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The Big Rock Tournament is back, with 2021 marking the 63^rd year of blue marlin action in Morehead. Held in what many consider to be the best location for marlin fishing along the entire East Coast, this fishing tournament invites anglers to explore the series of peaks, ledges, and unique terrain elements that make up “The Big Rock” area near the Morehead shore. Last year’s top price was a hefty $1,056,137, adding yet another reason for you to put fishing The Big Rock on your June calendar.

The Big Rock Tournament Fast Facts

What: 2021 The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament

When: June 11-20, 2021

Where: Morehead, NC

Registration: Online registration is preferred, although in-person registration is also available at Big Rock headquarters. Level I mandatory entry fees are $2,500. Levels II through IX can be added on as well for the chance at winning additional purse money.

Schedule of Events

Note: Per the event organizers, 2021 tournament events are for participants only and there will be no ticket sales to the general public. The public is encouraged to follow the event online with scheduled Big Rock TV Live Broadcasts on Facebook and YouTube.

Friday, June 11^th

• 5:30 – 6:00 pm: KWLA Captain’s Meeting at Big Rock Landing (710 Evans Street)
• 6:00 – 9:00 pm: KWLA Best Dressed Contest Event at Big Rock Landing

Saturday, June 12^th

• 8:00 am – 2:00 pm: KWLA Tournament
• 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm: KWLA Weigh-Ins at Big Rock Landing with Big Rock TV Live Broadcast on Facebook & YouTube

Sunday, June 13^th

• 9:00 am: Sunday Prayer Breakfast at Big Rock Landing
• 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Big Rock Captain’s Meeting at Big Rock Landing
• 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Participant Pig Pickin’ at Big Rock Landing

Monday, June 14^th

• 9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Day 1 of 6 days of fishing (2 lay days required, Captain’s Choice)
• 2:00 pm: Live Coverage on Facebook & YouTube
• 4:00 pm: Daily gamefish weigh-ins at Big Rock Landing

Tuesday, June 15^th

• 9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Day 2 of 6 days of fishing (2 lay days required, Captain’s Choice)
• 2:00 pm: Live Coverage on Facebook & YouTube
• 4:00 pm: Daily gamefish weigh-ins at Big Rock Landing

Wednesday, June 16^th

• 9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Day 3 of 6 days of fishing (2 lay days required, Captain’s Choice)
• 2:00 pm: Live Coverage on Facebook & YouTube
• 4:00 pm: Daily gamefish weigh-ins at Big Rock Landing
• 6:00 – 8:00 pm: To-Go Pork Chop Dinner pickup at Crystal Coast Civic Center

Thursday, June 17^th

• 9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Day 4 of 6 days of fishing (2 lay days required, Captain’s Choice)
• 2:00 pm: Live Coverage on Facebook & YouTube
• 4:00 pm: Daily gamefish weigh-ins at Big Rock Landing
• 6:00 – 9:00 pm: Southern Q Food Truck on waterfront beside the Dock House in downtown Beaufort

Friday, June 18^th

• 9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Day 5 of 6 days of fishing (2 lay days required, Captain’s Choice)
• 2:00 pm: Live Coverage on Facebook & YouTube
• 4:00 pm: Daily gamefish weigh-ins at Big Rock Landing

Saturday, June 19^th

• 8:00 am – 2:00 pm: Day 6 of 6 days of fishing (2 lay days required, Captain’s Choice)
• 2:00 pm: Live Coverage on Facebook & YouTube
• 3:00 pm: Daily gamefish weigh-ins at Big Rock Landing

Sunday, June 20^th

• 11:00 am – 1:00 pm: Awards Brunch at Big Rock Landing with Live Coverage on Facebook & YouTube