# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic fly fishing festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The Gulf Coast Council (GCC) of Fly Fishers International (FFI) will host our 4th annual fly fishing festival on May 1-2, 2026, at the Learning Campus in Gulf State Park.  This event features some of the top fly tiers and casting instructors from across the nation and region, fly fishing experts, conservation advocates, commercial and non-profit exhibitors, as well as a slew of fun activities.

Located in Gulf Shores, Alabama, the park offers state-of-the-art theatre area, meeting rooms, outside facilities, a restaurant, easy access to a 600-acre brackish lake and to beaches, and much more.

Complete information is available on the Classic website at www.ffigulfcoastclassic.com

Among the many activities:
- Seminars on fishing locations, tactics, and species
- Conservation programs
- Fly tying demonstrations
- Exhibitors and vendors
- Beginner workshops (free with admission)
- Advanced Fly Tying workshops (fee, registration required)
- Advanced Casting workshops (fee, registration required)
- Mixed Bag Challenge fishing contest 
- Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) (separate registration)
- Keynote Conservation Speaker
- Raffles offering many one-of-a-kind items

Attendees can register for one or both days.  Advanced registration kicks off March 1st.   There's also a family registration discount!  

You must be registered to participate in workshops, the Mixed Bag Challenge, and available on-campus lodging.  A limited amount of on-campus lodging is available for a very reasonable rate.

For a complete schedule, details of seminars and workshops, go to:
www.ffigulfcoastclassic.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gulf-shores/4th-annual-gulf-coast-classic-fly-fishing-festival/200029345052024
- **Event Categories**: workshops, festivals, contests, art, meetups, theatre, entertainment, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 556

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gulf Shores
- **state**: AL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Learning Campus at Gulf State Park
- **lat**: 30.267079
- **long**: -87.6810506
- **full address**: Learning Campus at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic fly fishing festival being held?
  - **A:** 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic fly fishing festival takes place on Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Learning Campus at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic fly fishing festival?
  - **A:** 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic fly fishing festival is organized by Fly Fishers International Gulf Coast Council.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic fly fishing festival is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gulf Shores, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 550+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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