60th Tournament Information – Cairns Professional Game Fishing Association

EVENT INFORMATION & UPDATES:

August 1, 2026

Team numbers – final team numbers (number of members in your team) are required by Aug 7.

July 25, 2026

We’re pleased to let you know that Shangri-La, The Marina Cairns has generously offered a special discounted accommodation rate for competitors, guests and sponsors attending the Cairns Black Marlin Classic 60th Anniversary Tournament.

July 3, 2026

Marina Bookings

If you have not yet arranged your marina berth, we strongly encourage you to do so at your earliest convenience, as berths are expected to be limited during the event period.

21-26 Sep 2026

ABOUT THE EVENT:

To celebrate this historic milestone, The Cairns Professional Game
Fishing Association Inc. and major sponsors Short Marine and Viking Yachts are hosting a 4-day anniversary tournament and related events.

Dates: 21-26 September 2026
Location: Cairns
Fishing Area: between the southern end of #6 Ribbon Reef and the southern end of Jenny Louise Shoal Reef.
Entries are closed.

Tournament Event Schedule:

MONDAY, 21 SEPTEMBER 2026
3:00–4:30 pm Tournament Bag Collection, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pool Level
6:00 pm Compulsory Skippers’ Briefing, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pool Level
6:30 pm Welcome Event, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pool Level

FRIDAY, 25 SEPTEMBER 2026
6:30–8:00 pm Dock Party – Details TBA

SATURDAY, 26 SEPTEMBER 2026
6:30 pm arrival for 7:00 pm start, Presentation Gala and Hall of Fame Ceremony, Cairns Convention Centre