the International Falls Bass Championship features exciting public weigh-ins at Smokey Bear Park, where anglers bring in their catches and spectators can watch the action, cheer on competitors, and see impressive bass pulled from the Rainy River and Rainy Lake. The tournament includes a boat parade and events all weekend long, making it a fun experience for visitors and the community. 

Wednesday August 26th, 2026

6:00 pm  | Burger Night With The Anglers | Only $14/ Burger Basket – Sponsored by the Elks 

Thursday August 27th, 2026

​2:00 pm | Raffle Tickets on sale
2:00 pm | Arts & Crafts Festival (CLICK HERE TO BE A VENDOR)
2:00 pm | Concessions Open
4:00 pm | Beer Gardens Open
4:00 pm | Duane Cridland VIP Lounge Opens
6:00 pm | Boat Parade
​7:30 pm | Casting Call​ | Wristband Event*

Friday August 28th, 2026

10:00 am | Arts & Crafts Festival
11:00 am | Concessions Open & Raffle Tickets on sale
11:00 am | Midco Family Fun Zone Opens
12:00 pm | Beer Gardens open
4:00 pm | Duane Cridland VIP Lounge Opens
4:00 pm | Weigh-Ins Begin
7:00 pm |  Hypnotist Show | Wristband Event* 
6:30 pm ​| Corn hole Tournament
​9:00 pm | Live Music performed by The Chad Edwards Band

Saturday August 29th, 2026

 ​7:30 am | Kids’ Fishing Tournament Trout Pond (MORE INFORMATION)
8:00 am | Classic Car/Motorcycle Show Registration
8:00 am | 10 K Big Catch Run
10:00 am | Color 5 K Run 
10:00 am | Classic Car/Motorcycle Show
10:00 am | 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
10:00 am | Arts & Crafts Festival
11:00 am | Concessions Open & Raffle Tickets on sale
11:00 am | Midco Family Fun Zone Opens
12:00 pm | Beer Gardens open
3:30 pm | Classic Car/Motorcycle Show Awards
4:00 pm | Duane Cridland VIP Lounge Opens
4:00 pm | Weigh-ins Begin & Champions Announced​
7:00 pm | Lawn Mower Races 
​9:00 pm | Raffle Drawing (Ticket Sales end at 8:30 pm sharp)
9:15 pm | Live Music performed by The Luck 

*Wristbands can be purchased directly outside of the BIG TENT!