Annual Auction

Our primary, annual fundraising events, the IFEA Foundation Online & Live Auctions are 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.

One of the many highlights of the IFEA Annual Convention & Expo is the opportunity to check out and bid on the special and unique auction items generously provided by festivals, events, vendors and suppliers in the festival industry, just like you!

Each item will be auctioned off as part of our Online Auction and also on display at the IFEA Annual Convention & Expo, Sep. 29 - Oct. 1, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.

IFEA Foundation Irish Celebration & Live Auction

On Monday night, September 30^th, we wish you ′Céad Mile Fáilte′ - one hundred thousand welcomes – and invite you to join us for a very special Irish experience at the 2024 IFEA Annual Convention & Expo in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Admission is included with your convention registration.

A memorable and magical night, to benefit a special cause, join us for an evening of dinner, fun, Irish music, Irish dancing, and, of course, bidding! Wear your green, and bring your Irish luck, as you bid on extended weekend stays, exclusive VIP opportunities, and behind-the-scenes interactions, within our Live Auction/Ultimate Experience packages.

Mark Your Calendar

09/09/2024 10:00 AM EDT -- Online Auction Opens

09/09/2024 10:00 AM EDT -- Ultimate Experience Ticket Sales Start

09/30/2024 7:00 - 10:00 PM EDT -- Foundation Event & Live Auction

09/30/2024 6:00 PM EDT -- Online Auction Closes

09/30/2024 6:00 PM EDT -- Ultimate Experience Online Ticket Sales Close

09/30/2024 8:00 PM EDT -- Ultimate Experience Onsite Ticket Sales Close

ONLINE AUCTION IS OPEN!

VIEW ITEMS | BID Ends 6:00 PM EDT Mon. 9/30, 2024

Shop the IFEA Foundation Online Auction for yourself, your event, or for family and friends, and double your impact with a purchase that also gives back to our industry.

From artwork, sporting goods and collectables; gift cards, kids and pet items; jewelry, clothing and accessories; and festival/event products and services…there’s something to check nearly every box on your list!

Get Your Ultimate Experience Getaway Ticket!

VIEW PACKAGES | BUY TICKETS

Take your chances and purchase a $100 "Ultimate Experience Getaway" ticket, giving you the opportunity to participate in a drawing where one lucky winner can choose the Getaway of their choice from the thirteen Getaway packages slated for our Live Auction. Whether it's a weekend stay or longer, or an exclusive opportunity that can't be missed, there's an exciting mix of destinations to satisfy almost every traveler's taste!

Packages typically auction off for thousands of dollars. You could win one for $100!