It seems like it’s been forever since we were all glued to our screens watching Dawson, Joey, Pacey, and Jen navigate the messy, emotional rollercoaster that was Capeside. Well, move over nostalgia; you’re about to get a full-on flood of it. Busy Philipps just dropped the news we’ve all been waiting for: a “Dawson’s Creek” reunion is happening, and it’s happening big. Mark your calendars, because this is more than just a casual meetup… it’s a full celebration of James Van Der Beek and the show that basically defined a generation.
Busy Philipps Brings the Excitement
Busy took to Instagram to announce the event, and yep, you can practically feel her energy jumping off the screen. She wrote, “This has been months and months in the making and it’s finally all happening!!! Join us in New York City on September 22 for a memorable evening to celebrate our dear friend, James Van Der Beek.”
Her post comes with a little sparkle emoji chaos, and honestly, it feels like she’s inviting us personally to party with the Dawson gang. You know it’s going to be fun when Busy’s involved, because she always brings the hype, the laughs, and a lot of heart.
Getty (Phillip Faraone for MPTF NextGen)Tickets and Details You Need to Know
If you’re ready to snag a spot, here’s the lowdown. Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 22, 2025 at 10:00am ET, and you’ll be able to snap them up right here. The event will be in New York City, so it’s a perfect excuse to plan a little trip, maybe even a Capeside-themed weekend if you’re really going all in.
It seems like they’re keeping the evening intimate yet celebratory, which means you might actually get some close-up memories of the cast reminiscing, sharing stories, and maybe even some surprises along the way.
Getty (Brenda Chase/Online USA)What to Expect from the Reunion
While a lot of the details are still a bit under wraps, one thing is clear: this isn’t just about nostalgia… it’s a love letter to the show and its fans. Plus it’s for a charity that has become dear to all of us after James Van Der Beek’s cancer diagnosis.
Expect laughs, maybe a few tears, and definitely a lot of throwback energy.
“For the first time since the ground-breaking series wrapped, stars James Van Der Beek, Michelle Williams, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson, Mary Beth Peil, John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes, Nina Repeta, Kerr Smith, Meredith Monroe, and Busy Phillips will reunite on stage at the renowned Richard Rodgers Theatre for a live reading of the show’s iconic pilot episode to benefit F Cancer and James Van Der Beek.”
“Dawson’s Creek Class Reunion” Synopsis, via Broadway Direct
Reunions like this have a way of reminding us why we fell in love with the characters in the first place. Between Busy’s infectious excitement, James Van Der Beek getting the spotlight, and the majority of the cast on-board, it seems like the night will be a full-on celebration of friendship and fandom, along with all those “oh my god, this is so dramatic” moments we secretly loved.
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‘Dawson’s Creek’ Reunion Details are Finally Here