18th Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic

June 17-20 2020

Baytowne Marina 

The Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic is Northwest Florida’s most successful entry into world-class sportfishing tournaments. It remains one of the richest on the Gulf Coast attracting major players from across the globe. In 2016, the ECBC set not only a tournament record but the new Gulf Coast record for largest prize purse in history with an impressive $1.95 million. With cash categories for billfish dolphin, tuna, and wahoo as well as individual angler trophies, fishermen have a multitude of ways to make Destin fishing tournament history! Anglers and spectators will also enjoy nightly entertainment and activities, including a live cooking demonstration, fireworks and live music on Friday. Details are subject to change based on weather. Admission is free and open to the public. For additional details, visit Fishecbc.com.

We are going digital this year! Spectators will be able to watch on Facebook Live through the ECBC Facebook page. We will also be broadcasting all of the tournament action on TV’s in Marina Bar & Grill, and throughout The Village of Baytowne Wharf. We encourage social distancing for anyone who chooses to watch the weigh-ins in person at the Baytowne Marina weigh scales, and will have sanitation stations in place for the public. Admission is free and open to the public for all events. For additional details, visit Fishecbc.com.

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Friday, June 19th

• Day One Weigh-In │ 4-9pm
• Live Music │ 6pm
• Raffle | 8:30pm
• Fireworks │ 9pm

Saturday, June 20th

• The Big Weigh-In │ 4-10pm

Awards after the weigh-in at the scales, sponsored by Wind Creek Casino and Hotel-Atmore.