Apex Predator Lionfish Derby 2026 — Pompano Beach, FL

Date
May 30, 2026
Location
Pompano Beach, FL
Venue
101 N Riverside Drive
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00 – $120.00
Events
Apex Predator Open (2 Day Derby), Apex Predator Mini Derby (Half Day Derby), Apex Predator Open & Mini Derby
Includes
Mesh Dive Bag
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The Apex Predator Lionfish Derby is a fishing competition held in Pompano Beach, Florida on May 30, 2026. The event takes place at 101 N Riverside Drive and starts at 7:00 AM. Entry fees range from $40 to $120 depending on the registration option selected. This derby targets lionfish, an invasive species in Atlantic waters, combining sport fishing with environmental management. Pompano Beach's location on Florida's central coast provides direct access to offshore and nearshore fishing grounds where lionfish are commonly found. Participants should arrange their own accommodations in the area and plan to arrive the evening before or early morning for the 7:00 AM start.

From the Race Organizer
Apex Predator Lionfish Derby – 2026 The Hunt Expands. The Mission Continues. The Apex Predator Lionfish Derby returns in May 2026 with an expanded format that opens participation to personal boats, and multiple dive outfitters as well as expanded hunt areas. This two-day conservation-focused tournament brings together the dive community to combat one of the greatest threats to Florida’s reefs — invasive lionfish. Event Dates & Times Apex Predator Open (Two Day Derby): Tournament Start: Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 7:00AM Tournament End: Sunday, May 31, 2026 – 4:00 PM Awards: Sunday, May 31, 2026 – 5:00 PM The Mini (Single Dive Derby): Tournament Start: Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 8:00AM Tournament End: Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 1:00 PM Awards: Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 1:30 PM Tournament Format Apex Predator Open (2 Day Derby) The Main Apex Predator Lionfish Derby runs both Saturday and Sunday and is open to: • Personal boats • Divers using their own selected dive outfitters Divers will compete

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Apex Predator Lionfish Derby 2026 — Pompano Beach, FL?

Apex Predator Lionfish Derby 2026 — Pompano Beach, FL takes place on May 30, 2026. The race is held in Pompano Beach, Florida.

Where is Apex Predator Lionfish Derby 2026 — Pompano Beach, FL held?

Apex Predator Lionfish Derby 2026 — Pompano Beach, FL is held at 101 N Riverside Drive in Pompano Beach, Florida.

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