Schedule

Marketplace is the home of the best motorcoach, travel and tour events. See what we have lined up below. You can sort and search events as needed.  The schedule below reflects the sessions and events included with Marketplace registration with the exception of the ABA Foundation Afterglow. 

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All times below are listed as Eastern Time Zone
  • Registration Opens/Passport Opens

    Housing and FAM/Sightseeing Tours to Open this Summer.

    Wednesday / May 1
    12:00 PM — 12:00 PM

    www.buses.org/marketplace

  • Marketplace Housing Opens

    Friday / August 9
    12:00 PM — 12:00 PM

    www.buses.org/marketplace

  • Early-Bird Registration Rate Ends

    Friday / September 13
    11:59 PM — 11:59 PM

    www.buses.org/marketplace

  • Research Databases Open

    Thursday / September 19
    12:00 PM — 12:00 PM

    Marketplace Passport

  • Appointment Requests Open

    Tuesday / October 1
    12:00 PM — 12:00 PM

    Marketplace Passport

  • Appointment Requests Due

    Tuesday / January 7
    11:59 PM — 11:59 PM

    Marketplace Passport

  • Appointment Schedules Available

    Thursday / January 16
    12:00 PM — 12:00 PM

    Marketplace Passport

  • Loading Docks/Coach Move-In

    Wednesday / January 29
    08:00 AM — 08:00 AM

    Pennsylvania Convention Center

  • Registration Open

    Thursday / January 30
    12:00 PM — 05:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • National Bus Traffic Association Meeting

    Refreshment Sponsor: Busbud

    Thursday / January 30
    02:00 PM — 05:00 PM

    Room 120B

  • National Bus Traffic Association Reception

    NBTA Members Only

    Thursday / January 30
    05:00 PM — 07:00 PM

    City Tap House | 100 N 18th St.

  • Exhibitor/Sponsor Move-In

    Friday / January 31
    08:00 AM — 06:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • National Bus Traffic Association Breakfast

    Friday / January 31
    08:00 AM — 09:00 AM

    Room 126B

  • Registration Open

    Friday / January 31
    08:00 AM — 06:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • Sightseeing Ticket Pick-Up Open

    Friday / January 31
    08:00 AM — 06:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • National Bus Traffic Association Meeting

    Refreshment Sponsor: Trailways.com

    Friday / January 31
    09:00 AM — 04:30 PM

    Room 120B

  • Airport Shuttles

    Friday / January 31
    10:00 AM — 06:00 PM

    PHL and Host Hotels

  • IMG Annual Conference

    Separate Registration Required

    Friday / January 31
    10:00 AM — 05:15 PM
  • National Bus Traffic Association Lunch

    Friday / January 31
    12:30 PM — 01:30 PM

    Room 126B

  • Women in Buses Day

    Platinum Level Sponsor
    Motor Coach Industries
    Prevost

    Gold Level Sponsor
    New England Coach
    TCS, Polynesian Adventure, Royal Coach

    Silver Level Sponsor
    Lamoille Valley Transportation/Custom Coach of New England
    Visit Williamsburg

    Bronze Level Sponsors
    Amaya Astron Seating
    Benedict's Bus, Rookie Cooks, and BYOB
    Busbud / Betterez
    K&G Coach Lines Inc
    Klein Transportation
    MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau

    Northeast Charter & Tour
    Simple Plans by Jonathan Stanley
    Tea Around Town
    Travel Alliance Partnership

    Friday / January 31
    12:30 PM — 05:30 PM

    Room 119AB

  • School Bus Council Meeting

    Friday / January 31
    03:00 PM — 04:00 PM

    Room 123

  • ABA Board of Directors Executive Committee Meeting (Invitation Only)

    Friday / January 31
    04:00 PM — 05:00 PM

    Room 125

  • Next Era Leadership Council Reception (Invitation Only)

    Friday / January 31
    05:30 PM — 06:30 PM

    Hall E Prefunction Area

  • Registration Open

    Saturday / February 1
    07:00 AM — 06:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • Sightseeing Ticket Pick-Up Open

    Saturday / February 1
    07:00 AM — 08:30 AM
  • ABA Board of Directors Breakfast (Invitation Only)

    Saturday / February 1
    08:00 AM — 09:00 AM

    Room 126B

  • IMG Annual Conference

    Separate Registration Required

    Saturday / February 1
    08:00 AM — 05:15 PM
  • ABA Board of Directors Meeting

    Saturday / February 1
    09:00 AM — 12:00 PM

    Room 126A

  • Sightseeing Tours

    Saturday / February 1
    09:00 AM — 01:00 PM

    Philadelphia

  • Airport Shuttles

    Saturday / February 1
    10:00 AM — 02:00 PM

    PHL and Host Hotels

  • Education Seminars

    Saturday / February 1
    10:00 AM — 05:30 PM

    Level 100 (Room 121AB, Room 122B)

  • NAMO Board Meeting *CANCELLED*

    Saturday / February 1
    10:00 AM — 12:00 PM

    Room 125

  • Next Era Leadership Council Lunch and Meeting (Invitation Only)

    Saturday / February 1
    12:15 PM — 02:00 PM

    Room 126B

  • Networking Floor Reception

    Saturday / February 1
    01:30 PM — 06:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • African American Motorcoach Council Meeting

    Saturday / February 1
    02:00 PM — 03:00 PM

    Room 124

  • Hispanic Motorcoach Council Meeting

    Saturday / February 1
    02:00 PM — 03:00 PM

    Room 123

  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Meeting

    Join this meeting to learn more about the DEI Committee’s efforts and enjoy an intimate fireside chat with Daniel Davis, Director of Diverse Marketing at Visit Philadelphia, and Sheila Alexander-Reid, Director of PHL Diversity at the Philadelphia CVB.

     

    DEI Meeting Agenda

    • Introductions
      • Boshia (ABA)
      • Co-Chairs: Staci (Nashville CVC) & Estela (Visit Fort Worth)
    • DEI Committee Updates
      • 2024 Accomplishments / 2025 Initiatives to Add Value to the Organization
    • Introduction of Sheila & Daniel
      • Short bios
      • Fireside Chat (Staci to facilitate questions)
    • Final Thoughts
    Saturday / February 1
    03:30 PM — 04:30 PM

    Room 124

  • Sweet Home Alabama Operator Reception

    Experience the best of Alabama's southern charm at our exclusive reception designed especially for Tour Operators. We have planned an unforgettable evening just for you. Experience the vibrant atmosphere filled with lively music, mouthwatering food, and refreshing drinks from the bars that will surely leave a lasting impression. Engage in captivating conversations and let loose on the dance floor, as we celebrate the beauty and hospitality of Sweet Home Alabama.

    Saturday / February 1
    05:30 PM — 06:30 PM

    Hall E Prefunction Area

  • DEI Reception with HMC, AAMC and WIB (Sold Out)

    Let's Glow and Get to Know Drop-In Reception | Come and learn more about DEI and some of our ABA Councils.

    DEI Committee: We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization where our members and employees are empowered by one another and embrace our differences, thus setting the standard for the motorcoach and tour & travel industry.

    African American Motorcoach Council: The AAMC provides resources and advocacy, fosters industry partnerships, and promotes diversity in motorcoach operations and management.

    Hispanic Motorcoach Council: HMC offers support through networking opportunities and information related to regulatory compliance, security issues, safety risks, legislative oversight, and government processes.

    Women in Buses Council: WIB recognizes and advances women’s role in the motorcoach industry through networking, education, and mentoring programs.

    Saturday / February 1
    06:00 PM — 08:00 PM

    Hard Rock Cafe Philadelphia Room

  • ABA Board of Directors Dinner (Invitation Only)

    Saturday / February 1
    07:00 PM — 09:00 PM
  • Experience Philadelphia on Your Own

    Saturday / February 1
    07:00 PM — 07:00 PM

    Philadelphia

  • Registration Open

    Sunday / February 2
    07:00 AM — 06:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • "Songwriter Sunday" Operator Breakfast

    Tennessee ‘Sounds Perfect’ and so do its songwriters! Join Tennessee partners from all corners of the state as they showcase the talents of three songwriters, all who have won showcase rounds of Tennessee Songwriters Week and have performed at The Bluebird Café. Look forward to the stories behind the music and the talent that is showcased statewide.

    Sunday / February 2
    07:45 AM — 08:45 AM

    Terrace Ballroom

  • IMG Annual Conference

    Separate Registration Required

    Sunday / February 2
    08:00 AM — 05:00 PM
  • Bus Industry Safety Council General Session

    Sunday / February 2
    09:00 AM — 10:30 AM

    Room 119AB

  • DMO/Receptive Appointment Session

    Sunday / February 2
    09:00 AM — 12:16 PM

    Business Floor/Exhibit Floor DE

  • Education Seminars

    Sunday / February 2
    09:30 AM — 05:30 PM

    Level 100 (Room 121AB, Room 122B)

  • BISC Education Sessions

    Sunday / February 2
    11:00 AM — 05:30 PM

    Level 100 (Room 119AB, Room 120B, Room120C)

  • Broadway Workshop: Behind the Magic of Broadway’s HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

    Presented by Group Sales Box Office at Broadway.com

    Have you ever wondered how Broadway magic comes to life before your very eyes? Now's your chance to meet with one of the minds behind the mind-bending illusions featured in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD. Peek behind the scenes and discover the magic firsthand with live demonstrations, hands-on experience, and a video tour of the Lyric Theatre – the completely refurbished and reimagined home of this Broadway megahit that allows you to step into Hogwarts from the moment the doors open.

    Sunday / February 2
    11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

    Room 126B

  • All-Delegate Lunch and Annual Meeting

    Join us as we gather everyone for the first time in 2025 to celebrate the state of ABA, be entertained by the best act afloat and recognize some special individuals who make a difference in our industry and the world.

    Sunday / February 2
    12:16 PM — 02:30 PM

    Terrace Ballroom

  • DMO/Receptive Appointment Session

    Sunday / February 2
    02:45 PM — 05:47 PM

    Business Floor/Exhibit Floor DE

  • Marketplace 2025 All-Delegate Evening Event: The Jersey WOW Experience

    ALL WE CAN SAY IS “WOW!”

    Come experience The Jersey WOW Experience this Sunday, February 2 from 7:00 – 9:30 PM at the Adventure Aquarium

    FEATURING

    • New Jersey Culinary Tastes & Sips
    • Adventure Aquarium Attractions
    • Animal Encounters, Touch Tanks, Hippo Feeding, Undersea Explorer Virtual Reality
    • New Jersey Destinations Activations
    • Boardwalk Experiences, Iconic Seaside Treats, Fossil Digs, Cultural Vibes
    • Live Music, Celebrity DJ, Dancing, Artisans

    Casual Attire Suggested with Comfortable Closed Toe Shoes

    Continuous Shuttle Service Provided from Host Hotels to Adventure Aquarium 6:30 PM — 10:00 PM

    Visit us at Booth 1061 on the ABA Marketplace Floor to learn more about The Jersey WOW Experience, our tour product and itineraries.

    Sunday / February 2
    07:00 PM — 09:30 PM

    Adventure Aquarium

  • Registration Open

    Monday / February 3
    07:00 AM — 06:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • "Bright Ideas & Bold Connections"Operator Breakfast

    Start your day in New York State with a side of laughter! Savor sweet bites while enjoying a hilarious comedic performance that'll start your day with a smile.

    Monday / February 3
    07:45 AM — 08:45 AM

    Terrace Ballroom

  • Lodging/Attraction Appointment Session Group 1

    Monday / February 3
    09:00 AM — 12:16 PM

    Business Floor/Exhibit Floor DE

  • BISC/BusMARC Meetings

    Monday / February 3
    09:30 AM — 04:00 PM

    Level 100 (Room 119AB, Room 120B, Room120C)

  • Education Seminars

    Monday / February 3
    09:30 AM — 05:30 PM

    Level 100 (Room 121AB, Room 122B)

  • "Best of Broadway" All-Delegate Lunch

    This year marks the 29th year that Group Sales Box Office brings the Best of Broadway to Marketplace. With a record-breaking 16 Broadway musicals set to take the stage at the Philadelphia Convention Center on Monday, February 3rd, attendees are in for a real Broadway extravaganza!  The thrilling and diverse lineup includes 10 titles never before seen at ABA - with one making its U.S. debut at Marketplace 2025! Nowhere else in the world can theatre fans catch 16 Broadway shows in just 80 showstopping minutes.

     

    Monday / February 3
    12:16 PM — 02:30 PM

    Terrace Ballroom

  • Lodging/Attraction Appointment Session Group 1

    Monday / February 3
    02:45 PM — 05:47 PM

    Business Floor/Exhibit Floor DE

  • BISC/BusMARC Closing Session

    Monday / February 3
    04:15 PM — 05:30 PM

    Room 119AB

  • Dine Around Philadelphia

    Monday / February 3
    07:00 PM — 07:00 PM

    Philadelphia

  • Foundation Afterglow

    Monday / February 3
    09:00 PM — 11:59 PM

    Hard Rock Cafe

  • Registration Open

    Tuesday / February 4
    07:00 AM — 06:00 PM

    Exhibit Hall DE

  • "Visit Williamsburg" Operator Breakfast

    Come and meet the Visit Williamsburg sales team and partners along with a special guest from the past!

    Tuesday / February 4
    07:45 AM — 08:45 AM

    Terrace Ballroom

  • BusMARC Meetings Offsite

    Tuesday / February 4
    09:00 AM — 03:00 PM

    TBD

  • Lodging/Attraction Appointment Sessions Group 2

    Tuesday / February 4
    09:00 AM — 12:30 PM

    Business Floor/Exhibit Floor DE

  • Education Seminars

    Tuesday / February 4
    09:30 AM — 12:00 PM

    Level 100 (Room 121AB, Room 122B)

  • “Where Do We Go from Here” All-Delegate Lunch

    Join us for our final lunch as we explore the evolution of travel and where we go from here.  Adam Sacks from Tourism Economics will share his expertise, humor and insights on what is next for our industry and the role of research and data.

    STAGE SPONSOR: Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, Valleyforge.org

    TABLE SPONSORS: Destination Greater Pittsburgh, GetYourGuide, Visit Delco

    VIDEO SPONSOR: GetYourGuide

    Tuesday / February 4
    12:30 PM — 02:00 PM

    Terrace Ballroom

  • Lodging/Attraction Appointment Sessions Group 2

    Tuesday / February 4
    02:15 PM — 05:03 PM

    Business Floor/Exhibit Floor DE

  • Exhibitor/Sponsor Move-Out

    Tuesday / February 4
    05:30 PM — 08:00 PM

    Exhibit Halls DE

  • Closing All-Delegate Reception: Road to Reno

    We’re thrilled to announce that next year’s Marketplace will be heading to The Biggest Little City In The World for 2026! Let’s close out Marketplace 2025 with an evening filled with DJ Danny spinning the hits from the 80’s-90”s, delicious bites, and engaging conversation.

    But let’s get the party started early — Come by our booth for a chance to win one of three custom-painted Reno Tahoe one-of-a-kind items and request your favorite tunes with DJ Danny before the Road to Reno!

    Dress code is 80’s – 90’s Era Costumes! Come ready to celebrate and start counting down to our next adventure!

    We can’t wait to toast with you in Philadelphia and share what’s in store for Reno!

    Tuesday / February 4
    07:00 PM — 09:00 PM

    Terrace Ballroom

  • ABA Jam Band After Party

    Keep your dancing shoes on in the Terrace Ballroom as the ABA Jam Band Afterparty begins at 9:15 PM!  Cash bars and good tunes from your favorite ABA members will keep the night going as we celebrate the end of a successful Marketplace!

    Tuesday / February 4
    09:15 PM — 11:00 PM

    Terrace Ballroom

  • Airport Shuttles

    Wednesday / February 5
    05:30 AM — 12:30 PM

    PHL and Host Hotels