VFW Fishing Tournament
When: June 16 - June 18, 2023
Where: VFW Post 3911, 2200 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
Welcome to the 11th annual VFW Fishing Tournament in Key West! This tournament is known up and down the Florida Keys as being a family event with cash prizes for the heaviest fish from five different species, including angler cash prizes in seven different categories. The tournament is capped off by an awards dinner and presentation of prizes on Sunday night.
The big news is that we have increased the Dolphin first prize from $3,000 to $5,000, and all the other cash prizes have been adjusted accordingly. The bigger news is that we now have a super bonus prize! The biggest Dolphin over 50 pounds will win a new Toyota Corolla (or $20,000 cash). We think that our event is one of the best in the state of Florida, and now with our enhanced prize structure, it's even better. If somebody hooks up a 50 pound plus Dolphin, and is in the two bigger Calcuttas, their winnings will be in the $40,000 range.
Whether you are a returning angler or new to the tournament scene, this is one event you do not want to miss. Our Tournament is unique because we have no paid employees, and all the money raised goes to the VFW Relief Fund. The Relief Fund is used for needy and disabled veterans in the Florida Keys.
So come on down to Key West and join in the fun! We know you'll have a great time, and you might just walk away with a big prize.
You might like these Events
Waterfront Playhouse: Charlotte's Web
A beautiful play about friendship. Presented by the Waterfront Youth Theatre.
Hemingway Days
Discover Hemingway Days in Key West: Celebrate Literature, Culture, and Island Fun Experience the vibrant spirit of Key West during the annual Hemingway Days celebration, happening July 22–26, 2026. This iconic festival honors literary giant Ernest Hemingway, who spent the 1930s crafting masterpieces in this tropical paradise. Visitors will enjoy an exciting lineup of events, including the legend...
Lobster Mini-Sport Season
Florida lobster sport season, locally dubbed “mini season" for its short two-day time duration, begins at 12:01 am on the last Wednesday of July and ends at midnight Thursday. Know the Rules for Keys Lobster Season and make sure to always verify dates and regulations with Florida Fish and Wildlife.
