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.

Schedule:

Monday, September 18, 2023

2:00 pm: JOHN FLOYD - THE MOUTH OF MAYBERRY

John Floyd "The Mouth of Mayberry" opens the week of Mayberry Days with a hilarious show full of comedy suitable for the whole family. John's clean comedic talent has taken him across the globe entertaining millions of people. He has worked with numerous artists including Milton Berle, Frankie Valli, Jamie Foxx, Chubby Checker and Martina McBride.

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Tickets: Preferred Seats: $20 / Orchestra and Balcony Seats: $15

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

1:00 pm: MURDER IN COWETA COUNTY
with Producer Dick Atkins

Movie Producer Dick Atkins returns to Mayberry Days for this exclusive screening and stories of the making of the movie Murder in Coweta County starring Andy Griffith and Johnny Cash. There are opportunities to watch the movie and get a unique behind the scenes look at the making of this production and working with Andy Griffith including photos from the movie production. The event includes a Question & Answer session and sales of DVDs and movie posters.

Based on a true story, Murder in Coweta County features Andy Griffith as you’ve rarely seen him, in one of his most dramatic roles! In 1948, Coweta County, Georgia, is watched over by it legendary, indomitable Sheriff Lamar Potts (Johnny Cash). In the next county, a vast estate known as "The Kingdom," is ruled by John Wallace (Andy Griffith), whose power is absolute. But when Wallace chases one of his underlings to deliver ruthless punishment, he makes a critical mistake: he crosses over into Coweta County. TV Guide declared "Andy Griffith is superbly villainous; Johnny is… the ultimate lawman."

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Tickets: $10

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7:30 pm: ENVISION
Mayberry Days Concert

Location: Blackmon Amphitheatre

Tickets: $15* or Annual Pass

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

2:00 pm: JOHN FLOYD - THE MOUTH OF MAYBERRY

John Floyd "The Mouth of Mayberry" opens the week of Mayberry Days with a hilarious show full of comedy suitable for the whole family. John's clean comedic talent has taken him across the globe entertaining millions of people. He has worked with numerous artists including Milton Berle, Frankie Valli, Jamie Foxx, Chubby Checker and Martina McBride.

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Tickets: Preferred Seats $20 / Orchestra and Balcony Seats $15

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4:00 pm: MURDER IN COWETA COUNTY
with Producer Dick Atkins

Movie Producer Dick Atkins returns to Mayberry Days for this exclusive screening and stories of the making of the movie Murder in Coweta County starring Andy Griffith and Johnny Cash. There are opportunities to watch the movie and get a unique behind the scenes look at the making of this production and working with Andy Griffith including photos from the movie production. The event includes a Question & Answer session and sales of DVDs and movie posters.

Based on a true story, Murder in Coweta County features Andy Griffith as you’ve rarely seen him, in one of his most dramatic roles! In 1948, Coweta County, Georgia, is watched over by it legendary, indomitable Sheriff Lamar Potts (Johnny Cash). In the next county, a vast estate known as "The Kingdom," is ruled by John Wallace (Andy Griffith), whose power is absolute. But when Wallace chases one of his underlings to deliver ruthless punishment, he makes a critical mistake: he crosses over into Coweta County. TV Guide declared "Andy Griffith is superbly villainous; Johnny is… the ultimate lawman."

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Tickets: $10

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7:30 pm: THE EMBERS featuring CRAIG WOOLARD

One of the Carolina's favorite beach music bands returns to Mayberry Days for another night of great music. Don't put your dancing shoes away quite yet!

Location: Blackmon Amphitheatre

Tickets: $15* or SAC Annual Pass

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

10:30 am: THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW AND THE FAMED 40 ACRES BACKLOT
With Randy Turner

You've read his books, flipped his daily calendar, and heard him on the Two Chairs No Waiting Podcast. Join Randy Turner for this fascinating behind the scenes audio-visual presentation filled with clips from The Andy Griffith Show about the Desilu backlot that served as the filming location for the town of Mayberry. A Q&A will follow the presentation.

Location: Andy Griffith Museum Theatre

General Admission Seats: $12

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2:00 pm: JOHN FLOYD - THE MOUTH OF MAYBERRY

John Floyd "The Mouth of Mayberry" opens the week of Mayberry Days with a hilarious show full of comedy suitable for the whole family. John's clean comedic talent has taken him across the globe entertaining millions of people. He has worked with numerous artists including Milton Berle, Frankie Valli, Jamie Foxx, Chubby Checker and Martina McBride.

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Cost: Preferred Seats: $20 / Orchestra and Balcony Seats: $15

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3:00 pm: RONNIE SCHELL "Great Memories: Hanging with Andy and Jim Over the Years"

Ronnie Schell returns to Mayberry Days with hilarious comedy and stories from his days hanging out with Mayberry legends. Don't miss it!

Location: Andy Griffith Playhouse

Cost: Preferred: $30 / Orchestra: $25

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5:00 pm - 8:00 pm: MAYBERRY DAYS BUFFET DINNER AND ENTERTAINMENT with Dan Roebuck

The evening includes country buffet dinner, golf awards presentation, recognition of the Special Guests, and family friendly entertainment with Dan Roebuck.

Dinner guests have the opportunity to meet and greet the Special Guests for the first autograph session from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Avoid the long lines on Saturday! They will have memorabilia, art and photos for autographs. There is a nominal fee for autographed items during the festival.

The country buffet meal will be served from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with entertainment from 6:00-8:00 pm. The Mayberry Days Golf Tournament (aka "The Emmett") is held at Cross Creek Country Club before the dinner.

Dan Roebuck is a man of many talents - acting, producing, directing and more. As a costar on Matlock, he has plenty of stories to tell of his days working with Andy Griffith as well as other projects from his career in show business.  Be prepared to laugh and enjoy a great evening's entertainment from him.

Come out and enjoy meeting the Mayberry Days special guests, great entertainment, and a "fun day all around!"

Location: Cross Creek Country Club

Tickets: $75 includes dinner, entertainment, golf awards and Special Guests meet & greet

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8:00 pm: BAND OF OZ
Mayberry Days Concert

Location: Blackmon Amphitheatre

Tickets: $15* or SAC Annual Pass

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Friday, September 22, 2023

11:00 am: KAREN KNOTTS "Knotts Untied: Dad Jokes, Yarns, and Gossip"

Author-actor-comedian and daughter of your favorite television Deputy, Karen Knotts returns to Mount Airy with a new event. In this sit down talk, she reveals why it took her so long to finally write this book [Tied Up In Knotts]. She'll talk about what it was like to interview fans; her own family members; and celebrities. Excerpts from the book will be read and discussed. Karen is excited to share her soulful memoir journey for the first time at Mayberry Days.

Her book is available at the Andy Griffith Museum Gift Shop and Historic Earle Theatre. She will be autographing the book and photos after the event.

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Cost:
Preferred Seats $30
Orchestra Seats $25
Balcony Seating $20

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1:30 pm: MAYBERRY MELODIES

Join us as the songs of The Andy Griffith Show come alive! Along with some of the well-known favorites, this show sheds the light on some of the more obscure tunes that showed up in a whistle or a hum along with the stories behind the music. You will come away from Mayberry Melodies with a smile on your face, a song in your heart, and a new perspective on the music from America's favorite TV show.

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Cost:
Orchestra Seats $35
Balcony Seats $30

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2:00 pm: Doug Dillard Tribute Concert featuring RODNEY DILLARD and THE DILLARDS

Rodney Dillard, one of the original Darling Boys from The Andy Griffith Show, returns with his band to Mayberry Days for another great bluegrass concert, filled with songs performed on the show and original Dillards hits. Rodney is a member of the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and two time Grammy Nominee. Dillardgrass - often imitated, never duplicated!

Location: Andy Griffith Playhouse

Cost: Preferred Seats: $50 / Orchestra Seats: $45

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4:30 pm: RANDY TURNER "THE ENDURING APPEAL OF THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW

Randy Turner is an expert on the series. He is the author of multiple books on the classic series and his writing has appeared in "Nostalgia Digest" and "Mayberry Magazine." He is an experienced public speaker who gives presentations on the show.  A Q&A will follow the presentation.

Location: Andy Griffith Museum Theatre

General Admission Seats: $12

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7:00 pm: MICHAEL HOOVER: "MEMORIES OF ELVIS" with Denise Glass as Patsy Cline

Michael Hoover returns to Mayberry Days with another spectacular evening of music and memories of Elvis Presley with Special Guest Denise Glass as Patsy Cline. You'll hear all the favorites from Elvis' favorite gospel songs to the hits that made him the King of Rock-n-Roll. The show has expanded to 90 minutes this year. Denise Glass as Patsy Cline will join Michael Hoover for special selections. Don't miss this exciting show and see why Michael Hoover is one of the finest entertainers in the business!

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Cost:
Preferred Seats: $30
Orchestra Seats: $25
Balcony Seating: $20

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8:00 pm: BELLAMY BROTHERS

From "Let Your Love Flow", to "If I Said You Had a Beautiful Body (Would You Hold It Against Me)?" to their latest double cd, "40 Years", this duo continues to connect with audiences all over the world- and especially the Mayberry audience with their song "The Andy Griffith Show". So, don't miss your chance for a fantastic evening at the Andy Griffith Playhouse with the Bellamy Brothers.

Location: Andy Griffith Playhouse

Cost:
Preferred Seats: $80
Orchestra Preferred: $75
Orchestra: $65

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9:30 pm: TIM WHITE & TROUBLESOME HOLLOW

Troublesome Hollow is a dynamic bluegrass and Americana band from Hickory Tree, Tennessee. The band has been together for many years performing all across the eastern United States. Tim White on banjo, guitar and vocals, Donnie Ollis on guitar and vocals and his younger brother Garry Ollis on upright bass and vocals. The band performs everything from hard driving traditional bluegrass to newgrass, old time music, ballads as well as Americana and comedy. They have six recordings to their credit as well as appearing on many television shows and recently on Song of the Mountains seen across America on public television (PBS). Tim White has hosted Song of the Mountains since its beginning in 2005. Tim also hosts his nationally syndicated radio show “The Tim White Bluegrass Show” across America on 60 plus radio stations.

Look for Tim White on the cover the July 2021 issue of Bluegrass Unlimited and learn more about his life and musical career.

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Cost: Reserved Seats: $20 / Balcony: $15

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Saturday, September 23, 2023

2:30 pm: PROFESSOR BROWER'S LECTURE
featuring TAGS Writer Harvey Bullock's children: Courtney Bullock, Kerry Bullock Scarvie, and Andy Bullock and TAGS cast member Margaret Teele

Neal Brower has acquired a wealth of knowledge about The Andy Griffith Show from his years of correspondence and contact with the writers, directors, cast, and crew. Don't miss this year's fascinating interviews and discussions with answers to insightful questions and clips from the show.

The first hour of this year's lecture will feature the children of TAGS writer Harvey Bullock. They will share memories of their father. The second part of the lecture will feature Margaret Teele. Margaret will be discussing her appearances on TAGS and Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.

Neal Brower is the author of Mayberry 101 and The Essential Mayberry (scheduled release date September 5th). He has taught "The Andy Griffith Show: An Indepth Study" at Community Colleges throughout North Carolina for many years. His lectures are also presented at the Andy Griffith Museum during the summer months.

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Cost: Reserved Seat: $20 / Balcony: $15

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3:00 pm: DAVID & THE GIANTS

David and the Giants began as a rock band in 1963 in Laurel, Mississippi by the Huff brothers: David, Clayborn, and Rayborn. Along with Jerry Parker on drums, they toured the Southeast during the 1960s. In 1977, they switched to a Christian rock format. After 17 inspiring contemporary Christian Rock albums over 20 years, the original band disbanded bringing what looked like an end to David and the Giants. The original band, David, his twin brothers, and Keith Thibodeaux have since started performing reunion concerts across the nation and abroad.

Location: Andy Griffith Playhouse

Tickets: Preferred Seats $50 / Orchestra Seats $40

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5:00 pm: DAN ROEBUCK "CLIFF'S NOTES"

Actor Daniel Roebuck (Cliff Lewis for the final 3 seasons of Matlock) takes a deep dive into the career of one of America’s most iconic actors.

He has played "second banana" to many famous faces like Dennis Hopper (River's Edge), Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones (The Fugitive) and Kathy Bates (The Late Shift) during his nearly 4 decades and nearly 500 movies and television episodes in Hollywood. However, it was his years working side-by-side with an American Icon, Andy Griffith, that were the most creative, and enjoyable.

We thank Dan for donating the proceeds of this show to the Surry Arts Council!

Location: Andy Griffith Museum Theatre

General Admission Seats: $12

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7:00 pm: COLONEL TIM'S TALENT TIME

The variety show like no other with performances and appearances by Special Guests, along with local and national entertainers and the Mayberry tribute artists in an evening of Mayberry fun and entertainment at the Andy Griffith Playhouse. Hosted by Allan "Floyd the Barber" Newsome.

Be ready for an evening of fun - you never know what might happen or who will be on stage next!

Location: Andy Griffith Playhouse

Cost: Preferred Seats: $30 / Orchestra: $25

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7:30 pm: MAYBERRY MELODIES

Join us as the songs of The Andy Griffith Show come alive! Along with some of the well-known favorites, this show sheds the light on some of the more obscure tunes that showed up in a whistle or a hum along with the stories behind the music. You will come away from Mayberry Melodies with a smile on your face, a song in your heart, and a new perspective on the music from America's favorite TV show.

Location: Historic Earle Theatre

Cost:
Orchestra Seats: $35
Balcony Seating: $30

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Date:
September 18-24, 2023

Locations:
Historic Earle Theatre, 142 North Main Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030
Blackmon Amphitheatre, 231 Spring Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030
Andy Griffith Museum Theatre, 218 Rockford Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030
Andy Griffith Playhouse, 218 Rockford Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030
Cross Creek Country Club, 1129 Greenhill Road, Mount Airy, NC 27030

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