IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals –...

Name: IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals –...
Start: 2026-04-03
Location: Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

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Date

3 Apr (Friday)

Time

Fri 3 – Sun 5 Apr

Venue

Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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The IAAPA Expo Middle East 2026, which was originally scheduled to include the IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals (IAP) from March 30 to April 2, 2026, in Abu Dhabi, has been postponed. The event is now rescheduled to take place from April 12–15, 2027, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

The IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals is a core component of the expo's educational programming. While the physical event in Abu Dhabi is moved to 2027, the institute typically offers:

Would you like details on other IAAPA professional development programs or upcoming global expos scheduled for later in 2026?

Event Update and Rescheduling

Professional Development & Institutes

Important Information for Registered Participants

•Original Dates: March 30 – April 2, 2026.

•New Dates: April 12 – 15, 2027.

•Location: ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.

•ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

•Reason for Postponement: The IAAPA Board of Directors decided to delay the inaugural event after monitoring the regional situation to prioritize the safety of members and attendees.

•Structured Learning: Intensive sessions covering finance, leadership, facility operations, and marketing.

•Certification: Participants earn credit hours toward IAAPA Certification (ICAE).

•Experience: The program often includes "EDUTours" for behind-the-scenes access to world-class attractions like SeaWorld Yas Island and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi.

•Refunds: All existing registrations for the 2026 event and special sessions (including the Institute) are being automatically canceled and fully refunded.

•Future Registration: Registration for the rescheduled April 2027 event is expected to open in Q4 2026.

•Contact: For specific inquiries regarding previous bookings or the new schedule, you can contact the team at [email protected].

•[email protected]

Updated at 19 Mar 2026