2024 Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo

The Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo is the largest fly fishing event in the Midwest. With vendors from the region and across the country including fly shops, guides, top brands, outfitters and non-profits, we offer the newest and best in the world of fly fishing. We also place a strong emphasis on fly fishing education and there will be free programs and seminars, casting demonstrations, fly tying and more taking place over the three days of the event.  Proceeds benefit the non-profit Minnesota Trout Unlimited.

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Attend the Friday Fly Fishing Social, Hosted by Fly Fishing Women of Minnesota. Featuring raffles, appetizers, and a cash bar.  Doors open at 6:30 in the Drew Fine Arts Center Lobby just across the sidewalk from the Expo! 

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Attend the Fly Fishing Film Showcase at 6:30pm on Saturday, March 16th 2024! This is the official Saturday evening event of the Expo and features Midwest regional submitted films, hors d'oeuvres, local beer and giveaways!  Held in the Drew Fine Arts Center Lobby and Anne Simley Theatre just across the sidewalk from the Expo at Hamline University.

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If you cannot attend but wish to make a donation to MNTU, please click the Buy Tickets link and follow the prompt.

Official Expo and Event Hours:

Friday, March 15th 1:00pm-7:00pm

Saturday, March 16th

Expo Hours 9:00am-6:00pm

Film and Video Showcase (more info) 6:00pm-10:00pm, doors open at 5:45, film showing starts at 6:30.

Sunday, March 17th 10:00am-4:00pm

Individuals needing special assistance (ADA, food allergies, etc.) are requested to notify Minnesota Trout Unlimited prior to the event.