Suffolk Marine Regulator Open House
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | CT
The Regulator Open House will take place May 15–17, 2026 at Suffolk Marine, located at 45 Willow St, Babylon, NY 11702, offering a three-day opportunity to check out the latest Regulator models with factory incentives and limited-time spring deals. The event runs Friday, May 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees can step aboard a full lineup of boats, enjoy sea trials, and experience firsthand the legendary Regulator ride. Complimentary refreshments will be available throughout the event.

NYC Fishing Meet Up
2026-05-17 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | CT
The NYC Fishing Meet Up Spring 2026, hosted by Bob Aquatic, is set for Sunday, May 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at East River Park in Manhattan. This casual, non-official gathering invites anglers to fish for fun with a “shortest fish” prize of $100 cash. Participants will be fishing north of the Williamsburg Bridge up to the end of construction, around the green umbrellas and seating area across from the tennis courts, with access via the Delancey Street Bridge. Anglers are asked to bring their own gear and bait, and a valid fishing license is required for anyone age 16 and older. This is a laid-back meet-up designed to keep things simple and enjoyable—just show up, fish, and have fun.

Phishphinders Friends & Family Fishing Trip
2026-05-27 06:00 - 13:00 | CT
PhishPhinders kicks off its 2026 Friends & Family Series aboard the Finchaser out of Greenport. A school holiday makes this a family-friendly trip ideal for kids. Sail time is 6 a.m., fishing until about 1 p.m. Cost is $145 per person, all-inclusive (fare, tip, pool, rod rental, fish cleaning). Giveaways and raffles aboard. Space is limited. Contact Capt. Garrett Weir or PhishPhinders via Instagram to reserve.

Fishin’ For The Mission22 Spring Sea Bass Tournament.
2026-05-29 06:00 - 2026-05-31 17:00 | CT
This family sea bass tournament is confined to Massachusetts waters and will benefit the Mission22 charity, a non-profit that helps veterans in crisis. There are several tiers of entry from the $20 junior angler, to the $100 adult entry—the heaviest fish takes home $3000, second place nets $1500, third gets $750 and there are many more prizes. Please visit www.fishingforthemission22.org for more information.

Surf Rats Ball Tournament
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-30 | CT
Catch and release striped bass tournament. Proceeds will benefit the Kids Need More charity. Entry fee is a $35 membership to www.surfratsball.com. Visit the website for additional info.

Manhattan Cup C&R Striper Tournament
2026-06-05 | CT
New York City’s exclusive catch and release striped bass contest benefits service veterans and the Fisheries Conservation Trust. Visit manhattancup.com.

June 6-7. NJSFSC Jamboree.
2026-06-06 08:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00 | CT
Presented by the New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs (NJFSC) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Griffin & Howe at Hudson Farm, 270 Stanhope Road in Andover. For details visit njsfsc.org.

Quest for the Ring Championship Week
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-18 | CT
Coach Jimmy Johnson returns to Farley State Marina at the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City with a $1 million guaranteed purse on the offshore grounds. For details go to questfortheringac.com.

6th Annual BHMTC Tuna Open
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-20 | CT
Presented by the Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club at 420 West Pennsylvania Ave. in Beach Haven. Eligible species include bigeye, bluefin, longfin and yellowfin with optional calcuttas. Go to tunaopen.com.

Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-18 | CT
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet at the Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria on 801 North Saint Asaph Street in Alexandria, VA. For more information go to MAFMC.org.

JCSA 1st Annual Thresher Tournament
2026-06-20 | CT
The Jersey Coast Shark Anglers put shark anglers back in the competition with door prizes and a mako release calcutta. Weigh-ins at Capt. Bill’s Landing on the Manasquan. For details go to jcsa.org.

Little Big Fishing Tournament
2026-06-25 05:00 - 16:00 | CT
Put on by E.J. Jaxtimer Builder, Inc. this charitable tournament benefits the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod. With up to 35 boats and more than 175 anglers of all ages expected, the Little Big Fishing Tournament, might not be so little anymore! The cost is $350 per boat and food will be provided by Baxter’s Fish and Chips! For more information please visit www.jaxtimer.com/thelittlebigfishingtournament.

Great Gun Anglers Offshore/Inshore Tournament
2026-06-27 | CT
The Great Gun Anglers host their annual Offshore/Inshore Tournament with a captains meeting set for June 26 at 7 p.m. at Rock Hill Country Club. The meeting will include raffles and door prizes. Tournament fishing takes place June 27 with two divisions: Inshore ($100 per boat) and Offshore ($300 per boat). Calcutta options will be available. For more information, call Frank at 516-779-9355.

Valley Stream Fishing Weekend
2026-06-27 10:00 - 2026-06-28 16:00 | CT
Participate in a free beginner’s fishing clinic hosted by NYSDEC at Arthur Hendrickson Park in Valley Stream, Nassau County on Saturday, 6/29 and Sunday, 6/30 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. For more information and to pre-register, email the NYSDEC Region 1 Fisheries Office at fwfish1@dec.ny.gov, 631-444-0280.

NJ Marine Fisheries Council Meeting
2026-07-09 | CT
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.

Town of Islip Public Freshwater Clinic
2026-07-16 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-30 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-08-13 17:30 - 19:30 | CT
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs alongside NYSDEC will be hosting a free fishing Clinic located at Knapps Lake at Brookwood Hall, East Islip from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Loaner poles and bait will be provided. Only 25 are spots are available per session. Preregistration required, call (631) 224-5430.

JCSA Fluke Fever Tournament
2026-07-18 | CT
Presented by the Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. Captains meeting at 385 Herbertsville Rd. in Brick. For details contact Rick Carroll at 732-773-3409 or Frank Ross at 732-856-2576. Visit jcsa.org.

Freedom to Fish Lynn Fishing Derby
2026-07-18 08:00 - 15:00 | Blossom Street Pier, 379 Blossom St, Lynn, MA
A day-long fishing derby and luncheon to say thank you to Veterans of Lynn and the surrounding communities. The fishing derby will be held in Lynn’s beautiful harbor and culminating at the Blossom Street ferry site where there will be a weigh-in and cook-out. For more information or to sign up, please follow “freedomfishlynn” on Facebook or call 781-581-9399.

Great Gun Moriches Anglers Take a Vet Fishing
2026-07-25 | CT
Vets will be treated to a day of fishing with all bait, tackle, and boats supplied by the club and local volunteers followed by a barbecue. Registration for veterans will begin at the Union Avenue Dock in Center Moriches at 8 a.m. on July 25th. For more information call (631) 813-8663.

Block Island Inshore Fishing Tournament
2026-07-25 05:00 - 2026-07-26 12:00 | Block Island FishWorks, Ocean Ave, New Shoreham, RI, United States
Compete in the expanded field of nine inshore species categories, bonito, false albacore, bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, mahi, striped bass, bluefish, black sea bass and fluke—the albie, striper and bluefish categories will be catch-photo-release only. There are also prize categories for youth, shore, fly, team achievements and even for the best wind farm photo. With over $10,000 in prizes, you don’t want to miss this one. Visit www.sandypointco.com for more information.

ASMFC Summer Meeting
2026-08-03 - 2026-08-06 | CT
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will hold their annual summer meeting at the Westin Crystal City, 1800 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA. For details and webinar link go to ASMFC.org.

53rd Annual White Marlin Open
2026-08-03 - 2026-08-08 | CT
Held annually in Ocean City, MD the tournament awards prize money for catches of white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, and dolphin. For details go to whitemarlinopen.com.

Great Gun Anglers Fluke Tournament
2026-08-08 | CT
The Great Gun Anglers Fluke Tournament is set for August 8 and will be held rain or shine. Weigh-in will take place at Union Avenue Dock. Entry fee is $75 per boat. Additional details are expected soon. For more information, contact John at 631-879-2809.

57th Annual White Marlin Invitational
2026-08-10 - 2026-08-15 | CT
Presented by Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club, with captain’s choice two of four available fishing days. For details go to whitemarlininvitational.com.

Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting
2026-08-10 - 2026-08-13 | CT
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet at the Westin Philadelphia at 99 South 17th Street in Philadelphia, PA. For more information go to MAFMC.org.

4th Annual Arrowhead Fluke Tournament
2026-08-15 | CT
Presented by the Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. Captains meeting on August 14 at the Arrowhead Inn on Rt. 88 in Brick. For details contact Rick Carroll at 732-773-3409 or Frank Ross at 732-856-2576. Visit jcsa.org.

Corey Beach Crabbing and Snapper Fishing Clinic
2026-08-20 17:30 - 19:30 | CT
Starts at 5:30 p.m. at Corey Beach Blue Point boat ramp. Free admission. For more information contact Walter Burak at (631) 444-0283.

Town of Riverhead Snapper Clinic
2026-09-03 17:30 - 19:30 | CT
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.
