Macon, GA Travel and Things to Do Guide
Nicknamed the city "Where Soul Lives" Macon is the third largest city in the state and is a heady amalgam of American history, from pre-Colonial to Civil War to rock 'n 'roll.
Nowhere else can you host a reception at the former home of the famed Allman Brothers Band, a banquet at the largest state sports museum in the U.S. or a conference at one of the most advanced antebellum buildings in the country.
But it is possible in Macon, which offers more than 10 meeting facilities and 51 hotels with meeting space.
Situated at the juncture of I-75 and I-16, Macon is easily accessible to travelers coming from any direction. Both ground and air shuttle service is available from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which is about 85 miles to the north, and the Middle Georgia Regional Airport.
At the center of Macon's meeting facilities is the Macon Centreplex, which encompasses the Wilson Convention Centre and Macon Coliseum (110,000 sq. ft. under one roof), and the nearby Macon City Auditorium. Overall, the Centreplex has more than 140,000 sq. ft. of space and seating for up to 9,250 guests spread across these three Macon event venues. Plus, the adjacent 220-room Macon Marriott City Center hotel has an additional 5,000 sq. ft. of event space.
Other large meeting facilities in Macon include the Anderson Conference Center, conveniently located near I-475, with 20,000 sq. ft. of space and a variety of room set-up options.
Many of Macon's colleges also feature sizable spaces for sporting and special events. The University Center Arena at Mercer University can seat over 4,000 guests, while Wesleyan College has dining rooms, auditoriums, conference rooms and more for groups of 50 to over 1,000 people.
Macon's historic homes, museums and entertainment attractions are great options for less traditional meeting spaces. The Hay House embodies Southern elegance with its 18th-century furnishings, Italian marble fireplaces, 24-karat gold leafing and stained glass. The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame can put some action into any company event or banquet and has several rooms for private events.
Additionally, the 1,000-seat Grand Opera House offers both elegant decor and modern audio-visual technology, ideal for seminars and presentations. There's nothing quite like wrapping up a presentation in the theater by raising the curtain to unveil a full-scale banquet set up on the stage, where attendees can dine looking out on the historic opera house's grandeur.
Nowhere else can you host a reception at the former home of the famed Allman Brothers Band, a banquet at the largest state sports museum in the U.S. or a conference at one of the most advanced antebellum buildings in the country.
But it is possible in Macon, which offers more than 10 meeting facilities and 51 hotels with meeting space.
Situated at the juncture of I-75 and I-16, Macon is easily accessible to travelers coming from any direction. Both ground and air shuttle service is available from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which is about 85 miles to the north, and the Middle Georgia Regional Airport.
At the center of Macon's meeting facilities is the Macon Centreplex, which encompasses the Wilson Convention Centre and Macon Coliseum (110,000 sq. ft. under one roof), and the nearby Macon City Auditorium. Overall, the Centreplex has more than 140,000 sq. ft. of space and seating for up to 9,250 guests spread across these three Macon event venues. Plus, the adjacent 220-room Macon Marriott City Center hotel has an additional 5,000 sq. ft. of event space.
Other large meeting facilities in Macon include the Anderson Conference Center, conveniently located near I-475, with 20,000 sq. ft. of space and a variety of room set-up options.
Many of Macon's colleges also feature sizable spaces for sporting and special events. The University Center Arena at Mercer University can seat over 4,000 guests, while Wesleyan College has dining rooms, auditoriums, conference rooms and more for groups of 50 to over 1,000 people.
Macon's historic homes, museums and entertainment attractions are great options for less traditional meeting spaces. The Hay House embodies Southern elegance with its 18th-century furnishings, Italian marble fireplaces, 24-karat gold leafing and stained glass. The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame can put some action into any company event or banquet and has several rooms for private events.
Additionally, the 1,000-seat Grand Opera House offers both elegant decor and modern audio-visual technology, ideal for seminars and presentations. There's nothing quite like wrapping up a presentation in the theater by raising the curtain to unveil a full-scale banquet set up on the stage, where attendees can dine looking out on the historic opera house's grandeur.
Weather and Seasonality
No matter when you visit, there's always a new side of Macon waiting to be discovered.
Spring arrives in a spectacular shade of pink during the International Cherry Blossom Festival, when hundred of thousands of blooming cherry trees paint Macon pink.
Summer brings long, sunny days perfect for getting outdoors and enjoying the water, while cooler fall temperatures set the scene for festivals, outdoor adventures and colorful seasonal celebrations.
In winter, Macon twinkles with millions of holiday lights, Christmas markets, festive performances and seasonal events that fill the city with joy.
Spring arrives in a spectacular shade of pink during the International Cherry Blossom Festival, when hundred of thousands of blooming cherry trees paint Macon pink.
Summer brings long, sunny days perfect for getting outdoors and enjoying the water, while cooler fall temperatures set the scene for festivals, outdoor adventures and colorful seasonal celebrations.
In winter, Macon twinkles with millions of holiday lights, Christmas markets, festive performances and seasonal events that fill the city with joy.
| Month | High/Low °F | Seasonality |
|---|---|---|
| January | 58°/36° | Medium |
| February | 62°/38° | Medium |
| March | 69°/45° | High |
| April | 78°/52° | Medium |
| May | 85°/60° | Medium |
| June | 90°/68° | Medium |
| July | 92°/71° | Medium |
| August | 92°/70° | Medium |
| September | 87°/65° | High |
| October | 78°/53° | High |
| November | 68°/43° | High |
| December | 60°/37° | High |