Lac du Bonnet Ice Fishing Derby: What to Expect at Manitoba’s Premier Winter Fishing Event
The Lac du Bonnet Ice Fishing Derby returns Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Town Dock with over $45,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs. Early bird tickets go on sale November 1 and run through February 8 at midnight, though day-of registration opens at 8am if you’re the spontaneous type. This competition strips away the tech advantage with its strict no-electronics rule, putting old-school ice fishing skills and local knowledge front and center.
I’ve fished enough Manitoba winters to know that February on the ice brings its own brand of magic and misery. The Lac du Bonnet derby draws everyone from tournament veterans…
