Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic
Summertime means it’s time to welcome the annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort! This event challenges the world’s top offshore anglers to find the largest prize-winning marlin these Gulf waters have ever seen! The Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Class gives you a week in June packed with excitement, entertainment, and so much more.
Event Details
Date: June 18-22, 2025
Location: Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, Florida
Registration starts on Wednesday June 18th. Be sure to register soon if you’d like to participate in the tournament!
Tournament Start: Thursday June 19th, at 12 noon.
Weigh-ins:
Day-One Weigh in happens at Baytowne Marina, from 4pm-8pm. Stick around for live music and a fireworks show at 9pm!
The BIG Weigh In is scheduled for Saturday June 21, from 4pm-8:30pm.
Awards Ceremony: Come down for the Awards Brunch on Sunday June 22 from 10am-1pm, located at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom.
The actual awards ceremony presentation will start at 11am.
What You’ll Experience at the Tournament
Get ready for a thrilling competition as you watch many anglers attempt to reel in the largest mighty marlin! It’s a sight to behold in the art of fishing and finding the next record-setting marlin. Good food, live music, the excitement surrounding the competition make this an event you don’t want to miss!
Enjoy evening concerts featuring local bands and artists. Feast your eyes on the latest fishing gear, crafts and products at the vendor booths.
Spectators can catch the action at the marina during weigh-ins or participate in special viewing parties hosted throughout the resort. With options to follow live updates online, everyone can experience the excitement of the tournament, no matter where they are!
Plan Ahead for the Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic!
Don’t miss out on this remarkable event! Book a stay with Your Friend at the Beach to stay local to the main event of sportfishing – Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic!