Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener set for 2024
Oct. 31—LAKE CITY, Minn. — Governor Tim Walz announced Tuesday that Lake City will host the 76th Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener on May 10-11, 2024.
Explore Minnesota, Minnesota's state tourism promotion agency, coordinates each year with the Governor's Office, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the host committee to put on the event celebrating Minnesota's rich tourism and fishing opportunities.
"I am incredibly excited to bring the longtime tradition of the Governor's Fishing Opener to Lake City," Walz said in a statement. "This region is known for its phenomenal fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities. I look forward to celebrating the unique tourism and outdoor opportunities that Lake City has to offer."
Lake City is on the shores of Lake Pepin, a wide spot in the Mississippi River, which has 85 different species of fish populating the waters.
The Governor's Fishing Opener has been a tradition in Minnesota since 1948. The event was designed to promote the development of Minnesota's recreation industry and in recent years has served as a kick-off celebration for the summer tourism season. Last year's governor's event was in Mankato and in 2022 it was held on Leech Lake and Lake Winnibigoshish.
