Fanatics Fest NYC, the immersive and interactive festival that took the city by storm in the summer of 2024, is set to make a triumphant return in 2025. With promises of a bigger, better, and more immersive experience, fans and collectors are already buzzing with excitement for what’s in store at the Javits Center from June 20–22, 2025.
Transforming New York City into the mecca of fandom, collecting, and cultural celebration, Fanatics Fest NYC aims to build on the massive success of its inaugural event. The upcoming edition is gearing up to bring together an unprecedented number of athletes, leagues, teams, and brands all under one roof. With plans for expanded programming, larger spaces, and exclusive offerings, the event is poised to set new standards for fan experiences and create unforgettable memories for attendees.
The inaugural Fanatics Fest NYC in August 2024 drew in over 70,000 fans over the course of three action-packed days, earning widespread acclaim and social media buzz. Bolstered by the overwhelming response, organizers are doubling down for 2025 with a lineup that includes expanded live programming, enhanced autograph zones for more fan interactions, exclusive collaborations, a larger trading card and collectibles exhibit, and a plethora of interactive activations from various leagues and brands.
Featuring a star-studded lineup of over 500 global stars, the 2025 edition of Fanatics Fest NYC will bring together athletes, artists, creators, and entertainers to engage with fans through panels, meet-and-greets, live demonstrations, and more. To provide a sneak peek of the excitement to come, a trailer for the event has been released by Bolded, the branded division of OBB Media, known for its expertise in multi-platform storytelling.
Attendees can look forward to an array of interactive experiences with leagues and teams, exclusive merchandise drops, autograph sessions with top names in sports and entertainment, live programming, surprise moments, and a premier trading card and collectibles show featuring numerous hobby shops and dealers for buying, selling, and trading.
Ticketing information for Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 includes an exclusive presale for 2024 event attendees from December 5–8, 2024, followed by a second presale window for PayPal users from December 10–12. General ticket sales will open to the public on December 13, ensuring that fans can secure their spots early for this highly anticipated event.
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin expressed his excitement for the upcoming festival, highlighting plans for more athletes, interactive experiences, and exclusive products to make the 2025 edition even more spectacular. Lance Fensterman, CEO of Fanatics Events, echoed Rubin’s sentiments, emphasizing the success of the inaugural event and the team’s commitment to making the 2025 festival even more remarkable based on fan feedback.
For more details and ticketing information, fans can visit FanaticsFest.com to ensure they don’t miss out on this unique celebration of fandom, culture, and collectibles. Get ready to experience the ultimate fan festival at Fanatics Fest NYC 2025!
