Fanatics Fest Returns to New York City July 16-19, 2026
In its third year, Fanatics is expanding its footprint at NYC’s Javits Center and adding a fourth day, giving fans and collectors more opportunities to celebrate their passions.
Tickets go on sale in early November, with exclusive pre-sale perks for returning fans.
Global sports platform Fanatics has announced the return of Fanatics Fest NYC, the world’s #1 sports fan festival that lives at the intersection of sports, collecting, culture and entertainment. Returning to New York City’s iconic Javits Center from July 16–19, 2026, the expanded festival will build on the success of Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 and coincide with one of the biggest global sports weekends, making New York City the epicenter of fandom next summer.
Following a record-breaking Fanatics Fest this past June, which drew more than 125,000 fans, more than 300 athletes and celebrities, and over 250 of the top hobby shops and dealers across the country—Fanatics Fest NYC 2026 will take over an additional 25% of space inside the Javits Center and become one of the venue’s largest events next year. To meet the incredible fan demand, the festival will expand to four days, offering attendees more access to their favorite athletes, artists and influencers, more live programming, bigger and bolder brand activations, interactive photo and autograph zones, exclusive product drops, and more.
"There is no show in the world like Fanatics Fest and the massive growth and impact in just two years drives home the value to fans, leagues, brands and athletes," said Lance Fensterman, CEO of Fanatics Events. “We can’t wait to build on an incredibly successful 2025 event, which included a complete sellout of our Saturday program, and make the third year of Fanatics Fest our biggest and best yet.
Fanatics Fest is an immersive, interactive festival where fans celebrate their passions while exploring new areas of the sports and collecting ecosystem. Attendees gain access to exclusive apparel and collectibles only available on-site, star-studded panels and live programming, autograph sessions and meet-and-greets, unique experiences from top leagues, teams and brands, and surprise-and-delight moments throughout the show floors. The festival also serves as one of the largest annual trading cards and collectibles shows, where collectors can buy, sell, and trade with hundreds of hobby shops and dealers.
Tickets will go on sale in early November, including exclusive pre-sale perks for returning fans. More information is available at FanaticsFest.com.