Halibut Derby
The Valdez Halibut Derby features a $10,000 cash Grand Prize for the largest halibut, $3,000 cash for 2nd place and $1,500 for 3rd place. In addition, the Valdez Halibut Derby features 1st and 2nd place weekly prizes.
2025 Halibut Derby: runs from May 24 to August 31.
Halibut Hullabaloo: June 6-15th, 2025!
Silver Salmon Derby
The Valdez Silver Salmon Derby features a $10,000 cash Grand Prize for the largest Silver, $3,000 cash for 2nd place and $1,500 for 3rd place. The derby also features 1st and 2nd place daily prizes.
2025 Silver Salmon Derby: runs July 19 through Aug. 31, with Big Prize Fridays on July 25 and August 29, 2025.
Photo from Valdez Outfitters
Kids Pink Salmon Derby Day
Pink salmon are a great introduction to fishing for kids because the pinks are plentiful, easily accessible and a lot of fun to catch. This event is part of the annual Valdez Fish Derbies. Kids win great prizes and the family friendly barbecue tops off the fun day. Bring the family, and watch your kids get hooked on fishing in Valdez, Alaska!
Kids ages 5-16 can participate in the Kid’s Pink Salmon Fishing Derby for free. There is a free BBQ and kids can win prizes and take part in fun games.
The 2024 Kids Pink Salmon Derby Day will be held on July 19, 2025.
Women's Silver Salmon Derby
This annual event draws more than 500 women anglers to Valdez. Join the Silver Salmon Sisterhood and win great prizes. Open to women only.
The 2024 Women's Silver Salmon Derby will be held on August 9, 2025.
For more information- please visit: https://www.valdezfishderbies.com/