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Invitation to the 2026 China (Beijing) International Amusement Ride and Equipment Expo

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2025-10-24


See you in Beijing from March 19 to 21!



The 43rd CAAPA Expo - 2026 China (Beijing) International Amusement Facilities & Equipment Expo (and the Beijing International Tourism, Leisure, and Entertainment Industry Expo) Will be held on March 19–21, 2026 Held at the Beijing Capital International Convention & Exhibition Center, the exhibition spans approximately 60,000 square meters and is expected to attract over 600 exhibitors and 60,000 professional buyers. The China International Amusement Facilities & Equipment Expo (CAE) has successfully staged 42 sessions to date, serving as a flagship event created by the China Amusement Park Association (CAAPA). Each year, it draws more than 100,000 industry professionals from over 40 countries and regions worldwide, making it one of the most respected and influential trade shows in the global tourism, leisure, and entertainment sectors.



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Time & Location



2026 China (Beijing) International Amusement Equipment Expo

2026 Beijing International Tourism, Leisure, and Entertainment Industry Expo

Organized by: China Amusement Machinery & Park Association

Time: March 19–21, 2026

Location: Beijing · Capital International Convention Center



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Exhibition Introduction



The China International Amusement Facilities & Equipment Expo, organized by the China Amusement Park Association, has been successfully held for 42 sessions, fostering a vast industrial cluster ecosystem and generating robust, market-driven momentum. It has become an international platform for trade and exchange, playing a vital role in nurturing new, high-quality productivity in the cultural, entertainment, and tourism sectors while driving the industry toward sustainable, high-quality development. Each year, the expo attracts over a thousand exhibitors from domestic and international supply chains spanning culture, tourism, leisure, and entertainment industries. Exhibits cover cutting-edge digital technologies, smart tourism solutions, cultural creativity, cultural and tourism equipment, sports and entertainment gear, and immersive scene-design innovations. The event draws a diverse audience of industry professionals, including operators from resorts, theme parks, tourist attractions, museums, public cultural centers, municipal parks, commercial complexes, themed districts, zoos, and other cultural, tourism, and leisure venues. With approximately 100,000 professional visitors, the expo facilitates business deals worth nearly 100 billion yuan annually.



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2025 China (Beijing) International Amusement Facilities & Equipment Expo


2025 China (Zhengzhou) Tourism, Leisure, and Entertainment Industry Expo


▲2024 China (Beijing) International Amusement Facilities & Equipment Expo Venue



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Exhibition Category



1/ Integrated Services for Cultural and Tourism Projects


Planning for cultural and tourism projects such as resort destinations, theme parks, scenic attractions, and integrated cultural-and-tourism complexes; brand IP licensing; project consulting; project feasibility studies; strategic planning and design; event策划; brand marketing; market research; and general contracting construction. Project hosting, project operation, equipment installation, inspection, maintenance, and financing leasing with insurance Other enterprises


2/ Entertainment Experience Equipment Category


Land-based amusement equipment: Roller coasters, Ferris wheels, drop towers, mine trains, carousels, pendulum rides, pirate ships, spinning swings, observation towers, go-karts and various racing vehicles, bumper cars, wind tunnels, hot air balloons, carnival attractions, and mountain-themed amusement equipment—among others;

Water amusement equipment: Rapid-river rides, water slides and chutes, wave pools, water-themed villages and fortresses, surfing simulations, sightseeing boats and yachts, hot spring spas, and water treatment equipment;

Digital technology entertainment equipment/experiences: Metaverse interactive entertainment, dome theaters, VR/AR content and devices, wearable entertainment gadgets, interactive entertainment installations, AI robots, immersive gaming experiences, digital special effects, and light-and-shadow shows, among others;

Sports, Leisure, and Entertainment Equipment: Non-powered equipment (such as naughty fort structures, slides, trampolines, rope courses, inflatable models, rock climbing walls, and extreme sports activities), camping products, fitness and wellness items, sports and simulation games (including basketball machines, bowling lanes, soccer games, baseball setups, shooting ranges, and more), as well as ski and snow entertainment equipment (like refrigeration systems, snow-making machines, and ice/snow sports gear).

Educational, Puzzle, and Entertainment Equipment Museum experience installations, educational robots, science and technology education devices (including national defense education, patriotic education, and more), interactive entertainment multimedia systems, sandbox game experience equipment, career exploration tools, and educational puzzle games.

Traditional electronic entertainment devices: Electronic game/electronic amusement machine series (mini KTV, dance machines, prize grabbers, lipstick machines, competitive gaming consoles, tokens, etc.);


3/Information Management and Transportation


Information Management and Transportation Equipment: Smart management systems, ticketing systems, storage lockers, guided tour systems, smart wristbands, interactive software, photography systems, cable cars and ropeways, glass skywalks, miniature trains, sightseeing vehicles, RV rentals, and self-service car-sharing services, among others;


4/ Landscape Design and Scene Creation


Municipal landscape planning and design, urban renewal creative design, cultural and tourism real estate landscape design, thematic scene design and packaging, garden landscaping and horticulture, fountain water features, digital visual exhibitions and displays, realistic models (of animals, figures, etc.), sculptural models, and small-scale art installations—among others.


5/Performing Arts Categories


Performing arts shows and event integrations: Directorial scripts, event planning, float parades, mechanical installations, magic and acrobatics, themed festival performances, lighting, sound, and stage design, theater performance equipment, haunted house and escape room attractions, and more;


6/Scenic Area Amenities and Secondary Commercial Services


Park Amenities and Secondary Sales Products: Catering services, guesthouse hotels, hygiene and security, wooden cabins and pavilions, vending machines, commercial visual merchandising, cultural and creative gifts, and more.



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Past Editions Review



▲ Click the photo to view live images from previous events


▲ Click the photo to view live images from previous events


▲ Click the photo to view live images from previous events



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Simultaneous Events



Here, the exhibition is accompanied by a variety of cultural and tourism forums.

Helping you gain insights into tourism and cultural industry trends,

Discovering outstanding cases and high-quality products,

Engage in thorough discussions with industry leaders and elites.


Past Years at the Same Time Activities:


2024 China Tourism, Leisure, and Entertainment Industry Annual Conference




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Organizing Unit



The China Amusement Machinery & Amusement Park Association (hereinafter referred to as "China Amusement Association") was established in 1987. It is a nationwide, cross-industry, cross-regional, and cross-ownership industry organization composed of enterprises and institutions involved in investment, research, design, manufacturing, sales, education, and other areas within China's cultural tourism sector. The association holds national-level status. It is registered with the Ministry of Civil Affairs of China and falls under the supervision of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council.


The China Tourism Association currently has nearly 1,000 member organizations, including renowned domestic and international cultural and tourism groups, as well as theme entertainment corporations, such as OCT Group, Huaqiang Fantawild Group, Haichang Ocean Park Group, Dinosaur Park Group, Harbin Sun Island Group, Suzhou High-Tech Tourism Industry Group, Disney, Universal Resort, and more. Member companies also encompass manufacturers of large and small amusement facilities and equipment, producers of sports and entertainment gear, high-tech cultural and tourism equipment makers, cultural performance and entertainment enterprises, film and animation studios, and firms specializing in cultural tourism planning, design, construction, and project implementation—covering the entire industrial chain of the cultural tourism sector.


The China Tourism Association has established 21 specialized committees: the IP Operations Committee, the Theme Park Brand Marketing Committee, the Young Entrepreneurs Committee, the Large-Scale Amusement Ride Installation and Maintenance Committee, the Digital Technology & Entertainment Committee, the Nighttime Tourism Committee, the Indoor Amusement Park Committee, the Animal-Themed Tourism Committee, the Water Park Committee, the Non-Motorized Sports Committee, the Immersive Entertainment Committee, the Tourism Performing Arts Committee, the Ice & Snow Entertainment Committee, the Planning & Design Committee, the International Exchange Committee, the Education Committee, the Standardization Technical Committee, the Safety Committee, the Culture, Commerce, and Tourism Committee, the Rural Revitalization Committee, and the Social Public Welfare Committee. These committees fully leverage the expertise of industry experts as think tanks, contributing significantly to the comprehensive promotion of high-quality development within the tourism sector.



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Exhibition Inquiry



China Amusement Ride and Theme Park Association:


Zhang Jing: 010-57690277

Lü Cheng: 010-57690331

Liu Xiang: 010-57690335

Zhang Zhiqi: 010-57690332

Zhang Xufu: 010-57690336

Hu Yuepeng: 010-57690337

Li Shaohang: 010-57690338

Hao Yeping: 010-57690339



Jingwei Exhibition & Connection (Beijing) International Exhibition Co., Ltd.:


Han Dongrui, Wang Qian, and Zhao Bohao: 010-63333287

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