Messe Berlin Exhibition Center | BERLIN, GERMANYCONFERENCE: 24–28 Sept. 2017 | TRADE SHOW: 26–28 Sept. 2017

www.IAAPA.org/EAS

OFOF

WHERE THE

FUNBEGINS

WHERE THE

FUNBEGINS

WHERE THE

FUNBEGINS

OFBUSINESSBUSINESSBUSINESS

EURO ATTRACTIONS SHOW 2017THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF AMUSEMENT PARKS AND ATTRACTIONS PRESENTS

20+educational

seminars

BERLIN,GERMANYEvery year, the leaders of the leisure, attractions, tourism, and entertainment industries come together to showcase innovative products and services at Euro Attractions Show (EAS). This premier event is known for its robust trade show floor offerings, high-quality educational sessions, and vast networking opportunities. As 2017’s host city, Berlin offers attendees throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond industry-specific information through best practices as well as inspiration from new trends.

TRADE SHOW FLOOR

With an expansive footprint, the EAS 2017 show floor boasts more than 500 exhibiting companies from around the world, representing more than 130 product categories. As the foundation of EAS 2017, the trade show floor offers attendees the chance to gain a first look at some of the up-and-coming products, services, and technologies in the industry.

EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS

EAS is known throughout the attractions community for its practical educational sessions that leverage real-world industry professionals as speakers. Designed to inspire and inform, these sessions bring together all fields, levels, and professions active in the industry to gain valuable insights into improving operations, enhancing the park experience, and growing business.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIESHarnessing the power of the local attractions community, Berlin offers a progressive and innovative destination that is the perfect platform for networking events. Take advantage of a variety of networking opportunities that will be available throughout the show, from the opening reception to lunch and learns.

THE BEST OPPORTUNITIES BEGIN IN

11,000industry

professionals 500+exhibiting companies

12,000+net square meters

of exhibit space

MAKE EAS 2017 YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP for all the tools you need to create a fun, safe, and unforgettable experience for your guests by meeting with exhibitors showcasing:

• Admission/Financial Equipment

• Coin-Operated Machines

• Computer Systems/Software

• Costumes

• Decorations, Displays, and Sets

• Facility and Grounds

• Food and Beverages

• Games and Devices

• Gifts, Novelties, Souvenirs

• Hi-Tech Equipment and Services

• Insurance

• Leisure Consultants

• Leisure Development and Construction

• Participatory Play Equipment

• People-Moving Equipment

• Photography Solutions

• Rides (including family rides, thrill rides, children’s rides, roller coasters, and more)

• Security Equipment

• Shows/Productions

• Theatrical Equipment and Supplies

• Themed Equipment

• Trade Association Services

• Trade Publication Possibilities

• Water-Related Equipment and Supplies

EAS 2017 is where industry professionals in the leisure and attractions industries come to find the solutions and partnerships they need to balance guest expectations with the realities of running a smart and profitable business. With the show’s extensive offerings, it is the perfect event for industry newcomers as well as those who have worked in the field for a long time. Small parks, large parks, middle-managers, and CEOs alike are all guaranteed to walk away from EAS 2017 with practical knowledge and industry connections to amplify business.

In addition to the new and exciting attractions at EAS 2017, the host city of Berlin is a global hub for tourism, attracting more than 12 million visitors a year to its many museums, activities, parks, and gardens, making it the ideal backdrop for the biggest European business event for the leisure and attractions industry.

ATTEND EAS 2017 TO:1 Learn about industry best practices, current trends, and future

developments.

2 Network with and learn from key leaders in the industry.

3 Take advantage of having an entire industry in one place at one time.

4 Get a first look at new products and technologies that will help grow your business.

5 Explore one of the world’s most historic cities, bursting with creativity.

WHYSHOULDYOU ATTEND?

Parks + AttractionsAmusement parks, water parks, family entertainment centres

History + Education Museums, science centres, zoos and aquariums, eco attractions

Tourism + LeisureResorts, hotels, cruise lines, transportation, city attractions

Entertainment + EventsConcert venues, sports arenas, festival sites, carnivals, fairs, showmen

WHOWILL BE THERE?As the largest European trade show for the attractions industry, attendees and exhibitors from a wide variety of backgrounds will be in attendance. Operators, suppliers, manufacturers, investors, developers, and industry newcomers will all be showcasing new offerings, valuable insights, and opportunities for growth.

REPRESENTED GROUPS INCLUDE:

EAS is proud to call Berlin — a modern, exciting city with deep, historical roots — home for 2017. With a strong MADE IN GERMANY manufacturing presence and a reputation for hospitality, Berlin carries a solid identity Germans and visitors alike can be proud to experience. Its innovative culture that encourages alternative and fresh views makes Berlin the ideal place to bring the attractions industry professionals together.

IMMERSE YOURSELF in one of Berlin’s 175 culturally rich museums whose collections range from historical artifacts to contemporary art.

DUST OFF YOUR HISTORY BOOKS and take a tour through some of the world’s most well-known historical sites, including the Reichstag Building, the Memorial of the Berlin Wall, and the Brandenburg Gate.

EXPLORE THE MULTICULTURAL METROPOLIS and blend in with the locals while sipping coffee at a café, having a beer in a beer garden, or staying up socializing well beyond bedtime.

With an active leisure culture and some of the highest operating numbers for leisure attractions throughout Europe, Germany offers a variety of thrilling parks and attractions — many of which will host events during EAS 2017:

FILMPARK BABELSBERGOnly 30 minutes away from Berlin’s city centre, Filmpark Babelsberg is a working film studio that offers an inside look at the film industry: sets, props, costumes, stunts, and more. Experience high-tech cinematic rides or sit in on a variety of stunt shows in this movie-based park.

HEIDE PARK RESORTMerlin Entertainments’ Heide Park Resort — just a three-hour drive from Berlin — is Northern Germany’s largest amusement park. Appealing to all ages, this theme park boasts one of the highest wooden roller coasters in the world, Germany’s first dive coaster, theme areas, stunts, acrobatics, dolphin and sea lion shows, and more.

KARLS ERLEBNIS DORFSituated in the Berlin Brandenburg area, Karls Erlebnishof Elstal is a family-owned attraction named after Grandfather Karl who specialized in the cultivation of strawberries. Visitors near and far enjoy the family’s seven farm playgrounds where delicious food and beverages can be enjoyed.

MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS’ CITY ATTRACTIONSLocated in Berlin, just down the road from the Brandenburg Gate, Merlin Entertainments’ Madame Tussauds pays homage to some of the world’s most notable people, including Albert Einstein and Sigmund Freud. Additionally, experience STAR WARS at Madame Tussauds Berlin for a glimpse at your favorite heroes and villains.

TROPICAL ISLANDSLocated just one hour south of Berlin, Tropical Islands Resort is a tropical theme park getaway for the whole family, including spas and saunas for adults, adventure fun for children, and a wide range of unique accommodations — from rooms to lodges to tents. Additionally, Tropical Islands Resort is home to the world’s largest indoor water park.

BERLIN?WHYBUSINESSOF FUN HEADS TO BERLIN

THE

MESSE BERLIN EXHIBITION CENTER EAS 2017 will be held at Messe Berlin

Exhibition Center, a trade fair center that hosts more than 100 regional, national, and international events each year.

Situated close to the city center, the location of the Exhibition grounds offers easy access via the city motorway to many

of the city’s attractions as well as Berlin’s international airports.

VISIT www.IAAPA.org/EAS FOR MORE INFORMATION OR CONTACT THE IAAPA EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA TEAM:

EAS is owned and produced by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA). IAAPA is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide. Founded in 1918, it is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions, and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the amusement industry. IAAPA represents more than 5,300 attractions, suppliers, and individual members from 99 countries. The association’s global headquarters office is in the United

States. The association maintains regional offices in Brussels, Hong Kong, Mexico City, and Orlando.

www.IAAPA.org

Messe Berlin Exhibition Center | BERLIN, GERMANYCONFERENCE: 24–28 Sept. 2017 | TRADE SHOW: 26–28 Sept. 2017

www.IAAPA.org/EAS

EURO ATTRACTIONS SHOW 2017

REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 2017!

Karen StaleySenior Vice Presidentkstaley@IAAPA.org+32 492 72 02 68

Jeroen VerrezenMarketing Managerjverrezen@IAAPA.org +32 492 72 02 67