IAAPA has confirmed it is cancelling the 2020 trade show due to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, from November 17-20.
The cause is, of course, the Covid-19 pandemic said the organisation from its Florida HQ. It also announced that it is launching a new virtual conference for the global attractions industry so that they can still take part in many of the educational sessions that were planned to coincide with the show.
“IAAPA Expo serves as the global marketplace for the attractions industry. We recognise this year there are many challenges facing our members from around the world,” said Hal McEvoy, president and CEO of IAAPA.
“Together with input from members, exhibitors, the IAAPA board of directors and our team, we have decided to cancel this year’s expo due to the ongoing impacts of Covid-19. The continuing barriers to international and domestic travel coupled with the evolving guidance on mass gatherings and members’ need to focus on their businesses helped lead to this decision.”
“While we are disappointed we are unable to meet in person this year, we are already looking ahead to IAAPA Expo 2021 in Orlando,” McEvoy continued. “We also appreciate the patience, support and commitment from our dedicated IAAPA Expo exhibitors.
"The IAAPA team has already pivoted to address finding new ways industry manufacturers and suppliers can connect with their customers to promote their products, discover new trends and make plans for the future.”
Exhibitors contracted to the 2020 show should contact the organisation to discuss options.
