Fall 2024 Trade Show & Conference Trends: What’s Hot This Season

As the leaves turn and the air cools, the trade show floor is heating up with fresh trends set to dominate fall 2024. Interactive Entertainment Group, a recent Inc. 5000 honoree, is leading the charge this season, bringing experiences that are as dynamic as they are memorable. Whether you’re capturing the thrill of live sports, embracing customization, or invoking a sense of nostalgia, here's a sneak peek at what’s capturing attention this fall.

Fall in Love With Sports

Trade Show and Conference Experiences by Interactive Entertainment GroupPhoto: Courtesy of Interactive Entertainment GroupGet ready to score big with sports-themed activations that turn every attendee into an athlete. Whether it’s embracing fall sports like football or testing reflexes, these experiences bring the thrill of the game right to the trade show floor.

• Multiball: Mix and match sports in one LED-powered arena.
• Ultimate Sports Arena: A multi-sport challenge zone.
• VR Racing Chairs: Speed into the future with virtual racing.
• Urban Hoops: Take your shot with this interactive basketball setup.

Customization Is King

Trade Show and Conference Experiences by Interactive Entertainment GroupPhoto: Courtesy of Interactive Entertainment GroupThis fall, it’s all about personalized experiences that attendees can make their own. From alluring backdrops to branded leaderboards, customization reigns supreme.

• Speed Pitch: Test your throwing arm with a personalized twist.
• Experiential Vending Machine: Dispense branded goodies tailored to your event.
• Batak Pro: Reflex-testing with a customizable edge.
• Zap-A-Mole: A whack-a-mole experience that’s all about speed and precision.

More Players, More Engagement

Maximize interaction by bringing in games that invite more participants to play, ensuring engagement is at an all-time high. The more, the merrier, as they say.

• BalancePlay Pro: A group balance game that challenges coordination.
• VR Foosball: Take foosball to the next level with virtual reality.
• Roll-A-Ball Racing: Get the crowd racing with this fast-paced game.
• Mini Golf: A classic game that never goes out of style.

Cue the Nostalgia

Tap into the power of nostalgia with experiences that take attendees back to simpler times. These retro-inspired attractions are perfect for creating unforgettable moments with a vintage vibe.

• 8-Player Pac-Man: A larger-than-life take on the arcade classic.
• Giant Light Bright: Light up creativity with a supersized version of the iconic toy.
• Zoltar: Fortune-telling with a twist of the old-school charm.
• Giant Guess Who: A giant-sized version of the beloved guessing game.

The Full Foodie Experience

No event is complete without a culinary adventure. This fall, food experiences are not just about taste but also about spectacle, turning every snack into a show.

• Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream: Science meets dessert in this cool treat.
• Robo Ice Cream: A robotic twist on everyone’s favorite sweet treat.
• Automated Cotton Candy Art: Watch your candy get spun into art.
• Automated Popcorn Vending Machine: Fresh popcorn, delivered with a tech twist.

Not-Basic Photo Ops

Photo booths have evolved into full-fledged interactive experiences. From holograms to custom sketches, these aren’t your average photo-ops—they’re moments turned into memories.

• Tower Mirror Photo Booth: A sleek, interactive mirror photo booth.
• Proto Hologram: Beam in your hologram for a futuristic photo experience.
• Robo Sketch: Turn your portrait into a digital masterpiece.
• Animated GIF Photo Booth: Create shareable GIFs with a touch of animation.

Get ready to fall in love with these trends, brought to life by Interactive Entertainment Group, as they set the stage for unforgettable trade shows and conferences this season.