Wedgeport Tuna Tournament & Festival

The Wedgeport Tuna Tournament & Festival is an annual tuna fishing tournament and community festival in Wedgeport, featuring sport fishing competitions, live music, food vendors, and family activities. Once known as the Sport Tuna Fishing Capital of the World, Wedgeport hosts anglers and visitors for a week of competition and celebration on Nova Scotia's Acadian Shore.

The tournament draws sport fishing teams competing for prized bluefin tuna in the rich waters off the southwestern coast, while the festival grounds offer live music, local seafood, craft vendors, and family entertainment throughout the week. The event honours Wedgeport's deep-rooted fishing heritage and its historic role as a world-renowned tuna fishing destination.

Wedgeport sits on the Acadian Shore near Yarmouth, a region of dramatic coastline, distinctive Acadian communities, and some of the warmest ocean waters in Nova Scotia. The tournament and festival are a perfect excuse to explore the area's historic wharves, scenic drives, and renowned Acadian cuisine.

Make the most of your time in Yarmouth & Acadian Shores - pair Wedgeport Tuna Tournament & Festival with our Acadian Shores guide, Family Travel Guide, and Southwest Nova Scotia guide. They're each packed with itinerary ideas, local tips, and everything you need to extend your stay.