Walleye fishing tournaments are common events across the Midwest, with events from the national level all the way down to the local level. However, coverage for these events is often minimal, which is why our goal is to provide accurate updates regarding these events!
Our revamped Fishing Tournament News page will include schedules, results, updates, and analysis from several tournaments including the National Walleye Tour (NWT), Masters Walleye Circuit (MWC), Head2Head Pro Walleye Circuit, The Fishing Crew (South Dakota), Nebraska Walleye Series, and more!
Whether you’re looking to fish tournaments, or just follow along, this is your best source for staying on top of everything happening in the walleye fishing tournament world!
2026 Tournament Schedule Tracker
There are thousands of walleye tournaments that take place across the country every year. In South Dakota, there are often over 200 tournaments alone that will occur across the state. Check out the new Tournament Tracker, which details all the major tournaments we’re paying attention to!
March
- March 20-21: Masters Walleye Circuit, Illinois River – Spring Valley, Illinois
April
- April 9-10: National Walleye Tour, Lake Erie – Monroe, Michigan
- April 11-12: The Fishing Crew, Cedar Shore Resort Walleye Tournament, Lake Francis Case – Cedar Shore Resort
- April 19: Nebraska Walleye Series, Sherman Reservoir Shoot-Out, Sherman Reservoir – Loop City, Nebraska
- April 25-26: The Fishing Crew, Sharpe Showdown, Lake Sharpe – Pierre, South Dakota
- April 25: Lake Francis Case Walleye Tournament, Lake Francis Case, Chamberlain, South Dakota
- April 27-28: Head2Head Pro Walleye Circuit, Detroit River
May
- May 2: 30th Annual Platte Chamber of Commerce Walleye Tournament, Lake Francis Case, Platte Creek Recreation Area
- May 2: Muth Electric Walleye Tournament, Lake Francis Case, Cedar Shore Resort
- May 2: 49th Annual Center of the Nation Walleye Tournament, Belle Fourche Reservoir, Rocky Point Recreation Area
- May 2-3: Nebraska Walleye Series, Rod Marshal Tournament, Harlan Reservoir – Harlan, Nebraska
- May 3: The Fishing Crew, Big Stone Bass Open, Big Stone Lake, Hartford Beach Recreation Area
- May 8-9: Masters Walleye Circuit, Mississippi River – Red Wing, Minnesota
- May 20-21: National Walleye Tour, Lake Oahe – Mobridge, South Dakota
- May 28-29: Head2Head Pro Walleye Circuit, Mille Lacs
- May 30: The Fishing Crew, Formanek Electric, Lake Oahe – Pierre, South Dakota
- May 30-31: Nebraska Walleye Series, Merritt Reservoir – Valentine, Nebraska
June
- June 5-6: Masters Walleye Circuit, Lake Winnebago – Oshkosh, Wisconsin
- June 6: Warner Fireman’s Tournament, Lake Oahe, Indian Creek Recreation Area
- June 6-7: The Fishing Crew, South Dakota Governor’s Bass Cup, Lake Oahe – Pierre, South Dakota
- June 8-9: Head2Head Pro Walleye Circuit, Devils Lake
- June 13: South Dakota REA Tournament, Lake Oahe – Cow Creek Recreation Area
- June 13-14: Smithfield Walleye Classic, Lake Francis Case – Platte Creek Recreation Area
- June 18-19: National Walleye Tour, Bay De Noc – Gladstone, Michigan
- June 27: The Fishing Crew, Black Hills Homebuilders, Lake Oahe – Pierre, South Dakota
- June 27-28: Nebraska Walleye Series, Lake Francis Case – Pickstown, South Dakota
July
- July 11: Tom and Matt Hill Memorial Walleye Tournament, Lake Oahe – West Whitlock Recreation Area
- July 13-14: Head2Head Pro Walleye Circuit, Mississippi Pools 7, 8, 9
- July 18-19: The Fishing Crew, South Dakota Governor’s Cup, Lake Oahe – Pierre, South Dakota
- July 18: South Dakota Lieutenant Governor’s Cup, Lake Oahe – Spring Creek Marina
- July 23-24: Masters Walleye Circuit, St Marys River – Sault Ste Marie, Michigan
- July 25: Ben Karst Fishing Memorial, Lake Oahe – West Whitlock Recreation Area
- July 30-31: National Walleye Tour, Bay of Green Bay – Oconto, Wisconsin
August
- August 17-19: Head2Head Pro Walleye Circuit Championship, Sturgeon Bay
- August 21-22: Masters Walleye Circuit, Bitter Lake – Webster, South Dakota
- August 22: Nebraska Walleye Series, Kevin J Murray Tournament, Lewis and Clark Lake – Yankton, South Dakota
- August 23: Nebraska Walleye Series, Lewis and Clark Lake – Yankton, South Dakota
- August 27-29: National Walleye Tour Championship, Lake Sakakawea – Garrison, North Dakota
- August 29-30: The Fishing Crew, Stockman’s Livestock Fall Brawl, Lake Oahe – Pierre, South Dakota
September
- September 18-19: Masters Walleye Circuit, Cass Lake – Cass Lake, Minnesota
October
- October 1-3: World Walleye Championship (MWC), Devils Lake – Devils Lake, North Dakota
- October 10: Fall Lake Francis Case Walleye Tournament, Lake Francis Case, Chamberlain, South Dakota
- October 24-25: Nebraska Walleye Series, State Championship, Lake McConaughy – Ogallala, Nebraska
South Dakota Walleye Tournament News
The Fishing Crew Announces 2026 Tournament Schedule
The Fishing Crew has announced the 2026 tournament schedule. The season will include staples such as the Cedar Shore Resort Tournament, Sharpe Showdown, and South Dakota Governor’s Cup as well as new events.
Nebraska Walleye Tournament News
Nebraska Walleye Series Announces Inaugural 2026 Schedule
The Nebraska Walleye Series will be sponsored by Good Life Proteins, and includes six qualifying events and a championship, with the season spanning from April to October.
National Walleye Tour News
National Walleye Tour Announces 2026 Schedule
The National Walleye Tour has announced the 2026 tournament schedule. The season will feature four qualifying events across three states and a championship event.
Masters Walleye Circuit News
Masters Walleye Circuit Announces 2026 Schedule
The Masters Walleye Circuit, presented by Bass Pro Shops and Cabelas, has announced the 2026 tournament schedule. The season will feature six qualifying events across five states.
2026 Tournament Results
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Tuesday Night Walleye Fishing League and Midwest Walleye Challenge Updates
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Find More Fishing Reports
In addition to updates regarding the tournament circuits across the country, we also provide fishing reports regarding the best bites the boys are currently on! Find the latest fishing report, and more, on our Fishing Reports page!
