Fanatics Collect Card Combine

The Fanatics Collect Card Combine is a brand-new, interactive experience at Fanatics Fest NYC 2026—built to drop you into the world of collecting your way. This self-guided space is designed for discovery, with hands-on moments that make it easy to learn by doing, not sitting through a lesson. Explore the basics of buying, trading, grading, and protecting your cards.

CARD SAMPLING

Fans will begin their your collecting journey at the Fanatics Collect Hub. Download the Fanatics Collect app, the gateway to discovering, collecting, and managing your cards, then pick up a complimentary Topps sample pack. It's the perfect first stop to jump into the hobby and experience everything Fanatics Collect has to offer.

RIPPING STATION

With pack in hand, head to the ripping area to experience the excitement of opening your cards. Learn more about the hobby, discover what’s inside your pack, and use the Fanatics Collect card scanning tool to instantly identify cards and explore their market value.

PACK SCIENCE

Next, explore the retail area, where hobby shops help bring the hobby to life. Learn about different product types, collecting formats, and entry-level options while gaining a better understanding of what makes each product unique.

BREAKING STUDIO

Step into the breaking studio to experience one of the most exciting parts of the modern hobby. Learn how live breaks work from industry experts, watch the action unfold in real time, and even get the chance to participate in a live break yourself.

CGC GRADING STATION

Once you've built your collection, visit the CGC grading station to learn how professional grading evaluates a card's condition, authenticity, and value. Explore the grading process with experts, submit cards on-site through the submission center, and take part in special slab giveaways throughout the weekend.

VAULTED COLLECTION & Education wall

With graded cards in hand, discover how to protect, manage, and showcase your collection for the long term. Learn how to view your collection digitally from your phone, explore secure vaulting options, and see premium memorabilia, autographs, relics, and other prized collectibles on display as examples of what a vaulted collection can hold.

INSTANT RIPS

The journey culminates with Instant Rips, where collectors experience a new way to engage with the hobby through Fanatics Collect. Learn how digital repacks work, then receive a complimentary pack added directly to your collection and stored in the app, giving you an instant head start as a collector.