Battle on Bago

Winter Edition: February 19 & 20, 2027

Every February, ice fishermen from around the Midwest gather on Lake Winnebago for the largest ice fishing tournament in the country, Battle on Bago. The annual ice fishing tournament features more than $375,000 worth of prizes, and with the structure of how you can win a prize, everyone has a chance to go home a winner.

Battle on Bago is not just for people who like fishing. Join the party in the heated tent at Miller’s Bay for great food and drinks, live music and amazing raffle prizes each night. Learn more about the top 5 reasons why you should attend Battle on Bago here!

Summer Edition:

June 20-21, 2026

The summer Otter Street - Battle on Bago CRR Walleye Tournament is a Father's Day weekend tradition!

The Walleye Tournament has evolved over the course of many decades, and is now a thriving joint tournament between the Otter Street Fishing Club and Battle on Bago
In 2014, it was the largest in the nation in number of boats attended, and the 2020 event earned a Guinness Book of World Records
375 teams competing for $135,000 in cash and prizes
$400 per team (comprised of two anglers)
Learn more at https://www.battleonbago.org/