IAAPA Expo Europe 2026, held in London, brought together attraction industry professionals from around the world. Taking part in the event, the ATRAX team introduced its 2027 edition and met with industry representatives to explore new business connections and opportunities.
One of the key gatherings for the vending industry, Vendex, is heading to Amsterdam for the first time this year, expanding beyond the United Kingdom. Vendex Amsterdam will take place on 30 September 2026 at EXPO Greater Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
Universal Beijing Resort has announced two new experiences as part of its fifth anniversary celebrations. A new Fast & Furious-themed indoor thrill ride and a new nighttime spectacular planned for the Lagoon will expand the resort’s attractions portfolio in the coming period.
Istanbul is preparing to once again bring together national and international representatives of the tourism industry. The International Istanbul Tourism Expo (ITF 2026) will take place on September 24–25 at the Yenikapı Eurasia Show and Art Center.
Istanbul is once again hosting the QNB Istanbul Challenger – TED Open, one of the long-established tournaments in the tennis world. Held for the 78th time this year, the tournament brings together professional tennis players from around the world on the courts of the TED Sports Club from September 5–13.
The world-famous The Bodyguard musical is coming to Istanbul for its first stage performances in Türkiye. Adapted from the iconic 1992 film, the production will meet theatergoers at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Stage from September 11 to 20.
The PSB Anatolia Expo, which has become an international brand in the fields of landscaping, ornamental plants, and garden arts, is preparing to open its doors for the 9th time this year. Taking place from September 9–12, 2026, at the unique location of Sapanca Kırkpınar Coast in Sakarya, surrounded by nature, the event will bring industry stakeholders together under one roof with the motto “Discover the Innovations.” The exhibitions grand opening ceremony will be held at the expo grounds on Wednesday, September 9, at 10:00 a.m.
The 18th GTI China Expo is set to kick off in Guangzhou as digital technology continues to empower the cultural tourism industry and the traditional amusement sector embraces digital-physical integration, a new wave of industry transformation is coming to Guangzhou. The 18th GTI China Expo will be held from September 10 to 12 at Area A, China Import & Export Expo Complex, Guangzhou.
Industry Representatives Gather in Istanbul Hosted by İPAR and Sponsored by Globalpark Leading representatives of the attractions, adventure, and playground industry came together at a special gathering themed “Safety Is Everyone’s Responsibility,” hosted by İPAR (Association of Adventure and Playgrounds) and sponsored by Globalpark.
A new shopping and lifestyle center has opened in Istanbul’s Florya district. Koru Florya began welcoming visitors on August 30, adding a new destination to the area’s retail, gastronomy, and social life.
Leisure Japan 2026, one of Japan’s major trade events for the leisure, attractions, and amusement industries, is opening its doors to international exhibitors. The event will bring together professionals from theme parks, attractions facilities, commercial spaces, tourism destinations, and related industries, offering international companies the opportunity to establish new business connections in the Japanese market.
Artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data centers, fintech, and the entrepreneurship ecosystem will come together under one roof in Istanbul. GITEX AI Türkiye will bring together different players from the technology industry on September 9–10.
The countdown is on for COTALAND, the new attractions destination rising next to Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. After a long development process, the destination is set to open its doors to visitors on September 26, 2026.
Bauma CHINA 2026, with the Turkish Association of Construction Equipment Distributors and Manufacturers (İMDER) among its international cooperation partners, is preparing to bring Asia’s construction and construction machinery industry together once again in Shanghai. For the first time in its 2026 edition, the event will be held across two separate exhibition centers and will become one of the industry’s major global meeting points, featuring approximately 400,000 square meters of exhibition space and more than 4,000 exhibitors.
IFA Berlin 2026, one of the world’s largest events for consumer electronics and home technologies, will take place at Messe Berlin from September 4–8. Artificial intelligence, robotics, smart living, mobility, and digital experience technologies will be among the key highlights of the event.
TEKNOFEST Blue Homeland opened its doors to visitors on August 20 at Gölcük Naval Shipyard Command. Running through August 23, the festival brings together maritime and underwater technologies, technology competitions, exhibitions, science workshops, as well as naval and aerial demonstrations and a wide range of other activities.
Coffee Europe Expo, the rising B2B platform for Europe’s coffee industry, is set to open its doors in Warsaw for its second edition from September 15–17, 2026. Covering a broad ecosystem ranging from specialty coffee to professional equipment and automation technologies, the expo aims to become the new meeting point for Europe’s coffee market.
Saudi Industrial Expo 2026, focusing on Saudi Arabia’s accelerating industrial investments, will be held at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center from August 30 to September 1, 2026.
The international event series TEA Explores by the Themed Attractions Association will bring industry professionals together in Istanbul for the first time on October 15–16, 2026. Taking place with DOF Robotics as the main sponsor, the two day program will bring together key players from Türkiye’s attractions and attractions industry with international industry professionals.
IAAPA Expo Asia, one of the leading gatherings for the attractions industry in the Asia-Pacific region, will take place in Osaka, Japan, in 2027. Initial figures released following the 2026 edition indicate that preparations for the Osaka event are already gaining momentum . Bringing together amusement parks, theme parks, water parks, family attractions centers, and other attractions businesses from across the Asia-Pacific region, IAAPA Expo Asia will move to Japan in 2027.
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, the world’s largest official Disney gathering, is set to take place in Anaheim, California, on August 14–16.
AQUALAND, taking place as part of ATRAX at Istanbul Expo Center from January 15–17, 2027, will bring together the pool, spa, landscaping, and outdoor living industries on an international platform.
The countdown has begun for IAAPA Expo Europe 2026, taking place 21–25 September 2026 in London. Europe’s leading trade show for the attractions and leisure industry is preparing to welcome professionals from around the world with its largest edition ever.
Tureks International Exhibition, organizer of ATRAX Expo, is relaunching its long-standing ATRAX STAR Awards under a new identity: ATRAX CITY AURA AWARD. With an expanded scope, renewed vision, and stronger international focus, the program will recognize outstanding projects, products, and solutions that enhance urban life and create memorable experiences.