2026Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament
- Dates
- August 1–9, 2026
- Location
- Kailua-Kona, HI
- Target species
Overview
Canceled. This edition is currently marked canceled. Check the official website for the latest information.
The 2026 HIBT was canceled by the organizers (announced May 2026, citing travel and operating costs); the tournament hopes to return to Kona in a future year.
The Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament (HIBT) is Kona's oldest international team billfish tournament, fished by invited teams from around the Pacific and linked to the Pacific Ocean Research Foundation's billfish tagging and research programs. Organizers canceled the 2026 edition (announced May 2026) and have said they hope to bring the tournament back to Kona when conditions allow.
Results
This edition was canceled.
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