The Surry Arts Council Presents
Mayberry Days
September 26-29,
2013
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 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. |
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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 |
Elizabeth MacRae |
Margaret Kerry |
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Karen Knotts |
James Best |
George Lindsey, Jr. |
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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| 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 | Andy Griffith Playhouse | September 27th at 7:00 pm | $25 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 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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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. |  |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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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