Event overview: Join HMY Yacht Sales for the 2027 Viking Key West Challenge! Returning to the beautiful waters of Key West, Florida, this annual event brings Viking Yacht and Valhalla Boatworks...
Join HMY Yacht Sales for the 2027 Viking Key West Challenge! Returning to the beautiful waters of Key West, Florida, this annual event brings Viking Yacht and Valhalla Boatworks owners together for an unforgettable combination of offshore fishing, friendly competition, and family fun.
More than just a fishing tournament, the Viking Key West Challenge celebrates the camaraderie of the Viking and Valhalla community. Participants can look forward to two days of competitive fishing, a poolside gathering, a junior anglers tournament, a poker run, and an awards dinner overlooking the famous Key West sunset.
Whether you're competing for the Grand Champion title or enjoying time with fellow owners and their families, the Viking Key West Challenge is one of the most anticipated events on the Viking calendar.
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, April 14 – Registration & Captains Meeting
Location: Dante's Tiki Bar, Second Floor
4:00 PM – Registration Opens
5:00–7:00 PM – Cocktails & Hors d'Oeuvres
6:00–7:00 PM – Captains Meeting & Rules Interpretation
Thursday, April 15 – Fishing Day One
8:30 AM – Lines In
3:00 PM – Weigh Station Opens at Conch Harbor Marina
3:30 PM – Lines Out
5:00 PM – Weigh Station Closes & Catch Reports Due
7:00 PM – Welcome Buffet at Dante's Tiki Bar
Friday, April 16 – Family Fun & Lay Day
11:30 AM–1:30 PM – Pool Party Lunch at Dante's Tiki Bar
2:00–3:00 PM – Kids Dock Tournament at Galleon Fishing Dock
2:00–5:00 PM – Poker Run
4:00 PM – Docktails at the Viking Demo
Saturday, April 17 – Fishing Day Two & Awards
8:30 AM – Lines In
3:00 PM – Weigh Station Opens at Conch Harbor Marina
3:30 PM – Lines Out
5:00 PM – Weigh Station Closes & Catch Reports Due
7:30 PM – Sunset Cocktails at Opal Key Sunset Pier
8:15 PM – Awards Dinner at Opal Key Pier
Registration & Dockage
Viking and Valhalla owners interested in participating are encouraged to secure their dockage early, as marina availability is limited. Once dockage is confirmed, participants can register their vessel by emailing marketing@vikingyachts.com.
For additional tournament information, registration details, and updates, visit the official Viking Key West Challenge website.
HMY Yacht Sales looks forward to another exciting year of fishing, family, and camaraderie in Key West!
For more information, contact your HMY Viking Specialist at (561) 331-5200 or submit the inquiry form.