Fanatics Partners with Visit Qatar and Qatar Airways to bring exclusive lounge experience to Fanatics Fest NYC
Fanatics, in partnership with Visit Qatar and Qatar Airways, today announced that Qatar’s world-renowned hospitality will return to Fanatics Fest NYC with an exclusive, invitation-only lounge experience.
Taking place July 16-19 at the Javits Center in New York City, Fanatics Fest NYC will feature an invitation-only lounge that captures Qatar's signature hospitality, designed for high-level networking among corporate partners, C-suite executives, elite athletes, and celebrities. Guests will enjoy access to private meeting spaces, premium food and beverage offerings, and curated activities throughout the four-day festival.
The collaboration unites Fanatics Fest NYC, the premier live event celebrating sports and fandom; Visit Qatar, the primary marketing and promotional arm of Qatar Tourism; and Qatar Airways, the world-renowned airline known for its award-winning service and elevated guest experience.
Qatar's presence at Fanatics Fest NYC is supported by the strategic partnership between Fanatics and the Government Communications Office (GCO) of the State of Qatar, which serves as a platform for advancing collaboration across sports, entertainment, retail and fan engagement.
Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, GCO Director, said: “Fanatics Fest NYC provides a valuable platform to engage influential audiences, strengthen industry relationships and introduce visitors to the experiences that make Qatar a leading destination for leisure, business and sporting events.”
Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar said: "Following a successful debut at Fanatics Fest NYC last year, we are delighted to return and deepen our engagement with this influential global audience. Our partnership reflects Qatar's commitment to excellence and our strategic vision to forge meaningful connections with key stakeholders across sports, entertainment and business. At Fanatics Fest NYC, we look forward to showcasing Qatar’s credentials as a premier destination for transformative experiences, world-class sporting events and opportunities for collaboration and growth."
Tucker Kain, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer of Fanatics, said: ”One of the things that makes Fanatics Fest NYC so unique is its ability to bring together an incredibly diverse mix of fans, brands, leagues, athletes, celebrities, and industry leaders in one place. Building on a successful first year with Visit Qatar, we're thrilled to welcome Qatar Airways to the partnership and further elevate this exclusive hospitality offering. As Fanatics Fest NYC continues to grow, we're focused on creating exceptional experiences for every audience we serve. Our Qatar partners share that commitment, and together we're delivering a hospitality experience that will be a standout feature of Fanatics Fest NYC this year."