Catfish Capital Challenge 2026
August 14 - August 15
The Catfish Capital Challenge is Drayton, North Dakota’s premier catfishing tournament, held annually on the Red River of the North. Taking place over two days in mid-August—this year on August 14-15 2026—it attracts anglers from around the country who compete for a top prize of $10,000, along with additional cash payouts down to 20th place and a daily “big fish” prize
