Nekoosa
WALLEYE DAYS
Join us for the annual Nekoosa Walleye Days—a fun-filled event celebrating our community’s love for fishing! Featuring exciting tournaments, prizes, and family-friendly activities, this event is a must for all fishing enthusiasts.
Event Details
Date:
March 21st - April 12th, 2026
Location:
Lake Petenwell
Entry Free:
Free for fish over 28 inches
Prizes:
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1st Place: $2,500 Cash Prize
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2nd Place: $500 Gift Card & $500 Cash Jacoby Custom Pool Cue
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3rd Place: $300 Gift Card + $200 Cash Guided Fishing Trip
Join us for the annual Nekoosa Walleye Days—a fun-filled event celebrating our community’s love for fishing! Featuring exciting tournaments, prizes, and family-friendly activities, this event is a must for all fishing enthusiasts.
Jim Freeman Memorial Tournament
Jim Freeman Memorial Tournament
Date: April 11th, 2026 | Time: 10 AM - 3 PM
Entry Fee: $100 / 2-man team
Prizes: TBA
Contest Rules & Registration
Make sure you’re familiar with the official contest rules and registration details before entering.
Register Your Big Fish Here
Got a big catch? Upload your photo and details to enter the Big Fish Contest!
Our Amazing Sponsors
We are incredibly grateful for the generous support of our sponsors who make Nekoosa Walleye Days possible. Their commitment to our community helps fund prizes, event supplies, and ensures a successful event for all attendees.
Sponsorship Levels
Support Nekoosa Walleye Days by becoming a sponsor! Your contribution helps make this event a success and ensures top-notch prizes and event supplies.
$1,000 Trophy Sponsor
Recognition as the title sponsor for the Jim Freeman Memorial Tournament.
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Company name on banners during the event and in printed materials across central Wisconsin.
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Your sponsorship supports top prizes, event maps, and event supplies.
$500 Keeper Sponsor
Recognition as the title sponsor for the Kids Fishing Tournament.
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Company name on banners and in printed materials across central Wisconsin.
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Your sponsorship supports kids' prizes, trophies, t-shirts, and other event supplies.
$200 Minnow Sponsor
Recognition as a sponsor of Nekoosa Walleye Days.
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Company name on banners and in printed materials across central Wisconsin.
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Your sponsorship goes toward printed materials, radio blasts, Walleye Days swag bags, and event supplies.
To become a sponsor, please contact us or refer to the Sponsorship Form below.
Thank you for supporting Nekoosa Walleye Days – where community, tradition, and the love of fishing come together!