06/19/2024 to 06/23/2024
Occurring at the peak of the Gulf Coasts' blue marlin season this annual event is ranked in the top ten big money tournaments in the world. The 21st Annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin is taking place June 19-23, 2024, and features a variety of events and activities.
2024 Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin Schedule
Wednesday, June 19 | Registration
- All Day » Dock Walk at Baytowne Marina.
- 8:30am–1:00pm » ECBC Golf Scramble at The Links Golf Club sponsored by Hancock Whitney.
- 4:00pm–8:00pm » Registration at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom.
- 6:00pm–6:30pm » Captain’s Meeting at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom.
- 6:30pm–9:00pm » Kick-Off Party at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom.
- 9:30pm–10:30pm » After Party at the Baytowne Marina Bar & Grill.
Thursday, June 20 | Jackpot Entry & Tournament Start
- All Day » Dock Walk at Baytowne Marina.
- 8:00am » Breakfast & Bloodies at Baytowne Marina sponsored by Gulf Coast Yacht Group.
- 9:00am–12:00pm » Jackpot Entry at Baytowne Marina.
- 12:00pm » Start of Tournament Fishing Watch from the Destin Pass Bridge; boats will leave the marina around 11:00am.
- 6:00–9:00pm Sponsor Appreciation Party at Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House.
Friday, June 21 | Day One Weigh-In
- 4:00pm–8:00pm » Weigh-In at Baytowne Marina.
- 6:00pm » Live Music at the Baytowne Marina Bar & Grill.
- 9:00pm » Fireworks at Baytowne Marina sponsored by The Village of Baytowne Wharf.
Saturday, June 22 | The BIG Weigh-In
- 4:00pm–8:30pm » Weigh-In at Baytowne Marina.
- 6:00pm » Teams wishing to weigh fish or turn in scorecards must be under the Destin Pass Bridge.
Sunday, June 23 | Awards Brunch
- 10:00am–1:00pm » Awards Brunch at Baytowne Conference Center, 1st Floor, Magnolia Ballroom. Sponsored by Wind Creek Casino & Hotel-Atmore.
- 11:00am » Awards Presentation at the Baytowne Conference Center, 1st Floor, Magnolia Ballroom.