Every year in October, Mayberry is the place to be for the Autumn Leaves Festival™, an historic festival in the heart of Mount Airy, NC. This nationally recognized event is unique with its mix of music, arts, crafts, and delicious food. There is something for everyone. People from all over the country and the local citizens flood the streets of Downtown Mount Airy during this 3-day festival.

Arts / Crafts
The roster of artisans and craftspeople covers such media as pottery, paintings, textiles and jewelry. The unique arts and crafts of more than 200 craftsmen line the streets with many demonstrating their talents and skills passed down through the generations. 

Food
Then, there is “Food for the Soul”, ham biscuits, collards and cornbread, barbecue, ground steak, Amish doughnuts and pretzels and more served with hospitality by our local civic and service organizations. It’s a walker’s paradise with visual delights and mouthwatering treats at every stop.

Music
The festival showcases our rich musical heritage, such as Old-time, Bluegrass and Gospel performed by local musicians on the downtown stage. It’s a toe tapping, foot stomping, hand-clapping kind of weekend where old friendships are renewed and new friendships are made. The Autumn Leaves Festival™ is a homecoming where guests become neighbors.

Schedule:

Old-Time / Bluegrass Bandstand Schedule:

1:00PM - Pen-N-Carol (Americana)
2:00PM - Ben & Eric Marshall (Bluegrass)
3:00PM - Southern Gentlemen (Bluegrass)
4:00PM - Davis Bradley (Americana)

Local Bandstand Schedule

12:00PM - The Mitchel Fonville Project (Gospel)
1:00PM - Betty Tilley (Christian)
2:00PM - Shiloh Baptist Church Choir (Gospel)
3:00PM - Blueridge Mountain Heirs (Bluegrass Gospel)
3:45PM - Ballet Folklorico del Museo (Dance)

Location: Downtown Mount Airy, NC (Corner of Rawley Ave. and N Main St. to N Main / Pine St. Intersection + side streets)

Admission: Free

No pets allowed in festival footprint.

No weapons allowed in festival footprint.

Parking: Free parking can be found around the festival area. Some paid parking options are available.