# IAAPA Expo Asia Coming to Hong Kong

**Source:** Replay Magazine  
**Type:** article  
**Published:** 2026-04-28  
**Beat:** Pinball

**URL:** https://www.replaymag.com/iaapa-expo-asia-coming-to-hong-kong/

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## Analysis

IAAPA Expo Asia 2025 is scheduled for June 9-12 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, with over 300 exhibitors expected. The event will feature a new 'Connections Hub' designed for networking and knowledge-sharing among theme park, FEC, and attractions industry professionals.

### Key Claims

- [HIGH] IAAPA Expo Asia will take place June 9-12 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre — _Official announcement in Replay Magazine_
- [HIGH] More than 300 exhibitors are expected at the show — _Official event organizers statement_
- [HIGH] A new 'Connections Hub' will serve as a networking and knowledge-sharing space at the expo — _Official event organizers statement_

### Notable Quotes

> "Developed with operators in mind, the hub will host interactive discussions, peer-to-peer learning opportunities, and conversations focused on solving real-world operational challenges facing attractions across the region."
> — **IAAPA Expo organizers**
> _Describes the strategic focus of the Connections Hub on operator-centric learning and problem-solving._

### Entities

| Name | Type | Context |
|------|------|---------|
| IAAPA Expo Asia | event | International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions trade show scheduled for June 9-12 in Hong Kong |
| Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre | organization | Venue hosting IAAPA Expo Asia |
| IAAPA | organization | International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions |

### Signals

- **[event_signal]** IAAPA Expo Asia dates and location confirmed for June 2025 with 300+ exhibitors expected. New networking infrastructure (Connections Hub) indicates focus on operator engagement and regional market development. (confidence: high) — Official announcement specifying dates, venue, exhibitor count, and new networking feature
- **[venue_signal]** Large-scale Asia-Pacific industry expo attracting theme parks, water parks, resorts, FECs and attractions professionals, indicating significant market activity in the region. (confidence: high) — Event designed for executives and professionals from theme parks, water parks, resorts, FECs and other venues

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## Transcript

The agenda is now set for IAAPA Expo Asia, which will take place from June 9-12 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. More than 300 exhibitors are expected at the show, which draws executives and professionals from theme parks, water parks, resorts, FECs and other such venues. The new “Connections Hub” will serve as a networking and knowledge-sharing space “designed to encourage collaboration among industry professionals.” Organizers added: “Developed with operators in mind, the hub will host interactive discussions, peer-to-peer learning opportunities, and conversations focused on solving real-world operational challenges facing attractions across the region.” Click here to register and learn more.

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*Exported from Journalist Tool on 2026-06-06 | Item ID: a96a6e51-a619-45bf-afe3-d4e3bf298a00*