Join us for the 2025 APRA Conference & Expo at Phoenix Convention Center | South Building on 8/25 - 8/27, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.

The Annual Arizona Parks and Recreation Association Conference & Expo is the premier education, networking, and exhibition event where we celebrate and educate Arizona's park and recreation professionals. Our event draws a variety of participants, including park and recreation professionals, elected officials, and commission members from across the state of Arizona and our Western counterparts. In 2025, we are excited to offer more sponsorship packages, larger exhibit hall footprint, new member engagement opportunities, and a two-day exhibit hall featuring extended hours. Connect with some of our 2750+ members who share a passion for the parks and recreation industry.

Stay connected through the exclusive 2025 APRA Annual Conference App!

• Compete with fellow Attendees for the top spot on the Leaderboard by participating in the Activity Feed, completing Surveys and more

• Connect with friends and colleagues throughout the event

• View the Agenda for meals, sessions, and breaks

• Check out Speaker, Exhibitor and Sponsor profiles

• Recognize our sponsors who have generously contributed to this year's event

• View Maps to help you get around at APRA Annual Conference

The Arizona Parks and Recreation Association was founded in 1950 as a member based professional organization. Our membership is comprised of diverse professionals who work for local municipalities, state and county parks, private recreation agencies, HOA's, golf courses and a wide variety of businesses that service the industry.

As a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, APRA is not directly affiliated or supported by any city, state or county agency.