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The Travel & Adventure Show Announces 2026 Return To Javits Center

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The Press Release:
The Travel & Adventure Show,—America’s Favorite Travel Show Series—returns to New York City January 24–25 for its biggest, boldest year yet! Celebrating its fifth year as New York’s largest travel show, this year’s event will have even more exhibitors, exclusive show-floor travel deals, and more can’t-miss experiences than ever before.

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A star-studded lineup of celebrity travelers and expert insiders will be there to answer your most pressing questions about the future of travel. With more than 30 travel sessions led by prominent industry experts, guests will leave the show equipped with abundant inspiration and guidance for their next trip. Attendees of the New York Show can look forward to an engaging lineup of speakers, including Emmy Award-winning host Samantha Brown sharing insights from 25 years of traveling the world as a TV host; Pauline Frommer, editorial director of the Frommer’s Guides, sharing insights on how to save on travel in 2026; Andrew McCarthy, director and travel writer who will be sharing excerpts from his forthcoming book “Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America;” and travel authority and CBS Travel Editor Peter Greenberg, who will offer his insights on hot button topics such as AI in travel. Please find the complete speaker schedule here for additional details.
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BroadwayCon Announces Location and Confirmed Guests for 2026 Convention

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The Press Release:
BroadwayCon 2026 will take place January 23-25, it was announced, and this year’s Mainstage programming will be taking place at Palladium Times Square (1515 Broadway at 44th Street), with additional programming and the Marketplace taking place at the New York Westin at Times Square (270 W. 43rdStreet).

Each day from 9:00AM – 5:30PM, guests will join the Broadway community to perform, discuss, debate, and celebrate theatre. BroadwayCon 2026 will feature panels, performances, interviews, workshops, singalongs, and more, all packed into an epic three-day weekend. Past panels have included previews from upcoming Broadway shows, conversations with the casts and creatives of this season’s hits, and discussions featuring the industry’s top producers and designers, not to mention the giant Opening Celebration and nighttime fun and games.
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The Discover Boating New York Boat Show Returns in January 2026

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WHAT: The Discover Boating® New York Boat Show®, in partnership with Progressive®, docks at the Javits Center January 21-25, 2026, inviting tri-state water lovers to escape the cold and plunge into summer fun. The world’s first and longest running boat show has been a New York tradition since it started in 1905. With boating and fishing ranking as the top outdoor recreational activities in the U.S., there’s no better place to kick off America’s 250th birthday year! Tickets can be purchased at NYBoatshow.com (linked below).

With hundreds of new boats to see and shop, special show deals, fun for kids, the Discover Boating Beach Club, and free education for all levels, one of the tri-state’s best winter indoor events has something for everyone.
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Fanatics Fest Returns to New York City In July 2026

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Global sports platform Fanatics has announced the return of Fanatics Fest NYC, the world’s #1 sports fan festival that lives at the intersection of sports, collecting, culture and entertainment. Returning to New York City’s iconic Javits Center from July 16–19, 2026, the expanded festival will build on the success of Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 and coincide with one of the biggest global sports weekends, making New York City the epicenter of fandom next summer.

Following a record-breaking Fanatics Fest this past June, which drew more than 125,000 fans, more than 300 athletes and celebrities, and over 250 of the top hobby shops and dealers across the country—Fanatics Fest NYC 2026 will take over an additional 25% of space inside the Javits Center and become one of the venue’s largest events next year. To meet the incredible fan demand, the festival will expand to four days, offering attendees more access to their favorite athletes, artists and influencers, more live programming, bigger and bolder brand activations, interactive photo and autograph zones, exclusive product drops, and more.
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ReedPop Announces The Return Of BookCon in 2026

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The Press Release:
ReedPop, the world’s leading producer of pop culture events, today announced the return of BookCon, the fan event where storytelling and pop culture collide. A two-day celebration of storytelling in all forms built for readers, by readers, BookCon will take place at the Javits Center in New York City on April 18 & 19, 2026.

A wholly reimagined event, BookCon brings together fans’ favorite publishers, authors, brands, and retailers for an immersive show floor experience, designed with fans in mind. From intimate author chats to lively book swaps that feel like treasure hunts, ReedPop is building a celebration where every page turn will lead to another great adventure. Book signings, book clubs, workshops, captivating panels, and crafting zones are just the start of bringing our online world into a real-world space.
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