Weekend Watch: Festival of Trees Gala, Dust and Denim Fall Trail Ride and more happening in Middle Georgia
From a 40th anniversary celebration and rooftop music to a sing-along brunch and a Southern soul trail ride, here are some events to check out this weekend.
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, Middle Georgia has several events offering food, music, entertainment and opportunities to connect with the community.
Festival of Trees Gala
The Festival of Trees is celebrating 40 years with its annual gala Friday, November 13.
The black-tie event will feature food, live entertainment and a fine art sale. Guests can enjoy an open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres prepared by Brasserie Circa, along with live music from the Macon Music Revue.
The gala runs from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Museum of Arts and Sciences, located at 4182 Forsyth Road in Macon.
Admission is $125, and reservations are required. For more information, call 478-477-3232.
FAC — Friday After Class at Amici
Those looking to kick off the weekend early can head to Amici Macon for FAC, also known as Friday After Class.
The weekly rooftop event takes place Friday, November 13, from 3 to 7 p.m. Guests can enjoy food and drink specials, live DJ entertainment from Fresh Produce Records and views from Amici’s rooftop bar.
The event is designed to give friends and colleagues a place to relax, enjoy music and connect before the weekend gets underway.
Amici is located at 1510 Mercer University Drive in Macon. Admission is free.
Unsupervised: A Sing-Along Brunch
Brunch is getting a musical twist in Perry with Unsupervised: A Sing-Along Brunch on Saturday, November 14.
Presented by the Feral Females Social Club, the event brings together Outloud Entertainment, My Bar and Tapas & Tavola for a three-hour experience featuring music, mimosas and plenty of singing.
Organizers describe it as an energetic brunch where guests can enjoy the music without worrying about hitting every note.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at My Bar in Perry. Tickets range from $33.85 to $50.
Additional details and ticket information are available through the event’s Eventbrite listing.
Dust and Denim Fall Trail Ride and Southern Soul Experience
For those looking for a weekend filled with horses, music and Southern entertainment, Kingdom Riders is presenting the Dust and Denim Fall Trail Ride and Southern Soul Experience.
The event brings together the trail ride community for a weekend featuring horseback riding, live performances, DJs, food, vendors and contests.
Guests are encouraged to wear their best denim for a chance to win $150 in the Best Denim Outfit contest. Organizers also say all horse riders receive free entry.
The event is listed at 175 Gordon Highway SW in Milledgeville. Admission is $20 for Friday, $30 for Saturday and $40 for a weekend pass. Presale tickets are $5 off.
The After Party
Mercer fans can keep the game-day celebration going Saturday night with The After Party at JBA in downtown Macon.
The event begins at 10 p.m. Saturday, November 14, and offers free entry to guests with Mercer tickets. Ladies also receive free admission until 11 p.m.
JBA is located at 425 Cherry Street in Macon. The event is held every Saturday.
