Taking place on 15–17 January 2026 at the Istanbul Expo Center as part of the ATRAX Exhibition, AQUAFUN – The Special Section for Pools, Spas, and Water Entertainment Systems is preparing to welcome its visitors this year under the theme “SeriousFun, Blue Sustainability.” The event emphasizes that water is not only a source of entertainment, but also a strategic component of sustainable living environments.
AQUAFUN 2026 will bring together a wide range of products and services under one roof, from swimming pools to aqua parks, from spa solutions to eco-friendly water technologies. Environmentally friendly materials, energy-efficient solutions, and water-based infrastructure systems will play a significant role in the sustainable transformation of cities.
Economic Potential: Water Amusement as a Growing Investment Area
With a global market volume exceeding 75 billion dollars, the water entertainment and spa sector holds strategic importance for hotels, residential projects, wellness centers, and public space investments.
At AQUAFUN 2026, high-efficiency pool systems, smart automation technologies, natural filtration solutions, and next-generation equipment designed to reduce environmental impacts will take center stage. In this way, businesses will have the opportunity to both lower their costs and minimize their environmental footprint.
Social Contribution: Well-being and Health Through Water
Swimming pools and spa facilities are no longer considered a luxury, but rather social investments that serve public health. AQUAFUN 2026 supports public well-being with solutions that redefine the role of water in urban planning.
Key highlights to be showcased at the exhibition include:
- Pool systems that provide water savings
- Energy-efficient heating and disinfection solutions
- Advanced spa technologies for wellness and health tourism
- Biological pool systems contributing to ecological balance
- Cost-effective solutions for municipalities and public facility projects
A New Hub for International Trade
Bringing together professionals from Germany, Italy, the UAE, the Middle East, and the Balkans, AQUAFUN 2026 will serve as a strong platform for new partnerships and commercial agreements
