Fish in the oldest freshwater rodeo in the country!

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and City Park Conservancy invite anglers of all ages to the oldest freshwater rodeo in the country! The Big Bass Rodeo is a catch-and-release fishing tournament for competitors targeting the largest bass. The 74th-annual Big Bass Fishing Rodeo will take place on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at City Park in New Orleans.


Guests will enjoy several competitions, and festivities including:

  • Bank-fishing-only main event
  • Battle for the Bass (BFTB) – Student fishing competition grades 7-12
  • Boats on the Bayou (BOTB) – Bayou St. John fishing competition for kayakers and other non-motorized vessels
  • Fishtival – Free event featuring DJ, raffle, a host of educational exhibitors, and new and used fishing gear for sale at great prices

The rodeo is a rain-or-shine event, and tickets can be purchased online, prices vary per activity. For the complete set of rules and regulations visit City Park Conservancy online.