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    Fanatics Fest New York City at Javits Center -2025

    Fanatics Fest New York City at Javits Center -2025

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    Fanatics Fest NYC is a one-in-a-lifetime fan event that features sports legends, A-list celebrities, limited-edition merch drops, immersive brand and league activations, rare collectibles, live breaking, and more – all in the heart of New York City.

    Fanatics Fest NYC offers something for every type of sports fan, from live trading card breaks and athlete meet and greets, to immersive brand activations and exclusive merchandise drops.

    Dive into a world where sports, culture, and collecting come together, highlighted by our main stage programming, the Fanatics Superstore, Sports and Trading Card Memorabilia Museum, and so much more. Be On Location at Fanatics Fest NYC!

    Imagine a gathering where fans come together to share their passion, meet like-minded individuals, participate in activities, and maybe even meet some celebrities or experts in their field.

    Whether you’re a die-hard sports fan, a gaming aficionado, or a dedicated follower of a particular TV show or movie franchise, Fanatics Fest could be the ultimate destination to celebrate what you love.

    Experience Fanatics Fest in a unique way with exclusive hospitality and unparalleled athlete interactions.

    Dozens of guests were in attendance, including sports legends such as Tom Brady, Derek Jeter, LeBron James, Kevin Hart and so many more to name. Fans were able to have photo ops and autographs from their favorite athletes.

    Fans were allowed to bring their own items to be signed for autograph sessions. However, items were also being available for purchase on-site at the Fanatics Superstore.

    Some panels took place, NFL greats Eli and Peyton Manning alongside rising stars Caleb Williams, CJ Stroud, and Bryce Young as they break down what it takes to build Hall of Fame careers and capture Super Bowl glory.

    Franchise Faces is a powerhouse panel exploring leadership, pressure, and the mindset of champions. Panelists: Peyton Manning, Eli Manning, Caleb Williams, Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, moderator was Kay Adams.

    Immersive brand and league activations: the thrill of sports like never before with immersive activations and exhibits from the biggest leagues and brands.

    Hit the court, step into the ring, or take the field to show off your skills with the NFL, NBA, WNBA, UFC, WWE, MLB, NHL, Premier League, F1, Netflix, FIFA Dick’s Sporting Goods, and more.

    Kids Zone; Bring the whole family to Fanatics Fest NYC and dive into the action at the DICK’S Sporting Goods Kids Zone!

    Packed with interactive games, exciting challenges, and hands-on activities, it’s the perfect spot for young sports fans to practice their skills. The Kids Zone is where little fans create big memories.

    Merch village; Introducing Merch Village – built for the city that never sleeps. Inspired by the energy of NYC’s iconic street markets and pop-up scenes, this is where sports culture, style, and exclusivity collide. Shop collabs you can’t find anywhere else and rep your teams with the freshest official gear in the game.

    Fanatics collect breaking arena: Fanatics Collect is taking the digital card-breaking experience to the next level with the debut of the first-ever Breaking Arena, live at Fanatics Fest.

    This immersive, one-of-a-kind activation brings the energy and thrill of the Fanatics Live App straight to the show floor. Get in on the action with live breaking events like Pick Your Team, Fill the Seats, Instant Rips, and much more!

    museum of greatness, presented by sports illustrated: Get ready to witness over $200 million worth of the rarest and most legendary trading cards and memorabilia ever assembled — from the likes of Brady, Ohtani, Jordan, Kobe, LeBron, Messi, Ruth, Mantle, and more.

    Many of these pieces have never been seen by the public — some pulled straight from players’ personal collections and over 30 world-class collectors, in collaboration with Fanatics Collectibles and Fanatics Authentic.

    Topps trade night: Topps Trade Night kicks off at Fanatics Fest NYC on Saturday, June 21 from 6-9 PM at the River Pavilion inside the Javits Center. Enjoy athlete appearances, giveaways, free food, and card trading—plus a special appearance by Jayden Daniels. All attendees must be inside the Javits Center by 7:00 PM.

    I Must say Mr. Michael Rubin, founder of Fan fest, is a genius alongside his team putting a mega event of this kind, I personally have attended many events in many years, I have never seen anything like this in my years, Fan Fest has a little for everyone in attendance, I met people from Europe who bought their whole family to be part of this experience, they went on to say we look coming back next year.

    This will be our vacation.  I want to thank Mr Ron Berkowitz , Publicist for the event, for giving us an opportunity to cover this event.

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    National Basketball Retired Players Association Gala during NBA All Star Week

    National Basketball Retired Players Association Gala during NBA All Star Week

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    About the NBRPA
    THE NATIONAL BASKETBALL RETIRED PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

    Founded in 1992 by NBA Legends Dave DeBusschere, Dave Bing, Archie Clark, Dave Cowens and Oscar Robertson, the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA) is a non-profit association comprised of former professional basketball players of the NBA, ABA, Harlem Globetrotters, and WNBA. We are the only alumni association of its kind supported directly by the NBA and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA).

    MISSION STATEMENT

    The National Basketball Retired Players Association is a charitable 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a two-pronged mission to assist former NBA, ABA, Harlem Globetrotters and WNBA players in their transition from the playing court into life after the game, while also positively impacting communities and youth through basketball.

    ABOUT THE NBRPA

    With energetic corporate leadership and a unified Board, the future has never been brighter at the NBRPA. Now more than 20 years old, the Association provides a host of programs, services and benefits designed to help retired basketball players and their families successfully navigate life after the game. In support of its membership, the NBRPA proactively offers a full menu of education, health, finance and career/life transition benefits to retired basketball players and their families.

    Working in conjunction with the NBA and NBPA, the NBRPA’s membership promotes basketball and enhances the sport’s image by building community relationships and fostering support for charitable activities and philanthropic events with a connection to the game.

    By playing in the NBA, ABA, WNBA or with the Harlem Globetrotters, NBRPA members helped build the game of basketball and – through the distinction of an on-court professional career at the sport’s highest levels – remain ambassadors to the game for life. NBRPA members embody the game long after taking the court professionally and put their notoriety to positive use as spokespersons and conduits of good will in the basketball community.

    Carmelo Anthony, NY Knicks Small Forward, Interview – 2012

    Carmelo Anthony, NY Knicks Small Forward, Interview – 2012

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    Carmelo Kyam Anthony nicknamed “Melo”, is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

    After a successful high school career at Towson Catholic High School and Oak Hill Academy, Anthony attended Syracuse University for college where he led the Orangemen to their first National Championship in 2003. He earned the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player award and was named the Most Valuable Player of NCAA East Regional. After one season at Syracuse University, Anthony left college to enter the 2003 NBA Draft, where he was selected as the third pick by the Nuggets. He was traded to the Knicks several days prior to the 2011 trade deadline.

    Since entering the NBA, Anthony has emerged as one of the most well-known and popular players in the league. He was named to the All-Rookie team, to the All-Star team six times and to the All-NBA team six times. Anthony led the Nuggets to two division titles and to the playoffs every year from 2004 to 2010. In 2009, he helped the Nuggets advance to the Conference Finals for the first time since 1985. As a member of the USA National Team, Anthony won a bronze medal at the 2004 Olympics and gold medals at the 2008 and 2012 Olympics. On August 2, 2012, Carmelo Anthony broke the United States men’s Olympic team’s record for most points in a single game when he scored 37 points against Nigeria.

    Amar’e Carsares Stoudemire, New York Knicks (Center, Power Forward) – 2012

    Amar’e Carsares Stoudemire, New York Knicks (Center, Power Forward) – 2012

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    Amar’e Carsares Stoudemire is an American professional basketball player who plays for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

    His off-court ventures include a record label, a clothing line, acting and a series of children’s books for Scholastic Press.

    Stoudemire’s first name had previously been listed in the Phoenix Suns media guide as Amaré or Amare, but it was changed to Amar’e in October 2008. Stoudemire told NBA.com that his name had always been spelled Amar’e, but the media had been spelling it incorrectly since he joined the NBA.

    Walter “Clyde” Frazier, New York Knicks Basketball Great

    Walter “Clyde” Frazier, New York Knicks Basketball Great

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    Walter “Clyde” Frazier is an American former basketball player in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was blessed with a unique combination of court vision, quickness, and size (he stands 6’4″) for a guard. As their floor general, he led the New York Knicks to the franchise’s only two NBA Championships (1970 & 1973), and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1987. Upon his retirement from basketball, Frazier went into broadcasting; he is currently a color commentator for telecasts of Knicks games on the MSG Network.