Puerto Morelos fishing tournament offers 150K pesos in prizes

Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo — Mayor Blanca Merari Tziu Muñoz has invited sport and recreational fishing enthusiasts to take part in the traditional “Puerto Morelos 2026 Fishing Tournament,” scheduled for Saturday, May 30, as part of Navy Day celebrations.

The competition, held under a catch-and-release format, has become one of the municipality’s most representative traditions, bringing together families, fishermen, and visitors in an atmosphere of camaraderie, sport, and tourism promotion, the mayor said.

“We invite the families of Puerto Morelos, as well as visitors and sport fishing fans, to be part of this great tradition that strengthens our identity and showcases the beauty of Puerto Morelos as a tourist destination. We want everyone to enjoy an event full of excitement, family togetherness, and pride in our maritime roots,” she said.

On Friday, May 29, the traditional Captains’ Dinner will be held ahead of the tournament. Participants will compete for a prize pool of 150,000 pesos for first place, 100,000 pesos for second, and 50,000 pesos for third, with surprise prizes for the top 10 finishers.

Registration remains open at the Tourism Office, located at Plaza Oasis number 202. For more information, interested parties can call 998 702 4860, extension 2027, or 998 103 2894.

As part of the event, a special edition of the “Sabor a Mar” Gastronomic Festival will be held at Ventana al Mar, where seven restaurants will offer dishes inspired by the flavors of the sea and the destination’s culinary richness.

The mayor reiterated the invitation for families and visitors to enjoy a day of tradition, gastronomy, recreational activities, and community togetherness, in a celebration that boosts tourism and strengthens community bonds.