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United Way Annual Pie Contest & Auction
July 4, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Kick Off the Kirksville Red, White & Blue Festival with a Sweet Bang! Friday, July 4th | Adair County Courthouse Lawn
Your favorite event of the year is back and better than ever! The Kirksville Red, White & Blue Festival launches with our legendary Pie Contest and Auction — and you won’t want to miss a single bite!
Fresh Apple Pie & Ice Cream Fundraiser | 4–6 PMStart your holiday celebration with the ultimate summer treat:
Slice of Pie – just $2
Scoop of Ice Cream – just $2
Pie + Ice Cream Combo – only $3!
Scoop of Ice Cream – just $2
Pie + Ice Cream Combo – only $3!
No pie to auction? No problem! Come out and support the cause by indulging in a slice, a scoop, or both! Every sweet treat sold helps us build momentum for an unforgettable festival.
Annual Pie Contest & AuctionThink your homemade apple pie is the best in town? Prove it!
Pie entries: Bring 2 homemade apple pies (one for judging, one for auction).
Drop-off: West entrance of the Courthouse (across from the cinema), between 4–5 PM, Friday, July 4th. A United Way board member will assist you in completing a description form upon drop off.
Judging: On the Courthouse’s south lawn.
Auction: Will begin immediately following judging between sets of Summer on the square.
Drop-off: West entrance of the Courthouse (across from the cinema), between 4–5 PM, Friday, July 4th. A United Way board member will assist you in completing a description form upon drop off.
Judging: On the Courthouse’s south lawn.
Auction: Will begin immediately following judging between sets of Summer on the square.
Please use non-returnable containers, and no cream pies (they don’t mix well with the July heat!).
Not entering the contest but still want to help?Donate a pie for the auction! Any kind (except cream pies) is welcome, and your contribution will make a big difference. Every dollar raised supports the United Way’s mission to improve education, income stability, and health in our community.
Let’s make this the biggest, most delicious kickoff Kirksville has ever seen! Whether you’re baking, bidding, or just showing up hungry, this is a can’t-miss celebration!