Mayberry Days in Andy Griffith's Hometown
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Experience the charm of Mayberry in Andy Griffith’s hometown of Mount Airy, North Carolina.
From September 21–27, Mayberry Days® fills the town with events, activities, and performances inspired by The Andy Griffith Show—a time when life was simple and the sheriff didn’t carry a gun.
Enjoy appearances by actors from the show, guided tours of the Andy Griffith Playhouse, nightly live music at Blackmon Amphitheatre, trivia contests, and the world-famous Mayberry Days Parade down Main Street.
For a full schedule of events, visit www.MayberryDays.com or call the Surry Arts Council at 336-786-7998 (Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.).
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