The Fisherman

Keith Romaine Memorial Snapper Derby
2025-09-14
The Montauk Surfcasters and Town of Brookhaven present the annual derby on the Union Avenue Dock in Center Moriches from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first 100 children registered will receive a derby shirt or snapper rod combo. Prizes donated by MSA, Smith Point Bait & Tackle, and the Center Moriches Chamber of Commerce. For info, contact Brookhaven Parks Department.

The 80th Annual Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass & Bluefish Derby
2025-09-14 08:00 - 2025-10-18 17:00 (America/New_York) | JR Yacht Club, 1 Dock St #1309, Edgartown, MA, 02539, United States
Be a part of the long-standing tradition that is “The Derby”, and bring home some great prizes! For eight decades, The Derby has been a time to renew friendships, share a hot cup of coffee and create memories that fuel the winter’s exaggerated fish tales. It is a time for all to refocus on the natural beauty of this Island sanctuary. So come and join us, to experience great fishing, rich history, meeting new friends, and generous sponsor-donated prizes – all in support of our scholarship program.

The Progressive® Norwalk Boat Show
2025-09-18 10:00 - 2025-09-21 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.

Tobay In-Water Boat Show
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-21 | Tobay Beach Marina
Tobay Beach, Massapequa, NY. Presented by the New York Marine Trades Association, Long Island’s largest in-water boat show features hundreds of new and pre-owned boats on display, along with marine accessories and services. For more information visit nymta.com.

56th Annual Ocean City Fishing Club Surf Fishing Tournament
2025-09-20
Association of Surf Angling Clubs (ASAC) event open to teams and individuals at Ocean City. Get details at asaconline.org.

Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-28
Presented by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey at 2 Stadium Way in Lakewood, NJ. Friday 11-6, Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 10-5. Admission $10 (12 and under free). Go to jerseyboatexpo.com.

7th Annual Fishing Tournament & Lobster Bash
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-27
Located at Port of Egypt Marine in Southold, NY on September 26 & 27, 2025, benefiting Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital. Entry is $700 per team and includes access to the Captain’s Huddle reception, souvenir tournament shirts, and four tickets to the Saturday night Lobster Bash celebration. For more info call (631) 477-5164.

Atlantic County Surf Fishing Derby
2025-09-27 - 2025-11-23
The annual Pat Erdman Memorial Tournament for stripers, bluefish, tautog, kingfish and sheepshead from Brigantine to Longport. Register at Ray Scott’s Dock in Margate. Email ed@steelfinangling.com.

70th Annual Pennsauken Surf Fishing Club Tournament
2025-09-27
Association of Surf Angling Clubs (ASAC) event open to teams and individuals in North Wildwood. For info contact Pamela Thompson at 609-680-9842 or pamela.thompson74@gmail.com.

United States Powerboat Show
2025-10-02 - 2025-10-05
Held at the City Dock at Annapolis, MD, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Discount tickets at annapolisboatshows.com.

Fred Golofaro Memorial Montauk Surf Fishing Classic
2025-10-03 09:00 - 2025-10-05 12:30
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.

Hook’em Early Kids Fishing Event
2025-10-04
Present by Mike “Ike” Iaconelli and the IKE Foundation at Runnemede Lake in Elmer, NJ. Event runs from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. for kids ages 15 and under. For details go to theikefoundation.org.

The 77th Annual Long Beach Island Fishing Club Tournament
2025-10-04
Sanctioned by the Association of Surf Angling Clubs (ASAC) and open to teams and individuals in Harvey Cedars. For details contact Barry Forgeng at 215-990-7660 or BForg001@gmail.com.

The Fisherman Surf/Inshore/Offshore Fishing Show
2025-10-09 17:00 - 22:00 | Huntington Hilton, 598 Broadhollow Rd, Melville, 11747, United States
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 (additional tickets available for purchase); Surf and inshore fishing seminars; Show doors open at 5 p.m. and presentations get underway at 5:30 p.m. Tickets $20 for adults; $15 for children 16 and under. For more information call 631-345-5200.
Hilton Long Island Hotel & Convention Center
598 Broadhollow Rd. Melville, NY 11747
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Crazy Alberto Benefit Surf Tournament
2025-10-10 - 2025-10-12
Fish anywhere on the East Coast, catch & release striped bass only. Entry $25 per angler, proceeds benefit “Crazy” Alberto Knie. Longest fish wins with photo submission. Cash and gear prizes, plus raffles. Info/registration: crazyalbertobenefit.site

7th Annual Barrier Island Beach Brawl
2025-10-10 - 2025-10-11
Presented by Nick Honachefsky of the Saltwater Underground, two-day surfcasting event from Point to IBSP, based out of Playa Bowls and Crabs Claw Inn in Lavallette with $45 entry. Go to saltwaterunderground.com.

Twin Lights Cup Striper Tournament
2025-10-10
Out of Bahr’s Landing supporting the Monmouth County Mental Health Association. For details email brian@jerseydevilsportfishing.com or visit thetwinlightscup.com.

The Tightlined Slam Western Sound Tournament
2025-10-10 05:00 - 2025-10-12 17:00
With a mission of spreading a message of fisheries conservation, the Tightlined Slam Tournament Series are non-profit events 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.

8th Annual Jeff Bajek Memorial Surf Tournament
2025-10-11
Hosted by Merchantville Fishing Club, sanctioned by the Association of Surf Angling Clubs and open to teams and individuals on LBI. Contact Gene Aikens at 609-440-6994 or fishnut1965@yahoo.com.

8th Annual American Angler Surf Fishing Tournament
2025-10-12
Surfcasters only event on the beaches of Seaside Park. For details visit americananglerus.com or contact Carl Hartmann at either 201-481-4390 or cfishigotu@aol.com.

Generations Bass Tournament
2025-10-13 06:00 - 16:30
Hosted by Harbor Crab Restaurant and Marina. Honoring Jay Nichols & Paul Ambrose. Boundaries are Shinnecock Inlet to Tobay Beach. Captain’s meeting is Sunday the 12th. Lines in at 6 a.m. Weigh in at 4:15 p.m. at the restaurant. $100 entry includes gifts, open bar and dinner buffet after the fishing. For more information contact Mark Miller at 631-721-3041.

Mr. Poseidon's 5th Annual 3-Day Montauk Striper Challenge
2025-10-16 - 2025-10-18
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.

Korkers Cup Gathering of the Anglers Tournament
2025-10-17 - 2025-10-19
Hosted by the Montauk Surfcasters Association. This surf-only, lures-only contest runs from 5 p.m. on Friday, October 17 to 10 a.m. on Sunday, October 19. Weigh-in at 11 a.m. Sunday on the northwest corner of the Robert Moses Field 2 parking lot. All clubs eligible. For info, email info@surfcasters.org.

New Jersey Free Fishing Day
2025-10-18
Beginning in 2015, the NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife has offered spring and fall Free Fishing Days when no freshwater license is required. For details visit njfishandwildlife.com.

Hempstead Lake Fall Family Fishing Festival
2025-10-18 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.

Oakdale Yacht Club Striper Cup Tournament
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-25
; Located at Oakdale Yacht Marina. Entry fee is $125 per angler. Go to oakdaleyacht.com/pages/striper-cup for more information.

Striper Day
2025-10-25
Located at Riverhead High School. Hosted by Surfcaster’s Journal and the Riverhead High School Fishing Club. Event will raise funds for the club’s activities. At the event will be tackle shops, fishing equipment, plug builders, manufacturers, clubs and organizations. For more information please admin@surfcastersjournal.com.

Town of Babylon Surf Fishing Cup
2025-10-31 - 2025-11-02
Sign-ups take place Friday, October 31 from 3 to 11 p.m. in the Babylon Overlook parking lot. Hosted by the Town of Babylon with support from Paumonak Surfcasters, the Long Island Beach Buggy Association and the New York Coalition for Recreational Fishing.

NJ Mandatory PFD Rule
2025-11-01 - 2026-05-01
All persons aboard a recreational vessel less than 26 feet must wear a securely fastened USCG approved wearable personal flotation device while such vessel is underway.

JCSA Catch & Release Striper Fever
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-08
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.
