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SANTA CLAUS, IND.<\/strong> \u2013 Indiana\u2019s annual tourism conference was held March 16\u201318 in Indianapolis, where more than 370 tourism leaders from across the state gathered for networking, professional development, and the Indiana Tourism Awards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The Indiana Tourism Awards honor tourism organizations that demonstrate creativity, innovation, and strong return on investment. Holiday World walked away with two awards this year: Best New Experience and Best New Merchandise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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\u201cWe\u2019re truly grateful for this recognition,\u201d said Eric Snow, Chief Marketing Officer at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari. \u201cOur team pours their hearts into creating unforgettable moments for our Guests, and it\u2019s rewarding to see that dedication honored.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Holiday World received Best New Experience for its addition of the Dinosaur Corn Maze Adventure and Dinos Soar in the Sky drone show during Happy Halloween Weekends<\/a>. The dinosaur theme was so popular that it will return in 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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\u201cWe love feedback from our Guests, and they were loud and clear about their enthusiasm for dinosaurs last year,\u201d said Lauren Crosby, Fourth-Generation Owner & Director of Entertainment & Events. \u201cWe are excited to bring a brand-new batch of dinosaurs, a new corn maze design, and an entirely new dinos drone show to Holiday World this fall!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The team also earned Best New Merchandise for its 25 Years of Free Unlimited Soft Drinks commemorative cup set.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Holiday World opens for its 80th season in May. To celebrate the park\u2019s milestone birthday this summer, the operating calendar has been expanded, and several fan-favorite events and entertainment offerings will return, including the Holidays in the Sky Drone and Fireworks Spectacular<\/a>, the Dino Corn Maze Adventure, the Nerveless Nocks stunt show<\/a>, and the Summer Wine\u2019d Down Culinary Festival<\/a>. A new event announcement is expected in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The Indiana Tourism Association\u2019s mission is advocating the value of tourism in Indiana and supporting the best practices of its members. Established in 1980, the association partners with the Indiana Destination Development Corporation, Association of Indiana Restaurant and Lodging and other statewide associations to support tourism investment and promotion as an economic contributor to the state.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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SANTA CLAUS, IND. \u2013 Indiana\u2019s annual tourism conference was held March 16\u201318 in Indianapolis, where more than 370 tourism leaders from across the state gathered for networking, professional development, and the Indiana Tourism Awards. The Indiana Tourism Awards honor tourism organizations that demonstrate creativity, innovation, and strong return on investment. 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