Mayberry Days returns Sept. 21-27 in Mount Airy

Mayberry Days returns to Mount Airy from Monday through Sunday, Sept. 21-27, with a week of concerts, family activities, cultural programs and events tied to the city’s Mayberry heritage.

The official Visit Mayberry listing says activities will take place at walkable downtown venues including the Andy Griffith Playhouse in the Historic Earle Theatre, the Andy Griffith Museum, the Blackmon Amphitheatre and the Arts Center. The site says visitors can expect a mayoral proclamation, guided tours, guest appearances, children’s activities and the Mayberry Days Parade.

The schedule is being released closer to the festival, so readers should check the official listing before choosing a specific concert or program. Visit Mayberry lists the Mount Airy Visitors Center at 200 North Main St. as the visitor information point and gives 800-948-0949 for questions.

Source: GetStarNews reviewed the official Visit Mayberry festival listing on Sept. 20, 2026. Dates, venue information and the schedule caveat come from Visit Mayberry’s Mayberry Days Festival page.