Fanatics Fest, the sports industry's equivalent to Comic-Con, will return to New York City's Javits Center from June 22-25, 2025. The second annual event promises to be significantly larger than its 2024 debut, featuring over 500 athletes and celebrities.

Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin announced plans to enhance the event with:

• Additional interactive experiences from major leagues and teams
• Increased opportunities for fan-athlete interactions
• Exclusive product releases
• Expanded trading card and collectibles marketplace with 250+ dealers

The 2024 inaugural event attracted more than 70,000 attendees who interacted with 300+ celebrities and athletes. While successful, some attendees expressed concerns about high-priced autograph sessions, with some celebrity signatures costing over $1,000.

Ticket Information:

• Presale for 2024 attendees: December 5, 2024
• General public sales: December 13, 2024
• Single-day tickets starting at $60

Background on Fanatics:

• Founded in 2011 by Michael Rubin
• Holds licensing deals with NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and numerous colleges
• Expanded into sports betting, now operating in 22 states and D.C.
• Controls approximately 7% of U.S. legal sports betting market
• Maintains 8% market share in New York
• Operates online casinos in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and West Virginia

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