Event Details
Join fellow theme park and amusement park professionals for two days of learning, valuable networking, and exclusive behind-the-scenes.
Take part in an education programme created for theme park and amusement park professionals, covering key industry topics including workforce management, guest experience, accessibility, sustainability, storytelling, and innovation.
Participants will visits two of leading destinations, Disneyland Paris and Parc Astérix, offering a unique opportunity to see best practices in action and learn directly from industry-leading operators.
Download the IAAPA Theme Park Summit 2026 Connections Agreement
For inquiries about Sponsorship, please contact Rosa Ciloglu at [email protected].
Press and Social Media Influencers are not eligible to join this event.
Ticket Required
Region:
Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa
Event Time:
December 14, 2026 - December 15, 2026 | All Day CET
Venue:
In-Person
Location:
Paris and Region
Address:
77700 Paris
France
Session Type:
Connections
Pricing Details
| PRICING | Member | Nonmember |
|---|---|---|
Facility/ Individual/ Student | 649.00 | 1199.00 |
Manufacturer and Suppliers | 699.00 | 1199.00 |
Accommodation is not included in any of the packages.
Press and Social Media Influencers are not eligible to join this event.
AGENDA
Monday | December 14
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Registration and Lunch
Location:
Parc Astérix
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Welcome Presentation
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EDUTalk: Why What we do Matters
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EDUTalk: Building the Seasonal Workforce Behind Great Guest Experiences
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Coffee Break
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Panel: Designing Parks for Everyone: Inclusion & Accessibility in Practice
Creating truly inclusive parks and attractions means designing experiences that can be enjoyed by everyone. This panel will explore practical approaches to accessibility, from designing inclusive rides and attractions to creating seamless guest journeys through both physical and virtual queuing systems. Experts will discuss the needs of visitors with visible and hidden disabilities, as well as the challenges of accommodating a wide range of physical, sensory, cognitive and neurodiverse needs within a single environment. The discussion will examine key design considerations, operational challenges, and ways to balance accessibility, safety and guest experience.
Speakers
David Jungmann, ICAP Business Development Director, Accesso
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Preparation for EDUTour
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EDUTour Parc Astérix
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Welcome Reception and Dinner
Tuesday | December 15
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Welcome Coffee
Location:
Parc Astérix
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EDUTalk: Sustainability in Operations: Switching from Single-Use Products to Reusable Items Without Compromising the Guest Experience
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EDUTalk: The Unseen Superpower of Experience Design- How Storytelling with Sound Captivates Audiences
A picture is worth a thousand words. But sound is worth a thousand pictures.
In this session, we'll explore untapped potentials of how sound drives immersion, storytelling, guest behavior, and accessibility across themed and experiential environments.
Through real-world examples and practical insights, you'll discover why sound should be integrated into the creative process from the start.
Speakers
Ana Monte Co-Founder and Creative Director, DELTA Soundworks
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Panel: Doing More With Less. Creativity and Innovation on a Limited Budget
This panel will explore how theme parks can deliver compelling storytelling, impactful theming and high-quality experiences while working within budget constraints. Industry experts will share practical strategies for maximising creativity, making smart design decisions and prioritising investments that deliver the greatest value for guests. From innovative use of existing assets and phased development plans to cost-effective design solutions and technology integration, the discussion will showcase how constraints can often become catalysts for innovation. Attendees will gain valuable insights into balancing ambition with affordability, ensuring that limited budgets do not limit imagination or guest satisfaction.
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Networking Lunch
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Transfer to Disneyland Paris
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Welcome Speech and Keynote Session
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EDUTour: Disneyland Paris
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Networking Dinner
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Free Time in the Park - Cascade of Lights
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Transfer to Parc Astérix
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