Turkey Day Festivities
History of Turkey Day
The first officially recorded Thanksgiving Day football game between Kirkwood High School (KHS) and neighboring Webster Groves High School (WGHS) was held in 1907. Since then, with only a few exceptions, the two schools have met each year on the football field to compete for the “Turkey Day Championship” and the coveted Frisco Bell trophy. More than just a football game, Turkey Day has become a celebration of spirit and pride for both communities
Turkey Day 2024
In anticipation of the 2024 football game, KHS students and alumni will begin the “Turkey Day Game” countdown in November with special activities throughout the month and during Spirit Week, which begins the week of Thanksgiving.
Leading up to the Turkey Day game, KSD schools host a variety of activities including turkey trots, theme days, and service projects including canned food collections for our community.
Community Events
The week of Thanksgiving, the community is invited to show their Pioneer Pride by joining us in the following:
Monday, November 25 - Tacky Day
Wear orange and black, Webster's colors.
Tuesday, November 26 - Spirit Day
Wear red and white to show "Pioneer Pride." The traditional KHS hall decorations will be displayed from 7-7:45 a.m. Visitors need to check into the Welcome Center off Dougherty Ferry to view the hallway decorations or attend the pep rally. KHS students will close out the school day with the KHS Turkey Day Pep Assembly in the David Holley Assembly Hall at 1:45 p.m. The pep rally will be live-streamed free on MSHSAA.TV
Wednesday, November 27 - Chili Bowl
Kirkwood School District Foundation will host the 28th annual Turkey Day Chili Bowl Cook-Off in the KHS Cafeteria from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Join us to sample chili prepared by eight area restaurants and vote for the best chili in Kirkwood. TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT!
KSDF will also be selling 2024 Chili Bowl t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and sweatshirts in advance at the Chili Bowl Merchandise Store. Child and adult sizes are available.
Wednesday, November 27 - Community Pep Rally
The Pep Rally in David Holley Assembly Hall will begin at 7 p.m.
Thursday, November 28 - Turkey Day Game
Kick-off for the main event - the Turkey Day Game - is at noon at Moss Field in Webster Groves
Tickets are on sale starting Nov. 6. To purchase tickets, visit the Webster Groves High School Athletic Website.
Be sure to select "Kirkwood Presale General Admission" online for proceeds to stay in Kirkwood.
Tickets may also be purchased in person via cash or check only at the KHS Athletic Office or the KHS Welcome Center from Wednesday, November 6 through Monday, November 25 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Cash or checks made payable to "KHS" only. No credit card purchases in person.
Proceeds from advanced tickets sold in Kirkwood (both online and at the athletic office) are contributed to KHS programs. Proceeds from tickets sold at the gate are divided between Kirkwood and Webster Groves.
Tickets are $8 in advance and $12 at the gate. Kids six and under are free.
For additional information, please call the KHS Athletic Department at 314-213-6116.
Media Outlets for Turkey Day Football Game: TBA
Big 550 with Jim Powers and Radio 63119 with Randy Mohlman
KWRH 92.9FM (Webster, Kirkwood and surrounding areas)
102.9FM KXOK
The game will be live-streamed on mshsaa.tv. Then search for "Kirkwood."
Internet broadcast woodland1.mixlr.com
Alumni Events
Thursday, November 28
Wrestling and Cross Country Alumni
Run in the 42nd Annual Kirkwood Webster Turkey Day Run
Alumni will meet at 7:10 a.m. at the Kirkwood Train Station
Race begins at 7:30 a.m.
Register online and choose either the 3 or 6 mile run.
KHS Football Breakfast
8 a.m. at the KHS Cafeteria
Cost: $15
Pay in advance or make a donation with a credit card.
Check or cash also accepted at the door.
Donations will cover meals for the football team.
This year's guest speaker will be Jason Mirikitani, KHS ‘89, who was an all-state wrestler. In 2002, at age 30, he survived a life-threatening car accident. He will share his story to inspire hope and endurance.
Please contact Greg Godi, KHS ‘89 at 314-221-5000 with any questions.
Friday, November 29
KHS Ice Hockey
Alumni and friend are invited to participate in the annual Turkey Day Ice Hockey game on Friday at 1:30 at Webster Groves Ice Arena.
KHS Water Polo
Alumni and friends are invited to participate in the annual Turkey Day Water Polo game on Friday, November 29 at 4 p.m. in the KHS Walker Natatorium.
Please email Rob Peglar (KHS Water Polo Coach) or call 314-308-6383 with questions.
KHS Lacrosse
Alumni can sign-up to participate in the third annual Lacrosse game on Friday, November 29 at 7 p.m. at E.L. Lyons Memorial Stadium at KHS.
To sign up, visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/