Overview
- Fanatics Fest 2026 is scheduled for July 16–19 at NYC’s Javits Center with roughly 25% more venue space and expectations for higher attendance than 2025.
- The first slate confirmed Tom Brady, Jay-Z, Travis Scott, and Kevin Hart alongside Aaron Judge, Kevin Durant, Rhea Ripley, Diana Taurasi, and Jalen Brunson.
- New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo hosted a WWE 2K25 Royal Rumble on Twitch to reveal more than 30 initial athletes and personalities.
- Sunday’s program coincides with the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at nearby MetLife Stadium, and organizers have expressed interest in collaborating with FIFA with details pending.
- Organizers highlighted core attractions such as trading-card drops, exclusive merchandise collaborations, autograph and photo sessions, live panels, and additional guests to be announced.