Value proposition

The Global Association for the Attractions Industry

IAAPA is a diverse and dynamic community of global attractions professionals. As the largest international trade association for permanently located attractions, IAAPA unifies the attractions community, connects people to learn and grow together, and strives to promote the highest professional standards for excellence and safety around the world.

Founded in 1918, IAAPA represents more than 5,000 attraction, supplier, and individual members around the world. Members include professionals from amusement parks, theme parks, attractions, water parks, resorts, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, resorts, cruise lines, science centers, museums, manufacturers, and suppliers.

The association's global headquarters and North America office is in Orlando, Florida, US. IAAPA also maintains offices in Brussels, Belgium; Hong Kong, China; Shanghai, China; and Mexico City, Mexico.

Advancing Safe Operations Globally, Attractions Industry Education, Attractions Industry Advocacy, Professional Networking, Trade Show and Conferences, and Promotion of the Attractions Industry