Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
Good morning, Macon.
On Saturday, the All Blues Music and Arts Revival lit up Macon at the Mill Hill Community Arts Center lawn where dozens gathered with lawn chairs and umbrellas to enjoy four live blues acts and local arts booths.
The nonprofit All Blues Cultural Preservation Society said it started the event during Macon’s bicentennial in 2023 — and it is quickly becoming an annual celebration of our local heritage.
Residents in Macon can attend free classical concerts, craft nights and virtual art talks, along with health walks, themed bar crawls and spooky attractions from today through October 23—each event scheduled at local venues offering unique experiences.
Many gathered downtown Macon-Bibb for the fourth annual Hispanic Heritage Festival—celebrating culture amid immigration enforcement concerns.
On Saturday, Mercer University students from the Engineering Honors Program and Tift College of Education modified battery-powered toy cars—creating 'Go Baby Go' rides that let children with disabilities move and play more freely.
The project, supported by Hutchinson Automotive Group, has already helped nearly 180 children since 2016 and provided new mobility for 15 local families on Saturday.
Westfield won its ninth state softball championship—head coach Ryan Wetherington earned his fourth title in a row.
Oc-TOBO-Fest 2025
3-7 p.m. — Sandy Beach Water Park — $3 per person — Celebrate fall with crafts, food trucks, music, and fun at Lake Tobesofkee.
Rumours ATL - A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
8-9:30 p.m. — Capitol Theatre Macon — Cost not specified — Experience the most authentic live recreation of Fleetwood Mac’s golden era with Rumours ATL.
Book Signing with Lori B. Duff
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bear's Books — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening filled with humor and heartfelt stories from award-winning author Lori B. Duff.
Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Macon Coliseum — $10 parking — Join Mickey Mouse and friends on a magical journey through iconic Disney destinations.
Disney On Ice - Road Trip Adventures
1-2:30 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — Parking $10 — Experience magical adventures with Mickey Mouse and friends across beloved Disney destinations.
Lee Brice Concert
7-9 p.m. — Macon City Auditorium — Ticket info available — Country music star Lee Brice returns to Macon for an unforgettable night of live music.
Christmas Made in the South
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Macon Coliseum — $9 adults, kids free — Explore local crafts and holiday goodies at this festive annual market.
Festival of Trees Champagne Preview
5-7 p.m. — Museum of Arts and Sciences — $75 — Be the first to explore the Festival of Trees exhibition while enjoying delicacies and floral demonstrations.
Spirit of Christmas Festival on the Farm
5-9 p.m. — Skipper Family Farms — Free entry — Experience a charming festival with hot cocoa, holiday lights, and festive carolers.
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