Macon Pride, as conceived by this current organization, is not the only time that Pride has been celebrated in Middle Georgia. In fact, several groups had tried to organize Pride celebrations before. We honor their bold steps to make Macon a brighter, more inclusive place.

Our weeklong calendar of events was started to improve visibility, acceptance, understanding and legal protection for LGBTQIA+ for people living in the middle Georgia area. We still face obstacles in achieving full acceptance and protection, but we have made considerable progress as a meaningful community.

Macon Pride proudly presents an annual portrait exhibit celebrating the contributions of Middle Georgia’s LGBTQ pioneers, activists, and trailblazers. This tribute highlights their impactful work in the arts, community development, social justice, and historic preservation.