A full month of world-class fishing action — the Southeast's oldest and greatest tournament since 1948.
Thursday, October 1 - Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 10:00 - 19:00
Destin Harbor — AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar (weigh-in station)
116 Harbor Blvd
Destin, FL 32541
Every October, the world's top anglers descend on Destin for the legendary Destin Fishing Rodeo — running strong since 1948 and now in its 77th year. For the entire month of October, the Destin Harbor buzzes with the excitement of competitive deep-sea fishing as hundreds of boats battle for trophies across dozens of species categories.
Daily public weigh-ins behind AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar (10 AM–7 PM) are completely free and offer a front-row spectacle — watch massive amberjack, mahi, tuna, and even billfish get hauled to the scale as the crowd reacts to every record-breaking catch. Special events include a Kids' Wagon Boat Parade on October 5, a 5K Run on October 3, and a festive Halloween party to close out the month on October 31.
The Fishing Rodeo transforms all of October into a month-long festival atmosphere throughout Destin. From casual onlookers to die-hard fishing families, there is something thrilling about watching the fleet come home each afternoon. This is Destin at its most authentic — and one of the most uniquely unforgettable events on the entire Gulf Coast.
Fishing enthusiasts, families, anyone wanting an authentic Destin experience during peak fall season
Free daily weigh-ins Oct 1–31 (10 AM–7 PM behind AJ's), Kids Wagon Boat Parade Oct 5, 5K Run Oct 3, Halloween party Oct 31
Free to watch weigh-ins; entry fees apply for competing anglers
If this event is one reason for your trip, it makes sense to stay somewhere comfortable and keep the rest of the weekend easy. Our rentals work well for guests who want beach time, dining, and local events all in the same trip.
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