The 2026 Gold Coast Flathead Classic features epic flathead fishing, huge prizes, and unforgettable memories.
Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just here for the good times, this year's Classic blends tradition with fresh energy like never before. The committee has taken on your feedback from last year (thank you) and are striving to serve up the best event yet.
Ready to Fish the Classic?
Incredible value for your entry — your team bag alone is worth over $700
A shot at a prize pool over $500,000 — including boats, gear, and exclusive sponsor giveaways
4 days of mateship, memories, and moments you can’t put a price on
Non-stop action on and off the water from the first cast to the final night
Something for everyone juniors, rookies, seasoned pros, and weekend warriors alike. Did we mention the awesome random prizes?
This is your chance to be part of one of Australia’s most iconic fishing events and walk away with more than just a catch.
What’s in it for you?
We know times are tight — so we’ve made it simpler to get your team locked in:
Split your ticket with Afterpay
Flexible payment options now available
Secure your spot from just $125 (per senior angler)
It’s Easier Than Ever to Fish
Senior Entry: $495 for early bird entries up until 15 June 2026. $550 after 15 June or until sold out.
Junior Entry: $225 for early bird entries up until 15 June 2026. $250 after 15 June or until sold out.
Ticket Prices
Every team receives and epic team bag full of goodies, including a commemorative event shirt. In addition to prizes for the fishing, there’s random give aways every night and of course there is the random giveaways of two beautiful boats (one for seniors and one for juniors).
Get your team together. Lock in your spot.
This is your year to fish the Classic.
Register Your Team
Three steps.
Pick your team type (two/three anglers, senior/juniors/mixed).
Fill in your details on the entry form.
Pay your entry fee.
EARLY BIRD ENTRIES - BE QUICK - LIMITED AVAILABILITY REMAINS
Enter your two-angler team
Includes full tournament access for two anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag.
Includes full tournament access for two anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag. There is a specific allocation of early bird entries. Once these are allocated, full entry fees apply.
Includes full tournament access for two anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag.
Includes full tournament access for two anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag. There is a specific allocation of early bird entries. Once these are allocated, full entry fees apply.
Includes full tournament access for two anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag. There is a specific allocation of early bird entries. Once these are allocated, full entry fees apply.
GENERAL ENTRIES (AFTER EARLY BIRD ALLOCATIONS ARE EXHAUSTED)
Includes full tournament access for two anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag.
Enter your three angler team
EARLY BIRD ENTRIES - BE QUICK - LIMITED AVAILABILITY REMAINS
Includes full tournament access for three anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag. There is a specific allocation of early bird entries. Once these are allocated, full entry fees apply.
Includes full tournament access for three anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag.
Includes full tournament access for three anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag. There is a specific allocation of early bird entries. Once these are allocated, full entry fees apply.
Includes full tournament access for three anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag.
Includes full tournament access for three anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag. There is a specific allocation of early bird entries. Once these are allocated, full entry fees apply.
Includes full tournament access for three anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag. There is a specific allocation of early bird entries. Once these are allocated, full entry fees apply.
GENERAL ENTRIES (AFTER EARLY BIRD ALLOCATIONS ARE EXHAUSTED)
Includes full tournament access for three anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag.
Includes full tournament access for three anglers, tournament shirts, nightly meals, prize eligibility, and an epic team bag.
Extra food tickets and shirts
Need some extra meal tickets for family and friends? These tickets are available for dinner at the Flathead Classic event hub from Tuesday to Friday.
ORDER BEFORE 30 JUNE 2026 TO ENSURE YOUR SIZE AVAILABILITY. The shirts will be available from the raffle tent once the event starts.
While every angler will receive a commemorative event shirt as part of their entry, you can order extra shirts for your friends and family. Thanks our valued sponsor’s at Switchbait for the awesome design. We will certainly stand out this year!
Pre-purchase 10 drinks tickets. Can be used for beer, wine, basic spirits, or soft drinks. You must be aged 18 years or older to order this. Pick up (by someone aged over the age of 18) will be at the raffle table at the event.
Fish Now, Pay Later
No Big Upfront Payment – Secure your spot from just $123.75 (per senior angler)
Apply at Checkout
