Huck Finn Fishing Festival

In partnership with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, we are hosting our annual Huck Finn Fishing Festival presented by Free Fly on Saturday, September 23 from 8:30am-1pm. 

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When & Where

On Saturday, September 23 from 8:30am-1pm, join us at Colonial Lake in downtown Charleston for a fun morning of fishing and fun! 

How Tournament Works

When you arrive at Colonial Lake on September 23, please check in at the registration table. You must pre-register - we will not take walk-ups! Once you're checked in, find your spot along the lake and get to fishing! The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources will provide 2 weigh stations located on 2 sides of the lake. As you catch fish, bring it in a bucket of water to the weigh station to get weighed and entered into your age group. Age groups will be 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12. Only children in those age groups can submit fish, but anyone can enjoy the day! All fishing must be with a rod and reel or cane pole. No cast nets or other fishing devices are allowed. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

The fishing tournament will begin at 8:30am and end at 11am. Join us for a fun festival after fishing from 11am-1pm that includes food trucks, a mechanical shark ride, and other fun activities. During the festival, you can visit with 8 top area fishing vendors as well! 

Winners will be announced at 12:30pm at Moultrie Park. Prizes include trophies and a $300 Free Fly Apparel Gift Card.

Tournament Registration

The tournament fee is $5 per participant and includes a tournament t-shirt thanks to Free Fly Apparel.

You can register at any city recreation facility in person or online using activity #482010. 

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2023 Event Sponsors

Special thanks to all of our event sponsors! Stop by their booths at Moultrie Park during the festival to learn more about each organization.