Fanatics Fest NYC is making a grand comeback in 2025, promising a larger-than-life experience for fans and collectors. After capturing hearts and attention during its debut last summer, the 2025 edition is set to mesmerize attendees at the Javits Center in New York City from June 20 to 22, 2025, offering an even more immersive and unforgettable event.
A New Focal Point for Fandom and Culture
Fanatics Fest NYC aims to be the pinnacle destination for all things fandom, collecting, and cultural celebration. This year’s edition plans to elevate the bar set by its first event by bringing together an unprecedented number of athletes, leagues, teams, and brands all under one roof. With expanded programming, larger spaces, and exclusive offerings, this festival is geared towards setting new benchmarks for fan experiences worldwide.
The Success of the Inaugural Event
The inaugural Fanatics Fest NYC in August 2024 attracted over 70,000 fans over a span of three days, creating a massive buzz on social media and receiving widespread acclaim. Fueled by the overwhelming positive response, organizers have decided to scale up significantly for the 2025 event. Attendees can look forward to expanded live programming with panels, discussions, and on-site shows, enhanced autograph zones, exclusive collaborations, a wider range of products, an increase in trading card and collectibles exhibits, and a plethora of interactive activations from various leagues and brands.
Star-Studded Lineup and Programming
The 2025 edition of Fanatics Fest NYC will feature a stellar lineup of over 500 global stars, including a multitude of fan favorites returning from the previous year. Participants can anticipate engaging interactions with athletes, artists, creators, and entertainers through panels, meet-and-greets, and live demonstrations. A trailer for the event’s upcoming edition has already been released, crafted by Bolded, the branded division of OBB Media, known for their expertise in multi-platform storytelling.
What to Expect in 2025
Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 is set to offer fans an electrifying environment to revel in their passions while exploring new ones. Key highlights will include interactive experiences with leagues and teams, exclusive merchandise releases and collectibles available exclusively on-site, autograph sessions and meet-and-greets with top personalities in sports and entertainment, ongoing live programming, and unexpected moments sprinkled throughout the weekend. Additionally, attendees can indulge in a premier trading card and collectibles show featuring numerous hobby shops and dealers for buying, selling, and trading.
Ticketing Information
For those who attended the 2024 event, an exclusive presale window will be open from December 5 to 8, 2024. A second presale opportunity for PayPal users will run from December 10 to 12, with general ticket sales commencing on December 13.
Leadership Insights
Expressing his enthusiasm, Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin remarked, “Seeing the joy and excitement from fans at our first event was incredible. We’re going bigger and better next year, with more athletes, interactive experiences, and exclusive products. June can’t come fast enough!” Lance Fensterman, CEO of Fanatics Events, echoed this sentiment by highlighting the success of the inaugural Fanatics Fest NYC and expressing his commitment to making the 2025 edition even more exceptional.
For further details and ticketing information, interested individuals are encouraged to visit FanaticsFest.com. Prepare to immerse yourself in this unparalleled celebration of fandom, culture, and collectibles at Fanatics Fest NYC 2025!