Come to Martha’s Vineyard and fish The Derby! Featuring 3500+ Anglers, Boat, Shore, Flyrod, Junior, Senior Divisions, Daily, Weekly, and Overall Prizes and 5 Weeks of Great Fishing. The Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby is one of the largest, oldest, and most prestigious fishing tournaments in the US - a New England Fall Classic since 1946! Come and be part of almost eight decades of great fishing, a rich history, meeting new friends, generous sponsor support, and beautiful sunrises and sunsets! Registration is open at all Island tackle shops and Derby HQ throughout the entire month of fishing tournament.
Derby HQ/Weigh-In Hours: 8:00 - 10:00 AM and Evenings: 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Daily. Dock St. Edgartown
2026 81st Derby Dates: Sunday Sept 13 - Saturday Oct 17