• A Global Showcase: New York BagelFest 2025 will be held at Citi Field, featuring 25 elite bagel makers from around the world, including New York, Madrid, Honolulu, and Montreal.
• A Proven Career Launchpad: The festival is recognized for catapulting winners to stardom, with past victors achieving national expansion and James Beard award nominations.
• Enhanced Attendee Experience: Guests will enjoy unlimited tastings from all vendors, including premier gluten-free options, and can participate by voting for the People’s Choice Award.
• New Growth and Engagement: This year introduces the BagelFest Growth Lab to mentor new talent and a nationwide sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip to the event.

The love for bagels is going global, and it all culminates this November at the iconic Citi Field. The 2025 New York BagelFest is shaping up to be an unparalleled culinary event, bringing together 25 of the world’s most acclaimed bagel makers for a one-day celebration of flavor and craftsmanship. This is more than just a food festival; it has become a crucial launchpad for culinary careers.

Past winners have seen extraordinary success, like PopUp Bagels, which is planning a massive national expansion, and Starship Bagel of Dallas, which earned a prestigious James Beard nomination after its win. This year, the stakes are even higher as bakers from as far as Madrid, Honolulu, and Montreal join celebrated shops from across the U.S. to compete for top honors.

Attendees are in for an incredible experience, with opportunities for unlimited tastings that showcase a diverse range of styles. The lineup features New York legends like Utopia Bagels and Ess-a-Bagel alongside international trendsetters, ensuring a rich and varied tasting journey. In a wonderful move toward inclusivity, the renowned gluten-free bakery Modern Bread & Bagel will also be participating. Beyond the bagels, guests can enjoy accompaniments from other beloved brands like Acme Smoked Fish and Mike’s Hot Honey. The event also features exciting competitions, including the World Bagel Rolling Championship, and new initiatives like the BagelFest Growth Lab, an incubator for emerging talent. With a nationwide sweepstakes offering a trip to the festival, BagelFest is solidifying its position as the world’s premier celebration of the bagel.