Welcome to the Greater Niagara Fishing Expo

This pure fishing show is designed by anglers for anglers with the simple goals of promoting and teaching fishing. This annual event attracts thousands of anglers to the Niagara Falls Convention Center (NFCC) in downtown Niagara Falls, NY. Now in its 12th year, the Expo will run from Thursday, February 25, to Sunday, February 28, 2027.

With hundreds of hours of fishing education available for attendees to choose from and over 170 booths of fishing-related exhibitors, the Greater Niagara Fishing Expo is the largest fishing show in New York State and among the largest in the Great Lakes.

With offerings for all angling interests and skill levels, the Expo welcomes anglers of all ages, with free admission for children 12 and under (limit two per paying adult) and a Super Kids Fishing Clinic on Sunday, where expert instructors will teach children and parents the skills to enjoy the fishing experience.

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Fishing Education

Fishing Education is what the Expo is built around and what makes it unique. The quality and quantity of the classes and speakers are what differentiate this "Teaching Fishing" show from all other shows. Included in the general admission price for each attendee is the opportunity to become a better angler by choosing from a robust curriculum of seminars. The seminars are presented by expert anglers who share their expertise with the angling community.

Separate seminars target fishing for Walleye, Bass, Trout, Salmon, and Perch, along with Open Water Trolling and Marine Electronics. Attendees can choose from a wide range of fishing education depending on their knowledge. Offerings are available for inexperienced anglers to tournament-level anglers, as well as courses specifically designed for Youth. The average 2026 attendee took the opportunity to attend seven seminars while at the Expo.

Attendees

Attendees

If you love to fish, you will love this show. Whether you are just getting into the sport or you're an experienced angler looking to upgrade your equipment, this is the show for you. Attendees can book a charter/guide fishing trip, join a local fishing club, or just spend time with other sportfishing enthusiasts. With ample free parking, low-cost admission, quality food and drinks, and off-season rate lodging, this is a can't-miss event. Many attendees participate for multiple days of the Expo (check out the discounted full show admission ticket) and take advantage of the show-discounted hotel rates to enjoy a weekend getaway in Niagara Falls USA. Over 70 percent of the 2026 attendees were repeat visitors. It's a great way to kick off the upcoming fishing season!

Fishing for a Greater Purpose

Through partnerships with the WNY VA Suicide Prevention Team and Catching Dreams Charters, the Expo helps make a difference beyond the show floor. At the 2026 Expo, the VA team connected with more than 500 Veterans, sharing suicide prevention resources, enrollment information, and distributing 850 free gunlocks to promote safe firearm storage. Through its Fishing Fights Pediatric Cancer campaign, the Expo raises funds for Catching Dreams Charters, helping provide cost-free fishing experiences for children battling cancer and their families.