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Feb 14, 2026
Feb 15, 2026
Jun 27, 2026
Jun 28, 2026
Sep 26, 2026
Nov 11, 2026

NYS Free Fishing Days

February 14  - November 11
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Free Fishing Days

Free fishing days offer New York State residents and non-residents who are 16 and older* to fish without a freshwater fishing license (*Kids under 16 can always fish for free!).

2026 Free Fishing Days Schedule

  • February 14-15 (President's Day Weekend)
  • June 27-28
  • September 26 (National Hunting and Fishing Day)
  • November 11 (Veterans Day)

These days offer the perfect opportunity to try out fishing for the first time, to get back into the sport, or to take a friend or the whole family along to fish! Even though a license is not needed, all other fishing regulations apply.

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