Cancún, Quintana Roo — The 2026 sport fishing season in Quintana Roo enters a key phase with the start of the second block of competitions in the Mexican Caribbean, reinforcing the state’s status as a top destination for the sport.
The block kicks off June 20 with the ANQR Cup “Don Diego de la Peña,” organized by the Nautical Association of Quintana Roo. Subsequent events include the “Dorado de Plata” in Mahahual (June 26–28), “La Diosa del Mar” in Puerto Morelos (July 10–11), “Nuestra Señora del Carmen” in Playa del Carmen (July 18–19), the Cuzán Tournament in Tulum, and the “Don Nain Moguel Ordaz” in Holbox (August 7–8).
According to Gamaliel Ek of “Pescando en el Caribe,” most tournaments follow a catch-and-release format, primarily targeting marlin and sailfish, promoting marine conservation.
The first block of the calendar included tournaments in Holbox, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, and Puerto Morelos, with strong participation from local and visiting anglers.
After the second block, the season will conclude with five major competitions in October and November. The traditional Governor’s Cup in Punta Herrero runs October 9–11, followed by the Wahoo Gold of Cozumel on October 11 and the “Hombre Caído del Mar” tournament on the island on November 2. The final events include the Xpu-Há Shore Fishing Tournament on November 14–15 and the International Riveros Fishing Tournament in Calderitas from November 20–22.
Beyond promoting sport competition, these tournaments generate significant economic impact for Quintana Roo’s tourist destinations and strengthen marine conservation culture in the Mexican Caribbean.
