It’s the most fun you can have On (and Off) the water!

Fish ‘N Fest events are a gathering of folks who have watched Nuts & Bolts of Fishing TV and want to experience the fishing and amenities at destinations we’ve showcased on the show. It’s not a fishing tournament, so there’s no pressure. Instead, we enjoy two days of fun saltwater fishing with local charter captains (or on your own boat), we discover the hospitality and cuisine of the area, and most importantly…we make new friends. Friends you’ll keep forever. And you are all invited.

Two Days Fishing
Welcome Banquet
Celebration Banquet
Family-oriented

Goodie Bags
Great Food
Win a Custom Rod
Win a Fishing Trip

Kahuna Awards
Casting Contest
New Friends
Great Memories!

*“We look forward to re-connecting with friends we’ve made in the past, and we make new ones at every event. We can’t wait for the next one.”*

“It’s so much more than fishing…everyone treats you like family. Our daughter grew up coming to Fish ‘N Fest’s. Now, we wouldn’t miss it for the world.”

There have been over 30 Fish ‘N Fest events. And one promise we’ve always kept…. “No matter how you get here… you’ll leave feeling like family.”

Maybe you’ve never fished saltwater, or never been fishing at all. Or maybe you’re a seasoned angler and want to learn how to fish at a different destination. That’s exactly why you should come. And if you don’t own a boat, that’s perfectly OK. We enlist the best professional charter captains in the area to take attendees fishing. You get the benefit of their professional experience, so you can spend the day learning their tactics and enjoy the fishing. And we have just as much fun off the water too. The Welcome and Celebration Banquets give you the opportunity to socialize with fellow attendees, meet local charter guides, and win some really cool prizes. All while enjoying a great meal with your new friends. Still sitting on the fence? Take a look at one the Nuts & Bolts TV episodes from the last Fish ‘N Fest at Crystal River. You really don’t want to miss this one.

WATCH A CRYSTAL RIVER FISH ‘N FEST TV EPISODE

“This was our fifth time to a Fish ‘N Fest and it’s always a blast! It feels like home.”

“This was our first year. We made so many new friends. We plan to come back every year.”

“Some weekends are measured by the fish you catch…The best ones are measured by the friends you make.”

Fish ‘N Fest events combine spectacular sunsets, gentle ocean breezes, delicious local cuisine, welcoming people, and fantastic fishing. All in one weekend. Bring the family…bring a buddy…or come by yourself. We’ve got the table set, and we’ve saved a seat for you. Whether it’s your first one or your tenth one, you’ll leave with great memories and life-long friends.

Fish ‘N Fests

Fish Caught

New friendships

Of great memories

I’m in!!! What’s the next step?

Ready to join in the fun? It’s a breeze to sign up. Just click on the Register Now button to get to the Registration Page. From there you can download the Registration Form…fill it out and email it to us. Then sign up for the Banquets, and sign up for Charter Fishing (if you’re not bringing your own boat). After that, book your room through our room block at Paddletail Waterfront lodge (details below). If you’ve been to a Fish ‘N Fest before, and already know how it works, you can click the PAY buttons and go directly to the payment portals. But don’t wait too long, we have a limited number of slots available and they will go fast. So Register Today! It’s that simple. By the way… if you are bringing a boat, and want to fish just one day with a guide so you can learn the area, that’s OK. Just pay the charter fees for one day, and you’re good to go.

Fish ‘N Fest Lodging

Paddletail Waterfront Lodge will be our Off-The-Water Headquarters for this event. It is situated right on the riverfront and offers comfortable accommodations, a tiki bar, swimming pool and unbelievable views. Book your room by calling 352-656-6328, and let them know you are booking for the Fish ‘N Fest to get your room discount.

Fish With A Pro.

Anglers who sign up for charter fishing will be fishing with the best guides in the area. Each boat can accommodate up to four anglers. You can request the full boat for just you and a buddy, or we’ll place you on a boat with other Fish ‘N Fest anglers so you can make some new friends on the water. It will be snook season too, so be ready to catch a monster!

Who Will Be The Next Kahuna?

Although this not a fishing tournament, we do celebrate the anglers who land the biggest inshore and offshore fish. At the Saturday night Celebration Banquet, we crown the Fish ‘N Fest Kahuna’s for the weekend. We recognize the younger anglers for their awesome catches too! With the amount of fun we have, everyone leaves feeling like a winner.

Remember, we have a limited number of slots available, so Register Today!

It’s a weekend of Fishing, Food & Fun! Come join the gang! Make forever friends and forever memories at the Fall Fish ‘N Fest in Crystal River, Florida. We’ll see you there!