Bassmaster Classic 2024: Everything You Need to Know

Bassmaster Classic week is upon us! Bass geeks like myself wait all year, so we don't want to miss anything. But there's so much going on it can be difficult to keep up. I looked for a resource like this for myself, but when I didn't find anything I decided to make one and share it with all my fellow geeks.

Where is the Bassmaster Classic in 2024?

The 2024 Bassmaster Classic will be based in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

What is the Bassmaster Classic Kickoff Party?

The Bassmaster Classic Kickoff Party is Thursday, March 21, from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m., outside the BOK Center (W. 3rd Street) in downtown Tulsa. There will be FREE live music starting at 6:30 p.m. from the Toyota Music Den featuring Stoney LaRue!

Can I attend the Bassmaster Classic morning takeoffs?

Yes, the public is encouraged to attend the morning takeoffs. The competition will take place on nearby Grand Lake, and the morning takeoff is from Wolf Creek Park and Boating Facility in Grove, Oklahoma. Come cheer on your favorite anglers.

What is the Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo?

The Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo is at the Cox Business Center in Tulsa and includes a wide variety of exhibitors offering fishing, hunting, camping gear. And, the biggest manufacturing companies will be there to answer your questions and show you their newest releases. Plus, meet your favorite pros, take a quick selfie, and get a few fishing tips. It’s an outdoor enthusiast’s dream!

Friday, March 22, 2024
– Media/B.A.S.S. Life & Nation Members Members Preview --11 a.m. – Noon
- General Public --Noon – 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 23, 2024– 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sunday, March 24, 2024 – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

What is the Bassmaster Classic Tailgate?

The Bassmaster Classic Tailgate will be just outside the BOK Center (W. 3rd Street) in downtown Tulsa.

The new Bass Pro Shops Tailgate will include tons of fun activities like:

• an inflatable tree house slide
• meet & greet with Paw Patrol characters!
• displays of the Bass Pro Shops Toyota Camry NASCAR, ATVs and boats
• BBQ sampling from the Cabela’s Grill Set
• an autograph session with racing superstar, Travis Pastrana
• tire giveaways
• a GEOLANDAR®️ tire line display
• Hasty Back Charcoal Grills trailer and grilling experience
• Plus, watch Bassmaster LIVE and see the hosts in person!

What is the Bassmaster Celebrity Pro-Am Tournament?

B.A.S.S. has announced a new event for this year, the Bassmaster Classic Progressive Celebrity Pro-Am Tournament presented by Bass Pro Shops to kick off the 2024 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic Presented by Jockey Outdoors.

Staying true to their forward-thinking commitment, Progressive has invited celebrities from the NFL, NASCAR and MLB, as well as top-performing musicians, to join Bassmaster Elite Series anglers in kicking off Classic week events on Skiatook Lake in Skiatook, Okla., March 21 from 7 to 11 a.m.

To follow the event, tune into Bassmaster.com

Pairings will include:

• Team #1: Patrick Queen and Taylor Knowles
• Team #2: Michael Brantley and Mickey Brantley
• Team #3: Travis Pastrana and Scott Martin
• Team #4: Cody Cannon and John Soukup
• Team #5: Ross Chastain and Logan Parks
• Team #6: Brian Robison and Jamie Hartman
• Team #7: Koe Wetzel and Matty Wong
• Team #8: Randy Moss and Rick Clunn
• Team #9: Sydnie Wells and Seth Feider
• Team #10: Hood Fishing Entertainment and Chris Zaldain

Can I attend the daily weigh-ins?

Yes, the public is encouraged to come to all three of the daily weigh-ins held in the BOK Center, also in downtown Tulsa. Weigh-ins begin at 3:30 p.m. CST on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. You will not want to miss the show!