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Event overview: The 2026 Carolina Billfish Classic is the fourth leg of the South Carolina Governors Cup series and brings together elite sportfishing teams for multiple days of billfish action...
The 2026 Carolina Billfish Classic is the fourth leg of the South Carolina Governors Cup series and brings together elite sportfishing teams for multiple days of billfish action in the waters off the Carolina coast. Known for its competitive spirit and lively dockside atmosphere, the event combines serious fishing with social gatherings, awards celebrations, and a scenic harbor setting.
Dates:
Wednesday, June 17th – Saturday, June 20th, 2026
Location:
Charleston Harbor and Resort and Marina
24 Patriots Point Rd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Schedule of Events:
Wednesday, June 17th: at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
- 3:00 - 7:00 pm - Final Registration: The Beach Club
- 6:00 - 9:00 pm - Billfish, BBQ, & Bluegrass: Lookout Pavilion
- 7:00 pm - Captains Meeting - Lookout Pavilion
- 9:00 pm - TWT Final Registration
Thursday, June 18th: Day 1 of Fishing
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm - Fish 2 out of 3 eligible days
- 1:00 - 4:00 pm - Beach Club Pool: Live Music
- 5:00 - 7:00 pm - Weigh-In
- 6:00 - 9:00 pm - Live Music at the Reel Bar
- 7:00 pm - Dinner on the Docks: Delivered to the boats
Friday, June 19th: Day 2 of Fishing
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm - Fish 2 out of 3 eligible days
- 1:00 - 4:00 pm - Beach Club Pool: Live Music
- 5:00 - 7:00 pm - Weigh-In
- 6:00 - 9:00 pm - Live Music at the Reel Bar
- 7:00 pm - Dinner on the Docks: Delivered to the boats
Saturday, June 20th: Day 3 of Fishing
- 8:00 am - 3:00 pm - Fish 2 out of 3 eligible days
- 1:00 - 4:00 pm - Beach Club Pool: Live Music
- 5:00 - 7:00 pm - Weigh-In
- 5:00 - 9:00 pm - Open Bar and Live Music
- 7:00 pm - Dinner
- 8:00 pm - Awards Presentation on the Beach
To find details about the South Carolina Governor’s Cup Series, click here.
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