The world’s largest sportfishing trade show took place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando July 14-17. ICAST 2026 featured several new events, but a staple offering remained center stage—The New Product Showcase, sponsored by Fishing Tackle Retailer. A new retailer “speed dating” event called Meet the Market was held in a breakout room above the ICAST show floor. Also debuting at ICAST 2026, the Retailer Lounge provided a spot for in-demand buyers to strategize, unwind, and find reprieve from the exhibit hall. Industry legend Bill Dance was honored by the ASA with the Impact Award at the State of the Industry Breakfast, presented by Huk.