Free Fishing Weekend Events

For 2025, Free Fishing Weekend is June 7 and 8. This means anglers do not need a state fishing license to fish public waters, but all other privileges, regulations, and harvest restrictions are in effect. Below is a list of events hosted by KDWP, Fishing's Future, Kansas Wildscape Foundation, partners, and/or communities across Kansas on these days. This will be updated as events are added. Visit the Outdoor Event Calendar on the main page or the Aquatic Education Calendar on this page for more events and details.

Walk With Wildlife at Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita

Hooked on Heroes at Veterans Lake in Arkansas City

Riverfest Fishing Derby in Wichita

Kids Fishing Clinic at Crawford State Park

American Legion fishing clinic at Madison City Lake

Youth Tournament at Glen Elder State Park

Fishing Skills Activities at Lovewell State Park

Fishing Derby at Spring Hill City Lake