Registration is now open for the first ever ARE Expo 2025, bringing together industry professionals for two days of networking, workshops, and cutting-edge technology in amusement, gaming, and retail entertainment.

The Amusement and Retail Entertainment Expo is set to debut on 29-30 April, 2025, at The Cotton Sheds, Manchester – and registration is now officially open.

Bringing together industry professionals from the amusement, gaming, leisure, and retail entertainment sectors, the two-day event promises cutting-edge technology showcases, expert-led discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.

The event will feature two dedicated workshop streams, hosted by The Gambling Business Group and The Amusement Network, offering insights into key industry trends, challenges, and opportunities. 

Additionally, a Technology Zone will highlight the latest innovations in payment solutions, interactive entertainment, and customer engagement tools. 

With exhibitor interest at an all-time high, organiser Karen Cooke has revealed that the show floor is almost fully booked, reinforcing the demand for this brand-new event.

“Excitement is building,” exclaimed Cooke, director of Swan Events. “We’re working with some great people, reaching out to new organisations, and the event promises to offer something different to the industry.”

With a packed line-up of exhibitors, workshops, and networking opportunities, the first ever ARE Expo 2025 is going all-in to cement its place on the industry calendar. 

Attendees can now secure their spot by registering online at areexpo.co.uk.