IAAPI Amusement Expo 2026 is set to commence from March 10 to 12, 2026
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The expo is said to attract over 200 exhibitors from India and more than 10 overseas nations, along with 43 new companies.
The Indian Association of Amusement Parks and Industries (IAAPI) announces the 24th edition of the IAAPI Amusement Expo to be held from March 10 to 12, 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), Goregaon, Mumbai. The expo is supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, under the banner “Incredible India”, and with Telangana and Madhya Pradesh Tourism as the Partner State.
The expo is spread across 15,000 square meters of exhibition space, the three‑day event serves as technology show for the amusement and theme park sector. It will feature a comprehensive showcase of amusement rides, water park slides, arcade innovations, and cutting‑edge digital attractions from over 200 exhibitors from India and more than 10 overseas nations, including the Australia, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Turkey, United Arab Emirates (UAE), United Kingdom (UK), USA. 43 new companies will be showcasing innovations at the expo.
This expo is expected to provide new ideas and concepts on creating tourism destinations and recreational zones for children, youth along with their families. This expo will attract investors and trade professionals from amusement, theme, adventure, and water parks, indoor amusement centres, resorts, real estate, mall developer, hotel chains.
The expo will feature IAC Connect conference, a platform for investors, park operators, and industry professionals to foster collaborative growth, and Safety Conclave, a platform for global experts to discuss and establish world-class safety standards, risk management protocols, and sustainable operational practices for amusement parks and indoor centres across the region.
Ankur Maheshwary, Chairman of IAAPI, said, “With the 24th IAAPI Amusement Expo, we are not just showcasing cutting-edge innovation; we are actively building the foundation for the sector's future. Through critical initiatives like the Safety Conclave and IAC Connect, we are deeply committed to elevating operational standards and fostering strategic partnerships. This expo is a testament to India's rapid emergence as a global powerhouse in world-class leisure and entertainment.”
The Indian amusement industry has transformed into a high-potential sector central to the nation's tourism economy. The sector is experiencing rapid expansion fuelled by rising disposable incomes, urbanisation, and a growing domestic appetite for world-class entertainment. Collectively pegged at INR 11,500 crore in 2023, the market is aggressively tracking toward the INR 22,000 crore mark by 2030.
