Larry’s Casting Kids

A child is fishing at an event called "Larry's Casting Kids," with a July 14 registration deadline and a free t-shirt offer.

Register for Larry’s Casting Kids 2026!

Register Here Online

Registration opens May 1st!

Offline registration forms are available at the Rec. Office in Veterans Memorial Arena.

LARRY’S CASTING KIDS – FISHING DERBY
Sponsored by the Pekin Park Foundation

Join us for a day of fishing at the beautiful Mineral Springs Park Lagoon! All those who pre-register will receive their own Larry’s Casting Kids T-shirt. The fishing derby is held on a Saturday with trophies, bait, breakfast, and prizes. Participants under 14 will need an adult buddy (with a fishing license) to make a two-person team. All participants ages 16 or older must have a valid State of Illinois Fishing License. The Derby starts at 8 a.m., and weigh-ins begin at 10 a.m. Anyone not in the weigh-in line at 10 a.m. will not be eligible for prizes. Pre-registration is required. Registration must be completed online or received in the recreation office at Veterans Memorial Arena by Tuesday, July 14 at 5:00 pm to guarantee a T-shirt.

Dates:
Saturday, August 15

Times:
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: Mineral Springs Park Lagoon / Check in at Miller Center
Cost: Free

Questions:

SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FOR MAKING THIS A SPECIAL EVENT:

Logos for Pekin Park Foundation, Presley's Outdoors, Bass Pro Shops, Herman Brothers, and Illinois Department of Natural Resources.