The Surry Arts Council Presents
Mayberry Days
September 27-30,
2012
Mount Airy, North Carolina
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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 gospel song at the Blackmon Amphitheatre 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. |
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Special Guests
Many thanks to all the Special Guests who attended Mayberry Days 2011!
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Betty Lynn |
Bruce Bilson |
James Best |
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Ronnie Schell |
Maggie Peterson Mancuso |
Morgan Brittany
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LeRoy McNees |
Karen Knotts |
Margaret Kerry |
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George Spence |
Elizabeth MacRae |
Doug Dillard |
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Greg Schell |
George Lindsey, Jr. |
2012 Mayberry Days Tickets
Festival tickets for 2012 are available online and by calling the Surry Arts Council at 336.786.7998 during normal business hours (Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST).
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| Golf Tournament with Dinner and Entertainment | Cross Creek Country Club | September 27th at 12:00 pm | $95 |
| Mayberry Days Dinner and Entertainment | Cross Creek Country Club | September 27th at 4:30 pm | $50 |
| The Tams | Blackmon Amphitheatre | September 27th at 8:00 pm | $15 |
| Karen Knotts "Tied Up in Knotts" | EARLE Theatre | September 28th at 12:30 pm | $15 |
| The Doug Dillard Band Matinee Concert | Andy Griffith Playhouse | September 28th at 2:00 pm | $25 |
| An Afternoon with James Best | EARLE Theatre | September 28th at 4:15 pm | $15 |
| The Doug Dillard Band Evening Concert | Andy Griffith Playhouse | September 28th at 7:00 pm | $25 |
| Heritage Crossing | EARLE Theatre | September 28th at 7:00 pm | $10 |
| VW Boys "Salute To Mayberry" | EARLE Theatre | September 28th at 9:30 pm | $10 |
| Colonel Tim's Talent Time Matinee | Andy Griffith Playhouse | September 29th at 2:30 pm | $25 |
| Professor Brower's Lecture / TAGSRWC Meeting | EARLE Theatre | September 29th at 2:00 pm | $10 |
| Michael Hoover's "Memories of Elvis" | EARLE Theatre | September 29th at 7:00 pm | $15/$20 |
| Colonel Tim's Talent Time | Andy Griffith Playhouse | September 29th at 7:30 pm | $25 |
| All ticket sales are non-refundable. Venues are subject to change. | |||
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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 2011-2012 calendar year. The 2012 edition is still available at the Surry Arts Council venues and other places around town as well as online. Be sure to support the businesses who advertise in the Mayberry Confidential and tell them "thanks for supporting Mayberry Days!" |
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Mayberry Days T-Shirts
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This year's edition of the Mayberry Days T-shirt ROCKS! The shirt was designed by Greensboro graphic artist and Andy Griffith Museum Volunteer Mike Johnson. It pays tribute to the real Mayberry spirit of slowing down to enjoy the simple things in life like trying to peel an apple without breaking the peel - just like Mr. Tucker in the fan favorite episode "Man in a Hurry." T-shirts are $15+tax and available at the Andy Griffith Museum Gift Shop. Sizes include Youth L and Adult Small-XXL. |
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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. |  |
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 the 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. |
Mayberry Days Championship Barbecue Cook-off
 The
Barbecue Cook-off will return in 2012 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.
1-lb containers of barbecue are still available (frozen) by call SAC at 336.786.7998. Information for barbecue cookers interested in completing this year can find all the information on our Barbecue Cook-off page. |
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. You can also see the status of many area accommodations thanks to the Cascade Highlands True Blue Ridge blog. 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. |
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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