Indoor Entertainment Day

Join us for a day of exploration and connection at Indoor Entertainment Day. Tailored for enthusiasts and professionals in the indoor leisure industry, Family Entertainment Centers (FEC)/Small Park/Indoor Playground, this event is an essential gathering for anyone involved in or interested in the operation of indoor entertainment venues. Our focus spans a wide array of attractions including indoor playgrounds, mini-golf, laser tag, bowling alleys, trampoline parks, climbing centers, escape rooms, and virtual reality (VR) experiences. Whether you manage a facility catering to children, adults, or families, operate a standalone venue or a multi-activity enterprise, or oversee a small attraction within a larger business, this day is crafted for you.

Discover industry best practices, gain insights, and share knowledge on enhancing the visitor experience and operational efficiency in your venue. The Amsterdam edition of this event will feature exclusive tours of several leading indoor entertainment facilities located in the heart of the city, providing a unique opportunity to see successful operations up close. The day will conclude with a networking reception, offering the chance to connect with peers, share experiences, and forge new relationships in the vibrant setting of Amsterdam. Don't miss this opportunity to inspire and be inspired, all while exploring the dynamic world of indoor leisure in one of Europe's most iconic cities.

Schedule:

08:00 - 08:30 - Registration and Welcome Coffee at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Amsterdam

08:30 - 08:45 - Welcome by IAAPA - Trends in Indoor Entertainment - Duncan Phillips

08:45 - 09:15 - Events in FEC for every budget - John Ruisch

09:15 - 09:45 - Not just for the giants: How big commercial opportunities can work for you - Graham Speak

09:45 - 10:15 - Coffee Break

10:15 - 10:45 - The Journey of The Park Playground in the VR Experience Economy - Peter Vindevogel

10:45 - 11:15 - Panel – Operators

11:15 - 11:45 - Transfer to the Boat

11:45 - 13:00 - Boat Lunch

13:00 - 13:15 - Transfer to the EDUtour Locations

13:15 - 13:45 - EDUTour Rotating Between A’dam Lookout and This is Holland (2 Groups)

13:45 - 14:00 - Transfer

14:00 - 14:30 - EDUTour Rotating Between A’dam Lookout and This is Holland (2 Groups)

14:30 - 15:15 - Transfer to City Center

15:15 - 15:45 - EDUTour 1 Rotating Between Sherlocked, Madame Tussauds, Dungeon, and Ripley's

15:45 - 16:15 - Transfer + Coffee Break at Ripley's

16:15 - 16:45 - EDUTour 2 Rotating Between Sherlocked, Madame Tussauds, Dungeon, and Ripley's

16:45 - 17:00 - Transfer

17:00 - 17:30 - EDUTour 3 Rotating Between Sherlocked, Madame Tussauds, Dungeon, and Ripley's

17:30 - 17:45 - Transfer to city center

17:45 - 18:15 - EDUTour 4 Rotating Between Sherlocked, Madame Tussauds, Dungeon, and Ripley's

18:15 - 18:45 - Transfer to the All Out

18:45 - 20:00 - Networking Reception at the All Out and Visit The Upside Down