12/05/2026
🎉 The Wonders of Play is coming to Leeds! 🎉
Join us on Thursday 4th June at the iconic Royal Armouries for the AIP 2026 Annual Conference & Trade Show, followed by our Industry Gala Dinner & Awards — a full day dedicated to innovation, inspiration, and the future of indoor play and family leisure.
This year’s agenda is packed with powerhouse speakers, practical insight, and big conversations shaping our sector.
🔥 KEYNOTE HIGHLIGHTS 🔥
🚀 Digital First: Winning Customers in the Age of Social and AI
Matt Baker, CEO of Destination Marketing, joined by Neil Lewin of Loop by Semantic, will explore how operators can attract, engage and retain customers in a rapidly changing digital world. AI, social media, customer behaviour — this session is set to challenge thinking and spark ideas.
☕ More Than Coffee and Cake: Rethinking Food & Beverage as a Strategic Driver in Leisure Venues
Katy Moses, Founder & MD of KAM Insight, brings powerful consumer insight and industry expertise to one of the biggest untapped opportunities in leisure. This keynote will completely change how you think about food and beverage in your venue.
PLUS.....
🤖 AI Playground – 30 Minutes of Simple Tools, Big Possibilities
📊 The Industry Pulse – Insights from the UK Indoor Play Sector
🎈 Birthday Parties That Sell: What’s Working Now and What Parents Will Pay For
Alongside the conference:
✅ Exhibitor Marketplace - https://www.associationofindoorplay.org/exhibitors.php
✅ Networking with operators, suppliers and industry leaders
✅ Gala Dinner & Indoor Play Awards hosted by Ross Adams
✅ Charity presentation supporting Caudwell Children
✅ Dancing, celebrations and industry recognition
This is more than a conference. It’s where the industry comes together.
📍 Royal Armouries, Leeds
📅 Thursday 4th June 2026
We cannot wait to welcome you. BOOK HERE-> https://ecom.roller.app/associationofindoorplay/booktickets/en/products
THANK YOU TO OUR HEADLINE SPONSOR Gallagher and to all our other sponsors - https://www.associationofindoorplay.org/aboutoursponsors.php