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Welcome
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Mayberry Days is a festival for the whole family with
activities and events for the fans who long for the days when life was
simple and the sheriff didn't carry a gun. Enjoy a bottle of pop
while playing checkers, relax to music from many local bands playing
the same songs that Andy grew up with and performed on The Andy
Griffith Show. There is so much to do during the festival such as
watching the parade, meeting the Special Guests, laughing at Colonel
Tim's Talent Time, placing the high bid at a Silent Auction or taking in
all of the music at the many venues. Remember to to take time to
slow down and enjoy what Mayberry means to you.
Only one word to describe Mayberry Days - BIG ! From
the first "Ernest Tee" off
at the golf tournament on Thursday morning to eating a barbecue
sandwich to singing the last song at the Blackmon Amphitheatre
during the Mayberry Days Chapel on Sunday morning, it's big! The
Surry Arts Council and City of Mount Airy
welcomes fans of all ages and from all around the world to Mayberry
Days. Make plans now to attend this family friendly festival and
enjoy four full days of the Mayberry spirit.
Mayberry Days events take place in locations around Mount Airy,
with the Andy Griffith Playhouse and Blackmon Amphitheatre being the
hubs of activity. Most everything is within walking distance, so be
sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothes (the festival goes on,
rain or shine). There is free parking in the numerous municipal lots
downtown. Events are scheduled for minimal overlap where you can
enjoy nearly everything or just relax and enjoy your time at the
festival.
Be sure to come visit Mount Airy during other times of the year
as well. The Andy Griffith Museum is open 7 days a week and the
Surry Arts Council
has events going on throughout the year, so there are plenty of
reasons to return. |
Kenneth
"Otis" Junkin and David Browning "The Mayberry Deputy" on
parade
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View the Photo
Galleries of the 2012 festival
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Special Guests
The special guests attending this year
will include Betty Lynn, James Best,
Elizabeth MacRae, Karen Knotts, Margaret Kerry and George Lindsey,
Jr.
with more sure
to attend. The complete list will be announced later in the
summer.
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Betty Lynn
Thelma Lou |
Elizabeth MacRae
Betty Parker (TAGS) /
Lou-Ann
Poovie
(Gomer Pyle USMC) |
Margaret Kerry
Helen Scoby and Bess
Muggins |
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Karen Knotts
Don Knotts' daughter |
James Best
Jim Lindsey |
George Lindsey, Jr.
Actor and
son of George "Goober" Lindsey |
2013 Mayberry Days Tickets
Festival tickets are now available
online (24/7) or by calling the Surry Arts Council at
336.786.7998 (Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m.) or in person at the
Andy Griffith Playhouse.
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Event |
Venue |
Date |
Price |
| Golf Tournament
with Dinner and Entertainment |
Cross
Creek Country Club |
September 26th at 12:00 pm |
$95 |
| Mayberry
Days Dinner and Entertainment |
Cross
Creek Country Club |
September 26th at 4:30 pm |
$50 |
| Band of
Oz |
Blackmon Amphitheatre |
September 26th at 8:00 pm |
$15 |
| Karen Knotts "Tied Up in Knotts" |
EARLE Theatre |
September 27th at
12:30 pm |
$15 |
| "Best In
Hollywood" with James Best |
EARLE Theatre |
September 27th at
4:15 pm |
$15 |
| Doug Dillard Tribute Concert
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Andy
Griffith Playhouse |
September 27th at 7:00 pm |
$25
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| The Tams |
Blackmon
Amphitheatre |
September 27th at
7:30 pm |
$15 |
| VW Boys "Salute To
Mayberry" |
EARLE Theatre |
September 27th at 9:30 pm |
$10 |
| Colonel Tim's
Talent Time Matinee |
Andy
Griffith Playhouse |
September 28th at 2:30 pm |
$25 |
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Professor Brower's Lecture / TAGSRWC Meeting |
EARLE Theatre |
September 28th at 2:00 pm |
$10 |
| Michael Hoover's
"Memories of Elvis" |
EARLE Theatre |
September 28th at 7:00 pm |
$15/$20 |
| Colonel Tim's Talent Time
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Andy
Griffith Playhouse |
September 28th at 7:30 pm |
$25
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All ticket sales are non-refundable. Venues are subject to
change.
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The Surry Arts Council appreciates the continued support
from
Shop online and
support TAGSRWC and Mayberry Days
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
You can keep up with the latest festival updates through our
official facebook page or
on Twitter by clicking on the logos below.
Mayberry Days Shows
Mayberry Days has a full range of shows for the whole family
every day of the festival. There is bluegrass music, variety shows,
beach music, educational lectures, gospel music, comedy & magic,
and just plan fun! Learn more about all these shows and purchase tickets early so you don't miss any of the
fun.
Special Guests and Tribute Artists at
Colonel Tim's Talent Time 2009
Mayberry Confidential
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The Mayberry Confidential is the
official festival newspaper of The
Surry Arts Council and your guide to all Mayberry Days events
and other great shows, concerts and arts programs during our
2012-2013 calendar year. The 2012 edition is still available both online and
at the Surry Arts Council venues.
Be sure to support the businesses who advertise in the Mayberry Confidential and tell them "thanks
for supporting Mayberry Days and the Surry Arts
Council!" |
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The Mayberry Deputy & Floyd the Barber
| Mayberry Days wouldn't be the same without
David Browning as The Mayberry Deputy, and Allan Newsome as Floyd
the Barber. The Surry Arts Council appreciate all their efforts,
along with the other tribute artists to make the festival so much
fun for everyone. |
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Games and Family Fun
Mayberry Days has something for kids and those
of us who are kids at heart. Lots of free events and children's
activities along with games of skill and mental challenges.
Highlights include Autograph Sessions, Mayberry Days Golf Tournament,
Trivia Championship for youth and adult, Mrs. Wiley's Tea, WBMUTBB
Silent Auction, and Pickleland to name a few. More fun that you can
throw a rock at!
See all the details and plan your weekend of fun for
the whole family. |
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Mayberry Days Championship Barbecue Cook-off
 The
Barbecue Cook-off will return in 2013 with another weekend of great
food and fun. Starting on Friday night, cookers from all over
the state will be tending the fires to create some of the best
tasting NC barbecue this side of Mount Pilot. Barbecue judging is
Saturday morning. Special Guests will announce the winners on stage
at the Blackmon Amphitheatre Saturday afternoon.
Pre-Order your 1-lb containers of
barbecue by calling SAC at 336.786.7998. The cost is $10
each. Barbecue
sandwiches are available starting
at 10 a.m. in front of the Andy Griffith Playhouse.
Information for barbecue cookers interested in
completing this year can find all the information on our Barbecue Cook-off page.
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Getting Here and Accommodations
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an interactive map from your hometown to the Andy Griffith
Playhouse, click on the map at the right. Once you are in town, you
can use the Mayberry
Days Venue Map to help you get around town.
Local hotels fill up so early reservations are
recommended. There are many hotels and great Bed & Breakfasts in
Mount Airy and the surrounding communities. Visit the Mount
Airy Chamber of Commerce website at www.visitmayberry.com or call 800.948.0949 or
336.786.6116 for information.
Once you arrive in town, stop by the Mount Airy
Visitors Center, located inside the Chamber of Commerce building at
200 N. Main Street "under the big copper clock" downtown for more
area information and maps. |
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Volunteer Opportunities at Mayberry Days
| Whether you live in Mount Airy or are
traveling in for the festival, volunteering is a great way to show
your support of events like Mayberry Days. Help make the good times
happen! If you have any suggestions or would like to help out,
please let send us an email or
stop by the office or Information Station and ask how you can
help. |
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