Tournament Info

Make your plans for the 2026 Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout Now!
This year's event will span two days, October 2nd - 3rd, 2026, and is sure to be an even bigger success than last year. Details are being finalized and will be announced soon, so please check back and follow us on Facebook.

*For a preview of what's to come, see last years event information below, and then Add To It! Some exciting changes are being planned for 2026.
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Packet Pickup, Onsite Registration, Captains Meeting, and Supporting Events are held at the Berkley Barn on Ocracoke Island. This tournament, organized by residents and friends of Ocracoke, will be an annual event and fundraiser.
Join us at The Berkley Barn, 58 Water Plant Rd, Ocracoke, NC 27960

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2025 CATEGORIES & FEES

2025 ENTRY FEES

Level 1
(Before September 18th)
$150
Level 1
(After September 18th)
$200

Level 1

General (included with your tournament  boat entry) 

Get started in the Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout Tournament with Level 1! Prizes in this category awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for the longest fish. Lady Angler and Youth Angler (12 and under) 1st place only for longest fish.

Level 2

Most Releases Calcutta  (+$100)

Step up the competition by entering Level 2! First, enter Level 1. Qualify for prizes by boating and measuring all 27"+ Red Drum releases with the provided Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout Ruler and 2nd Annual Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout Token visible in photos. All species should be released unharmed.

Level 3

Longest Drum Calcutta  (+$200)

Take on the challenge of Level 3! Entry requires participation in Levels 1 & 2. The qualifying photo of the longest Red Drum being properly measured with the 2nd Annual Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout Official Ruler and Token visible wins.

Level 4

First Fifty Two! (+$300)

Aim for the ultimate prize in Level Four! Enter Levels 1, 2, & 3 first. Submit the first qualifying photo of a Red Drum release measuring 52 inches or longer with the Official Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout Token and Ruler visible to win. If Level 4 prize is not awarded, the prize money will be rolled over into the next tournament for this category, increasing the potential payout!

Note: In order to qualify, the Red Drum must be properly measured (see rule #11) with the 2nd Annual Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout Official Ruler and Token visible.

Levels 2 and 3 pays 1st (50%), 2nd (25%) and 3rd (15%) place.  Tournament will keep 15% of entry fees. Level 4 is winner take all. Tournament will keep 15% of entry fees. See Tournament Rules and Regulations for details.
EVENT RULES

2025 EVENT SCHEDULE

SEPTEMBER 19-20, 2025
Join us at The Berkley Barn, 58 Water Plant Rd, Ocracoke, NC 27960
Check back for schedule updates as we get closer to the event!
(View a detailed Event Schedule by downloading the pdf at the link below.)
VIEW DETAILED SCHEDULE
DAY 1
3:00 pm
BOAT PARADE AND BLESSING OF THE FLEET: Gather on the Community Square Docks to watch, or Participate in the Parade.
5:00 pm
EVENT OPENS AT THE BERKLEY BARN: Onsite Registration Opens (5:00 PM to 7:00 PM). Merchandise Booth & Silent Auction Bidding Opens (5:00 PM to 10:00 PM - Continues on Saturday).
7:00 pm
Pre-Tournament Party with Music and Beverages
10:00 pm
Evening Ends
DAY 2
10:00 am
EVENT OPENS AT THE BERKLEY BARN: Registration, Check In, Merchandise Booth and Silent Auction Bidding Opens
11:30 am
Fish Fry and Steamed Shrimp Lunch
12:00 pm
Registration and Check In CLOSES
12:30 pm
Captain’s Meeting
3:00 pm
Lines In
7:30 pm
Lines Out
8:30 pm
Silent Auction Ends
9:00 pm
Awards Ceremony
10:00 pm
Event Ends

LODGING & BOAT SLIPS

‍‍Looking for a place to stay on Ocracoke? Visit Ocracoke NC has information about accommodations, use the link below to learn more:‍

WWW.VISITOCRACOKENC.COM

‍‍If you have questions about dockage availability, please contact us:‍

P: (252) 256-4298E: Info@ocracokereddrum.com
PO BOX 901 Ocracoke, NC 27960
(252) 256-4298
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