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Fanatics Fest vs. The National: Which Card Show Wins?

Fanatics Fest vs. The National: Which Card Show Wins?

Update: 2025-09-12

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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

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Fanatics Fest vs. The National: Which Card Show Wins?

Fanatics Fest vs. The National: Which Card Show Wins?

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