Fanatics Fest NYC is back with a bang in 2025, promising a bigger, better, and more immersive experience for all fans and collectors. After a successful debut in the past summer, this interactive festival is set to captivate attendees at the Javits Center in New York City from June 20–22, 2025, with even more exciting offerings.
A Focal Point for Fandom and Culture
Transforming New York City into a mecca for fandom, collecting, and cultural celebration, Fanatics Fest NYC is gearing up to become the ultimate destination for enthusiasts. The 2025 edition aims to raise the bar by bringing together a record number of athletes, leagues, teams, and brands all under one roof. With expanded programming, larger spaces, and exclusive offerings, the event is set to redefine fan experiences.
Building on Past Success
The inaugural Fanatics Fest NYC in August 2024 drew over 70,000 fans over three days, receiving widespread acclaim and generating buzz across social media platforms. Encouraged by this overwhelming response, organizers are upping the ante for 2025. Attendees can look forward to expanded live programming including panels, discussions, and on-site shows, enhanced autograph zones for more opportunities to meet top athletes and celebrities, exclusive collaborations and products, a bigger trading card and collectibles exhibit, and a myriad of interactive activations from various leagues and brands.
Star-Studded Lineup and Programming
Boasting a roster of over 500 global stars, including both familiar faces and new additions, Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 is set to impress. Athletes, artists, creators, and entertainers will interact with fans through engaging panels, meet-and-greets, and live demonstrations. A trailer produced by Bolded, the branded division of OBB Media, offers a glimpse of the festival’s thrilling moments, showcasing their expertise in multi-platform storytelling.
What’s in Store for 2025
Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 promises an immersive environment where fans can revel in their passions while discovering new ones. Attendees can anticipate interactive experiences with leagues and teams, exclusive merchandise drops and collectibles available only on-site, autograph sessions and meet-and-greets with top names in sports and entertainment, live programming, surprise moments throughout the weekend, and a premier trading card and collectibles show featuring hundreds of hobby shops and dealers for buying, selling, and trading.
Ticketing Details and Quotes
Fans who attended the 2024 event get access to an exclusive presale from December 5–8, 2024, followed by a presale for PayPal users from December 10–12. General ticket sales open on December 13. Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin expressed his excitement for the upcoming event, highlighting the increased scale and new offerings. Lance Fensterman, CEO of Fanatics Events, noted the success of the inaugural event and the commitment to enhancing the 2025 edition based on feedback received.
Don’t Miss Out!
For more information and ticket purchases, visit FanaticsFest.com. Join this one-of-a-kind celebration of fandom, culture, and collectibles in the heart of New York City. Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Fanatics Fest NYC 2025!
