Summer Showdown (2 Day Derby)
Summer Showdown (Main Derby)
The Summer Showdown is a two-day lionfish tournament open to all participants.
Divers may compete:
From personal boats
Through participating dive outfitters
As part of the DX Divers Mini Showdown
Participants will compete in teams of two to harvest as many lionfish as possible between the start of the tournament on Saturday morning and the official close on Sunday at 4:00 PM.
Hunters may dive anywhere in Florida during the tournament period; however, all fish must be presented during the official fish count and measurement on Sunday in Pompano Beach to qualify for awards.
Each participant will receive:
Official Apex Predator Challenge Coin
Car Seat Cover
Awards & Prizes
Summer Showdown Awards
Presented Sunday, August 30 at 5:00 PM.
Categories
🥇 Most Lionfish Caught — $150 Cash Prize
🐟 Largest Lionfish — $100 Cash Prize
🐟 Smallest Lionfish — $50 Cash Prize
The Summer Showdown is a two-day lionfish tournament open to all participants.
Divers may compete:
From personal boats
Through participating dive outfitters
As part of the DX Divers Mini Showdown
Participants will compete in teams of two to harvest as many lionfish as possible between the start of the tournament on Saturday morning and the official close on Sunday at 4:00 PM.
Hunters may dive anywhere in Florida during the tournament period; however, all fish must be presented during the official fish count and measurement on Sunday in Pompano Beach to qualify for awards.
Each participant will receive:
Official Apex Predator Challenge Coin
Car Seat Cover
Awards & Prizes
Summer Showdown Awards
Presented Sunday, August 30 at 5:00 PM.
Categories
🥇 Most Lionfish Caught — $150 Cash Prize
🐟 Largest Lionfish — $100 Cash Prize
🐟 Smallest Lionfish — $50 Cash Prize
- Price:
- $30.00 Race Fee + $2.80 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $40.00 after July 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026, 11:42am EDT | July 31, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $30.00 Race Fee + $2.80 SignUp Fee |
| August 1, 2026, 12:00am EDT | August 29, 2026, 7:00am EDT | $40.00 Race Fee + $3.40 SignUp Fee |
Mini Showdown (Morning Dive Derby)
Mini Showdown Host at DX Divers
The Mini Showdown automatically registers you for the full derby and the mini. The mini is a single morning two tank competition held aboard a chartered DX Divers (Lady Go) on Saturday.
Participants will compete in teams of two during a two-tank dive to harvest as many lionfish as possible. This mini derby is only for those on the chartered boat and helps keep the competition fair and equitable, making it a unique competition where the best hunters will come out on top!
Each participant will receive:
Official Apex Predator Challenge Coin
Apex Predator Car Seat Cover
Important:
The Mini Derby Registration includes your seat on the DX Divers charter.
Divers must provide their own equipment.
Tank rentals and gear rentals are available through DX Divers.
Contact DX Divers directly for rental information: 954-420-0009
The Best Part
Every lionfish harvested during the Mini Showdown will also count toward the Summer Showdown Main Derby. This means participants aboard the DX Divers boat have the opportunity to compete for awards in both tournaments!
Mini Showdown Awards
Presented Saturday, August 29 at approximately 1:30 PM.
Categories
🥇 Most Lionfish Caught — $150 Cash Prize
🐟 Largest Lionfish — $100 Cash Prize
🐟 Smallest Lionfish — $50 Cash Prize
The Mini Showdown automatically registers you for the full derby and the mini. The mini is a single morning two tank competition held aboard a chartered DX Divers (Lady Go) on Saturday.
Participants will compete in teams of two during a two-tank dive to harvest as many lionfish as possible. This mini derby is only for those on the chartered boat and helps keep the competition fair and equitable, making it a unique competition where the best hunters will come out on top!
Each participant will receive:
Official Apex Predator Challenge Coin
Apex Predator Car Seat Cover
Important:
The Mini Derby Registration includes your seat on the DX Divers charter.
Divers must provide their own equipment.
Tank rentals and gear rentals are available through DX Divers.
Contact DX Divers directly for rental information: 954-420-0009
The Best Part
Every lionfish harvested during the Mini Showdown will also count toward the Summer Showdown Main Derby. This means participants aboard the DX Divers boat have the opportunity to compete for awards in both tournaments!
Mini Showdown Awards
Presented Saturday, August 29 at approximately 1:30 PM.
Categories
🥇 Most Lionfish Caught — $150 Cash Prize
🐟 Largest Lionfish — $100 Cash Prize
🐟 Smallest Lionfish — $50 Cash Prize
- Registration Limit:
- 20 spots left.
- Price:
- $80.00 Race Fee + $5.80 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $90.00 after July 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026, 11:42am EDT | July 31, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $80.00 Race Fee + $5.80 SignUp Fee |
| August 1, 2026, 12:00am EDT | August 29, 2026, 7:00am EDT | $90.00 Race Fee + $6.40 SignUp Fee |
This is a service fee for processing your registration. This may be slightly higher or lower per registrant than the amount shown here.
