JOHN FLOYD - THE MOUTH OF MAYBERRY
Monday-Thursday, September 22-25, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Historic Earle Theatre
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.
Reserved Seats $20
Click on the photo for his official website
Monday at 2:00 p.m.
September 22, 2025
Tuesday at 2:00 p.m.
September 23, 2025
Wednesday at 2:00 p.m.
September 24, 2025
Thursday at 2:00 p.m.
September 25, 2025
RANDY RIGGLE "The Nostalgia Show"
Nationally touring stand-up comedian Randy Riggle will be your guide on a trip filled with songs and laughs in this one-man production.
Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6:00 pm
Historic Earle Theatre
Orchestra Seats $20
Balcony Seats $15
The nationally touring production of "NOSTALGIA" takes you down memory lane with your '57 Chevy as we remember the times and people who changed our lives in the 1950's, and 60's. Randy entertains his audiences with clean humor about this nostalgic era and his show is complimented with over 50 impersonations and a special tribute to veterans. The entire revue is backed with a multi-media presentation from this comedy veteran.
Randy debuted his talent during an "open mike" night at the Pittsburgh Comedy Club. He has hundreds of college appearances to his credit including Penn State, Ohio State, and the Universities of California and Hawaii. Randy has also performed for such corporations as Westinghouse, PNC Bank, and the United Steel Workers of America. To date, he has performed in 48 states including Alaska & Hawaii.
He has written for many comedians including Jay Leno and Joan Rivers as well as opening for such acts as Dennis Miller, Kenny Chesney, Jerry Seinfeld, Ellen Degeneres, and Weird Al Yankovic. This talented comedian has appeared nationally on all three major networks including NBC, ABC, and CBS. Randy has also performed at some of the country's top comedy clubs including the IMPROV. Most recently, he has become a regular on the strip in Las Vegas.
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RANDY TURNER “The Filming Locations of TAGS: A Detailed Look"
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Historic Earle Theatre
Orchestra Seats $20
Balcony Seats $15
The Filming Locations of The Andy Griffith Show: A Detailed Look at the 40 Acres Backlot, Desilu-Cahuenga Studios, Franklin Canyon, and newly discovered locations. The two-hour presentation will also include a short Q&A.
This presentation will include information with plenty of video clips to illustrate everywhere known that the classic series was filmed, including several just recently discovered or confirmed.
Randy Turner is an expert on the TAGS series. He is the author of 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.
You've read his books, flipped his daily calendar, and heard him on the Two Chairs No Waiting Podcast. Click on the photo for Randy Turner's website to learn more about his books, other presentations. Be sure to ask him about TAGS Ambassadors Program!
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BILL KNOTTS "Mayberry Memories of Don Knotts"
A one-man show about his famous uncle, Don Knotts, showcasing cherished family photos.
Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 10:00 am
Historic Earle Theatre
Orchestra Preferred Seats $35
Orchestra Seats $30
Balcony Preferred Seats $25
Balcony Seats $20
A former professional actor, Bill Knotts, is now bringing Mayberry Memories of Don Knotts, his one-man show about his famous uncle, to Mayberry Days.
While attending the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in the 1970’s, Bill had the opportunity to live with Don and his wife in Beverly Hills. In this nostalgic and entertaining journey, Bill ushers his audience into a simpler time, back to the idyllic, fictional town of Mayberry. His theater and acting background is on full display as he regales the audience with numerous personal tales and family anecdotes of his time spent with Don over the decades. Sprinkling in family pictures and plenty of video clips of some of the greatest scenes from The Andy Griffith Show, Bill reintroduces the iconic and lovable characters and the actors who made them come to life. He delves into the Knotts family history, Don's early career and how he landed the part of Barney Fife, as well as his movie career with Universal, his memorable partnering with Tim Conway for multiple Disney movies, his return to television on Three's Company and Matlock, and his many stage productions across the country. Bill also recounts stories by Andy Griffith, Ron Howard and Tim Conway at various times in the evening.
Bill has appeared as Professor Harold Hill in The Music Man; Snoopy in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown; Sir Thomas More in Anne of a Thousand Days and many other theater roles. Numerous commercials, industrial films and live shows and corporate emcee opportunities rounded out his acting resume before he decided to pursue a business and teaching career.
Bill Knotts has been an entrepreneur and teacher most of his adult life. For over two decades he taught leadership principles, self-discipline, and networking skills to business owners throughout the United States. He earned an MBA from Arizona State University and has also taught college courses in investments, entrepreneurship, business communication and labor relations. He taught seminars for several years in various countries while a contractor for a national stock trading firm.
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MAYBERRY DAYS BUFFET DINNER AND ENTERTAINMENT
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Cross Creek Country Club
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 pm
Tickets $75 includes dinner, entertainment, golf awards and Special Guests meet & greet
The evening includes country buffet dinner, golf awards presentation, recognition of the Special Guests, and family friendly entertainment.
Purchase your tickets today for 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.
Come out and enjoy meeting the Mayberry Days special guests, great entertainment, and a "fun day all around!"
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KAREN KNOTTS Mayberry Days Show
Friday, September 26, 2025 at 11:00 am
Historic Earle Theatre
Preferred Seats $35
Orchestra Seats $30
Balcony Seating $20
Author-actor-comedian and daughter of your favorite television Deputy, Karen Knotts returns to Mayberry Days with a new show.
Her latest book is available at the Andy Griffith Museum Gift Shop and Historic Earle Theatre. She will be autographing her book and photos after the event.
Click on the photo for her official website.
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Doug Dillard Tribute Concert featuring
RODNEY DILLARD and THE DILLARDS
Friday, September 26, 2025 at 2:00 pm
Andy Griffith Playhouse
Preferred Seats $50 / Orchestra Seats $45
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!
Click on the photo for their Facebook page
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RANDY TURNER “The Enduring Appeal of the Andy Griffith Show"
The Enduring Appeal of The Andy Griffith Show: Why a Series From the 1960s Remains a Touchstone.
Friday, September 26, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
Historic Earle Theatre
General Admission Tickets $15
Illustrated with many photos and clips from The Andy Griffith Show, this presentation will provide a detailed look at just why the series is as relevant now as ever.
Randy Turner is an expert on the series. He is the author of 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.
You've read his books, flipped his daily calendar, and heard him on the Two Chairs No Waiting Podcast. Click on the photo for Randy Turner's website to learn more about his books, other presentations. Be sure to ask him about TAGS Ambassadors Program!
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Friday, September 26, 2025 at 7:00 pm
Andy Griffith Playhouse
Preferred Seats $80
Orchestra Preferred $75
Orchestra $65
The Bellamy Brothers return to Mount Airy for a prime time concert. If you missed their sold out concerts in 2023 and 2024, get your tickets now for their Mayberry Days concert!
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." Come out for another fantastic show at the Andy Griffith Playhouse with the Bellamy Brothers.
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MICHAEL HOOVER: "MEMORIES OF ELVIS" with Denise Glass as Patsy Cline
Friday, September 26, 2025 at 7:00 pm
Historic Earle Theatre
Tickets:
Preferred Seats $30
Orchestra Seats $25
Balcony Seating $20
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!
Click on the photo for his official website
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TIM WHITE & TROUBLESOME HOLLOW
Friday, September 26, 2025 at 9:30 pm
Historic Earle Theatre
Tickets:
Reserved Seats $20 / Balcony $15
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.
Click on the photo for their official website
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Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 2:30 pm
Andy Griffith Playhouse
Preferred Seats $30
Orchestra Preferred Seats $25
Orchestra Seats $20
With over 40 years of combined experience touring America, these six TAGS fanatics have come together to form one of the most exciting shows. From the obscure whistle or hum to a song on Andy's front porch or maybe even 'Good Ole 14A', you'll come away from Mayberry Melodies with a smile on your face and a song in your heart as you hear the music and learn the stories behind them. Mayberry Melodies is a must-see for every musical fan of TAGS.
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PROFESSOR BROWER'S LECTURE
Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 2:30 pm
Historic Earle Theatre
Reserved Seat $20 / Balcony $15
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.
Neal Brower is the author of Mayberry 101 and his latest book, The Essential Mayberry: Behind the Scenes of the Andy Griffith Show. Both are available at the Andy Griffith Museum Gift Shop.
Neal has taught "The Andy Griffith Show: An In-depth Study" at Community Colleges throughout North Carolina for many years. His lectures are also presented at the Andy Griffith Museum during the summer months.
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BILL KNOTTS "Mayberry Memories of Don Knotts"
A one-man show about his famous uncle, Don Knotts, showcasing cherished family photos.
Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 6:00 pm
Historic Earle Theatre
Orchestra Preferred Seats $35
Orchestra Seats $30
Balcony Preferred
Seats $25
Balcony Seats $20
A former professional actor, Bill Knotts, is now bringing Mayberry Memories of Don Knotts, his one-man show about his famous uncle, to Mayberry Days.
While attending the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in the 1970’s, Bill had the opportunity to live with Don and his wife in Beverly Hills. In this nostalgic and entertaining journey, Bill ushers his audience into a simpler time, back to the idyllic, fictional town of Mayberry. His theater and acting background is on full display as he regales the audience with numerous personal tales and family anecdotes of his time spent with Don over the decades. Sprinkling in family pictures and plenty of video clips of some of the greatest scenes from The Andy Griffith Show, Bill reintroduces the iconic and lovable characters and the actors who made them come to life. He delves into the Knotts family history, Don's early career and how he landed the part of Barney Fife, as well as his movie career with Universal, his memorable partnering with Tim Conway for multiple Disney movies, his return to television on Three's Company and Matlock, and his many stage productions across the country. Bill also recounts stories by Andy Griffith, Ron Howard and Tim Conway at various times in the evening.
Bill has appeared as Professor Harold Hill in The Music Man; Snoopy in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown; Sir Thomas More in Anne of a Thousand Days and many other theater roles. Numerous commercials, industrial films and live shows and corporate emcee opportunities rounded out his acting resume before he decided to pursue a business and teaching career.
Bill Knotts has been an entrepreneur and teacher most of his adult life. For over two decades he taught leadership principles, self-discipline, and networking skills to business owners throughout the United States. He earned an MBA from Arizona State University and has also taught college courses in investments, entrepreneurship, business communication and labor relations. He taught seminars for several years in various countries while a contractor for a national stock trading firm.
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COLONEL TIM'S TALENT TIME
Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 7:00 pm
Andy Griffith Playhouse
Tickets:
Preferred Seats $30 / Orchestra $25
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!
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Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 2:00 pm
Andy Griffith Playhouse
Preferred Seats $30
Preferred Orchestra Seats $25
Orchestra Seats $20
There were more faith-based songs on TAGS than any other genre, so they must have been very important to Andy. Join Mayberry Melodies as these classics as well as other gospel and contemporary favorites are brought to life. You'll leave with a spring in your step and your spirit uplifted at this year's Mayberry Melodies Gospel Show!
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MAYBERRY DAYS MOVIES
Coming to town early or staying late? Mayberry Days presents special movies at the Historic Earle Theatre during the festival. Come watch them on the big screen and enjoy fresh popped popcorn and a cold drink with your friends and family. $8 tickets are sold at the box office starting 30 minutes before showtime.
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