The Official Magazine of IAAPA 
The Official Magazine of IAAPA
We are IAAPA. We connect the diverse and dynamic attractions industry, for the good of us all. Through our community, we grow and improve our people, our companies, and our industry.
IAAPA is your partner in navigating uncertainty, helping you build resilience and emerge even stronger—let’s take a closer look at key challenges and how the association can support your success.
Mark your calendar with exciting opportunities to learn and connect. From workshops to expos, it’s all here.
19-21 January 2026
Learn about the current attractions landscape and future development plans of a country with grand ambition in leisure - Morocco.
Valerie Morel leads innovation in ticketing for the leisure and attractions industry.
18-19 February 2026
An educational experience designed to promote the professionalization and sustainable development of the entertainment, tourism, and attractions industry.
Created exclusively for executives and senior leaders committed to driving growth at the highest levels of management. Launching at IAAPA Expo Middle East.
IAAPA FEC Summit is the must-attend event for Family Entertainment Center (FEC) professionals looking to elevate their business.
For nearly a century, IAAPA has been committed to developing the talent that drives the attractions industry forward. Our education programs provide professionals at every level – from students to C-suite executives – with the knowledge, skills, and connections they need to excel.
Explore the latest trends, predictions and innovations shaping the attractions industry this year. Find out which of the 2025 predictions were correct.
Your partner in navigating the complexities of the attractions industry. We champion your interests at all levels of government, providing strategic advocacy and policy leadership to empower your business to thrive in the U.S. and Canada.
Join the global attractions industry’s premier event in Hong Kong, 9 - 12 June, 2026. Network with leaders, explore innovations, and secure your spot today!
Experience the premier event for the global attractions industry, November 16 - 20, 2026.
The inaugural IAAPA Expo Middle East will take place between 30 March - 2 April in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
20-24 April 2026
Connect with industry leaders and peers at the region's largest world-class educational and networking event.
Access global resources and expertise through your IAAPA membership. Cultivate a safety-first culture where every team member contributes to protecting guests and ensuring they have an amazing experience.
Facility operators and suppliers are invited to share perspectives on markets, workforce, and business conditions. Your 10-minute response helps to build the industry perspective and unlocks early access to this report. Participate today!
IAAPA announced significant progress in strengthening federal safety and security protections for U.S. fixed-site amusement parks as unauthorized drone activity continues to pose growing risks to guests, employees and operations.
How to balance talent acquisition with job satisfaction
Operator creates a win-win solar strategy for generating renewable energy
How an attraction and a local business work together
Valerie Morel leads innovation in ticketing for the leisure and attractions industry.
How these attractions differentiate themselves
How the attractions industry can address increasing costs and shrinking margins
How Europa-Park contributes to the sustainability of live entertainment
IAAPA to host first summit in Morocco in partnership with Moroccan Agency for Tourism Development – SMIT.
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