BagelFest 2025 is set to return to New York City , taking over Citi Field on Sunday, November 16, with a global lineup of competitors and new award categories that promise higher stakes than ever before. Presented by King Arthur Baking Company, the one-day festival will bring together more than 2,000 bagel enthusiasts, industry insiders, and media representatives for a celebration of one of the world’s most beloved baked goods.
This year’s festival features 25 top bagel makers from across the globe. Competitors are flying in from Madrid, Honolulu, Montreal, and multiple U.S. cities, including Dallas, Seattle, New Orleans, Atlanta, and New York City. The international and domestic roster highlights the global influence of bagel culture in 2025, giving attendees a rare opportunity to tast