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Tennessee Duck and Turkey Calling Contests
Duck calling qualifiers at Union City and the DU Expo in Memphis, and the NWTF Grand National calling championships in Nashville.
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Tennessee calling contests at a glance
5 calling contests are listed for Tennessee: 1 upcoming and 4 past results. They are run by National Wild Turkey Federation.
Most are held around Nashville. The next one is NWTF Grand National Calling Championships (2027 NWTF Convention and Sport Show), Feb 11 to Feb 13, 2027.
Tennessee calling contests near you
The six closest upcoming dates, with miles on every card.
Distances are straight-line miles to the event town.
Upcoming Tennessee calling contests
| Date | Event | Type | Organizer | Where | Entry or ticket | Sign up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11 to Feb 13, 2027 | NWTF Grand National Calling Championships (2027 NWTF Convention and Sport Show) | Turkey calling | National Wild Turkey Federation | Nashville, Davidson County | Enter |
Dates from each organizer’s published schedule, retrieved October 2026. Confirm with the organizer before you go. Sign up buttons go to the organizer’s own page.
Past Tennessee calling contests and winners
| Date | Event | Type | Where | Winner or result | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2026 | NWTF Grand National Calling Championships (50th NWTF Convention and Sport Show) | Turkey calling | Nashville, Davidson County | Hunter Wallis (PA), Senior Division | Source |
| Feb 11, 2026 | NWTF Grand National Callmaking Competition 2026 | Call making | Nashville, Davidson County | Jon Hoff (Hunting Turkey Best of Show); Ronald Laun (Hunting Duck Best of Show) | Source |
| Feb 12, 2025 | NWTF Grand National Calling Championships (49th NWTF Convention and Sport Show) | Turkey calling | Nashville, Davidson County | Dave Owens (GA), Senior Division | Source |
| Feb 14, 2024 | NWTF Grand National Calling Championships (48th NWTF Convention and Sport Show) | Turkey calling | Nashville, Davidson County | Matt Van Cise (PA), Senior Division | Source |
Winners exactly as published by the organizer or results service. Each row links to its source.
When Tennessee calling contests are held
Months with the most listed calling contests: February, August and September.
Counts every dated event found for this type, past and upcoming.
Where Tennessee calling contests are held and who runs them
Each county links to its page with public land, seasons and services nearby.
| Venue or grounds | Where | Events |
|---|---|---|
| Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center | Nashville, Davidson County | 3 |
| Gaylord Opryland Resort and Hotel | Nashville, Davidson County | 2 |
| Organizer | Events listed |
|---|---|
| National Wild Turkey Federation | 5 |
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Questions about Tennessee calling contests
How many calling contests are listed in Tennessee?
5 calling contests: 1 upcoming and 4 past results.
When is the next calling contest in Tennessee?
NWTF Grand National Calling Championships (2027 NWTF Convention and Sport Show), Feb 11 to Feb 13, 2027, Nashville, Davidson County.
Who runs calling contests in Tennessee?
National Wild Turkey Federation.
Where are Tennessee calling contests held?
Davidson County host the most.
What month has the most calling contests?
February, counting every dated event listed.
Who has won Tennessee calling contests?
The most recent listed winner is Hunter Wallis at NWTF Grand National Calling Championships (50th NWTF Convention and Sport Show).
How do I enter a Tennessee calling contest?
Each event name links to the organizer page, which has entry fees, tickets and deadlines.
Do I need a Tennessee hunting license?
Only for events where you hunt. Youth hunts need the young hunter licensed or exempt and an adult present; banquets, expos, classes and most contests need no license.
How current is this list of calling contests?
Checked October 2026 and updated weekly. Past events without a published result drop off.