The Destin Fishing Rodeo is an annual fishing event in Destin, Florida, every October, all month long. The Fishing Rodeo is a favorite for locals and tourists alike. Weigh-ins are free and open to the public every day in October at the official Fishing Rodeo scale by our Weigh-in Master, Bruce, between 10 am-7 pm. This event provides fun for the entire family.
Destin, Florida, is an impressive vacation spot all year long. October offers some of the most delightful weather and picture-perfect sunrises and sunsets. All October long, at the break of dawn, you can see boats gearing up and heading out to sea to find the biggest catch. It is an exciting time to visit Destin, Florida, and Destin Harbor. Everyone is welcome on the Harbor Dock to watch the weigh-ins and join the excitement.
History of The Destin Fishing Rodeo
The Fishing Rodeo originated in 1948 by a group of businesspeople who wanted to extend the local fishing season. Another goal of this action was to drive more tourism to the Destin area. It was a successful effort and today boasts over 36,000 anglers every year.
The fishing rodeo has broken state and even world records for many fish species. With the number of fish caught and the size of the fish, it's easy to see why Destin is considered "The World's Luckiest Fishing Village."
Book Your Rodeo Charter Today
Special K Fishing Charter is booking charters for the Destin 2017 Fishing Rodeo now! Contact Us as soon as possible, times and dates are filling up quickly, and availability will not last long. We have multiple charter options. Keep in mind the longer your charter stays, the more time we will have to travel further offshore. If you are an avid fisherman, you know the more significant, most prized fish are in the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The Fishing Rodeo's primary location is at AJ's On the Bayou, Destin Harbor.
