This three day festival is a wonderland for the eager Beatles fan, with original, signed Beatles artwork, auctions for authentic items, live music, recordings, films and photography that will remind fans once again why they so love the Beatles. Originally begun to celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Beatles arrival to the U.S., this festival has now spread all over the country and since the 1970s has also groomed the largest Beatles mail order catalogue in the world.
The weekend starts off four miles from New York City at the Crowne Plaza Meadowlands Hotel in Secaucus, New Jersey, with the Friday Night Dance Party. This late-nigh bash will feature Liverpool, the popular Beatles cover band, raffle prizes, and a 60's to 70's costume contest, with prizes for the winners. Door prizes and live music begin at 9 pm for everyone to enjoy. Beatles Art Contest, where people bring their own art to show off.
On the last two days of the festival The Giant International Beatles Marketplace fills the arena with 100 tables of rare Beatles merchandise brought by vendors from around the world. Items such as recordings, videos, photos, books, posters, and art are some of the great finds available.
Several guests will bring their media of all kinds to share their Beatles expertise with the world. Slide presentations from Paul McCartney's personal photographer, Bill Bernstein will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to see amazing Beatles footage. Come share your excitement for the Beatles with thousands of others at The Fest for Beatles Fans.