Spooky season in full swing across Macon

You might see ghouls, superheroes and even a few vampires prowling the streets of downtown Macon this Halloween.

More than a dozen businesses will participate in NewTown Macon’s annual Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular from 4-7 p.m. Oct. 31.

The staff at Lawrence Mayer Florist & Flower Delivery will be dressed up for the occasion and handing out candy to children who stop by, said Leticia Albarado, who works in the shop, which is located at 608 Mulberry St.

The flower shop offers several Halloween-themed flower arrangements and receives many requests for black roses. The florists might be leaning into spooky season with their arrangements, but Albarado said she’s not a fan of anything that goes bump in the night.

“My co-workers do have their own stories of what goes on around here,” she said.

The Lawrence Mayer shop is located in a building with a storied history. Once known as The Concert Hall, the building was built in 1850, according to a promotional card offered at the shop. In addition to other uses, the building served as home to an apothecary and art company before Lawrence Mayer took residence in 1994.

Another downtown haunt, Shuster’s Candy & Creamery, opened this summer, and the sweet stop’s staff members are looking forward to handing out candy while also selling decorated items. Their special Halloween offerings will be available through Oct. 31, owner Jonathan Shuster said.

Shuster said downtown businesses are looking forward to offering “chilling” Halloween fun for all ages.

In addition to the NewTown Macon event, other Macon businesses and organizations are hosting Halloween fun — with some events beginning Oct. 24. For other festivities, visit Macon365.com, a calendar and directory service hosted by the Macon Arts Alliance, Visit Macon and the local Knight Foundation office.

Spooky hours, tips

Law enforcement personnel advise families to trick or treat around Bibb County between the hours of 5:30-9 p.m. while respecting pedestrian safety rules and observing safe street crossing habits.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office employees suggested youngsters travel in groups. They also advised parents to accompany younger children on their candy-hunting adventures.

One other recommendation from law enforcement: Wear costumes that are highly visible and easy to walk in.

Evelyn Davidson and Casey Choung contributed to this report.