Kids Fishing Derby

Children fishing at the Davenport City Park creek.
2024 Kids Fishing Derby

11th Annual Kids Fishing Derby

JOIN US FRIDAY, JULY 17TH
7:00 am to 12:00 pm
DAVENPORT CITY PARK
OPEN TO ALL CHILDREN AGE 14 AND UNDER
(As of July 17, 2026)

10 fish will be tagged and will be the winning catches

Please register your child by Monday, July 13, 2026.
Parents/guardians may register their child on the day of the
Kids Fishing Derby. Pre-registration is no longer available. You can register your child at the Fishing Derby

Kids Fishing Derby Rules.

  • Participants must be 14 years or younger as of July 17, 2026.
  • Fishing Derby hours are from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm.
  • All participants must be registered and checked in prior to fishing.
  • Two fish limit per participant.
  • Fish must be caught in the designated area of the Fishing Derby.
  • Fish must be caught and retrieved by the participants.
  • Adults may assist with pole set up, baiting and casting.
  • Fish must be caught using a rod and reel.
  • No one is allowed in the water at any time.
  • Nets are allowed to help bring the fish over the rail.
  • No treble hooks.
  • Violation of rules will disqualify participants from the Fishing Derby.

Sponsors:

Davenport Pioneer Days Logo