The best way to get into spooky season? Definitely a trip down to Macon for a chilling 2-day paranormal convention! With everything from expert speakers to unique vendors to lantern tours of Macon’s historic Rose Hill Cemetery… there’s something spine tingling for everyone to check out. Keep scrolling to learn more about the first-ever Paranor-Macon Convention!
What is Paranor-Macon?
Paranor-Macon is a celebration of all things spooky! The convention will bring researchers, investigators, believers and the spooky-curious together for a weekend of presentations, workshops and other spine-tingling events about the paranormal!
Charlotte Moody, Director of Sales for Visit Macon, said in a statement,
We are thrilled to welcome Paranor-Macon to Macon during a time when our destination truly goes Beyond what visitors can see on the surface. October continues to build momentum through our Macon Beyond campaign, which brings together the Witches Float, Macon Macabre walking tours and immersive experiences at historic sites such as The Hay House, Riverside Cemetery and the Piedmont Grand Opera House. Paranor-Macon adds an exciting new dimension to a month when Macon’s history, mystery and imagination come alive.
Here are some of the event highlights:
- Expert speakers & paranormal veterans with topics including: paranormal investigations, haunted locations and history, psychic phenomena, tarot, UFOs, Bigfoot, Mothman, Dogman & other cryptids.
- Unique vendors selling everything from books to equipment & beyond
- artisan craft vendors
- lantern tours of Macon’s historic Rose Hill Cemetery
- an in-depth investigation of haunted Fort Hawkins led by a research team
*A discounted lodging rate is available to attendees at the Macon Marriott City Center through September 15, 2026. Guests are encouraged to reserve accommodations before the deadline.
Okay, I’ve gotta check this out! Details, please!
When: October 16–17, 2026
Where: Macon Marriott City Center, Macon, Georgia
Admission: Tickets begin at $10
*free admission for military personnel, first responders, teachers and children ages 12 and younger.
Learn all about Paranor-Macon’s convention on their website, here!
Don’t miss out on all the spooky fun! Head down to Macon for the first-ever Paranor-Macon event!