AWARD PROGRAMS

Honoring the Best of the Attractions Industry

Throughout the year, you and your team outshine the competition and provide the highest level of customer service, professionalism, and excellence to the attractions industry. You deserve praise and recognition for the efforts that make your business and this industry innovative and inspiring.

Whether you offer the latest merchandise, the best in live entertainment, a clever marketing campaign, or top-notch employee training programs, IAAPA’s award programs are your opportunity to share achievements and success with the world.

Big E Awards: The awards acknowledge the most outstanding examples of live entertainment, show production and individual performance in IAAPA member facilities.
Brass Ring Awards: Each year hundreds of IAAPA members enter the Brass Ring Awards and showcase their talents in print media, TV advertising, public relations, online media, and more. We would love to see your application this year!
Hall of Fame Awards: The IAAPA Hall of Fame was established in 1990 to celebrate outstanding achievement and contributions to the growth and development of the amusement park and attractions industry; an industry that, like few others, depends on the imaginations, talents, and vision of its dream builders.
Must-See Waterparks Awards: This Awards recognize waterparks around the world that stand out from the rest in providing visitors a unique and memorable experience based on excellence in guest service, operations, and safety. New in 2009 - Best New Attraction category!

Service Awards: Throughout its history, IAAPA has honored members for their service and contribution to the association and the industry.
Souvenir Awards: IAAPA’s Souvenir Awards highlight the best in merchandising and display creativity in amusement parks and attractions.
Spirit of Excellence Awards: The Spirit of Excellence Awards honor IAAPA members who are committed to excellence in training and professional development. From customer service training to employee recognition programs, the Spirit of Excellence Awards tells the world that you have the best team of talent in the business.
Top FECs of the World Awards: This Awards competition gives IAAPA family entertainment center members the opportunity to show the world how proud they are of their facility, to share their operation techniques with their colleagues, be recognized for a job well done, and to promote their facility as part of this prestigious group.