WEEKEND WACTH: Cherry Blossom Festival’s final weekend, other events
Here’s your guide on fun things to do this weekend.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As the Pinkest Party on Earth winds down, Macon is gearing up for one last burst of fun, food, and festivities. Here’s your guide to the Cherry Blossom Festival’s grand finale weekend—plus a look at some other popular events happening this weekend. This is your 41 NBC Weekend Watch!
Final Chance for Pink Pancakes
Kick off your Saturday morning at the beloved Pink Pancake Breakfast, hosted by the Macon-Bibb Fire Department in partnership with Macon Bacon. From 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., head over for all-you-can-eat pink pancakes, sausage, bacon, orange juice, milk, and coffee. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children 5 and under, with every dollar supporting the American Cancer Society.
Food Truck Frenzy & Cherry Market
Foodies, rejoice! Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Cherry Street will be lined with food trucks from across the South, serving up everything from sweet treats to savory meals and festival favorites. This year introduces even more fun: the new Kids Zone on Second Street features Peachy Playtown and Gellyball, while live music presented by Parish on Cherry keeps the energy high. The Cherry Market also brings together vendors from across the region for unique shopping opportunities.
CBF Isekai: Esports & Anime Convention
Step into another world at CBF Isekai, the festival’s official Esports and Anime Convention, taking place Saturday (11 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Sunday (12 p.m.–5 p.m.). Enjoy high-stakes esports tournaments, cosplay contests, a vibrant vendor hall, meet-and-greets with voice actors from Dragon Ball Z and other hit anime, and a unique Itasha car display. There’s even a live wrestling show! Weekend passes are $25 (kids under 10 get in free).
AJ the DJ Closes Out the Festival
The musical highlight of the weekend is AJ the DJ, a Central Georgia legend, who takes the Coca-Cola Entertainment Stage at Carolyn Crayton Park for a Sunday sendoff. Kids can join a party from 4 to 6 p.m., while adults take over at 7 p.m. The Nightly Concert Series is included with your $10 festival admission (children 10 and under are free), and don’t miss the discounted unlimited ride wristbands—just $20 for all the fun you can handle.
Mulberry Arts & Crafts Festival
Macon’s historic Mulberry Street transforms into an open-air marketplace for the 55th Annual Mulberry Arts & Crafts Festival, happening Saturday (10 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Sunday (10 a.m.–5 p.m.). Browse handmade crafts, art, and one-of-a-kind finds, and stop by the Field Cut Flowers tent for fresh tulip bunches. Admission is free and open to the public.
Pleasant Hill Community Porch Pop-Up Series
On Saturday at noon, Alpha Rho Chapter of Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority in partnership with Reimagining the Civic Commons Macon is hosting the Pleasant Hill Community Porch Pop-Up Series. Enjoy classic games like dominoes, spades, and chess, plus activities for the kids. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy this free, family-friendly afternoon at the Mattie Hubbard Jones Park in Macon.
Easter Basket Bash in Warner Robins
Round out your weekend with the Easter Basket Bash at Friendship Baptist Church in Warner Robins, Sunday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Kids and families can enjoy free food, games, inflatables, a petting zoo, and prizes!
