Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic

Just as the Gulf Coast's blue marlin season comes to its peak, the Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic Tournament occurs. This annual event is ranked in the top ten big money tournaments in the world. Taking place at Sandestin on June 18-22, 2025, you can plan to enjoy a variety of events and activities surrounding this wonderful tournament experience.

2025 Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin Schedule

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18 | REGISTRATION

• All Day » Dock Walk at Baytowne Marina.
• 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. » ECBC Golf Scramble at The Links Golf Club sponsored by Hancock Whitney.
• 4 p.m.–8 p.m. » Registration at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom.
• 6 p.m.–6:30 p.m. » Captain’s Meeting at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom.
• 6:30 p.m.–9 p.m. » Kick-Off Party at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom.
• 9:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. » After Party at the Baytowne Marina Bar & Grill.

THURSDAY, JUNE 19 | JACKPOT ENTRY & TOURNAMENT START

• All Day » Dock Walk at Baytowne Marina.
• 9 a.m.–Noon » Jackpot Entry at Baytowne Marina.
• Noon » Start of Tournament Fishing. Watch from the Destin Pass Bridge; boats will leave the marina around 11 a.m.
• 6:00–9:00pm  Sponsor Appreciation Party at Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House.

FRIDAY, JUNE 20 | DAY ONE WEIGH-IN

• 4 p.m.–8 p.m. » Weigh-In at Baytowne Marina.
• 6 p.m. » Live Music at the Baytowne Marina Bar & Grill.
• 9 p.m. » Fireworks at Baytowne Marina sponsored by The Village of Baytowne Wharf.

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 | THE BIG WEIGH-IN

• 4 p.m.–8:30 p.m. » Weigh-In at Baytowne Marina.
• 6 p.m. » Teams wishing to weigh fish or turn in scorecards must be under the Destin Pass Bridge.

SUNDAY, JUNE 22 | AWARDS BRUNCH

• 10 a.m.–1 p.m. » Awards Brunch at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom.
• 11 a.m. » Awards Presentation at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom. Sponsored by MarineMax.