The Fisherman

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 (America/New_York) | 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.

Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-09
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet at the Westin Grand Central at 212 East 42nd Street in New York City. For more information go to MAFMC.org.

Soft Opening: Port Tackle Co.
2026-04-10
115 W Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY; Community-driven tackle and marine shop featuring high-quality gear, expert advice, and a family-friendly atmosphere; Visit port-tackle.com for details.

Belmont Lake Spring Fishing Festival
2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00
Located at Belmont 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 “Spring Fling” casting contest.

June 6. New Jersey Free Fishing Day.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Since 2015, the NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife has offered two free fishing days each year when no freshwater license is required. In 2026 the first is June 6, the second is September 26. For details visit njfishandwildlife.com.

June 6. 40th Annual Women's Surf Fishing Club of NJ Tournament.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
This ASAC sanctioned event is open to teams and individuals on the beach at Brigantine. For details contact Reggi
Vasta at 215-901-2474 or cozmofaerie@aol.com.

June 5. Manhattan Cup C&R Striper Tournament.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
New York City’s exclusive catch and release striped bass contest benefits U.S. military service veterans and the Fisheries Conservation Trust. Visit manhattancup.com.

May 30. 27th “Brutus” Fluke Tournament.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Hosted by EHT Elks 2563 and Somers Point AmVet Post 911 with over $3,500 in cash and prizes. For details call Walter Gregory at 609-513-6219 or email Brutusboy6665@aol.com.

May 29-31. Hook, Line, and Warriors / Hands Too Drum Tournament.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Presented by Hook, Line and Warriors for veterans and first responders. For details call Capt. Frank Breakell (609-425-9401) or visit Hands Too Bait & Tackle.

May 22. Hook, Line, and Warriors Starfish Sea Bass.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Presented by Hook, Line and Warriors for veterans and first responders, this 8-hour trip leaves at 7 a.m. For details contact Capt. Frank W. Breakell at 609-425-9401.

May 17. 35th Annual Governor's Cup Surf Fishing Tournament.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Newly named Garden State Surf Fishing Classic at Island Beach State Park, register for the Governor’s Cup by April 19 to save on adult registration. Details at njfishandwildlife.org or call 609-748-4347.

May 16. The 36th Annual Surf’n Land Tournament.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
An ASAC sanctioned event is open to teams and individuals in Brigantine. For details contact Dan Wiest at 215-410-6192 or danstcroix@verizon.net.

May 16. Valhalla Flounder Open.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
This Bass River classic returns to Valhalla Yachting Center in New Gretna with $4K (plus calcuttas) to be awarded afterwards at Breeze’s on the Bass River. Benefits Fisheries Conservation Trust. Register at fisheriesconservationtrust.org.

May 15-17. 22nd Annual Middle Township Drum Fish Tournament.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
The “Mayor’s Cup” drum classic with weigh-ins at Jim’s Bait and Tackle at 1208 NJ-109 in Cape May. Visit Jim’s for registration details or download the form at middletownship.com.

May 15. LHM Canal Flounder Tournament.
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Register at Lewes Harbour Marina. Annual summer flounder contest supports Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. For details call 302-645-6227 or pick up registration form at Lewes Harbour Marina.
