Join us on Friday, October 13, from 5-7pm for a behind-the-scenes tour of downtown Macon’s transformative development. NewTown Macon’s Tour of Progress, presented by Cadence Bank, provides a sneak peek of projects underway and a look into what programs fuel our vibrant downtown. This event is family-friendly and FREE! This year, tours will be led …
Macon, GA – With funding from Wells Fargo, and in partnership with the Macon-Middle Georgia Black Pages, NewTown Macon just completed the fourth round of the Downtown Diversity Initiative. Today, NewTown Macon and the Macon-Middle Georgia Black Pages announced the winners of the 2023 Downtown Diversity Initiative at Churchills on Cherry. “NewTown and Macon-Middle Georgia …
Spirit Forward is a downtown Macon cocktail collaborative designed to highlight our talented bartenders/mixologists and promote locally distilled Georgia spirits! Each week, bartenders from participating bars, venues, and restaurants will be tasked with reimagining classic cocktails with an unexpected spirit. On Mondays, NewTown Macon will select and announce a cocktail for every participating venue to …
Get ready for a fry-tastic celebration in Downtown Macon on July 13th, National French Fry Day! Join us all day for the friendly French Fry Fight, where participating restaurants will serve up their best and most creative fry specials. Explore the flavors of Downtown Macon as you try each mouthwatering fry creation and cast your …
Celebrate National Trails Day at Amerson River Park on June 3 from 9 am to 12 pm and help support one of Macon’s most beloved attractions – the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail (OHT). We’ll have a fun-filled day of free, family-friendly activities at the pavilion at Amerson, all aimed at raising funds and increasing awareness for …
Macon, GA –NewTown Macon and the Macon-Middle Georgia Black Pages will host the Downtown Diversity Initiative (DDI) this summer to attract more African American business owners to the urban core. Currently, 28% of downtown businesses are owned by African Americans, a statistic that does not reflect the demographics of Macon-Bibb County. The goal of the …
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“Black History in the Macon” is a blog post series highlighting the rich and diverse Black history currently in the making in Macon, Georgia. Through a series of informative and inspiring posts, readers will discover the contributions and accomplishments of African Americans who have shaped the city’s history. NewTown Macon will also spotlight members of …
Celebrate literacy and learning as we honor Dr. Seuss’ birthday during Read Across America Week! Join us during March First Friday for family-friendly crafts, games, and book giveaways inspired by Dr. Seuss throughout downtown Macon! Visit NewTown Macon’s First Friday Family Fun Zone in Third Street Park (in front Piedmont Brewery & Kitchen) for a …
Do you love downtown Macon? Are you ready to share the hype? Join the downtown Macon Hype Team! The Downtown Macon Hype Team is composed of community members who share a passion for the progress happening in downtown and a desire to promote it. Hype Team members serve as ambassadors during large events held in …
SHINE is an immersive public art experience activating vacant storefronts in the heart of downtown Macon. Featuring light and projection installations by Darya Fard & Craig Coleman, the experience transforms the Bibb Theatre and Newberry building into temporary works of art, showing possibilities for new uses for these historic spaces. OPENING RECEPTION DETAILSOpen to everyone! …
