2026 World Championship Turkey Calling Contest Presented by the Mobile Sports Authority
Friday, June 12, 2026 8:00 AM - Saturday, June 13, 2026 7:00 PM (CDT)
Description
Many of the country’s top turkey callers are eagerly awaiting the chance to show off their talents at the Mobile Convention Center June 12-13. The World Championship Turkey Calling Contest has long-time ties to the city of Mobile. The inaugural event was held in Mobile in 1940 at the Battle House Hotel when Mr. Fred T. Stimpson, the current mayor's grandfather, took home top honors.
Former world champions will judge the competition. Male and female competitors will be given a turkey-calling situation to replicate using air and friction calls. The contest will feature various age groups (from 10 and under to Senior and Open) competing for the world title in their respective divisions.
Free for spectators
One S. Water St.
Mobile, AL 36602 United States
Mobile Convention Center
1 S. Water St.
Mobile, AL 36602
Friday, June 12 – Begins at 8:00 am
Friction Prelims
Poults: 10 & under
Juniors: 11-15 years old
Intermediate: 16-20 years old
World Championship Open Division
Saturday, June 13 – Begins at 8:00 am
World Friction Finals
Owling
Gobbling
2-Man Team
World Finals
Community Event