About the tournament
GARMIN Predator Cup is a powerful, energy-driven predator fishing tournament held in the very heart of the Baltics — Riga, the capital of Latvia.
For the past five years, the tournament has invited anglers from near and far to test their limits, sharpen their skills, and make new friends during a two-day adventure across the natural waters surrounding Riga.
But the experience doesn’t end on the water. The Garmin Predator Cup takes place every August, right in the middle of Riga’s city festival, a vibrant celebration of the capital’s founding in 1201. Imagine: diverse cultural programs, music, entertainment, and festivities filling the streets, with the biggest celebrations centered around Riga’s charming Old Town.
This tournament is for brave, passionate anglers who seek adrenaline, positive emotions, and the joy of fishing — no matter what the weather brings. And when you come to the Garmin Predator Cup, know that your presence is celebrated too.
Even more, the tournament proudly features the largest prize fund in the Baltics — already exceeding EUR 60,000 for the second year in a row.
The Garmin Predator Cup welcomes anglers from across Europe and beyond — professionals and amateurs alike — to compete in boat fishing for pike, perch, and zander.
How it started
The "GARMIN Predator Cup" is the largest and most prestigious predator fishing competition in the Baltics. It first took place in 2010. Since 2022, the Latvian Cup has taken on a new form by attracting strong collaborative partners. The tournament has reached a new, international level, becoming not only exciting and full of sporting intrigue but also a special event for the residents of Riga and visitors, who have a unique opportunity to witness a sports boat parade in the center of Latvia's capital city.
Our mission
The goal of the "GARMIN Predator Cup" is to popularize fishing as an exciting, active, and healthy lifestyle component, as well as a sport, recreational activity, and leisure pursuit that is freely accessible to everyone. It also aims to promote a sustainable approach to fishing, both as a hobby and as a sport, by fostering a friendly attitude towards natural resources.
Rīga
The biggest city in the Baltic states
The Latvian capital city Riga is a modern city located on the coast of the Baltic Sea with a rich history. It is a city abundant in events situated on the banks of Latvia’s largest river, the Daugava.
Riga is rich in water resources. Within its territory and vicinity, there are several lakes and rivers connected to the sea, including Jugla Lake, Lielais Baltezers, Mazais Baltezers, Ķīšezers, Daugava, Buļļupe, and Lielupe. These bodies of water, thanks to their connection to the Baltic Sea, are rich in fish. This is particularly true for predatory fish such as pike, zander, and perch.
Accommodation
Riga has a very wide offer of accommodation, including hotels, guest houses, private apartments. More information about accommodation options can be found on latvia.travel, as well as on services such as Booking.com, AirBnb.com and others.
Transport in Riga
Buses and minibuses, trams and trolleybuses, as well as trains operate in Riga. A wide range of taxi service providers are available, as well as shared transport - cars, electric scooters.
Bus, tram and trolleybus traffic - rigassatiksme.lv.
Train traffic - pv.lv.
Ticket service - mobile application Mobilly.
Shared transport companies (cars): Carguru, Bolt Drive, CityBee, Fiqsy).
City parking mobile applications: Mobilly, EuroPark.
Major taxi service providers: Bolt (application), riga.taxi, RedCab.lv, smile.taxi and others.
