Score with CGC x JSA at Fanatics Fest NYC!

CGC® and JSA® are excited to announce that our next stop during a whirlwind summer of shows is the first-ever Fanatics Fest NYC, being held at the Javits Center in New York City on August 16-18, 2024. Don’t miss the chance to experience CGC x JSA services up close and in person with on-site autograph authentication and card grading — see below for unbeatable pricing! — plus our booth #2225 will be where it’s at!

CGC Cards, the hobby’s fastest-growing card grading service, and JSA, the world leader in autograph authentication, recently teamed up and are now offering combined services for sports cards, non-sports cards and TCGs. Collectors attending Fanatics Fest NYC will be able to submit autographed cards for authentication by JSA and grading and encapsulation by CGC Cards in one seamless solution.

Plus, there are several can't-miss events planned throughout the weekend at the CGC Cards booth #2225, including sports trivia, guest signers, special panels with CGC Vice President Andy Broome, prizes and swag — and so much more. Collectors will score big with CGC and JSA at Fanatics Fest NYC! Here’s the breakdown:

• On-site autograph authentication and card grading – CGC Cards is grading sports cards, TCGs and non-sports cards on-site at the show! Plus, get your autographed cards authenticated by JSA, graded by CGC Cards and encapsulated, also at the show. See details for on-site submissions below. Space is limited, so submit early!


• Drop-offs for regular submissions – CGC is accepting regular submissions of cards, comics, video games and home video collectibles that will be taken back to its Sarasota, FL, headquarters for certification at CGC’s regular grading fees, which are the most affordable in the industry, plus submitters save one way on shipping. See instructions below.


• JSA autograph authentication $10 special – In addition to on-site autograph authentication for cards, JSA is offering its renowned authentication services for sports memorabilia. Fanatics Fest NYC named JSA as its Exclusive Autograph Authentication Partner in the autograph zone, and with this partnership, you can certify any item signed at the show for just $10 per autograph. Visit the CGC x JSA booth in the autograph zone or pre-buy through the Fanatics Fest website here.


• CGC Signature Series Witnesses – Following the recent launch of CGC Signature Series show witnessed signings for cards, Fanatics Fest NYC attendees can get cards signed in the presence of a CGC representative and encapsulated with the iconic CGC Signature Series yellow label.


• Sports Trivia Wall – Think you know your sports? Play the CGC Sports Trivia Wall for a chance to win fabulous prizes and guaranteed bragging rights!


• Collector Workshop Stage panels with CGC Cards Vice President Andy Broome – CGC Cards will host multiple panels led by CGC Cards Vice President Andy Broome, who will be discussing different aspects of the hobby throughout the weekend on the Collector Workshop Stage. Learn more here.


• Surprise Guests – Who's going to be at the CGC Cards booth? You'll want to find out! Stay tuned to our social channels @CGCcards for the latest.

Keep reading for submission info…

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On-site Autograph Authentication and Card Grading

Submissions for on-site autograph authentication and card grading, including ReHolders and CrossOver submissions, can be made Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17, with WalkThrough submissions accepted until Sunday, August 18, at 12:00 p.m. ET. All you need is a free account to submit, but paid members receive discounts: 10% off for Associate and Premium members and 20% off for Elite members. Learn more and choose your membership level here.

On-site submissions are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Extremely high demand is expected, and space is limited, so submitters are encouraged to submit at the start of the show. If on-site submissions need to be cut off early, submissions will still be accepted to take back to CGC headquarters at the regular fees and turnaround times.

CGC x JSA on-site pricing for Fanatics Fest NYC

Note: First price is for card grading only; second price is the additional fee for autograph authentication.

Drop off regular submissions at the show

Cards, comics, video games and home video collectibles may be submitted at the show for all tiers and services to be taken back to CGC’s headquarters for grading. CGC’s super-affordable regular fees apply to drop-off submissions, plus you’ll save one way on shipping!

All regular submissions will be transported to CGC headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, for authentication, grading and encapsulation. The cutoff for regular submissions is 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 18. To learn more about CGC Cards services and fees, go here.

How to submit

To streamline submissions at the show, please take the following steps before arriving:

1. Create a CGC account here. All it takes is a free account to submit, and paid members get additional discounts and benefits.
2. Go to the online submission form for cards, comics, video games or home video.
3. Select “Mail-In or Show Drop-Off” to start your submission.
4. Complete the online submission form for the collectible type you are submitting and print the packing slips. Make sure your account number, shipping address, return shipping method and requested services are included on the paperwork.

Important: To ensure that your submission process stays on schedule, please place your collectibles in the order listed on the packing slip. Please bring BOTH copies of the packing slip with your collectibles to the show drop-off. Failure to do so will result in delays.

5. If you are submitting for CGC Cards on-site grading, please select "Fanatics Fest On-site Grading" on the CGC Cards online submission form. This option will be available soon.
6. Keep your collectibles safe and secure until you drop off your submission (including the packing slip) with a representative.
7. Go to the Express Drop-off sign to finalize your submission.

All submissions will be transported to CGC’s headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, for authentication, grading and encapsulation.

• To learn more about CGC services and fees for cards, click here.
• To learn more about CGC services and fees for comics, click here.
• To learn more about CGC services and fees for video games, click here.
• To learn more about CGC services and fees for home video, click here.

Tablets will be provided at the booth for submitters to use for sign-up and submission purposes.

Need more info?

• Questions for CGC Cards should be sent to [email protected].
• Questions for CGC Comics should be sent to [email protected].
• Questions for CGC Video Games should be sent to [email protected].
• Questions for CGC Home Video should be sent to [email protected].

Need More Information?

If you have any questions about connecting with us or submitting to CGC at the show, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone at 1-855-GRADE10.