Strap in y’all because this is going to be a long one. It’s Bragg Jam weekend and we’re super excited! If you’re new to Macon, Bragg Jam was created as a memorial to Macon brothers Brax and Tate Bragg. It is one of the most anticipated annual events in middle Georgia. We’ve got the full rundown below, plus plenty of other fun stuff … but first, something new.
You know that feeling when you realize you waited too long to look for tickets to a show? Maybe it’s sold out or the only tickets you can find are really expensive?
“No more soup for you. NEXT!”
We’re adding a new feature to the weekly events list. Here’s your Heads Up! that tickets to Jerry Seinfeld’s November 2nd performance at Macon City Auditorium go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 26th. Click here for details and to purchase.
Thursday, July 25
Marvel vs. DC Trivia Night
Come test your superhero/villain knowledge. Dress up and enjoy Superman ice cream floats (make them boozy!). Where are the Deadpool/Wolverine fans? Head to Society Garden for a night of fun.
7 p.m.; free; Society Garden, 2389 Ingleside Avenue, 31204.
Friday/Saturday/Sunday, July 26 – 28
Bragg Jam features more than 24 local, regional and national acts performing on stages across Macon. Some venues are open to all; others are 21+. And if you’ve got kids, you can still have plenty of fun. Proceeds benefit the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail and other local civic improvements. We’ve got details on the main events below, but first — there’s pre-gaming!
Friday – aka The Night Before The Thing
6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Celebrate Bragg Jam by painting your way to the rhythm of your favorite summer songs. Paint your own way or Artspace Macon can provide a pre-drawn summer-themed canvas, neon colors, and an array of collage materials to make a vibrant statement. Cost is $25; Register in advance at this link; Artspace Macon, 2378 Ingleside Avenue, 31204.
7 p.m. Start the weekend early with a free show featuring Joelton Mayfield, 100 Watt Horse, Michael Suhr, and DJ Friendship. Check them out below! Admission is free, but reservation is required; Grants Lounge, 576 Poplar Street, 31201. NOTE: This is a 21+ event.
10 p.m. Alex Stone Trio, headed by Alex Stone of Direwoof, performs at Vice Bar, 499 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 31201.
Saturday – Bragg Jam Concert Crawl (and some other fun stuff)
9 a.m. Compete in a Pickleball Round Robin at Rhythm & Rally for a chance to win VIP tickets to the Concert Crawl! There are two groups: Beginner and Intermediate. Register online here.
12 p.m. Start your Bragg Jam Day with The Society Garden’s kid-friend “Bragg Fam”! Enjoy a bounce house, free face painting and balloon artist, music by B3 and Kelley Dixson, a meet and greet with Fairytales & Friends, and so much more. Tickets are $10 for an adult with up to four kids. Purchase in advance or at the door.
4:30 p.m. BRAGG JAM CONCERT CRAWL gets underway in downtown Macon. With 24 bands spread across six venues (full lineup here), you’ve got options, options, options! Purchase your tickets in advance and before you start on your musical adventure, be sure to grab a refreshing gourmet popsicle from Frios Macon pop-up outside Bragg Jam HQ on Poplar Street.
We dropped some links to whet your ears.
Sunday – Time to recover???
11 a.m. Enjoy Bragg Brunch at Fall Line Brewing Co. There’s live music, bottomless mimosas, Bloody Marys, and brunch favorites. Register at: https://www.eventeny.com/events/braggbrunch-11931/
1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Come to Rhythm & Rally and play pickleball for free if you show your Bragg Jam wristband! Rhythm & Rally, 3661 Eisenhower Parkway, 31206
Monday, July 29
Creative Crafters
Does your kid love to make art? Here’s a chance to foster their imagination while making a Mythical Lantern. This class is aimed at kids age 7-12 and is taught by an artist and an IB-certified teacher. All supplies and a light snack are included.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; $30, with a 10% discount for sibling groups; Artspace Macon, 2378 Ingleside Avenue, 31204
Tuesday, July 30
Social Dance Class
Want to up your game on the dance floor? How about a little ballroom or steppin’ (Don’t know what steppin is? Here’s a lovely video that explains it). You can take a class at Venue Intimate Events. Get a little exercise, learn something, meet new people.
6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.; $10; Venue Intimate Events, 3105 Vineville Avenue, 31204; for more information, call (478) 747-1759.
Wednesday, July 31
Highest-charting Christian album by a Woman
Christian singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle’s debut album reached #1 on Billboard’s Top Christian Albums in 2015 and her 2018 “You Say” found crossover success peaking at #29 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Enjoy some of her classics and newer music at this show.
7 p.m.; $32.50 – $72.50 through Ticketmaster; Atrium Health Amphitheater, 3657 Eisenhower Parkway, 31206
Hop, Skip and a Jump… Friday July 26 – Sunday July 28
Is fishing your passion? If so, then you won’t want to miss the 2024 Georgia Outdoor News’ Ag-Pro Outdoor Blast. It features hundreds of vendors, dozens of fishing-focused seminars led by experienced anglers, and plenty of food to fill your belly.
Times vary based on the day; $10, includes automatic entry into hourly chance to win the gun raffle; LakePoint Sports Champion Center, 261 Stars Way, Cartersville, GA 30121
