06/18/2025 to 06/22/2025
Occurring at the peak of the Gulf Coasts' blue marlin season, this annual event is ranked among the top ten big-money tournaments in the world. The Annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin will take place June 18-22, 2025, and feature a variety of events and activities.
2025 Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin Schedule
Wednesday, June 18 | Kick-Off Events
All Day: Dock Walk at Baytowne Marina
8:30 AM – 1:00 PM: ECBC Golf Scramble at The Links Golf Club (sponsored by Hancock Whitney)
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Registration at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom
Note: Parking is limited—consider carpooling, golf carts, or walking.
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Captain’s Meeting at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM: Kick-Off Party at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom
9:30 PM – 10:30 PM: After Party at the Baytowne Marina Bar & Grill
Thursday, June 19 | Jackpot Entry & Tournament Start
All Day: Dock Walk at Baytowne Marina
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Jackpot Entry at Baytowne Marina
12:00 PM: Start of Tournament Fishing
Watch from the Destin Pass Bridge; boats depart the marina around 11:00 AM
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Sponsor Appreciation Party at Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House
Friday, June 20 | Day One Weigh-In
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Weigh-In at Baytowne Marina
6:00 PM: Live Music at the Baytowne Marina Bar & Grill
9:00 PM: Fireworks at Baytowne Marina (sponsored by The Village of Baytowne Wharf)
Saturday, June 21 | The BIG Weigh-In
4:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Weigh-In at Baytowne Marina
6:00 PM: Deadline for teams to be under the Destin Pass Bridge to weigh fish or turn in scorecards
Sunday, June 22 | Awards Brunch
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Awards Brunch at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom
11:00 AM: Awards Presentation at Hotel Effie, 1st Floor, Juniper Ballroom (sponsored by MarineMax)