Quest for the RingAtlantic City Championship Fishing Week
Competition Days July 12–16, 2027 · Atlantic City, NJ
High Stakes Sportfishing Meets The Best In Entertainment.
A world-class tournament, brought north.
Newly inducted Pro Football Hall of Fame Coach Jimmy Johnson brings his world-class tournament series north to Atlantic City for the 6th annual event.
The weigh station is at Frank S. Farley State Marina at Golden Nugget in Atlantic City, NJ. Teams pick 3 of 5 competition days (July 12–16). The week culminates at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.
Seven days. One ring.
Kick-Off Party — AC
Golden Nugget Grand Ballroom: dinner, drinks, music, Opening Ceremony & Ring of Honor Induction.
Daily Dockside Hospitality — AC
JJFishweekAC Hospitality Suite: taste of AC restaurants, complimentary cocktails, live music.
Slipside Butler Service Dinners — AC
Curated tournament-night dinners in Atlantic City, featuring our hosting sponsors.
Ultimate Gifting Experience — Atlantic City
Saturday at Hard Rock: wagons provided to roll out the goods. Must attend to receive.
Closing Awards Bash — Atlantic City
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino: hosted by Milagro Tequila. All participants and guests invited.
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Every champion earns a one-of-a-kind ring. Fifteen years of FL legends, six years of AC champions. The next ring is up for grabs in 2027.
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Answers before you weigh in.
How does "pick 3 of 5 competition days" work?
Fish any 3 of the 5 competition days (Mon Jul 12 – Fri Jul 16). Only your best 3 count toward the leaderboard. Declare your intended fishing days at check-in; day-of changes go through the Tournament Director.Where is the weigh station?
Updated for 2027: there is now one weigh station — Atlantic City only. The weigh station is Frank S. Farley State Marina at Golden Nugget in Atlantic City, NJ. Scales are open 5–9 PM on competition days. Radio ahead so the scale team is ready.What's the entry fee and what's included?
See the Prize Structure for the full breakdown. Entry includes team access to the Atlantic City weigh station, all week's hosted parties and dinners, the Ring of Honor ceremony, Saturday's gifting experience, and the closing awards bash at Hard Rock.What happens if the weather turns?
Any competition day cancelled for safety is called by the Tournament Director. Cancelled days don't count against your 3-of-5. See the official Rules for the full lay-day policy.Are the parties open to guests and spectators?
Registered teams get full team + guest access to every hosted event. Public spectators are welcome at the Atlantic City weigh station and can watch the weigh-in live at the dock. Ticketed access to select parties may be offered day-of — check with the Tournament Director.
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