Annual Auction

Our primary, annual fundraising events, the IFEA Foundation Auction is an all-important source of support that allows us to confidently provide convention scholarships to many new and aspiring professionals who will become the next generation of industry leadership and to those deserving organizations working to build a solid and successful foundation for their festivals, events and communities. The funds raised also support our capabilities to provide and host top-quality industry presenters, speakers and programming, helping us to raise the bar for everyone in our global industry.

The auction is online and open to anyone and kicks off the month of the IFEA Annual Convention & Expo. All items (as available) are also displayed during the first two days of the Convention, until the auction's close at the end of the IFEA Foundation Night Party on the second night of the event.

Best of all, the IFEA Foundation Party is included at no extra charge as part of your convention registration!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

09/02/2025 8:00 AM PDT -- Auction Opens

09/23/2025 7:00 - 10:30 PM PDT -- Foundation Night Party (@ Convention in Palm Springs, CA)

09/23/2025 10:30 PM PDT -- Auction Closes

2025 PLATINUM PALMS POOL PARTY & AUCTION

Dive into a night of nostalgia and desert glam on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, as we celebrate the IFEA's 70th anniversary with the IFEA Foundation Platinum Palms Pool Party & Auction!

Set against the backdrop of swaying palms, glistening waters, and mid-century modern flair, this newly formatted event blends classic Palm Springs cool with the radiant energy of the global festivals and events community to create a fun and festive night that helps sustain IFEA programs and services and keeps them accessible to all.

Slip into your chic resort wear and join us poolside along the lazy river at the Omni Las Palmas Resorts 'Splashtopia' waterpark for an informal evening of food, fun, music and more! Grab a signature anniversary cocktail, network with friends -- old and new, enjoy some savory bites, kick back in a lounge chair under the stars, participate in a variety of Foundation games and activities, and enjoy a perfect celebration of the legacy that we have built together - and the brilliant future ahead.

Leading into the event and throughout the night, be sure to bid in our online auction on an exciting array of fun and relaxing getaways; unique and practical gifts for yourself, family and friends; or perhaps a must-have product or services that helps your festival/event.

Helping us to close out this special night, our friends at Pyrotecnico will treat everyone to a special IFEA 70th Anniversary drone show, as we toast to the future! (Please be sure to visit their Expo booth to thank them and learn how you might work with them for your own events).

Dress Code: Resort glam -- think flowy fabrics, flowery shirts, and poolside sophistication.

Best of all, the IFEA Foundation Night Platinum Palms Pool Party & auction is included at no extra charge as a part of your convention registration! So, mark your calendar now and plan to be there for this special evening!

2025 AUCTION DONATION FORM NOW AVAILABLE!

DONATION DEADLINE: Tue. 08/26/2025

COMPLETE & SUBMIT YOUR FORM HERE

Each item will be auctioned off as part of our Online Auction and also displayed (as available) at the 70th Anniversary IFEA Convention & Expo, Sep. 22 - Sep. 24, 2025 in Palm Springs, California, USA.

WHAT CAN YOU DONATE?

Consider the suggestions below or check out our AMAZON WISH LIST for ideas too!

Specialty Trips and Travel Packages with or without airline tickets; VIP packages paired with Festivals/Events/Sports/Theater etc.; vacation timeshares; cruise ship packages; just airline tickets or hotel nights somewhere (do you have extra air miles you can donate to get these?)

Hard-to-get Tickets / In-Demand Items for festivals; concerts; amusement parks; TV shows; Broadway shows; sporting events one-of-a-kind experiences, etc.

Everyday items that people need/want: coffee makers; espresso makers; mixers; headphones; TVs; Go-Pros; Cameras; tablets; Kindles; smart watches; power tools; etc.

Unique items to get as gifts for friends, family, kids and pets . . . everyone needs to bring something back for those that stayed at home!

Collectible pieces such as signed/framed art; pens; figurines; ornaments; bags; etc.

Jewelry for men and women: necklaces; earrings; watches; tie-clips; cuff links; bracelets; brooches etc.

Hobby related items: fishing; golf; tennis; bicycling; skiing; snowboarding; yoga; music; painting; hiking; sewing; knitting; cooking; gardening; beer/wine making . . . the list is endless.

Items for an office: printers; monitors, portable monitors; laptops; tablets; table lamps, etc.

Items from sponsors: popular branded merchandise; neon beverage signs from a beer company

Gift cards: Grocery stores; restaurants; online/retail shopping; movies; gas, etc. (use your credit card or rewards points to obtain these and then donate.)