LDI 2025 Dates Announced Following Successful 2024 Event
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2024 – Questex’s Live Design International (LDI) 2024 wrapped up an impressive showing, drawing more than 13,000 live event and entertainment design technology professionals and over 350 exhibitors. The event offered a mix of groundbreaking gear, educational opportunities, and industry networking.
LDI 2024 cemented its position as a key gathering for live entertainment and production technology. This year’s event saw significant growth, including the largest professional training program in its history, a 50% increase in LDInstitute™ classes, and a 10% larger exhibit floor.
“LDI 2024 was a vibrant celebration of creativity, innovation, and the community that drives the live entertainment industry,” said Jessi Cybulski, Show Director, LDI. “With strong training, an exciting exhibition floor, and numerous opportunities to connect, this year’s event surpassed expectations. We are excited to see what the industry brings to LDI 2025.”
LDI 2024 Highlights
- A Bustling Expo Hall: The exhibition floor featured over 350 exhibits, showcasing the latest technologies and trends shaping live entertainment.
- Keynote Excellence: Visionary speakers provided insights into the future of entertainment technology.
- Expanded Training Programs: Educational offerings included 75 LDInstitute™ classes and over 125 LDInnovation™ Conference sessions.
- Unrivaled Networking: LDI 2024 offered networking opportunities.
- Behind-the-Scenes Access: Tours offered insights into venues. Some tours included a live performance of Cirque du Soleil’s Mystère.
- Fierce Battle of Busk Competition: A battle of intense busking training and competition took the floor.
- Inspiring the Next Generation: The Foster the Future program supported emerging talent.
What Attendees and Sponsors Said
Michaela Ternasky-Holland, Creator of Immersive, Spatial, & Interactive Experiences stated, “As far as the quality of programming and the quality of showroom floor, it’s definitely some of the top memories I’ll have when it goes to conferences and attending events.” Shane Smith, Sr. Director Technology at LMG, Inc. added, “If you’re thinking about coming to LDI or getting into this industry, I would certainly recommend you taking advantage of this amazing opportunity that happens every year. Just great exposure to many of the manufacturers, all of the technology that you see on any of the events that are happening out there is here at the LDI conference.” Brian Crane, Founder, Crane Light & Design, described the experience as, “I was like a kid walking into a candy store.”
Looking Ahead to LDI 2025
LDI 2025 will take place December 3-9, 2025, at the West Hall in the Las Vegas Convention Center. The conference begins December 3, with the expo floor open December 7-9. For sponsorship details, contact Kelly Turner, Director of Sales, at kturner@questex.com.
About Live Design International (LDI)
Established in 1988, LDI has become a key trade show and conference for global live design professionals. Attendees come to see the latest gear and entertainment technology, covering audio, lighting, projection, video, and XR. It is also an opportunity for professional training and networking. For more information, visit http://www.ldishow.com/.
About Questex
Questex helps people through the markets that help people live better, and longer. Questex connects its ecosystem through live events, data insights, and digital communities.
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