The 2026 Kick-Off Party is set for Tues., May 5th at Joyland Live!
- Price: $150
- Date: Tue, May 05, 2026
- Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Venue: Joyland Live
- Location: 8341 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
- Purchase Tickets
This year’s Kick-Off Event will once again be held at Joyland, 8341 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, on Tues., May 5th. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m. and the party itself starts at 7:00 p.m. Your $150 entry into the tournament gets you food and fun, and a cash bar will also be available.
Tournament SPONSORSHIPS are available. It’s the generosity of our amazing sponsors that have kept this legendary tournament running for 96 years. As you know, we have a fantastic group of anglers and much more watching online and in the community. Please contact us if you would like to talk to a representative about sponsorship.
We couldn’t be more excited about this year’s tournament and can’t wait to see you all at Joyland Live, the Country-Western Restaurant & Bar.
