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IAAPA APAC Trade Summit 2025
Event Details
First 50 paid registrants get a FREE Ticket* to “House of Dancing Water”!
*Valued at approx. 90 USD, and valid for September 18 only!
It’s a two-day, in-person event that includes tabletop exhibits, trade connections, education conferences and networking receptions. This is your chance to gain insights into Macau’s development landscape and learn from successful cases of the recently thriving resorts.
It's where you will propel your business forward, discover innovative new products, build lifelong connections, learn from thought-provoking speakers, and go behind the scenes to explore world-class facilities to see what's working and how you can put best practices into action at your facility. Prepare for Success at the IAAPA APAC Trade Summit!
Region:
Asia Pacific
Event Time: All Day Asia/Macau
Location: Studio City, Macau
Session Type: Connections
| PRICING | Member | Nonmember |
|---|---|---|
Regular | 459.00 | 599.00 |
Group Ticket valid for group of 3 or more | 390.00 | 509.00 |
Trade Connections Ticket* - For Facility Members Only | Included |
Please note: This package excludes access to EDUSessions, EDUTours, lunches, and receptions.
Getting on this Event
- Participate in discussions focused on facility safety, underscoring its critical role as the priority in the attractions industry.
- Gain valuable perspectives from leaders at Studio City Macau, Galaxy Macau, and Sands China on the dynamic development landscape.
- Analyze case studies that demonstrate how seasonal activations can revitalize and enhance the overall visitor experience.
- Discover groundbreaking innovations at theatre shows that are redefining performances and deepening audience engagement.
- Learn from Galaxy Macau about the integration of sustainable practices in entertainment operations, championing eco-friendly initiatives across the industry.
- Safety & Sustainability Sharing: Overview of safety protocols and sustainable practices at water park bump room.
- Operation Sharing: Insights into operational procedures of Indoor & Outdoor Water Park, Super Fun Zone and Pop-up Haunted House.
- Maintenance Sharing: Best practices for outdoor facility maintenance.
- Experience Highlights: Step inside haunted house for a spine-chilling front-of-house tour that will leave you breathless!
- Comprehensive Venue Exploration: Touring key areas of the theatre such as the auditorium, L4 rigging floor, L2 wardrobe, and LB1 diving floor.
- Theatre Overview and Technology: Introduction to the theatre's overall design and how technology enhances the show's effects.
- Costume and Makeup Insights: Walkthrough of performance costumes and makeup, highlighting their significance in the production.
- Creative and Technical Integration: Exploring the role of the aquatic department, show creativity, artistic development, and the integration of technological innovations.
- Introduction to the Show: Discover MGM's brand-new residency, where acclaimed director Zhang Yimou collaborates with MGM to present a groundbreaking show that integrates art and cutting-edge technology, transcending boundaries and time.
- Technology Demonstration: Explore the latest advancements in entertainment technology that enhance the visitor experience.
- Robot Interaction: Engage with cutting-edge robotics designed to interact with guests, showcasing the future of entertainment.
- Wardrobe Introduction: Discover the stories of costume design as intangible cultural heritage, highlighting the artistry and craftsmanship involved in creating these exceptional pieces.
Speakers
AGENDA
Tuesday | September 16
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Registration & Tabletop Connections
Location:
Studio City Ballroom, Level 3, Celebrity Tower, Studio City Macau -
Welcome Remarks
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Education Session #1
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Education Session #2
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Break & Tabletop Connections
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Education Session #3
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Networking Lunch
Location:
Spotlight, Level 2, Celebrity Tower, Studio City, Macau -
Education Session #4
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Break & Tabletop Connections
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EDUTour: Studio City Macau
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Networking Reception
End of Day 1
Wednesday | September 17
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Meet at Studio City Ballroom
Location:
Level 3, Celebrity Tower, Studio City Macau -
Welcome Remarks
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Transfer to City of Dreams - House of Dancing Water
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EDUTour: House of Dancing Water
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Transfer to Studio City Macau
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Networking Lunch
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Education Session #5
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Education Session #6
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Break & Tabletop Connections
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Education Session #7
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Roundtable Session
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Networking Reception
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Transfer to MGM
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Show Experience: MGM 2049
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Back-of-House Tour at MGM 2049
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Transfer to W Macau Studio City
End of Day 2
Travel
Expand allClick here to secure your accommodation.
The registration fee for the IAAPA APAC Trade Summit 2025 does not include accommodation and airport transfers. W Macau, Studio City is the official hotel for the event, offering a special accommodation rate secured by IAAPA.
Accommodation Rates:
For stays from September 14 to 16, 2025:
- Single Occupancy: MOP/HKD $1,000++ per night (including breakfast and taxes)
- Double Occupancy: MOP/HKD $1,100++ per night (including breakfast and taxes)
On September 17, 2025:
- Single Occupancy: MOP/HKD $1,350++ per night (including breakfast and taxes)
- Double Occupancy: MOP/HKD $1,450++ per night (including breakfast and taxes)
The deadline for securing bookings at this rate is August 28, 2025. After this date, attendees wishing to book the hotel will need to contact the hotel directly by emailing [email protected].
For any questions, please reach out to Cherry Mo at [email protected].
Book your flights and hotels for IAAPA APAC Trade Summit 2025 through Trip.com and save – 6% OFF hotels (Asia-Wide) and 2% OFF flights (Global Routes)
Discounts valid for bookings made by 31, December 2025. Terms apply.
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Trade Partner & Sponsorship Opportunities
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| Price | |
Tabletop Exhibit | Member | $2,500 |
Nonmember | $3,500 | |
The Trade Partner package includes:
- One tabletop exhibit space:
Customized draped and skirted table with two chairs
(IAAPA will provide the specifications)
* Tabletop is allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis
- One complimentary registration to IAAPA APAC Trade Summit 2025, which includes access to the education program; tabletop sessions; EDUTours; and event breakfasts, lunches, and receptions.
- Exclusive Add-On: Solution Talks ($2,000):
A 10-minute Solution Talk session provides the tabletop partners with the opportunity to present and demo their offerings to the diverse range of buyers in the APAC region. This session is exclusively available for tabletop partners and sponsors only.
For more information regarding tabletop exhibits, contact [email protected]
Pricing and Benefits
| Price |
Platinum | $6,000 |
Gold | $4,500 |
Exclusive Add-On Solution Talk | $2,000 |
The 10-minute Solution Talk session provide the tabletop partners the opportunity to present and demo their offerings to the diverse range of buyers in the APAC region. This session is exclusively available for the tabletop partners and sponsors only.
IAAPA SUMMIT BENEFITS | GOLD | PLATINUM |
Includes event registration | 1 | 2 |
Logo recognition with company link on IAAPA website | P | P |
Logo recognition on digital or printed event signage | P | P |
Logo recognition in the Know Before You Go attendee email | P | P |
Use of IAAPA sponsor icon for your social media and email signatures | P | P |
Recognition on the IAAPA Connect+ platform | P | P |
Verbal recognition of sponsors from IAAPA leadership during introduction of event | P | P |
Special mention in the monthly APAC regional newsletter |
| P |
30-second company sizzle reel video played at event |
| P |
Ability to provide promotional giveaway for attendees (IAAPA approval in advance) |
| P |
Note: Sponsor packages include the Tabletop Exhibit.
Contact [email protected] for questions related to tabletop exhibits and to contact [email protected] for questions related to sponsorship.
The Exhibitor Guide contains all the information you will need to have a successful exhibiting experience at IAAPA APAC Trade Summit 2025.
If you have questions at any time or cannot locate something, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].
General Information
Dates: Sept 16 – 17, 2025 (Tue & Wed)
On-site Set-up & Dismantle Date & Time
Date: Monday, September 15
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
Exhibitors need additional time to move-in may request an earlier slot to Cherry Mo at [email protected] by Sept 10, 2025. Requests are subject to approval and not guaranteed.
Dismantle
Date: Wednesday, September 17
Time: 17:30 -18:30 (prior to departure to MGM)
Overnight storage will be available at the Studio City Ballroom on September 17. To arrange this, please contact Cherry Mo, Manager of Meetings and Events, at [email protected] in advance.
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