Companies Invited to Participate in Toy Fair® 2025 Student Congress Day

January 31, 2025 | Toy Fair® exhibitors will have the opportunity to connect with hundreds of university students participating in the Student Congress program, taking place Sunday, March 2 during the four-day show at the Javits Center in New York City.

Student Congress is an exclusive day-long series of events for undergraduates of various disciplines who would like to learn about and make connections within the toy industry. Participating students will be treated to a networking hour, presentations from industry insiders, and an “Open House” visit to booths on the show floor. Exhibiting companies that wish to participate in the open house have until Friday, February 7 to complete this form.

In addition to the Student Congress agenda, students can have their resumes reviewed and receive personalized feedback from experienced professionals.

“Many of us entered the business of toys and play through pure happenstance, but Student Congress is an opportunity to change that, facilitating the pipeline of talent for our industry and making students more aware of the vast opportunities available to them across our industry — from product development to media marketing, retail, and beyond,” said Kimberly Carcone, executive vice president of global market events at The Toy Association. “We are excited to invite these students to experience the wonder and innovation that will be on full display throughout Toy Fair.”

Students interested in attending and toy companies interested in connecting with Student Congress participants should contact Jacqueline Retzer, director of event management at The Toy Association.

Toy Fair® will take place March 1 to 4, 2025 at the Javits Center in New York City. Attendee registration and hotel bookings are now open. Limited space is available to secure a spot to exhibit. Visit ToyFairNY.com to learn more.