In this episode of Sports Cards Are Dope, I break down Fanatics Fest vs. The National. From timing around the World Cup to costs, cards, and memories, here’s what collectors need to know.
- 0:59 – Why Fanatics Fest changed its 2026 dates
- 3:45 – How the World Cup impacts costs and crowds
- 5:58 – What The National offers card collectors
- 12:00 – Why Fanatics Fest feels like Coachella
- 20:40 – The power of activations & experiences
- 25:29 – Which show I’d pick if I could only attend one