Fishing Rodeo
13th Annual Flora -Bama Fishing Rodeo
JUNE 5-7, 2026 - POSTPONED
RESCHEDULED DATE: June 19th-21st, 2026
2026 REGISTRATION IS OPEN THROUGH JUNE 18TH 11:59PM!
Due to forecasted weather conditions and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our participants, staff, and spectators, the Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo originally scheduled for this weekend has been postponed.
New Event Dates: June 19 & 20, 2026
All current registrations will be honored automatically.
Registration will remain open through June 18 at 11:59 PM.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to a safe and exciting Fishing Rodeo later this month!
If you have any questions, please contact us at events@florabama.com.
The 'Funnest' Fishing Tournament on the Gulf Coast - the Flora-Bama's Annual Fishing Rodeo is the "Every Mans" fishing rodeo! Just like the Flora-Bama Lounge, you don't have to be a VIP to fish with us!
Categories will range from Catfish to Bill Fish, including a Spearfishing category and everything in-between. Heck, we'll probably see who can catch the biggest crab before it's all said and done. Bring all the family and friends for a fun packed weekend. With that said, we can promise you one thing - we'll be giving away top-of-the-line prizes!
Event Details Below
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When and where is the rodeo?List Item 1
JUNE 19, 20 & 21 - 2026
The tournament will be held at the Flora-Bama Ole River Grill beach area, across the street from the World Famous Flora-Bama Lounge. The Fishing Rodeo is a 3-day Captain's Choice tournament with anglers competing for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in 30 categories including red snapper.
Accompanying the tournament will be a three day beach party and awards ceremony that will include daily weigh-ins with fish viewing area, live music, great food, vendor booths and hospitality done in true Flora-Bama fashion!
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Where can I register / enter?List Item 2
Registration is open! Click Here
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What is the official schedule of the rodeo?List Item 3
THERE WILL BE A FACBOOK LIVE VIRTUAL CAPTAIN'S MEETING ON 6/18 AT 6PM FLORA-BAMA FISHING RODEO FACEBOOK PAGE.
RODEO OPENS
Friday, June 19th, 2026 at 12AM CT.
RODEO CLOSES
Saturday, June 20th, 2026 at 6PM CT.
WEIGH-IN STATIONS
Friday, June 19th, 2026, 2 - 6 PM Ole River Grill Beach Area
Saturday, June 20th, 2026, 2 - 6 PM Ole River Grill Beach Area.
If you aren't in line by the end time, you cannot weigh in. There will be music, food, activities, and drinks for everyone of all ages going on both days at the Flora-Bama Yacht Club and Flora-Bama Ole River Grill so come join the fun Friday and Saturday.
AWARDS CEREMONY
Sunday, June 21st, 2026, 11 AM at Flora-Bama Yacht Club Stage.
TICKET INFO
Tickets can be purchased online until 11:59 pm on Thursday, June 18th.
Everyone must enter one of two divisions when fishing the FBFR, the kids division or the adults division.
A kid may compete in the adults division by purchasing an adult ticket, but an adult may not compete in the kids division.
For online purchases, please print your confirmation email or show it on your phone at the weigh station.
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Any more information?
Full Information HERE
Where can I leave from?
You do not have to sign out from any specific location. You may begin fishing at 12:00 am on Friday, June 19th. Fish may be caught from any location between Cape San Blas, FL and the TX/LA border. You must weigh in no later than 6pm June 20th.
Where is the weigh in?
Next to the Flora-Bama Ole River Grill on the Beach Area. All boats that cannot fit under the Ono Island Bridge, please bring your fish in by vehicle.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT EVENTS@FLORABAMA.COM
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