Fanatics Fest NYC is making a triumphant return in 2025, and it’s gearing up to be bigger, better, and more immersive than ever before. Fans and collectors who reveled in the festival’s debut last summer can look forward to an enhanced experience at the Javits Center in New York City from June 20–22, 2025.
A hotspot for all things fandom, Fanatics Fest NYC will transform New York City into the ultimate destination for enthusiasts, collectors, and cultural enthusiasts alike. Following the success of its inaugural event, the 2025 edition aims to elevate the fan experience to new heights by bringing together a record number of athletes, leagues, teams, and brands all under one roof. With expanded programming, larger event spaces, and exclusive offerings, attendees are in for an unforgettable experience that sets a new standard for fan conventions.
The inaugural Fanatics Fest NYC in August 2024 drew over 70,000 fans over three days, creating a buzz of excitement and earning rave reviews. Buoyed by the enthusiastic response, the organizers are upping the ante for 2025. The event will feature a host of attractions, including expanded live programming with panels, discussions, and on-site shows, enhanced autograph zones with more opportunities to meet top athletes and celebrities, exclusive collaborations and products, a bigger trading card and collectibles exhibits, and a wide array of interactive activations from various leagues and brands.
The star-studded lineup for Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 is nothing short of impressive, with over 500 global stars gracing the event, including many returning fan favorites. Athletes, artists, creators, and entertainers will actively engage with fans through panels, meet-and-greets, and live demonstrations. The festival’s trailer, produced by Bolded, the branded division of OBB Media, promises to capture the most thrilling moments of the event, showcasing its expertise in multi-platform storytelling.
Anticipation is running high for what’s in store at Fanatics Fest NYC 2025. Attendees can expect interactive experiences with leagues and teams, exclusive merchandise drops, autograph sessions, meet-and-greets with top names in sports and entertainment, live programming, surprise moments sprinkled throughout the weekend, and a premier trading card and collectibles show featuring hundreds of hobby shops and dealers for buying, selling, and trading.
Ticketing information for the event includes an exclusive presale for returning 2024 attendees from December 5–8, 2024, followed by a secondary presale window for PayPal users from December 10–12, with general ticket sales opening to the public on December 13.
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin expressed his excitement for the upcoming event, promising more athletes, interactive experiences, and exclusive products in 2025. Lance Fensterman, CEO of Fanatics Events, echoed the sentiment, showcasing their commitment to making Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 an even more remarkable celebration of sports, culture, and collecting.
For more details and ticketing information, fans can visit FanaticsFest.com to secure their spot at this one-of-a-kind event celebrating fandom, culture, and collectibles. Don’t miss out on the fanfare!