Bisbee's Black & Blue Tournament
Oct 20-25, 2025
Golfito, Costa Rica
About the Tournament
Bisbee's Black & Blue Tournament is the world's richest marlin tournament, held annually in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. This legendary competition attracts the world's top anglers and fishing teams who compete for millions of dollars in prize money. Known for its incredible payouts, world-class fishing, and vibrant dockside celebrations, the Black & Blue has become the ultimate destination for serious sport fishing enthusiasts seeking both competition and camaraderie in one of the world's premier fishing destinations.
What to Expect
Target Species
Black marlin, blue marlin, striped marlin, sailfish, tuna, and dorado.
Black marlin, blue marlin, striped marlin, sailfish, tuna, and dorado.
Big Payout Potential
Despite being the “Little Bisbee's,” prize pools often reach
Despite being the “Little Bisbee's,” prize pools often reach
Catch-and-Release Emphasis
The tournament promotes sustainable fishing through strict release rules for billfish.
The tournament promotes sustainable fishing through strict release rules for billfish.
Community Feel
Known for its festive, welcoming atmosphere, the tournament attracts both seasoned professionals and local fishing teams.
Known for its festive, welcoming atmosphere, the tournament attracts both seasoned professionals and local fishing teams.
Dockside Energy
Daily weigh-ins at IGY Marina draw crowds of spectators, creating a lively celebration in Cabo.
Daily weigh-ins at IGY Marina draw crowds of spectators, creating a lively celebration in Cabo.
Festival Highlights
- Two days of competition on some of the richest fishing grounds in the Pacific.
- Opening-night captains' meeting and closing awards banquet filled with Cabo's vibrant energy.
- Optional jackpots for tuna and dorado, keeping excitement high across all categories.
- Part of the prestigious Bisbee's tournament series, alongside the Black & Blue and East Cape events.