Joel Taylor Coach’s Show
Wild Wing Cafe 5080 Riverside Drive, Macon, GA 31210Mercer football head coach Joel Taylor joins longtime Mercer Radio Network play-by-play announcer Rick Cameron each Thursday evening for the 2026 Joel Taylor Coach’s Show on stage at the Wild Wing Café in north Macon. Fans are encouraged to attend the live broadcast of the show which will be held every Thursday evening throughout the…
Discover Mercer
Open to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors, Discover Mercer gives you an inside look at life as a Mercer Bear. Learn more about the admissions process and explore Mercer's wide-ranging degree programs. Connect with current students, discover undergraduate research opportunities, tour labs and classrooms, and meet faculty in your area of interest. Each student may bring…
Ford Football Concert Series: The Restless Natives
Black Field 1501 Mercer University Drive, MaconThe Ford Football Concert Series, which will celebrate its eighth season in the fall, gives Mercer football faithful the opportunity to enjoy live music from a variety of national recording artists and local talent at Toby Town, the designated tailgating area on Black Field, which is located adjacent to Five Star Stadium. Admission to all…
Mercer Football vs. East Tennessee State University
Five Star Stadium 1501 Mercer University Drive, MaconBears close out the regular season at home hosting ETSU.
BearPulse 101
Virtual GANew to BearPulse or looking for a refresher? This hands-on training, provided by the Center for Engaged Learning, will introduce the core functions of BearPulse and help you confidently navigate the platform. Participants will learn how to post and find volunteer opportunities, manage participant sign-ups, track service hours, and document student engagement. Whether you are…
Christmas Tree Lighting
This holiday tradition, hosted by the Student Government Association, annually draws hundreds of students as well as faculty, staff, and their families. The Mercer Singers lead the audience in carols, the University minister offers a Christmas meditation, and faculty/staff members entertain the audience with a traditional Christmas reading. The event concludes with the lighting of…
Saturday Visit
Our Saturday Visit offers students the chance to connect with some of our admissions counselors, receive an overview of Mercer, the admissions process, student life, and financial aid, as well as a student-led walking tour of campus.
Founders’ Day
Founders’ Day is an annual event organized by the Student Government Association, during which notable alumni address the student body and share their experiences in life and at the University. In the mid-1990s, the Student Government Association revitalized Founders’ Day on the Macon campus, making it one of the most cherished traditions.
International Cherry Blossom Festival
Downtown MaconEach March, Macon becomes a pink, cotton-spun paradise as hundreds of thousands of Yoshino cherry trees bloom in all their glory. Originally a sleepy Southern town, Macon has now become a bustling center of beauty and international friendship.
BearFest
Join us on campus for a fun-filled showcase extravaganza featuring live student performances and local artists that will take you on a global journey. Enjoy delicious food with vegetarian options from food trucks offering a variety of flavors. Whether you’re here for the food, music, student experiences, or to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, there’s something…