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  • A New Holiday Tradition Joins Downtown Macon – The Inaugural Marché de Noel: Macon Christmas Market
    From Visit Macon – Downtown Macon has become a must-visit holiday destination thanks to the beloved Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza, which draws increasing numbers of visitors each year to experience the magic of millions of sparkling lights. This December 5-14, 2025, the festive atmosphere will grow even brighter as Cherry Street Plaza welcomes the first-ever […]

    December 5, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Macon-Bibb IT seeking feedback for website redesign
    Macon-Bibb County’s IT Department is currently in the process of redesigning the consolidated government’s website, and it is looking for feedback from the public about the current site and what they’d like to have changed or improved for the new site. The survey is live online now for people to fill out with their opinions […]

    December 5, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • MBCTA celebrates completion of Spirit of Macon Park
    A once “dreary and scary” corner in downtown Macon has officially been transformed into a welcoming, colorful green space. On Tuesday, December 2, the Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority (MBCTA) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Spirit of Macon Park, located at the corner of Fifth Street and Poplar Street, next to the Macon Transit Authority. You […]

    December 5, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Commission approves for outdoor warning system replacement and upgrade
    Macon-Bibb County is moving forward with a major upgrade to its tornado and severe weather siren system. On Tuesday, December 2, the Commission approved the use of $2,782,934 in SPLOST funds for replacement and long-term maintenance. The project will update sirens at 56 existing locations across the county. In addition to installing the new equipment, […]

    December 5, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Recreation Department hosts birthday celebration for Little Richard
    The Macon-Bibb County Recreation Department is proud to host a special birthday celebration honoring one of Macon’s most legendary musical icons, Little Richard. The event will take place at the Little Richard House & Resource Center (416 Craft Street) on December 5, what would have been his 93rd birthday. People can drop in at any […]

    December 5, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Tables sold out, ticket sales still available Mayor’s Sneaker Ball
    Get your sneakers and your best fit ready for the 4th Annual Mayor’s Sneaker Ball! The Ball will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the Macon City Auditorium (415 1st Street). While all tables are officially sold out, there are still balcony tickets are still available and you can secure your party pass right now. […]

    December 5, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Downtown Macon Prepares for the 2025 Macon It Home for the Holidays Parade
    Mark your calendars! Downtown Macon is preparing for the Macon It Home for the Holidays Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 4:00 p.m – a festive tradition that brings our community together each holiday season. This year’s Macon It Home for the Holidays Christmas Parade will begin at Poplar and 5th Street, travel down Cherry Street, […]

    December 1, 2025 published by Emily Hopkins

  • Brookdale residents celebrate Thanksgiving with community support
    On Tuesday, November 25, residents at the Brookdale Resource Center were treated to a special Thanksgiving meal thanks to the generosity of local business Sonny’s BBQ. The restaurant donated and catered a traditional holiday meal, bringing warmth, comfort, and a sense of celebration to families staying at the Center. “We’re incredibly grateful for Sonny’s BBQ’s […]

    November 26, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Lighting Up Downtown: Macon’s Holiday Transformation
    This week on the Macon It podcast, we sit down with Bryan Nichols, the creative force behind the Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza. What started as a simple idea, has quickly become a must-see experience for families across the region. In this episode, Bryan shares the story of how the extravagant light display first began, from […]

    November 25, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Portions of Second & Third Streets closed for Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza
    A portion of the intersections at Third and Poplar, and Second and Poplar Streets will be closed through January 5 for the Downtown Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza. This will allow people to cross Second and Third Street safely when enjoying the light show. If you’re driving down Poplar Street, you will not be able to […]

    November 25, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

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