US Ongoing

35th annual Mayberry Days

Name: 35th annual Mayberry Days
Start: 2026-09-24
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Mount Airy

Mount Airy, North Carolina hosts the 35th annual Mayberry Days festival from September 24 to 26, featuring appearances by classic TV stars Kathy Garver and Dreama Denver.

Date: Sep 24-26, 2026
Location: Mount Airy
Status: Ongoing

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US Ongoing

35th annual Mayberry Days

Date: Sep 24-26, 2026
Location: Mount Airy

Cultural Festival Television Celebrity Appearance

Event summary

Highlights

Appearances by Kathy Garver and Dreama Denver
Opportunities for autographs and photos with stars
Book promotion and merchandise by Dreama Denver

During the 35th annual Mayberry Days festival, fans of classic television can meet stars such as Kathy Garver, who played Cissy on “Family Affair,” and Dreama Denver, wife of the late “Gilligan’s Island” actor Bob Denver. Kathy Garver is expected to appear as a special guest.

Dreama Denver will promote her book, “Four Beards in a Box: Birthday Bash,” and will have “Gilligan’s Island” shirts and 2026 Christmas ornaments featuring the S.S. Minnow available for purchase. Attendees will have opportunities to meet Garver, hear stories about her career, and obtain autographed copies of her books, including "Romancing with the Stars." Garver has previously participated in Mayberry-related events over the years.

Practical details

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