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IFEA's 70th Anniversary Convention & Expo
Presented by atVenu
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Palm Springs, California, U.S.A.
September 22 - September 24, 2025

INVITING OLD FRIENDS AND NEW - Join us as we celebrate a remarkable journey of seventy years! A journey of memories and milestones; of challenges and triumphs; of strength, durability, and endurance; of friends gained and friends lost; of innovation, inspiration, and imagination. A journey that has bonded families, friends, communities, and our world closer together. From spark to spectacle, a journey that continues as we look to the future.


Mark your calendar for an unforgettable experience at the IFEA's 70th Anniversary Convention & Expo, presented by atVenu, September 22-24, 2025, at the beautiful Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa, in the iconic city of Palm Springs, California! This special milestone event promises a memorable celebration of our shared legacy and the strong foundations that we have laid for the future. Attendees can look forward to unparalleled opportunities for networking, professional growth, education, and inspiration, in a setting known for its breathtaking desert and mountain landscapes, and dynamic event culture.

Plan now to bring your team, invite your professional peers, and meet up with friends – old and new - at this premiere gathering of global festival and event professionals, suppliers, and stakeholders. From those fostering the spark of a new event, to those continuing the long history and successes of globally recognized spectacles, you’ll find something for everyone as we explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities; engage one-on-one with industry leaders; and imagine the future.


For those looking to reset and refresh, we are ready to help you meet those needs, as well. Located on 240 lush acres, the Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa provides a sun-drenched getaway in the tranquil Coachella Valley, against a backdrop of palm trees and mountains. A perfect place to retreat for what attendees have described as the “ultimate events industry family reunion.


Don't miss out on this extraordinary event – mark your calendars now and get ready for an exceptional experience that has served as the heart of the festivals and events community for 70 years!



*NOTE: The IFEA Annual Convention & Expo footprint will run through 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Be sure to make your travel arrangements accordingly.

*Certified Festival & Event Executive (CFEE) Certification education classes will be scheduled in the days leading up to the convention – September 19, 20, 21, 2025. Separate Registration is Required. For more details, Click Here.


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Presenting sponsor of the
IFEA's 70th Anniversary Convention & Expo!

atVenu is a leading platform specializing in live event sales. They offer a range of comprehensive solutions, including point-of-sale, inventory management, real-time reporting, digital food vendor settlements, and more. With feature sets specifically designed to meet the unique needs of live events, it is a trusted partner for hundreds of festivals, sporting events, concert venues, fairs, and more. atVenu's point-of-sale system is quick and easy to set up, manage, and deploy, making it ideal for small teams and events big and small alike. The platform is built to save you time, ensure faster-moving lines, and be reliable when your connectivity isn’t so you never lose out on sales. LEARN MORE: info.atvenu.com/ifea


Thank You To Our Association Endorsed Partners and Convention Sponsors:



DFEST
Haas & Wilkerson Insurance
Pyrotechnico


“As a not-for-profit 501(C)6 organization, the IFEA reserves the right to refuse or cancel the registration of any individual or organizational attendee, who, at its sole discretion, may represent/display unprofessional, unlawful, unethical, unsafe, or other actions/positions deemed contrary to the best interests of the IFEA and our global industry.”
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