IAAPA Announces Record-Breaking Numbers for IAAPA Expo Europe in Amsterdam
(eap) This year’s edition of the European leisure industry trade show IAAPA Expo Europe, which took place from Sept 24-26 this week at the RAI Convention Center in Amsterdam (Netherlands), saw its largest show floor to date (over 18,000 sqm) with over 680 companies presenting their products, solutions and services for leisure facilities of all kinds in several exhibition halls. According to the IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions), the total number of registered attendees for the conferences (started on Monday this week) and trade show was the highest ever in the history of the European IAAPA trade show, with a total of around 17,370 participants. Of these, 13,195 participants were registered as qualified buyers, representing a total of 11,529 companies (according to official IAAPA figures).
“The attractions market in Amsterdam is one of the things that makes this city an outstanding host. Its rich history of cultural landmarks that blend tradition with cutting-edge experiences, makes Amsterdam the ideal setting for this event. The record-breaking success of IAAPA Expo Europe 2024 is a testament to the unwavering support of our members, partners, and exhibitors, and we deeply appreciate their commitment to our industry,” comments Peter van der Schans, Executive Director and Vice President of IAAPA’s EMEA office in Brussels.
Jakob Wahl, President and CEO of IAAPA (headquartered in Orlando, Florida), adds, “The magnitude of IAAPA Expo Europe continues to demonstrate the positive impact of our industry and how much we can learn from each other. We are thrilled to see our community come together in person time and time again to exchange ideas and showcase the future of the attractions industry.”
The next IAAPA Expo Europe will take place from September 22 to 25, 2025 at the Fira Gran Via in Barcelona (Spain).
Find out more about exciting trends and developments for the future of the European leisure industry that we discovered for you at this year’s trade show in our next EAP Magazine issue (to be published on November 4)! ■
