October 6, 2026
This year’s Gone Fishing Day will be held on Sunday 18th October.
Gone Fishing Day is Australia’s largest celebration of our favourite pastime – recreational fishing. It also provides an opportunity to highlight the many benefits of recreational fishing to an individual’s health and wellness.
All about celebrating the joys of fishing and the numerous benefits it brings, Gone Fishing Day is also a chance to share our love for Australia’s stunning and pristine environments. Whether you’re an avid angler or just appreciate the beauty of our natural landscapes, this day is dedicated to honouring both the pastime we love and the incredible outdoors we cherish.
Victorian Gone Fishing Day Events
Below is a list of the Gone Fishing Day events being held across Victoria.
Note: We’ll continue updating the list as more events are announced.
Held on Sunday, 18 October:
- Sunday 18 October: Family Fishing Day – Kyneton Angling Club
- Sunday 18 October: Port Albert Gone Fishing Day – Port Albert Progress Association
Held after Gone Fishing Day:
- Saturday 24 October: Fishing with OzFish and Fishcare Victoria (Mornington)
The Australian Recreational Fishing Foundation (ARFF) is the Australian peak body representing Australia’s 5-million recreational fishers at the national level.
