Freeport Fishing Flea Market
2026-02-14 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Located at the Freeport Recreation Center, 105 East Merrick Rd, Freeport, NY 11520. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Features tackle, charter boats, fishing simulator and more. For vendor information please call 631-819-2100 or visit fishermanfleamarket.com.

James Monroe Memorial Sportsmen’s Fishing/Hunting Flea Market
2026-02-15
Presented by the Delaware River Shad Fishermen’s Association (DRSFA) from 8-1 at Alpha Fire Co Banquet Hall, 1109 Lee Avenue in Alpha, NJ. Call Rusty Held at 484-239-4723.

Babylon Fishing Flea Market
2026-02-15 09:00 - 15:00
The Babylon Fishing Flea Market returns Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 22 Grove Place, Babylon, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $5, with a great selection of new, used, and custom tackle for anglers gearing up for the season. Vendors are wanted—call 718-998-8794 for details.

Empire State Outdoor Sportsmen’s Show
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-22
From Friday through Sunday at the Rockland Community College Fieldhouse in Suffern, NY. For information call Peter Katz at 845-319-3976 or email info@goodlivingexpos.com.

The Springfield Sportsmen's Show
2026-02-20 12:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00 | Eastern States Exposition Center, 1305 Memorial Ave, Springfield, MA, United States
A great show for fishermen and hunters, the Springfield Sportsmen’s Show takes over the grounds of the “Big E” and transforms them into an outdoorsman’s wonderland! With seminars, guides, tackle, boats, raffles and so much more. Show hours: Friday Noon to 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $18 per adult, children 6-12 $5, under 6 get in free.

30th Annual Ocean Fire Co. #1 Fishing Flea Market
2026-02-22
Presented by Ocean Fire Company from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the Antrim School, 401 Niblick Street in Point Pleasant Beach. Admission is $5 (kids under 12 free). For info contact Matt at 732-213-2133.

Atlantic City Boat Show
2026-02-25 - 2026-03-01
Annual event at the Atlantic City Convention Center, with fishing seminars presented by The Fisherman. Open Wed-Fri from noon to 8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sun 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Get details at acboatshow.com.

Annual Rahway Spring Fishing Flea Market
2026-02-28
From 9-2 at St Thomas Church Hall at 1400 St Georges Ave, Rahway, NJ. Admission is $5 for adults, kids 12 and under are free. For details call 718-702-5838.

NJ Striped Bass & Winter Flounder Open
2026-03-01
The targeting of striped bass in New Jersey back bays and rivers reopens, as does the state’s winter flounder fishery. See Report Section for details and regulations, or visit njfishandwildlife.com.

Hackettstown High School First Annual Fisherman’s Flea Market
2026-03-01
Newly formed high school fishing club hosts first ever fishing flea market from 9 to 4 at 599 Warren Street in Hackettstown, NJ. Contact John Scalera at jscalera@hackettstown.org or 908-358-5607.

Asbury Park Fishing Club’s 33rd Annual Fishing Show
2026-03-01
From 9-2 at the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel at 1401 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park (across from Convention Hall). Admission is $5. Call 732-988-0121 or visit asburyparkfishingclub.com.

Marine Mate Boating Season Kickoff
2026-03-01 09:00 - 14:00
Located at 451 W Montauk Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. Join the crew from Marine Mate for coffee and breakfast from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The New England Saltwater Fishing Show (RISAA)
2026-03-06 13:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 | Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin St, Providence, RI
Presented by the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association. This is the largest saltwater fishing show in the entire Northeast! Check out new tackle, attend non-stop free seminars throughout the show and enter to win one of the many raffles and giveaways. Show hours: Friday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday will be Ladies Day, with all women admitted free and children under age 12 are FREE every day. For more information, please visit www.nesaltwatershow.com.

The New Hampshire Outdoor Expo
2026-03-06 13:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 | Hampshire Dome, 34 Emerson Rd, Milford, NH, 03055, United States
The New Hampshire Outdoor Expo is a must-see show for every angler and hunter in northern New England. With seminars on various outdoor subjects from local and national pros, custom tackle, guides, boats, a kid’s trout pond and so much more. Show hours: Friday 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and kids 12 and under get in free.

SJBCA 31st Annual Fishermen’s Flea Market
2026-03-07
Presented by South Jersey Bass Club Association at Millville Elks Lodge, 1815 E. Broad Street in Millville; $3 admission from 9-1, $5 early admission at 8 a.m. and free for kids 14 and under. Call Brian Camp at 609-437-3779.

Fish Hawks 22nd Annual Fishing Flea Market
2026-03-07
Presented by the Fish Hawks Saltwater Anglers Club from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.at Lacey Elks Lodge #2518 at 900 Beach Blvd. in Forked River. Admission $5. For details visit fishhawksnj.com.

Ward Melville High School Fishing Expo
2026-03-07 09:00 - 2026-03-08 16:00 | Ward Melville High School, 380 Old Town Rd., Setauket-East Setauket, NY, 11733, United States
The 13th annual WMHS Fishing Expo features 200+ vendors, 300+ tables, seminars both days, a huge raffle, and food trucks. Sunday includes a youth tackle giveaway for the first 150 kids (ages 5–18 with school ID). Admission is FREE. Hours: Saturday 9–4, Sunday 9–2. Info: www.wardmelvillefishingclub.com/2026expo or wmhsfishingclub@gmail.com.

Long Island Boat Show
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-15
At the new Nassau Coliseum; Free parking; Hours are Noon to 8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Adults $15, seniors $12, children 15 and under free. For more info, go to www.nyboatshows.com.

27th Annual Greater Philadelphia Boat Show
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-15
Held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, PA on Friday from 1-8, Saturday 10-7 and Sunday 11-5. Admission is $12 for adults, kids 16 and under free. Visit phillyboatshow.com.

Saltwater Fishing Expo
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-15
New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center at 97 Sunfield Avenue in Edison, NJ. Open Friday (noon to 8), Saturday (10-6) and Sunday (10-5). Go to sportshows.com.

Marine Mate Spring Sale
2026-03-21 - 2026-04-11
Marine Mate Marine Supply Center in Lindenhurst holds its annual Spring Sale with extended sale pricing, daily specials and prize drawings on marine supplies and boating gear. The Annual Tent Event takes place April 11 with raffles, free food and vendor reps. Info: (631) 226-6202 or marinemate.com.

Pelagic Outfitters Giant Spring Sale
2026-03-21 - 2026-03-29
Pelagic Outfitters in Lindenhurst hosts a 9-day Mega Spring Sale with in-store savings up to 80% on thousands of fishing products, plus daily raffles and giveaways. The shop is located at 376 West Montauk Highway in Lindenhurst. Info: (631) 225-8862.

28th Annual Plum Island Surfcasters Show
2026-03-21 08:00 - 14:00 | Hope Church, 11 Hale St, Newburyport, MA
Don’t miss this once a year event featuring custom plug builders, tackle manufacturers, great deals and so much more. Along with two awesome seminars one by Tyler Harper on fishing New England’s ledges at 9 a.m. and another by Jerry Audet on “Advanced Plugology” at 1 p.m. 10$ to enter, located at Hope Church 11 Hale St. in Newburyport, MA.

Port Jeff Fishing Show
2026-03-21 08:00 - 16:00
Located at 37 Crystal Brook Hollow Rd, Mt Sinai, NY 11766 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature over 50 tables of fishing related items new and used including round table Q&A with pros in the industry. As well as door prizes and a full cash bar. Purchase tickets in advance or find out more information at fishermanfleamarket.com.

Kingwood Fishing Flea Market
2026-03-22
From 9 a.m. To 2 p.m. at Kingwood Park in Frenchtown, NJ with over 100 tables and vendors from throughout the tristate region. Admission $7 (free for kids under 14). Contact Tom Maiarota at 267-885-7179.

NJ Marine Fisheries Council Meeting
2026-03-26
Scheduled for 5 p.m. at the Stafford Township Firehouse at 133 Stafford Avenue in Manahawkin. Annual meeting where black sea bass, fluke and porgy regulations are typically finalized. For details call 609-292-7794.

Freeport Marine Supply 87th Anniversary Sale
2026-03-28 - 2026-04-12
Celebrate 87 years with storewide savings up to 30% off during Freeport Marine Supply’s annual anniversary sale. Anglers and boaters can also enjoy the same deals online. Bonus offer includes a FREE paint roller & tray kit with the purchase of any gallon of Interlux antifouling paint. Location: 47 West Merrick Road, Freeport, NY. Info: freeportmarine.com or (516) 379-2610.

Lindenhurst Spring Fishing Flea Market
2026-03-28 09:00 - 14:00
At the Firemen’s Pavilion, 555 Heiling Blvd @ Hartford Street in Lindenhurst, NY 11757. Wide variety of salt and freshwater fishing tackle; New, used, antique, custom fishing and boating items. Door prizes every hour; Food and refreshments available. Hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For show or vendor information go to www.fishingfleamarkets.com or call 718-702-5838.

24th Annual LBI Spring Derby
2026-04-04 - 2026-06-21
Formerly Simply Bassin’ a bluefish division was added in 2018 to this LBI-wide surfcasting event. Entry is $20 at Fisherman’s Headquarters, Surf City Bait & Tackle or Jingles Bait and Tackle. Visit LBISFC.com.

Bay Shore Fishing Show
2026-04-04 10:00 - 18:00
Great South Bay Brewery, 25 Drexel Dr., Bay Shore, NY, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Free admission. Warehouse-style tackle sale with rock-bottom pricing, plus fishing workshops, fly and surf casting classes (weather permitting), and pro seminars. Free sportfishing simulator, kids welcome, and $5 raffles benefiting Camp Good Mourning. More info: bayshorefishingshow.com.
