# Ipra Conference & Expo

- Dates: November 2026
- Location: Grand Wayne Center, Fort Wayne, United States
- Organiser: Illinois Park and Recreation Association - IPRA
- Industry: Travel & Hospitality

## About

The IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference is a state park and recreation conference that brings together professionals, commissioners, and elected officials from around the state. It features three days of educational programming, networking, and professional development.

## Who attends

The conference brings together thousands of professionals, commissioners, and elected officials from around the state for three exciting days of quality educational programming, networking, and professional development.

_As described by the organiser._

## Official links

- [Official website](https://members.ilipra.org/event-calendar/details/iapd-ipra-soaring-to-new-heights-conference-1564772)
- [Agenda](https://www.ilipra.org/programs/)

## Topics

- Business Services

## Where to stay

- **Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Convention Center**: 100 m from the venue, 1020 South Calhoun Street, Fort Wayne, 46802
- **Hampton Inn and Suites Fort Wayne**: 110 m from the venue, 223 West Jefferson Boulevard, Fort Wayne, 46802
  - [Hotel website](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/fwadthx-hampton-suites-fort-wayne-downtown/)
  - Phone: +1 260-247-6915
- **Courtyard Fort Wayne**: 120 m from the venue, 1150 South Harrison Street, Fort Wayne, 46802
  - [Hotel website](https://www.marriott.com/fwadt)
  - Phone: +1 260-490-3629
- **The Bradley**: 450 m from the venue, 204 West Main Street, Fort Wayne, 46802

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Source: https://www.luminik.io/events/ipra-conference-expo/