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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Apex Predator Lionfish Derby 2026 — Pompano Beach, FL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 30.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Pompano Beach, FL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
