Local Fishing Events

North Georgia & a few worthwhile road trips

Find your next day around the water.

Join a community fishing day or fly-tying night, enter a tournament or make a day of a fishing and boating show. Seven upcoming dates, in order, with the details that help you decide.

Dates checked October 27, 2026. Times are local Eastern Time unless noted otherwise. Confirm dates, prices and available places with the organizer before traveling.

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Choose a community fish-along or fly-tying night, a tournament to compete, or a public show for a day out. A tournament entry listing does not confirm public spectator access.

NOVEMBER 7, 2026 · TEAM BASS TOURNAMENT

ACWORTH · LAKE ALLATOONA

Four Seasons Team Tournament Trail

A boat-based bass tournament on Lake Allatoona. This is a competition entry listing, not a bank-fishing or confirmed spectator event.

  • When: Saturday, November 7, 2026, safe light–3 p.m. EST. Confirm launch and check-in instructions at registration.
  • Where: Galt’s Ferry, 7299 Rocky Ln, Acworth, GA 30102
  • Organizer: Four Seasons Team Tournament Trail; entry information through Bay Marine
  • Entry: $200 per team per tournament. Register by mail or in person at Bay Marine; confirm availability and the payment deadline before traveling. Day-of entry is not confirmed.
  • Who can compete: At least one team member must be 18 or older. Boat inspection, safety equipment and signed waivers are required; read all organizer rules.

Official tournament schedule · Entry form and rules (PDF)

Before entering: Confirm boat, safety-course and tackle requirements with the organizer. The December Classic has separate qualification requirements.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2026 · COMMUNITY FISHING DAY

AMICALOLA CREEK · NORTH GEORGIA

Cohutta TU Stream of the Month & Annual Smoker

A chapter fishing outing, with an optional evening gathering in Jasper. You can attend either part or both.

  • When: Saturday, November 7, 2026. Meet around 10 a.m. EST for fishing; the evening social begins at 4 p.m., with dinner around 6 p.m.
  • Where: Amicalola Creek delayed-harvest section at the Steel Bridge. Confirm the exact meeting point; evening directions are supplied by the organizer to those signed up.
  • Organizer: Cohutta Chapter of Trout Unlimited
  • RSVP: The organizer requests dinner responses by November 3. Fees, eligibility and remaining places are not verified; confirm before attending.

Official outing details and sign-up link

Before going: Bring lunch and arrange fishing companions; no stream captain is listed. Check current fishing requirements and confirm arrangements with the chapter.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2026 · FLY-TYING NIGHT

ROME · NORTHWEST GEORGIA

Knot Just Fly Tying Night

Learn to tie a fly or swap techniques at a relaxed evening with Fishing the Good Fight’s Rome chapter. Volunteers can help beginners, and you can also come along for the conversation.

  • When: Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6–8 p.m. EST
  • Where: The Canoe House, 608 Broad St, Rome, GA 30161
  • Organizer: Fishing the Good Fight, Rome chapter
  • Cost and RSVP: Free. The organizer’s RSVP portal requires sign-in or an account; available places are not confirmed by this listing.
  • Who can join: No fly-tying experience is needed. This is part of an organization focused on men’s community programs; confirm age requirements and participation eligibility with the organizer.

Official fly-tying night details · Organizer RSVP

Equipment: Tools and materials are provided. Bring your own tying equipment if you have it.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2026 · STUDENT FISHING TOURNAMENT

LAKE LANIER · NORTH GEORGIA

Georgia High School Fishing Tournament

A boat-based student competition with junior (middle school) and senior (high school) divisions listed by the organizer. This is not a drop-in community fishing day.

  • When: Sunday, November 15, 2026. Confirm check-in, launch and weigh-in times with the organizer before traveling.
  • Where: Laurel Park Boat Ramp, Lake Lanier, GA
  • Organizer: Georgia High School Fishing (GHSF)
  • Entry and membership: $75 per boat. Each angler needs an individual GHSF membership, listed at $40 annually, plus an active Student Angler Federation (SAF) number. SAF dues are separate; confirm the current total and entry availability.
  • Who can compete: Eligible student anglers with the required memberships and forms. Coordinate SAF registration through your school coach or sponsor, and confirm division, team, boat-captain and safety requirements.
  • Watching: Public spectator access is not confirmed.

Official GHSF schedule and participation information · Organizer entry and membership details

Before entering: Confirm your team’s eligibility, paperwork and launch instructions directly with GHSF. A listing here does not guarantee a place or day-of registration.

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JANUARY 7–10, 2027 · ATLANTA SHOW

ATLANTA · CITY DAY OUT

Discover Boating Atlanta Boat Show

A public show for exploring boats and boating gear, with fishing-related attractions. Check the organizer’s current program before planning around a particular seminar.

  • When: Thursday–Friday 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. EST
  • Where: Georgia World Congress Center, Hall B, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA
  • Organizer: National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)
  • Admission listed: Ages 13+: $15 online or $17 at the show. Ages 12 and under: free with a paid adult. Parking is separate; reconfirm 2027 ticket pricing.
  • Who can attend: Open to the public. No fishing-team membership or boat ownership required.

Official Atlanta Boat Show information

Arrival tip: On-site ticket kiosks accept credit cards; no cash ticket sales are listed. Keep your mobile ticket accessible. Red and Orange parking lots are convenient for Hall B. Same-day re-entry requires a wristband; another day needs another ticket.

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JANUARY 30, 2027 · STUDENT BASS TOURNAMENT

CARTERSVILLE · LAKE ALLATOONA

AHSBA Lake Allatoona Tournament

A student bass-fishing competition organized by Amateur High School Bass Anglers (AHSBA).

  • When: Saturday, January 30, 2027. Confirm check-in, launch and weigh-in times with AHSBA.
  • Where: Gatewood Park, 224 Bartow Beach Rd, Cartersville, GA 30121
  • Who can compete: Qualifying Georgia students in grades 6–12, including recognized virtual-school and registered homeschool students. Access to a boat and captain is required; the captain must register and receive a boat number before tournament registration.
  • Entry: January registration availability and fees are not yet verified. Confirm event-specific entry instructions with AHSBA before registering; the schedule listing alone does not confirm entries are open.
  • Watching: Public spectator access is not confirmed.

Official AHSBA schedule and eligibility · Organizer registration page

Before entering: Dates and locations may change. Confirm January registration instructions and current costs directly with AHSBA.

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FEBRUARY 5–7, 2027 · REGIONAL OUTDOOR SHOW

PERRY · LONGER DRIVE

Fisharama / Turkeyrama

A family-friendly fishing and outdoor show supporting Georgia Wildlife Federation’s conservation and education work.

  • When: Friday 1–7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. EST
  • Where: Georgia National Fairgrounds, 401 Golden Isles Parkway, Perry, GA
  • Organizer: Georgia Wildlife Federation
  • Admission listed: Regular $12; ages 6–12 and 65+ $10; ages 5 and under free. Reconfirm current admission before traveling.
  • Who can attend: Public, family-friendly show. Check the official page for the current exhibitor and seminar schedule.

Official Fisharama / Turkeyrama details

Plan your visit: The organizer directs Atlanta travelers to I-75 Exit 135 and the fairgrounds’ north entrance. The fairground policy is service dogs only. Check the current seminar schedule before choosing a day.

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