Visit Qatar participates in Fanatics Fest NYC with exclusive lounge experience
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Visit Qatar is participating in Fanatics Fest NYC, taking place from 20–22 June 2025 at the Javits Centre in New York City, with an exclusive VIP lounge showcasing Qatar's signature hospitality.
Fanatics Fest is a major multi-day event that brings together fans, athletes, executives, and brands across sport, culture, and entertainment, and business communities under one roof.
The Visit Qatar Lounge is designed to foster high-level networking among global executives, athletes, and cultural figures.
This activation builds on a broader five-year strategic partnership between the Government Communications Office and Fanatics, aimed at expanding Qatar's global engagement across sport and entertainment platforms.
The event was attended by Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al Mawlawi, chief executive officer of
Visit Qatar, alongside HE Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office.
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