The 24th annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic (ECBC) is scheduled for June 17–21, 2026, at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Miramar Beach, Florida. As a premier Gulf Coast sportfishing tournament, it features, high-stakes, big-money, offshore, action with nightly public weigh-ins at Baytowne Marina.
- Dates: June 17-21, 2026.
- Location: Baytowne Marina at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, Florida.
- Highlights: The tournament features offshore fishing for blue marlin and other gamefish, with, significant, cash, prizes, often exceeding $1 million.
- Schedule:
- Thursday, June 18: Fishing starts; boats depart around 11:00 AM.
- Friday, June 19: Weigh-ins from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; fireworks at 9:00 PM.
- Saturday, June 20: Final, big, weigh-ins from 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM.