LDWF Beginner Saltwater Fishing
November 14, 2026
New Orleans · London Park (Lakefront)
A beginner saltwater fishing class on the lakefront. The organizer currently lists a waitlist; check the LDWF portal for availability.
LOUISIANA GULF COAST
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Louisiana Gulf Coast
Fishing Event Calendar
Rodeos, tournaments, fishing expos and meetups. Pick a date and plan your next trip.
34 dated events · 13 more awaiting dates
3 events this month
Event datesTentative dates are labeled
Events this month
Acadiana Fly Rodders: Louisiana Striped Bass
November 16, 2026
Youngsville · East Regional Library, 225 La Neuville Road
A public fly-fishing club program with an LDWF biologist on Louisiana striped bass restoration, management and fishing opportunities.
Turkey Trout Fish Out 2026
November 21, 2026
Cypremort Point · Cypremort Point State Park, 306 Beach Lane
Join Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club for a trout-focused fishing outing at Cypremort Point State Park. More event details are coming from the organizer.
Dates coming soon 13 events
These events are on our watch list. Check the organizers for their next announced dates.
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CCA Louisiana STAR ↗
Louisiana coast
Next season’s dates and rules are awaiting a consistent announcement.
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Caminada Redfish Rodeo ↗
Grand Isle Marina
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Central Gulf Coast Boat, Sport & RV Show ↗
Lake Charles
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Creole Classic Fishing Tournament ↗
Grand Isle
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Grand Isle Ladies Rodeo ↗
Grand Isle
Awaiting a consistent 2027 date announcement.
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Hurricane Hole Louisiana Open ↗
Grand Isle
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo ↗
Grand Isle
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Louisiana Redfish Classic ↗
Cocodrie, Grand Isle, Delacroix, Venice
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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New Orleans Fly Fishing Expo ↗
Metairie
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Original Grand Isle Redfish Rodeo ↗
Bridge Side Marina, Grand Isle
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Ride the Bull ↗
Bridge Side Marina, Grand Isle
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Rudy’s Pro — St Bernard ↗
Hopedale Marina
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Southern Louisiana Boat, Sport & RV Show ↗
Houma
Next dates to be confirmed by the organizer.
All scheduled event details
LDWF Beginner Saltwater Fishing
November 14, 2026
New Orleans · London Park (Lakefront)
A beginner saltwater fishing class on the lakefront. The organizer currently lists a waitlist; check the LDWF portal for availability.
Acadiana Fly Rodders: Louisiana Striped Bass
November 16, 2026
Youngsville · East Regional Library, 225 La Neuville Road
A public fly-fishing club program with an LDWF biologist on Louisiana striped bass restoration, management and fishing opportunities.
Turkey Trout Fish Out 2026
November 21, 2026
Cypremort Point · Cypremort Point State Park, 306 Beach Lane
Join Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club for a trout-focused fishing outing at Cypremort Point State Park. More event details are coming from the organizer.
LDWF Fishing Classes
December 5, 2026
Jennings · Louisiana Oil and Gas Park
Intro to Fishing and Beginner Catfishing classes are listed for this date at Louisiana Oil and Gas Park. Register through LDWF; the listed deadline is December 4.
Fall n Tide XXI
December 12, 2026
Empire / Buras · Delta Marina
Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club’s kayak rodeo includes redfish, trout and flounder divisions. Rescheduled to December 12; the captains’ meeting is December 11.
Fishers of Men Louisiana South — Venice
December 12, 2026
Venice · Cypress Cove Marina
The Louisiana South Classic division of Fishers of Men heads to Venice, with Cypress Cove Marina listed as the tournament ramp.
Fishers of Men Louisiana South — Atchafalaya Spillway
January 9, 2027
Belle River · Belle River Public Launch
A Louisiana South Classic team tournament on the Atchafalaya Spillway, departing from Belle River Public Launch.
Media Bass South — Team
January 10, 2027
Lake Verrett · Launch details from organizer
Team bass competition in the South division.
Media Bass South — Individual
January 31, 2027
Lake Verrett · Launch details from organizer
Individual bass competition in the South division.
Louisiana Tuna & Wahoo Classic
February 1 – March 31, 2027
Venice & participating Louisiana weigh stations · Kickoff at Venice Marina on January 30
An offshore tuna and wahoo tournament with fishing days throughout February and March. See the organizer for approved weigh stations and entry rules.
Fishers of Men Louisiana South — Lake Verret
February 13, 2027
Lake Verret area · Doiron's Landing
Fishers of Men's Louisiana South Classic division visits Lake Verret, with Doiron's Landing listed as the tournament ramp.
New Orleans Boat Show
February 19–21, 2027
New Orleans · Caesars Superdome
A regional boat show with boats, motors, marine electronics and boating accessories from southeast Louisiana dealers.
Professional Redfish League — Morgan City
February 20, 2027
Morgan City
A Louisiana stop on the Professional Redfish League schedule for two-person boat teams. See the organizer for launch and entry details.
Media Bass South — Team
February 21, 2027
Des Allemands · Launch details from organizer
Team bass competition in the South division.
Media Bass South — Individual
February 28, 2027
Des Allemands · Launch details from organizer
Individual bass competition in the South division.
Louisiana Sportsman Show
March 5–7, 2027
LaPlace · St. John the Baptist Community Center and Thomas F. Daley Memorial Park
A fishing, hunting and boating show with outdoor products and services for Louisiana anglers and sportsmen.
Louisiana Outdoor Expo
March 19–21, 2027
Gonzales · Lamar-Dixon Expo Center
Fishing and boating exhibitors, new boats, outdoor gear and family attractions at Lamar-Dixon Expo Center.
Big Bass Fishing Rodeo & Fishtival
March 20, 2027
New Orleans · City Park, 54 Dreyfous Drive
A City Park fishing day with bass competition, youth activities and the Fishtival. Check the organizer for each division’s entry details.
Media Bass South — Individual
April 4, 2027
Atchafalaya Basin · Launch details from organizer
Individual bass competition in the South division.
Media Bass South — Team
April 11, 2027
Atchafalaya Basin · Launch details from organizer
Team bass competition in the South division.
Media Bass South — Individual
April 25, 2027
Des Allemands · Launch details from organizer
Individual bass competition in the South division.
Louisiana Gulf Coast Billfish Classic
April 27 – May 1, 2027
Venice · Cypress Cove Marina
An offshore billfish tournament based at Cypress Cove. The organizer has announced the 2027 event dates; follow its schedule for updates.
Professional Redfish League — Lake Charles
May 1, 2027
Lake Charles
Redfish teams compete at the league’s Lake Charles stop. See the official schedule for event and entry updates.
Swordfish Showdown
May 1–31, 2027
Venice & Grand Isle · Louisiana weigh stations: Cypress Cove and Bridge Side marinas
A Gulf-wide swordfish tournament with Louisiana weigh stations. Teams choose fishing days during May; check current station arrangements and entry rules.
Southeast Louisiana Council Fishing Rodeo
May 8, 2027
Houma · 4374 Highway 311
A Scouting council fishing rodeo with youth age divisions for catfish, bass and panfish. Check the registration page for eligibility and participation details.
Media Bass South — Team
May 16, 2027
Des Allemands · Launch details from organizer
Team bass competition in the South division.
Media Bass South — Individual
May 23, 2027
Atchafalaya Basin / Lake Verrett · Launch details from organizer
Individual bass competition in the South division.
Cajun Canyons Billfish Classic
May 27–29, 2027
Venice · Cypress Cove Marina
Offshore teams compete in the Cajun Canyons Billfish Classic out of Cypress Cove Marina in Venice. The announced fishing days are May 27–29.
Media Bass South — Team
June 6, 2027
Atchafalaya Basin / Lake Verrett · Launch details from organizer
Team bass competition in the South division.
29th Annual Swollfest Fishing Rodeo
June 9–12, 2027
Grand Isle · Grand Isle Marina, 158 Sandollar Court
A four-day Grand Isle fishing rodeo with weigh-ins, a kids' zone and evening activities. June 9 is an extra fishing day; on-site registration and weigh-ins begin June 10.
Media Bass South — Individual
June 13, 2027
Des Allemands · Launch details from organizer
Individual bass competition in the South division.
Fishers of Men Louisiana South — Des Allemands
June 26, 2027
Des Allemands · New Des Allemands Boat Ramp
A Louisiana South Classic team tournament in Des Allemands, using the new Des Allemands boat ramp listed by Fishers of Men.
Golden Meadow–Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo
July 1–3, 2027
Port Fourchon
The Golden Meadow–Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo returns July 1–3, supporting scholarships and school equipment for South Lafourche students. The full 2027 event schedule is still to come.
Faux Pas Lodge Invitational Fishing Rodeo
July 21–24, 2027
Venice · Venice Marina
A multi-species rodeo with inshore and offshore divisions. The public captains’ party is July 21, followed by fishing July 22–24.