06/02/2026
Kentucky’s Free Fishing Weekend is happening THIS weekend, June 6-7, 2026!
For one weekend only, anyone is allowed to fish without a license or permit. Whether you're visiting from outside the state or you live in Kentucky, the free fishing weekend is open to all.
It's a great time to grab a fishing pole and enjoy spending time with family and friends at the state's beautiful lakes, streams, and rivers!
Reminders:
• This is open to both Residents and Nonresidents.
• No License is needed for this weekend ONLY.
• All other Fishing Regulations (including size limits and harvest limits) still apply. (See the Fishing and Boating Guide for more information: https://fw.ky.gov/FishBoatGuide/Pages/default.aspx)
✨ Family-friendly events are being hosted statewide – click here to see what’s happening in your area: https://fw.ky.gov/Pages/Free-Fishing-Weekend.aspx
✨ Not sure where to go this weekend? Check out the list of public waterbodies in Kentucky: https://app.fw.ky.gov/fisheries/waterbody.aspx?County=*&WaterBody=*&AccessType=*&Species=*&Handicap=off
Get out and get fishing!
