Indian Association of Amusement Parks and Industries Expo 2026 will be held from March 10 to 12
The 24th edition of the Indian Association of Amusement Parks and Industries (IAAPI) Expo 2026 will be held from March 10 to 12, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, bringing together stakeholders from India’s amusement and entertainment industry.
In a press statement, IAAPI says that the three-day event will cover about 15,000 sqm of exhibition space and will showcase products and technologies used in amusement parks, water parks and indoor entertainment centres.
The statement adds that more than 200 exhibitors from India and over 10 countries are expected to participate. Countries represented include the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Germany and China.
The exhibition will include amusement rides, water park slides, arcade games and digital entertainment technologies. The organisers say 43 companies will be participating in the expo for the first time.
The event will also host industry discussions and networking programmes. These include the IAC Connect conference, which will focus on technology trends, consumer behaviour and business opportunities in the amusement sector.
A ‘Safety Conclave’ will also be organised to discuss operational safety standards, risk management and industry practices in amusement parks and indoor entertainment facilities.
According to organisers, the event will attract investors, park operators and businesses from sectors such as theme parks, water parks, resorts, real estate development, malls and hotel chains.
Ankur Maheshwary
The organisers say the expo will provide a platform for companies to present new technologies and business models for amusement parks and recreational destinations, while enabling industry players to explore investment and partnership opportunities in the sector.
According to statement, the expo is supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India under the “Incredible India” banner, with Telangana and Madhya Pradesh participating as partner states.
“The Indian amusement industry is at an exciting inflection point, projected to nearly double in size to INR 220 billion by 2030. 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,” says Ankur Maheshwary, Chairman of IAAPI.