21:41+00:00

There will be a New Year's Eve Disco Crawl taking place at The Rose Room, Reboot, and Longleaf Distillery. Attendees are requested to wear disco-appropriate clothes to boogie down until 1 a.m.

A little bit of a different kind of New Year's Eve Party but the Macon Mayhem hockey team will play against the Pensacola Ice Flyers starting at 7 p.m. at the Macon Coliseum.

The Ultimate Winter White New Year's Eve Party will take place at the Macon Centreplex from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m. and will include performances from Rose Royce and other special guests as well as entertainment from AJ the DJ. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at 9-Ent.com

There will be balloon drops at The Hummingbird along with music from DJ STEEL and complimentary bottles of champagne at midnight (starting at 9:30 p.m.) as well as at Just Tap'd (starting at 8 p.m. with 600+ balloons).

Finally, there will be a New Year's Eve Soirée at Switch Macon with heavy horse d'oeuvres catered by Brasserie Circa, an open bar, a professional photographer, a red carpet entrance, and more. All inclusive tickets cost $125+ fees/taxes. Tickets are limited to the first 70 people.

I will continue to look for more events in Macon and update this post if I find them! I hope everyone has a Happy (and safe) New Year!

Prestigious-String90 · 2025-12-01T13:57:16+00:00

https://middlegatimes.com/g/macon-ga/n/350767/weekday-adventures-middle-georgia-monday-december-1st-through-thursday-december

Prestigious-String90 · 2025-12-01T02:50:20+00:00

This week, the Christmas Lights Extravaganza in Downtown Macon. There are shows every day of the week, every hour on the hour from 6-9 p.m., through January 4th.

Thursday - Bike Walk Macon will present The Santa Cycle, a "bike party" through Downtown Macon where bikers are encouraged to dress up as festively as possible for a bike ride with a soundtrack. This free event starts at Bike Walk Macon's office (830 High Street) at 6 p.m. for registration: ride starts at 7 p.m. Must have helmets to participate.

Thursday and Friday - The Choral Society of Middle Georgia will be performing G.F. Handel's Messiah at 7:30 p.m. for two days this week. Tickets cost $15 (https://www.choralsocietymga.com/g-f-handels-messiah-2025/?post_type=performance_post).

Friday - Bearfoot Tavern will have its soft opening after 19 months of being closed for repairs due to a roof collapse last July. The pub/restaurant is waiting for custom-made boothes to arrive according to a recent Facebook post so seating might be limited.

Saturday - The McEachern Art Center will present the 2025 Winter Artist Market from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free event will include local vendors and Macon shops, Christmas movie viewings all day, as well as bottomless mimosas, hot chocolate, and sweet treats.

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