January 2026

Gold Cup Invitational Fishing Tournament

Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 31, 2026Palm Beach, Florida, USAUp the Moon

About this tournament

The Gold Cup Invitational Fishing Tournament in Palm Beach, Florida runs January 27-31, 2026, and draws big-game saltwater anglers to compete in catch-and-release sailfish fishing off the east coast. Held annually by the Sailfish Club since 1972, this invitational tournament awards no prize money—the honor lies in having your team's name inscribed on the perpetual Gold Cup trophy, one of sport fishing's most coveted awards. You've got to be invited to fish this event, which focuses on the skills and sportsmanship central to competitive sailfish angling.

Moon phase by day

Jan 29Up the Moon

Jan 30Up the Moon

Jan 31Up the Moon

Target species

Sailfish

Registration

Full registration steps are on the official tournament site — see the links panel.

Scoring Rules

No prize money. Gold Cup perpetual trophy awarded to winning team.

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