The exhibit hall is always an awe-inspiring sight. With more than 500 exhibitors, this jungle gym-like setting is filled with the latest and greatest products and services. Test out amazing cutting-edge technology solutions, playground equipment, athletic gear, aquatics products, and other services from some of the top brands in the United States and internationally.
Exhibit Hall Hours
Tuesday, October 8: 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 9: 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
NRPA Member Area
The NRPA staff is looking forward to welcoming you to the NRPA Member Booth #1959. This is Where You Belong! Visit the booth to learn about NRPA member benefits, Parks & Recreation magazine, certifications, CAPRA, NRPA Connect, research, advocacy, grant programs, and more. Learn how to maximize your NRPA membership, preview our new online store merch, and have all your NRPA questions answered. We will also be distributing the NRPA member gift giveaway, so be sure to stop by Booth #1959.
Speed Sessions
Visit the two speed session locations on the exhibit hall floor — Booths #158 and #2813 — to hear speed sessions, earn CEU credits, and engage with the speakers. Be sure to enter to win a free prize courtesy of CORE!
EXPOdition Scavenger Hunt
Complete the EXPOdition Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win prizes. Visit Burke Playgrounds — Booth #1311 — and enter your completed card by 12:45 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9. The drawing will be held in the Burke booth immediately following! Contest rules and restrictions apply.
Daily Door Prize
The first 1500 attendees to arrive at the exhibit hall each day will receive a gift from Burke Playgrounds. Be there; you won’t want to miss this surprise!
Daily $500 Cash Giveaway
Visit The Toro Company — Booth #1233 — each day by 1 p.m. to sign-up for a chance to win one of two $500 in cash! You must enter by 1 p.m. and must be present to win.
NRPA Sports Demo Zone
Visit the NRPA Sports Demonstration Zone and enjoy Pickleball, Quickball, Adaptive Sports, NFL FLAG, NHL STREET, MLS Go, Jr. NBA Leagues, USTA, and MLB Pitch and Hit & Run in action. This offers a great opportunity to have fun with your colleagues and snap some engaging photos!
Meet Baseball5: the hip, new partner of America’s Pastime! It’s a lightning-fast, high-energy game that shares the same core principles as traditional baseball. But here’s what makes it special: it can be played anywhere, with just a rubber ball. No fancy equipment needed! Baseball5 was born from a desire to make baseball more accessible to everyone, without compromising the uniqueness of the game. So, we stripped away all the complicated stuff and created a dynamic, mixed-gender team sport that’s all about instant fun. Each team has five players – plus reserves – and depending on the format, a game can last between 15 and 20 minutes. Baseball5 is the epitome of a cool sport: it’s sustainable, inclusive, youth-focused and makes non structured spaces come alive with athletic energy. Baseball5 is built on the pillars of Inclusion, Accessibility, Confidence, Innovation and Teamwork. Baseball5 is a game for everyone that can be mastered in minutes. No need for extensive equipment, a dedicated venue, or even a pitcher! All you need is a ball! #PlayEverywhere. To learn more about Baseball5, where to buy a Baseball5 ball, or how to bring Baseball5 programming to your organization, send an email to Baseball5@usabaseball.com
USA Pickleball
USA Pickleball invites you to experience the interactive Pickleball Zone where individuals can learn how to play, improve their skills, and have fun with dynamic and exciting activities for all skill levels. Paddles will be provided with prizes and giveaways for attendees. Visit us at Booth #2863 during the exhibit hall hours to join in on the fun!
Quickball
Roll up your sleeves, step onto our NRPA field, and bend a curveball or aim for the fences! You’ll see why park and recreation departments and Little Leagues are so excited about this fast-paced and fun sport with the patented foam ball and weight-balanced bat and a full curriculum complete with exciting gameplay. It’s baseball and softball at twice the pace in half the space – for a fraction of the cost. Please be sure to stop by Booth #2662 to learn more about Quickball.
Adaptive Sport Interactive Demos
Ready to redefine inclusion in your program? Move United invites you to join its interactive adaptive sports demos. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of adaptive sports, test out adaptive equipment, and gain a foundational understanding of modifications that will make your programs more inclusive for individuals with disabilities. Join us at Booth #2462 to learn more!
RCX Sports
It’s time to play like a pro with RCX Sports! RCX Sports provides officially licensed uniforms, affordable resources, and dedicated support to run the best youth sports leagues and events across the US and Canada. This is the perfect opportunity to see NFL FLAG, NHL STREET, MLS Go, Jr. NBA Leagues, USTA, and MLB Pitch and Hit & Run in action. Visit Booth #2581 to learn more about our youth sports programs!
Paws For Life Service & Therapy Animals
Paws For Life USA trains and provides children and adults with disabilities specially trained dogs. Those precious moments when you see a dog working with their handler, helping hear, helping assist, and helping alert are treasured moments never forgotten. There is nothing more profound or heartwarming than to train a dog to assist a disabled child or adult to have a better quality of life. We train therapy animals to be comfortable in many environments and to interact with different people to promote the human-animal bond, so come and meet some of our service and therapy animals and handlers in booth #865 and learn what we do.