Barbados Game Fishing Tournament

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Sports & AdventureBridgetown/Carlisle Bay
DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking
Duration5 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceUnlike most sporting fixtures, there is no
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: BBD
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Barbados Game Fishing Tournament in Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay

Also known as the Sir Charles Williams International Fishing Tournament, this is Barbados' leading offshore game-fishing contest, run each April by the Barbados Game Fishing Association. Boats chase blue marlin, wahoo, tuna and other big-game species over several days, but the real visitor experience happens dockside at the afternoon weigh-ins, where catches are hauled up and measured in front of a marina crowd.

Barbados' most prestigious offshore contest doesn't crown its champions until anglers haul blue marlin and other billfish up onto a marina scale, which is the part of the day a shore-based visitor can actually watch.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Unlike most sporting fixtures, there is no arena: the only fixed viewing point is the marina weigh station, where each boat's catch is hauled up, measured and logged in view of anyone standing on the dock

02

The mystery stays covered

The tournament has run since 1990 under the same sponsor's name, giving it a continuity few regional fishing contests can match, and recent fields have included dedicated junior and female angler categories alongside the open division

03

The city starts moving

The target species list is genuinely varied for a single event, spanning blue and white marlin, sailfish, spearfish, dolphinfish, wahoo, yellowfin tuna and barracuda rather than one headline catch

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

Symbols

Custom

Barbados Game Fishing Tournament is documented as a recurring sports-adventure festival in the Eventisimus atlas.

Participation

Calendar

Some moments are open to visitors; others belong to local participants. Follow barriers, steward instructions, and local etiquette.

Place memory

Place

The strongest version of the event is the one tied to Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay, not a generic copy of the same category elsewhere.

The local code

Meaning

Unlike most sporting fixtures, there is no arena: the only fixed viewing point is the marina weigh station, where each boat's catch is hauled up...

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

Use the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.

What to wear

Casual, quick-dry clothing and closed non-slip shoes suit a working marina better than sandals, since the dock gets wet and crowded during weigh-ins. Sun protection matters more than style...

Safety

At Barbados Game Fishing Tournament, respect barriers, moving equipment and marshal guidance; photos are never worth stepping into active areas.

Where to stay

Choose lodging by the part of Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

BBD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map13.11 N, 59.62 WOpen in Google Maps

Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay, Saint Michael, Barbados

Nearest airportBGI — Grantley Adams
TransportUse the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.
Stay areaChoose lodging by the part of Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for April.Compare faresFestival gearCasual, quick-dry clothing and closed non-slip shoes suit a working marina better than sandals, since the dock gets wet and crowded during weigh-ins. Sun protection matters more than style here; a proper hat beats anything you would wear to a formal race day.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Barbados and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Barbados Game Fishing Tournament?

Barbados Game Fishing Tournament is listed for Past edition: 14–18 April 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Barbados Game Fishing Tournament take place?

The festival is listed in Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay, Barbados. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

5 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Bridgetown/Carlisle Bay, Saint Michael, Barbados

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLvisitbarbados.org
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually April
Source statusOfficial source linked
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