Step Forward: Thank You for an Incredible 71st Annual IFEA Convention & Expo in Tucson!
What an incredible
three days in Tucson! The IFEA's 71st Annual Convention & Expo, presented
by atVenu, brought festival and event professionals from around the world
together at El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort, in Tucson, Arizona, Oct.
5-7, 2026, for three days of learning, networking, inspiration and celebration.
With this year's theme, "Step Forward," we challenged ourselves to look ahead, embrace new opportunities and consider what comes next for our organizations, our communities and the festivals and events industry as a whole.
Throughout the Convention, we learned from industry leaders, exchanged ideas with colleagues, explored new products and services, celebrated outstanding achievements and strengthened the professional relationships that make the IFEA community so valuable.
The IFEA extends its sincere gratitude to atVenu, our presenting sponsor, and to every attendee, speaker, sponsor, exhibitor, volunteer and partner who helped make this year's Convention possible. Your enthusiasm, generosity and willingness to share your knowledge and experiences are what make this annual gathering so special.
We hope you returned home from Tucson with fresh ideas, valuable connections and a renewed commitment to the work you do every day. Whether you discovered a solution to a long-standing challenge, connected with a new industry colleague or found inspiration in someone else's success, we hope your Convention experience has given you the confidence and motivation to take your next step forward.
Thank you for being part of the 71st Annual IFEA Convention & Expo, presented by atVenu. We look forward to continuing the conversations, connections and momentum throughout the coming year!