From Spark to Spectacle: The Journey Continues
Celebrate 70 years of leadership, learning, and global connection in this special collector’s edition of ie: the business of international events, published by the International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA).
This commemorative issue traces the remarkable evolution of IFEA—from its founding in 1956 as a small gathering of visionary festival managers to its role today as a worldwide network serving the festivals and events industry across six continents. Through richly researched historical features, detailed timelines, and firsthand accounts, readers are invited to revisit defining moments, influential leaders, and milestones that shaped both the association and the industry itself.
