Congratulations to Mark Reynolds from Kelso, WA ,who landed a 163.6 lb halibut to win the 2025 Homer Halibut Derby.  His earnings totaled $2,392.50. 

A big thanks to all of the angers who participated in the Derby this year, to Buttwhackers for helping with the weigh-ins and the Homer Charter Association Members for all your support.  

The Homer Halibut Derby is back and will run from May 13 to September 2nd.  

Homer Alaska is known worldwide as the Halibut Fishing Capital of the World. Buy your daily Derby ticket between May 13 - September 2 for your chance to win weekly cash prizes and the big jackpot for the largest Halibut.  If you decide to release a barn-door-sized fish, you'll be entered to win a $1,000 prize.  Don’t miss your chance to win big prize money and enjoy world-class fishing!