Four-Year-Old Emilia Kuhlman Wins Turkey Calling Contest at Space Coast Strawberry Festival

Emilia confidently took the microphone and let out an enthusiastic 'gobble gobble gobble'!

BREVARD COUNTY • FLORIDA — In a heartwarming and amusing moment at the Space Coast Strawberry Festival, four-year-old Emilia Kuhlman was crowned the best turkey caller during the festival’s turkey calling contest, held on March 16 at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera.

Going up against two adult competitors—one male and one female—Emilia confidently took to the microphone and let out an enthusiastic “gobble gobble gobble,” impressing both the judges and the audience.

Her performance earned her the contest’s coveted blue ribbon, making her the event’s youngest winner.

The Space Coast Strawberry Festival, held at 5775 Stadium Parkway, is a beloved local event that brings together the community for a weekend filled with fun, food, and festivities. The turkey calling contest is one of the festival’s many unique and entertaining attractions, drawing participants of all ages to showcase their best turkey imitations.

Spectators erupted in applause and cheers as Emilia’s adorable and surprisingly skillful turkey call stole the show. Judges praised her confidence, stage presence, and, most importantly, her spot-on gobble.

Emilia’s win proves that talent comes in all sizes—and sometimes, the biggest voices belong to the smallest contestants.

BERRY CUTE! See Winners of the Space Coast Strawberry Festival Berry Cute Baby Contest

The Space Coast Strawberry Festival showcased some of Brevard’s cutest babies in the Berry Cute Baby Contest held Saturday at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera. 

Eighteen children, ages three and under, competed in two age divisions. Ribbons were awarded for Best Eyes, Best Smile, and Best Strawberry Outfit in each division.

Under 2 years old

Best Eyes: Lena, 11 months

Best Smile: Evie, 4 months

Best Strawberry Outfit: Juliette, 4 months

Ages 2 – 3 years old:

Best Eyes: Liora, 3

Best Smile: Saylor, 2

Best Strawberry Outfit: Rya, 2

Congratulations to today’s winners, and a big Thank You to everyone who participated. There will be more opportunities to participate in events on Sunday, March 16, the final day of the Strawberry Festival. Registration is FREE.

The Space Coast Strawberry Festival is held at Space Coast Daily Park, 5775 Stadium Parkway in Viera. It opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m.

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