Play Makers LIVE 2027 Is Coming!
End of September at The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY
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Play Makers LIVE 2027 Is Coming!
September 26–29, 2027 at The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY
JOIN THE WAITLIST
Don't Get Left Out!
Join the waitlist to be the first to know when tickets for Play Maker Live 2027 open, plus all the details on tickets and pricing!
Don't Get Left Out!
Join the waitlist to be the first to know when tickets for Play Maker Live 2027 open, plus all the details on tickets and pricing!
Welcome to The Strong National Museum of Play
For 2027, we're taking Play Makers LIVE to the place that celebrates play like nowhere else on earth. The Strong, in downtown Rochester, NY, is the first collections-based museum in the world devoted solely to play, and it's home to the world's largest collection of play history. Could there be a more perfect place for a room full of Play Makers?
Photos courtesy of The Strong, Rochester, New York.
National Toy Hall of Fame
See the toys that made history, from timeless classics to the newest inductees, all in one place.
World Video Game Hall of Fame
Walk through decades of video game history in the museum's interactive digital play galleries.
Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden
An indoor tropical garden filled with thousands of free-flying butterflies.
A 1918 Carousel
A fully operating antique carousel, plus the museum's train, under a soaring glass atrium.
Exhibits Built for Play
Hands-on galleries like Skyline Climb, Play Lab, and the Hasbro Game Park, part of a 90,000-square-foot expansion that opened in 2023.
Endless Inspiration
Picture walking the halls between sessions and spotting ideas you can bring home to your own play space.
Play Maker Society Members Get Steep Discounts
Current Play Maker Society members get first access and steeply discounted ticket pricing to Play Makers LIVE 2027.
Not a member yet? Join the waitlist to be the first to know when tickets open.
Play Makers LIVE is an independent event and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Strong.
Hear From Past Play Maker Society Live Attendees!
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Frequently Asked Questions for Play Maker Society Live
What IS Play Makers Live?
Play Maker Society LIVE is a multi-day, immersive business growth event for owners and leaders in the children’s party/event industry. It brings together industry peers, experts, and workshop facilitators to help you:
-Learn actionable strategies in leadership, marketing, operations, finance, and more
-Solve challenges you face by working directly with speakers and fellow business owners
-Build meaningful connections and collaborations
-Leave feeling confident, re-energized, and equipped to move your business forward
During the event, participants can attend guest speaker sessions, workshops, networking dinners, and hands-on collaboration sessions.
Who Is This Event For?
While priority ticket access and special pricing is given to current Play Maker Society members, a very limited number of tickets are typically made available to the public each year! Joining the waitlist is your BEST (and likely only) chance to grab a ticket if you are not a current member of Play Maker Society.
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NOTE: While joining the waitlist improves your chances of obtaining a ticket, there is ABSOLUTELY NO GUARANTEE any tickets will be made available to the public or the waitlist, as Play Maker Society Members get first access and there is an extremely limited number of tickets available due to venue size.
Is This Event Right for Me If I’m Still in the Business Planning Phase?
YES—absolutely! Even if you haven’t opened your doors yet, Play Maker Society LIVE is designed for you. In fact, attending during the planning phase can save you from costly mistakes and give you a clear roadmap for launching successfully. You’ll gain insights directly from experienced owners, learn what to prioritize before signing a lease or hiring staff, and connect with a supportive network that can guide you from idea to opening day.
How Often Is This Event Held?
This event is held annually. For 2027, we’re heading to Rochester, NY in September!
Where Is This Event Held?
We aim to bring the event to a new city each year. Play Makers LIVE 2027 will be held in Rochester, NY! Sessions will take place at The Strong National Museum of Play, and the welcome party will be at Fattey Beer Co.
What Are The Dates For 2027?
Play Makers LIVE 2027 will take place at the end of September. Exact dates are still TBD! It will kick off with an evening welcome party, followed by two full days of sessions, plus an optional half-day.
What Will Tickets For The 2027 Event Cost?
Pricing details are coming soon, and the waitlist will hear first! Play Maker Society members will get steep discounts on tickets, plus first access.
There is NO GUARANTEE any tickets will be made available to the public, as members get first access and there is an extremely limited number of tickets available due to venue size.
What Is Included In The Ticket Cost?
Ticket details for 2027 are coming soon, and the waitlist will hear first! Hotel and travel are not included.
Will There Be An Option To Pay Over Time?
Details coming soon! Join the waitlist and you’ll be the first to know.
Is There A Virtual Ticket Option?
No. Play Maker Society LIVE is intentionally designed as an in-person experience to foster real collaboration, connection, and hands-on learning. The workshops, networking opportunities, and peer-to-peer interactions are a big part of what makes this event so valuable, and those can’t be replicated virtually.
Are Tickets Refundable Or Transferrable?
Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferable to another person up to 30 days before the event. This allows flexibility if your plans change while ensuring we can finalize details for all attendees.
What Costs Should I Plan for Beyond the Ticket?
In addition to your event ticket, you’ll be responsible for your hotel accommodations, travel, and transportation to and from the venues (including any Ubers, etc.). Full details on exactly what each ticket includes are coming soon!
Can I Bring My Employees Or Business Partners?
Yes, you are welcome to bring anyone on your team or who works on your business! They will, however, need their OWN separate ticket to attend. You may purchase it on their behalf.
Can I Bring My Spouse?
Yes, spouses are welcome! They will, however, need their OWN ticket to attend.
If your spouse is NOT interested in attending the business sessions, we’ll be offering a Social Spouse option so they can join in on the social side of the event. Details coming soon!
Can I Bring My Kids?
ALL Play Maker Society Live events (including meals) are strictly for ADULTS except for babies-in-arms ONLY. We kindly ask that you make alternate arrangements for your children, as this is an adults-only, professional event. The sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities (including meals) are designed for focused learning and collaboration, and we want every attendee to get the most out of the experience.
Will I Get a Chance to Ask Questions About My Specific Business?
Yes! Play Maker Society LIVE 2027 is designed to be highly interactive. Beyond the speaker sessions, you’ll participate in workshops, panels, and small-group activities where you can bring up challenges unique to your business. There will also be open Q&A sessions and dedicated networking time, so you’ll walk away with tailored insights—not just general advice.
What If I Don’t Know Anyone?
You won’t feel like a stranger for long! Play Maker Society LIVE 2027 is intentionally structured to foster connection, with icebreakers, small-group workshops, and collaborative activities built into the agenda. Many attendees come solo, and they leave with new friends, accountability partners, and even future collaborators. Our community is welcoming, supportive, and excited to meet you—so you’ll never feel alone.
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How Will This Event Help Me Grow My Business Faster?
Play Maker Society LIVE 2027 is designed to accelerate your growth by cutting out the guesswork. Instead of piecing together strategies on your own, you’ll learn proven systems directly from experienced owners and industry experts. You’ll also get hands-on help applying these strategies to your specific business, so you can avoid common mistakes and take action immediately. On top of that, the connections you build—with peers, mentors, and potential partners—will continue to support and inspire you long after the event ends.
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Frequently Asked Questions for Play Maker Society Live
What IS Play Makers Live?
Play Maker Society LIVE is a multi-day, immersive business growth event for owners and leaders in the children’s party/event industry. It brings together industry peers, experts, and workshop facilitators to help you:
-Learn actionable strategies in leadership, marketing, operations, finance, and more
-Solve challenges you face by working directly with speakers and fellow business owners
-Build meaningful connections and collaborations
-Leave feeling confident, re-energized, and equipped to move your business forward
During the event, participants can attend guest speaker sessions, workshops, networking dinners, and hands-on collaboration sessions.
Who Is This Event For?
While priority ticket access and special pricing is given to current Play Maker Society members, a very limited number of tickets are typically made available to the public each year! Joining the waitlist is your BEST (and likely only) chance to grab a ticket if you are not a current member of Play Maker Society.
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NOTE: While joining the waitlist improves your chances of obtaining a ticket, there is ABSOLUTELY NO GUARANTEE any tickets will be made available to the public or the waitlist, as Play Maker Society Members get first access and there is an extremely limited number of tickets available due to venue size.
Is This Event Right for Me If I’m Still in the Business Planning Phase?
YES—absolutely! Even if you haven’t opened your doors yet, Play Maker Society LIVE is designed for you. In fact, attending during the planning phase can save you from costly mistakes and give you a clear roadmap for launching successfully. You’ll gain insights directly from experienced owners, learn what to prioritize before signing a lease or hiring staff, and connect with a supportive network that can guide you from idea to opening day.
How Often Is This Event Held?
This event is held annually. For 2027, we’re heading to Rochester, NY in September!
Where Is This Event Held?
We aim to bring the event to a new city each year. Play Makers LIVE 2027 will be held in Rochester, NY! Sessions will take place at The Strong National Museum of Play, and the welcome party will be at Fattey Beer Co.
What Are The Dates For 2027?
Play Makers LIVE 2027 will take place Sunday, September 26 through Wednesday, September 29, 2027. It kicks off with a welcome party Sunday evening, followed by two full days of sessions on Monday and Tuesday, plus an optional half day on Wednesday morning.
What Will Tickets For The 2027 Event Cost?
Pricing details are coming soon, and the waitlist will hear first! Play Maker Society members will get steep discounts on tickets, plus first access.
There is NO GUARANTEE any tickets will be made available to the public, as members get first access and there is an extremely limited number of tickets available due to venue size.
What Is Included In The Ticket Cost?
Ticket details for 2027 are coming soon, and the waitlist will hear first! Hotel and travel are not included.
Will There Be An Option To Pay Over Time?
Details coming soon! Join the waitlist and you’ll be the first to know.
Is There A Virtual Ticket Option?
No. Play Maker Society LIVE is intentionally designed as an in-person experience to foster real collaboration, connection, and hands-on learning. The workshops, networking opportunities, and peer-to-peer interactions are a big part of what makes this event so valuable, and those can’t be replicated virtually.
Are Tickets Refundable Or Transferrable?
Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferable to another person up to 30 days before the event. This allows flexibility if your plans change while ensuring we can finalize details for all attendees.
What Costs Should I Plan for Beyond the Ticket?
In addition to your event ticket, you’ll be responsible for your hotel accommodations, travel, and transportation to and from the venues (including any Ubers, etc.). Full details on exactly what each ticket includes are coming soon!
Can I Bring My Employees Or Business Partners?
Yes, you are welcome to bring anyone on your team or who works on your business! They will, however, need their OWN separate ticket to attend. You may purchase it on their behalf.
Can I Bring My Spouse?
Yes, spouses are welcome! They will, however, need their OWN ticket to attend.
If your spouse is NOT interested in attending the business sessions, we’ll be offering a Social Spouse option so they can join in on the social side of the event. Details coming soon!
Can I Bring My Kids?
ALL Play Maker Society Live events (including meals) are strictly for ADULTS except for babies-in-arms ONLY. We kindly ask that you make alternate arrangements for your children, as this is an adults-only, professional event. The sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities (including meals) are designed for focused learning and collaboration, and we want every attendee to get the most out of the experience.
Will I Get a Chance to Ask Questions About My Specific Business?
Yes! Play Maker Society LIVE 2027 is designed to be highly interactive. Beyond the speaker sessions, you’ll participate in workshops, panels, and small-group activities where you can bring up challenges unique to your business. There will also be open Q&A sessions and dedicated networking time, so you’ll walk away with tailored insights—not just general advice.
What If I Don’t Know Anyone?
You won’t feel like a stranger for long! Play Maker Society LIVE 2027 is intentionally structured to foster connection, with icebreakers, small-group workshops, and collaborative activities built into the agenda. Many attendees come solo, and they leave with new friends, accountability partners, and even future collaborators. Our community is welcoming, supportive, and excited to meet you—so you’ll never feel alone.
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How Will This Event Help Me Grow My Business Faster?
Play Maker Society LIVE 2027 is designed to accelerate your growth by cutting out the guesswork. Instead of piecing together strategies on your own, you’ll learn proven systems directly from experienced owners and industry experts. You’ll also get hands-on help applying these strategies to your specific business, so you can avoid common mistakes and take action immediately. On top of that, the connections you build—with peers, mentors, and potential partners—will continue to support and inspire you long after the event ends.
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