Apex Predator Lionfish Derby

Apex Predator Lionfish Derby – 2026 The Hunt Expands. The Mission Continues. The Apex Predator Lionfish Derby returns in May 2026 with an expanded format that opens participation to personal boats, and multiple dive outfitters as well as expanded hunt areas. This two-day conservation-focused tournament brings together the dive community to combat one of the greatest threats to Florida’s reefs — invasive lionfish.   Event Dates & Times   Apex Predator Open (Two Day Derby): Tournament Start: Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 7:00AM Tournament End: Sunday, May 31, 2026 – 4:00 PM Awards: Sunday, May 31, 2026 – 5:00 PM   The Mini (Single Dive Derby): Tournament Start: Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 8:00AM Tournament End: Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 1:30 PM Awards: Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 1:00 PM   Tournament Format   Apex Predator Open (2 Day Derby) The Main Apex Predator Lionfish Derby runs both Saturday and Sunday and is open to: •         Personal boats •         Divers using their own selected dive