IAAPA Presents Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari

PRICING	Member	Nonmember
Registration Fee	199.00	399.00

PRICING

Member

Nonmember

Registration Fee

199.00

399.00

Tuesday | June 24

6:30 - 7:00pm

Check In Opens

Location:

Entrance to Holiday World (closest to Guest Relations)

7:00 - 8:00pm

Holidays in the Sky Behind the Scenes EDUTour

Get a behind the scenes peak at Holiday World’s nightly drone and fireworks show, Holidays in the Sky. Visit the launch site for the drones and learn what it takes to create and fly this amazing show.

Location:

Thanksgiving

8:00 - 9:00pm

Private Reception and Reserved Viewing Area for the Drone Show

Enjoy a private reception with fellow industry professionals featuring refreshments, networking opportunities, and exclusive access to Good Gravy!—Holiday World's vibrant and whimsical family ride experience.

Location:

Good Gravy!

8:55 - 9:10pm

Holiday in the Sky Drone & Fireworks Spectacular

Experience the magic of the night during the Holiday in the Sky Drone & Fireworks Spectacular. This breathtaking show combines synchronized drones, vibrant fireworks, and music to light up the sky in a dazzling celebration you won’t want to miss.

Location:

Good Gravy!

9:10 - 10:30pm

Exclusive Ride Time on Good Gravy! begins

Location:

Good Gravy!

9:30 - 10:30pm

Exclusive Ride Time on Voyage, Gobbler Getaway, and Thunderbird

Wednesday | June 25

8:00 - 8:10am

Arrival at the front gate of Holiday World

Location:

Holiday World Front Gate

8:15 - 9:15am

Breakfast and Presentations

Start your day with a delicious breakfast and insightful presentations in the festive atmosphere of Santa’s Merry Marketplace. Enjoy a morning filled with networking, inspiration, and holiday spirit, creating a truly memorable experience.

Learn how Holiday World executives stand out from the competition during the panel, "The Power of Free".

Location:

Santa's Merry Marketplace

Speakers

Matt Eckert President and CEO, Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari

Lauren Crosby Director of Entertainment and Events, Holiday World & Splashin' Safari

Leah Koch-Blumhardt Director of Communications, Holiday World & Splashin' Safari

9:15 - 11:45am

Behind-the-Scenes EDUTours Begin

“Cooking Up” Good Gravy! Tour

Tour the station and hear the stories behind how Holiday World “cooked up” the idea for Good Gravy!, brought it to life, and got everyone interested.

Splashin’ Safari Tour

Learn how Splashin’ Safari has grown over the years and what it takes to operate one of the nation’s top water parks.

HR Presentation
Learn how the Holiday World HR team hires 2,000 seasonal employees, both domestic and international, and what it takes to keep them engaged.

Location:

Leaving from Santa's Merry Marketplace

11:45am - 12:45pm

Lunch & Closing Remarks

Enjoy a relaxing lunch with colleagues, reflecting on the day's highlights, followed by closing remarks that offer key takeaways and insights.

Location:

Picnic Grove

12:45 - 8:00pm

Explore Holiday World

Discover all that Holiday World & Splashin' Safari has to offer, from thrilling rides to family-friendly attractions and entertainment. Take time to explore the park’s unique themed areas and experience its renowned hospitality at your own pace.