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5/12/2026

Global Toy Industry Leaders Convene in Amsterdam for ICTI Annual General Meeting

The Toy Association’s Chief Policy Officer Kathrin Belliveau joined nearly 30 representatives of national toy trade associations from around the world for the International Council of Toy Industries (ICTI) Annual General Meeting, held May 6 to 8 in Amsterdam.

5/12/2026

The Toy Foundation Named a Charitable Partner of Licensing Expo 2026

The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) is proud to announce its role as a charitable partner of Informa Markets’ Licensing Expo 2026, the world’s largest brand licensing trade show taking place May 19 to 21 in Las Vegas. This

5/12/2026

Tariff Updates on CAPE Refunds & Section 122 Ruling

The Toy Association is sharing several trade developments of interest to toy industry importers and members monitoring U.S. tariff litigation, previously provided to members via email

5/8/2026

Learn How to Navigate Crisis & Protect Brand Credibility (Webinar)

Last call to register! Toy industry professionals are reminded to sign up for “When Play Turns Serious: Managing Crisis, Protecting Trust, & Responding with Confidence,” a Toy Association webinar taking place Thursday, May 14 at 2 p.m. (Eastern).

5/7/2026

State Regulatory Updates in New Mexico & California

State regulators in New Mexico and California have finalized two major regulations that will impact toy companies.

5/5/2026

Toy Association Advocates for Key Changes to EU Glitter & Microplastics Proposed Amendment

Recent advocacy by The Toy Association™ has resulted in key changes to a proposed amendment to the European Union regulation on synthetic polymer microplastics (SPM), impacting toys and craft products that contain glitter.

5/5/2026

Sponsor The Toy Foundation’s Golf & Give FUNdraiser

Mark your calendars for the return of The Toy Foundation’s Golf & Give LA FUNdraiser, taking place at TopGolf El Segundo on Wednesday, September 16 during The Toy Association’s LA Fall Preview Market Weeks. More

5/4/2026

The Toy Association™ & The Toy Foundation™ Release 2025 Impact Reports

The Toy Association™ and The Toy Foundation™ have released their 2025 Impact Reports, outlining a year of leadership, philanthropy, and progress on behalf of the global toy and play community.

5/4/2026

Chicago Toy & Game Fair to Celebrate Star Wars’ 50th Anniversary

This Star Wars Day, the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (CHITAG) is giving fans something to look forward to: a celebration of a galaxy far, far away for the 50th anniversary Star Wars.

5/1/2026

Toy Association & Amazon Partner to Share Toy Safety Guidance with Families

The Toy Association™ has partnered with Amazon to bring expert-backed toy safety guidance directly to consumers. The initiative features educational articles to help families make informed decisions so children safely play at home.

5/1/2026

Reminder: Renew Toy Fair® Exhibit Space by May 13 to Secure Priority Booth Placement

Toy Fair® 2026 exhibitors are reminded to submit their renewal applications for the 121st Toy Fair®, taking place February 20 to 23, 2027 at the Javits Center in New York City.