Town of Riverhead Snapper Clinic
2026-09-03 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Located at Peconic Riverfront Park, Riverhead from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Free, family-friendly snapper clinic with instruction on casting, rigging and basic techniques. Gear and bait provided; ideal for kids and beginner anglers.

The 2026 Nantucket Inshore Classic
2026-09-06 00:01 - 2026-10-16 17:00
The 2026 Nantucket Inshore Classic hosted by the Nantucket Anglers’ Club. With categories for adult, fly and youth, in a catch-photo-release format and all kids fish free! For more information, please visit www.nantucketanglersclub.com.

NJ Marine Fisheries Council Meeting
2026-09-10
Scheduled for 5 p.m. at the Bay Avenue Community Center, 775 E Bay Avenue in Manahawkin. For details call 609-292-7794.

Long Island Women’s Fishing Expo
2026-09-12
The 7th Annual Long Island Women’s Fishing Expo takes place Saturday, September 12 at Connetquot River State Park Preserve in Oakdale, NY. This free event features fly fishing and casting instruction, knot tying, fly tying demonstrations, a trout hatchery tour and more. Pre-registration is required. Call 631-444-0280 or email fwfish1@dec.ny.gov. An $8 parking fee applies.

Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass & Bluefish Derby
2026-09-13 00:01 - 2026-10-17 17:00
Now in its 81st year, the Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass & Bluefish Derby is back for another action-packed fall run! Be a part of the long-standing tradition that is “The Derby”, and bring home some great prizes! There are varous tiers of entry, for more information, please visit www.mvderby.com.

Town of Oyster Bay Waterfront Festival
2026-09-13 10:00 - 16:00
Hosted by Town of Oyster Bay and Supervisor Joseph Saladino at Tobay Beach Marina from noon to 4 p.m. Free concert featuring Captain Cool Band, marine and outdoor exhibits, snapper fishing, arts & crafts, police boat demos and much more. For more information, call 516-797-4121 or go to www.oysterbaytown.com.

The Newport International Boat Show
2026-09-17 10:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00
At the Newport Yachting Center on Commercial Wharf in Newport, RI and spilling over into Old Port Marine, Bannister’s Wharf, Bowen’s Warf and Market Square. Admission is $33 for adults 10 and over (children under 10 are free). Buy your tickets in advance and save $2. Those who would like a preview can buy a $44 ticket to get in on Thursday. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, (5 p.m. close on Sunday). For more information please visit www.newportboatshow.com.

The Fisherman Surf/Inshore/Offshore Fishing Show
2026-09-17 16:00 - 22:00
Hosted by The Fisherman Magazine at the Huntington Hilton (quarter mile south of the LIE on Route 110). More than 75 surf and inshore related tackle manufacturers and retailers; Goody bags to first 600 attendees. Free giant raffle; Surf, inshore and offshore one-on-one sessions; Show doors open at 4 p.m. Tickets $20 for adults; $15 for children 16 and under. For more information call 631-345-5200.

The Progressive® Norwalk Boat Show
2026-09-24 10:00 - 2026-09-27 17:00 | Norwalk Cove Marina, 48 Calf Pasture Beach Rd., Nowalk, CT, 06855
Located at Norwalk Cove Marina in Norwalk, CT right on Calf Pasture Beach Road with FREE parking! Tickets are $20 in advance or $22 the day of the show, children 12 and under are FREE. Open 10 to 7 daily, 10 to 5 on Sunday, for more information visit www.boatshownorwalk.com.

Fred Golofaro Memorial Montauk Surf Fishing Classic
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-04
Sponsored by Long Island State Parks and The Fisherman. Cash and tackle prizes for the three largest striped bass, bluefish and released striped bass. Entry fee is $20. Awards ceremony at Montauk State Park at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 5. For more info, call 631-321-3510.

Jim’s Dock 3rd Annual Blackfish Blowout
2026-10-03 08:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00
Held at Jim’s Dock (1175 Succotash Rd., Narragansett, RI). This two day tourney features gear and cash prizes with an afterparty held at Salt Marsh Pub. The cost in $80 which includes your meal at the party, kids, 12 and under, are $20. Call Jim’s Dock (401-569-1009) and ask for Lindsay to sign up.

Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting
2026-10-06 - 2026-10-08
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet at the Sanderling Resort at 1461 Duck Road in Duck, NC. For more information go to MAFMC.org.

Mr. Poseidon's 6th Annual 3-Day Montauk Striper Challenge
2026-10-15 - 2026-10-17
A catch and release only striper tournament located in Montauk Lower Lot. Over 10 prizes and side challenges during the event. For details on how to compete go to mrposeidonofficial.com or more call Mr. Poseidon at (917) 567-3105.

The Tightlined Slam Western Sound Tournament
2026-10-16 06:00 - 2026-10-18 17:00
With a mission of spreading a message of fisheries conservation, the Tightlined Slam Tournament is non-profit event that support the American Saltwater Guides Association and the Save A Million Bass organization. There are nine prize categories with striped bass, bluefish and hardtails (false albacore, bonito, Spanish mackerel) filling out the species categories in fly and spin, a slam category and a team category. Cost is $675 per boat with a new skiff category that carries a $450 entry fee. For more information visit www.tightlinedslam.com.

Hempstead Lake Fall Family Fishing Festival
2026-10-17 10:00 - 16:00
Located at Hempstead Lake State Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities include open fishing, fishing instruction, fly casting demonstrations, and a fish cleaning station. Children’s activities will include hands-on educational displays and a “Fall Fling” casting contest.

Black Hall Outfitter's 13th Annual TogTober Tournament
2026-10-22 08:00 - 2026-10-25 17:00
Hosted by Black Hall Outfitters, this awesome tog tournament features prizes for the top three largest blackfish, plus daily tog awards and calcuttas for several species. Last year’s winner took home $4,000! Head on over to www.blackhalloutfitters.com for all the details, cost is $50 per angler.

Fred Golofaro Memorial South Shore Fishing Classic
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-25
Sponsored by Long Island State Parks and The Fisherman; Cash and tackle prizes for the three largest striped bass, bluefish and released striped bass. Entry fee is $25. Awards ceremony at Captree State Park at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 26. For more info, call 631-321-3510.

NJ Marine Fisheries Council Meeting
2026-11-05
Scheduled for 5 p.m. at the Galloway Twp. Branch of the Atlantic Co. Library, 306 East Jimmie Leeds Road in Galloway. For details call 609-292-7794.

4th Annual JCSA Catch & Release Striper Fever
2026-11-07 - 2026-11-15
Presented by the Jersey Coast Shark Anglers with captains meeting at club headquarters located at 385 Herbertsville Road in Brick Township. A “pick your day” tournament; for details go to jcsa.org.

ASMFC Annual Meeting
2026-11-09 - 2026-11-12
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will hold their annual meeting at the Hotel Viking in Newport, RI. For details and webinar link go to ASMFC.org.

Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting
2026-12-14 - 2026-12-16
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet at the Westin Annapolis at 100 Westgate Circle in Annapolis, MD. For more information go to MAFMC.org.

The Narragansett Surfcasters 13th Annual Surf Day
2027-01-09 08:00 - 14:00 | West Warwick Civic Center, 100 Factory St, West Warwick, RI
At the West Warwick Civic Center, (100 Factory St, West Warwick, RI). There will be loads of new and used fishing tackle for sale. Vendor tables are available, please contact Bruce Bain at brucebain123@hotmail.com. Adult admission is a $10 donation to the club’s Take a Kid Fishing Day (children 12 and under get in free), the show runs 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
