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Western Outdoor News

WON Los Cabos Tuna Jackpot

Mexico's Largest Angling Event • $1.5 Million+ Purse

📅 Nov 4–7, 2026 📍 Cabo San Lucas 🎣 Fishing: Nov 5–6 💰 Entry: $1,000/team
$1.5M+
2025 Payout
137+
Teams in 2023
$1,000
Base Entry
Tuna
Single Heaviest Fish

Overview

The Western Outdoor News (WON) Los Cabos Tuna Jackpot is the largest tuna fishing tournament in Mexico. Hundreds of teams compete for over $1.5 million in prizes, targeting the heaviest yellowfin tuna in a simple, straightforward format. The tournament is known for its modest entry fees relative to the massive payouts, making it one of the best value tournaments in Cabo.

The weigh-in at the Cabo San Lucas marina is a festive event with live music, food vendors, and thousands of spectators. Their motto says it all: "Fish hard, party harder."

2026 Schedule

Wednesday, Nov 4Registration & Captains Meeting
Thursday, Nov 5FISHING DAY 1
Friday, Nov 6FISHING DAY 2
Saturday, Nov 7Awards Ceremony

Entry & Format

Base Entry

$1,000

Per team. Suggested daily jackpot entry: $2,500 (includes $500 daily tuna + $1,000 wahoo + $1,000 dorado).

Team Cost Estimate

Split across a 4-person team with charter costs: approximately $1,225 per angler. The 2023 event saw 137 teams vie for nearly $1.5 million in prize money.

Why Fish the Tuna Jackpot

💰 Best ValueThe lowest entry fee of any major Cabo tournament with some of the highest payouts. Incredible return on investment.
🐟 Tuna FocusIf you love tuna fishing, this is your tournament. Single heaviest tuna format with additional wahoo and dorado divisions.
🎉 Party AtmosphereKnown for its festive weigh-ins and awards parties. Live music, great food, and a celebration of the season.

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