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The Andy Griffith Show is returning to MeTV for its spectacular Month of Mayberry celebration. Running throughout all of May 2026, the classic sitcom will spotlight 249 episodes of warmth, humor, and unforgettable Mayberry charm.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Celebration Start: May 3, 2026, with the 1986 film Return to Mayberry
- Original Run: October 3, 1960 to April 1, 1968 on CBS
- Total Episodes: 249 half-hour episodes across 8 seasons
- Weekly Air Times: Weeknights at 8pm and 8:30pm, Sundays at 11am
A Month-Long Mayberry Tribute Begins May 3
MeTV is inviting viewers to head down to the fishin’ hole for May 2026 with its beloved Month of Mayberry event. The celebration kicks off on Sunday, May 3rd, with the 1986 made-for-television reunion film Return to Mayberry, airing at 2pm ET. In this nostalgic film, Andy Taylor returns to Mayberry to run for sheriff once more, only to discover his former deputy Barney Fife has also entered the race. The reunited cast delivered warmth and laughter, reminding audiences why this fictional North Carolina town remains forever beloved.
From Monday, May 4th through May 29th, MeTV will air back-to-back episodes four nights a week, each week featuring specially curated themes. The schedule showcases the show’s greatest strengths, from iconic Barney Fife comedic moments to touching father-son storylines between Andy and Opie.
Andy Griffith Show returns to MeTV for Month of Mayberry throughout May
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Themed Weeks Celebrate Mayberry’s Greatest Characters
Week one, May 4-7, is titled All About Andy Week, highlighting classic Andy episodes including the beloved The Pickle Story. The following week, May 11-15, shifts focus to The Fife Is Right Week, celebrating Don Knotts’ memorable Barney Fife performances. May 18-22 features Best of the Rest Week, spotlighting Frances Bavier as Aunt Bee and treasured supporting characters like Floyd, Ernest T. Bass, and Gomer.
The celebration concludes with Father and Son Week on May 25-29, celebrating the tender, authentic relationship between Andy and his young son Opie. Ron Howard, who played Opie, carried lessons from the show throughout his legendary adult career in Hollywood.
Special Reunion Features Two Classic TV Movies
| Featured Special | Air Date & Time |
| Return to Mayberry (1986 film) | Sunday, May 3 at 2pm ET |
| The Andy Griffith Show Reunion (1993 special) | Friday, May 8 at 8pm ET |
On Friday, May 8, a historic 1993 reunion special takes center stage at 8pm ET/PT. Titled The Andy Griffith Show Reunion: Back to Mayberry, this one-hour special brings together the original cast on the iconic courthouse set. Featuring Andy Griffith, Ron Howard, Don Knotts, Jim Nabors, and George Lindsey, the cast reflects on their careers and shares favorite memories from the series that defined American television.
‘Have a slice of Aunt Bee pie, say hey to Gomer, and mosey on down to the ol’ fishin’ hole this May for MeTV’s Month of Mayberry.’
— MeTV Staff, Official announcement
The Show That Launched Legendary Careers and Defined Small-Town Values
The Andy Griffith Show aired on CBS from October 3, 1960, to April 1, 1968, creating 249 half-hour episodes of television gold. Set in the fictional town of Mayberry, North Carolina, the series follows widowed sheriff Andy Taylor as he raises his son Opie with help from Aunt Bee. The show’s warmth, humor, and genuine affection for its characters made it one of television’s most enduring classics.
The series launched and sustained incredible careers, including Andy Griffith’s own prominence, Ron Howard’s transition from child star to Oscar-winning director and producer, Don Knotts’ comedic legacy, and Jim Nabors’ musical stardom. The show proved that television could celebrate simple virtues like loyalty, kindness, and family without relying on cynicism or sensationalism.
Where and How to Watch the Month of Mayberry Throughout May
MeTV airs across multiple platforms, available on broadcast television over the air, select cable and satellite systems, and streaming services including Frndly TV, Philo, Fubo, and Sling TV. Viewers can find their local MeTV station and the complete schedule on the network’s official website. The months-long celebration of timeless television is perfect for longtime fans rediscovering Mayberry and new audiences discovering why this show remains a cultural touchstone.
Sources
- MeTV – Official announcement of Month of Mayberry 2026 celebration and complete schedule
- TV Insider – Coverage of Andy Griffith Show reunion specials and May programming details
- Remind Magazine – Comprehensive breakdown of themed weeks and special features
