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Biggest theme park expo in the world returns to Orange County

11/25/2024 4:21:00 PM|

Booths are set up for this year’s International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Expo, or IAAPA, at the Orange County Convention Center.

Welcome to IAAPA Expo!

11/25/2024 4:14:00 PM|

IAAPA Expo 2024 is now well underway as those here in Orlando have risen to Day 2 of the sprawling show at the Orange County Convention Center. RePlay has been feverishly traversing the show floor to see what’s new, meet with industry pals and get photos of all of the above. Be sure to check out the full coverage in our December issue. To be certain, the trade is thriving if IAAPA attendance is any indication!

IAAPA Expo 2024 Kicks off with New Ride Announcements and Plenty of Traffic

11/25/2024 4:11:00 PM|

The parking lot was full from the starting gun at the 2024 IAAPA Trade Show. People from all over the world attend the convention and trade show at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. There are over 500,000 square feet of exhibition space and more than 1,100 vendors in total, showcasing everything for the amusement industry.

IAAPA Expo 2024 opens to attractions industry professionals in Orlando

11/25/2024 4:01:00 PM|

IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has opened IAAPA Expo 2024 to visitors at the Orange County Convention Center.

Five on the floor: A sampler of IAAPA Expo vendors

11/25/2024 3:59:00 PM|

The exhibit floor of IAAPA Expo is jammed-packed with vendors looking to sell everything from wee key chains to monster thrill rides, all in a wide-open atmosphere. Participants are surrounded by sights and sounds, by animatronics and aromas, by arcade games and famous names.

SunRail Expansion to OCCC moving into next phase

11/22/2024 3:53:00 PM|

Florida transportation leaders say they are moving toward the next step in opening a SunRail route between Orlando International Airport and the Orange County Convention Center, but that rail line is still years away.

Orlando remains a top choice for meeting planners

11/22/2024 3:47:00 PM|

The Orange County Convention Center is known as "The Center of Hospitality." PIctured: Breakfast is served at the Executive Client Advisory Committee event.

Surf Expo anticipating bigger show for January

11/22/2024 3:36:00 PM|

Surf Expo January is just around the corner and the brand lineup is already impressive. Some notable names that are either returning to the show after an absence, increasing their booth space, or exhibiting for the first time include Olukai, melin, goodr, Outerknown, Salt Life, Sector 9, Reef, Grundens and many more.

Cutting Edge Technology, Immersive Experiences & Cautious Optimism: Amusement Industry Ready for IAAPA Expo 2024

11/22/2024 3:09:00 PM|

The hurricane season may have shown little mercy on Florida in October, but IAAPA, headquartered in Orlando, remained steadfast in completing preparations for IAAPA Expo 2024. The global attractions industry's premier event, IAAPA EXPO 2024 is set to take place at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Florida

All the theme park ride vehicles unveiled at IAAPA Expo 2024

11/22/2024 3:00:00 PM|

IAAPA Expo 2024 provided an occasion for theme parks and manufacturers to unveil ride vehicles for upcoming attractions.

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