36th Annual Metepenagiag "Big Tex" Trout Derby

36th Annual Metepenagiag "Big Tex" Trout Derby Big Tex Trout Derby is an annual fishing event in Red Bank NB. Open to all ages and skill levels

06/10/2026

🎣🐟 Sending some love and support to our friends at the Eskasoni Trout Derby! 🐟🎣
If you’re looking for another great derby experience filled with fishing, friends, family, and community spirit, be sure to check them out and give their page a follow!
Our derby communities are stronger when we support one another, and it’s always great seeing fellow Indigenous fishing traditions and events continue to grow year after year. 💪🎣
Wishing the organizers, volunteers, and all participants the very best of luck this season — tight lines and safe fishing from all of us at the Metepenagiag Trout Derby! ❤️
Check out the Eskasoni Trout Derby here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ELVkFuT8i/

Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2026-eskasoni-trout-fishing-derby-tickets-1985315665599?aff=ebdsshother&utm_share_source=listing_android&sg=43a5140b58ba5be70d675fb0712066b0bca66b38eeab8d275262b14719c70b30518b7f7ec07981c920d0ad76553abc02e34c3f50c13897e964bc11f066bf7018056818bed34aa813b29c5611cc

05/17/2026

🎣 Fishing is officially CLOSED for the 36th Annual Metepenagiag Big Tex Trout Derby!

Fishing wrapped up at 11:00 AM, but there’s still time to get in on the action! 👀

🎟️ Derby tickets will continue to be sold until 12:00 PM today.

If you haven’t grabbed your ticket yet, head to the registration area at 1926 Micmac Rd before noon for your last chance to enter the draws and be part of the closing festivities!

Good luck everyone — and thank you for another amazing year so far! 🍀🐟🔥

05/17/2026

🎣☀️ DAY 3 — FINAL DAY OF THE DERBY! ☀️🎣

The final morning of the 36th Annual Metepenagiag Big Tex Trout Derby presented by Towne Ford is here!

⏰ Important reminders for today:

🐟 Fishing ends at 11:00 AM sharp
📝 Registration remains open until 12:00 PM

🎶 Live music under the Derby Tent: 🔥 Matchstick Mike & The Chain Smoking Altar Boys 🕛 Playing from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

🏆 Closing Ceremonies begin at 1:00 PM Make sure to tune into the LIVE FEED to see if your name gets called and who’s taking home this year’s prizes! 👀🎟️

Good luck to everyone making their final casts this morning — and thank you all for making this another unforgettable Derby weekend! ❤️🐟

05/17/2026

🎶🔥 THE RELATIVES ARE ON STAGE NOW! 🔥🎶

Night 2 of the Catch & Release Mini Music Festival is officially rolling at the Trout Derby Tent — and The Relatives are bringing the energy once again! 🎤⚡

If you’re looking for a good time tonight, this is where you wanna be. Grab your friends, hit the grounds, and come party with us! 🍻🎵

🎟 Admission: ONLY $20
📍 Trout Derby Tent
🕙 Happening RIGHT NOW!

Let’s pack the tent and make some noise, relatives! 👏🔥

05/16/2026

🔥 TROUT DERBY UPDATE! 🔥

We’re officially sitting at an incredible 1,229 total registrations so far! 🎣👏

📊 Division Totals:
• Division A — 680
• Division B — 370
• Division C — 179

🎯 Optional Pools:
• Most Caught — 115 entries
• Big Louie — 167 entries
• 50/50 — 1,607 tickets sold! 💰

💵 Current Prize Totals:
• Most Caught — $575
• Big Louie — $835
• 50/50 — $4,017.50 🚨

Huge thank you to everyone who has registered, supported, shared posts, bought tickets, and helped make this year’s derby one of the biggest yet. The energy around the grounds has been unreal! 🔥

Let’s keep it rolling, relatives! 🎣

05/16/2026

🔥 DAY TWO OF THE 36TH ANNUAL METEPENAGIAG BIG TEX TROUT DERBY IS IN THE BOOKS! 🔥

What a day. The grounds were packed, the fish were biting, and the energy all around the Derby has been unreal. 🎣💪

A huge welalin to everyone who came out today — the anglers, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, families, and everyone helping make this weekend special. ❤️

BUT WE’RE NOT DONE YET… 👀

TONIGHT — THE RELATIVES return to the Derby stage once again! 🎶🔥
If you’ve seen them before, you already know they bring the party. If you haven’t… tonight’s your chance.

📍 Trout Derby Tent
🕙 Doors open at 10:00 PM
🎵 The Relatives live tonight!

Let’s pack the tent and keep the Derby weekend rolling! 🍻🔥🎣

05/16/2026

🔥 NOTICE TO ALL DERBY PARTICIPANTS & CAMPERS 🔥
Due to current conditions and for everyone’s safety, NO CAMPFIRES will be permitted during the duration of the Metepenagiag Big Tex Trout Derby.
We ask everyone to please respect the rules and help us keep the community, woods, and fellow derby-goers safe throughout the weekend.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. 🎣🙏

05/16/2026

🎣🔥 NIGHT ONE IS GOING DOWN TONIGHT! 🔥🎶
After a full day on the water, come keep the vibes rolling at the Catch & Release Mini Music Festival! 🌙🐟
🎧 DJ Anonymous Muzik will be taking over the stage and keeping the party going late into the night!
🕙 Doors Open: 10:00 PM
📍 The Truck Derby Tent
Bring your crew, bring the energy, and let’s kick off Derby weekend the right way! 🎉

🎣 THE DERBY STARTS TODAY! 🎣The wait is over — the 36th Annual Metepenagiag Big Tex Trout Derby is officially underway! 🔥...
05/15/2026

🎣 THE DERBY STARTS TODAY! 🎣

The wait is over — the 36th Annual Metepenagiag Big Tex Trout Derby is officially underway! 🔥

Come register in person at:

📍 1926 Micmac Road, Metepenagiag, NB

Whether you're chasing the truck, the ATV, the canoe, the cash, or just a legendary weekend on the river — it’s time to get in on the action! 🚤🐟

✅ You can still register online right now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/36th-annual-metepenagiag-big-tex-trout-derby-tickets-1987623260678?aff=oddtdtcreator

Good luck to everyone fishing this weekend — and welcome to Derby Weekend! 👏

Address

1926 MICMAC Road
Sunny Corner, NB
E9E2P2

Opening Hours

Thursday 4pm - 8pm
Saturday 7am - 6pm
Sunday 7am - 12pm

Telephone

+15064240274

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