The toy industry is getting ready to gather in person for The Toy Association‘s 2023 Preview & 2022 Holiday Market, taking place from Sept. 20-22 in Dallas.
To celebrate the first day of the event, The Toy Foundation (TTF) is inviting the industry to its Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards and Opening Night Party, taking place on Sept. 20 at the Grand Pavilion Trade Mart Building in the Dallas Market Center. The event will benefit TTF’s programs for kids in need.
The event will begin at 4:30 pm. with the unveiling of TOTY category winners, showcasing toys that will be on shelves for the holiday season. TTF will also share updates about its initiatives, including its Play Grants program and The Toy Bank. The festivities will continue at the annual Opening Night Party.
“The TOTY Awards and Opening Night Party in Dallas will be an evening of celebrations and an exciting return to in-person industry events for many!” says Kimberly Carcone, senior vice president of global market events at The Toy Association. “We look forward to bringing everyone together to reconnect, network, and honor the hottest toys of the holiday season. The three-day marketplace will also provide a sneak peek at what’s coming down the pipeline for 2023. It’s a not-to-be-missed opportunity for everyone in the business of toys, play, and youth entertainment!”
Tickets will be available online starting on June 1. Click here for more information about the TOTY Awards and here for more details about the 2023 Preview & 2022 Holiday Market.
