Class · NACE Rev. 2.1
93.29 Amusement and recreation activities n.e.c.
active
Includes
- operation (exploitation) of coin-operated games
- rental of leisure and pleasure equipment as an integral part of recreational facilities
- operation of mechanical rides, games and shows by independent providers (e.g. at fairgrounds, festivals, Christmas markets)
- activities of beaches, including rental of facilities (e.g. bathhouses, beach chairs and umbrellas)
- activities of independent animators in amusement and recreation facilities
- operation of dance floors and ballrooms where beverage serving is not the main activity
- operation of computer rooms for playing computer games
- operation of self-service amusement devices (e.g. rocking chairs/horses/cars/spaceships)
- operation of airsoft and paintball courts
- operation of virtual reality or geolocated games/experiences
- amusement and recreation activities related to the infrastructure of marinas
- operation of billiard halls
- operation of escape rooms
- operation of bowling alleys
- creation and presentation of light and sound shows
- activities of guides for underwater excursions
- creation and presentation of fireworks displays
- operation of picnic grounds
- operation of laser games
- entertainment activities in retirement homes
Also includes
- activities of producers or entrepreneurs of live amusement and recreation events, with or without facilities
- technical planning, supply, setting-up and operation of audiovisual equipment and special effects associated with the organisation of non-artistic events
Excludes
- transport by cableways, ski lifts and chairlifts, which may include the preparation of ski slopes, see 49.34
- fishing trips, see 50.10, 50.30
- provision of space and facilities for short-stay visitors in recreational parks, forests and camping grounds, see 55.30
- recreational camps, hunting and fishing camps, campsites and camping grounds, see 55.30
- mobile food service activities, see 56.12
- activities of security personnel for events, concerts, fairs and exhibitions, see 80.01
- organisation of conferences, conventions and trade shows, see 82.30
- provision of services for events, fairs and exhibitions that are part of public order and safety activities, see 84.24
- theatrical and circus groups, see 90.20
- operation of arts facilities (e.g. concert halls, theatre halls, music venues, music clubs and similar facilities for live performances), see 90.31
- technical planning, supply, setting-up and operation of audiovisual equipment and special effects associated with the organisation of artistic events, see 90.39
- operation of gambling or lottery games, see 92.00
- operation of sports facilities (e.g. swimming pools, skating rinks), see 93.11
- activities of water sports clubs (canoeing, rowing, sailing, etc.), see 93.12
- activities of amusement parks and theme parks, see 93.21
What changed from NACE Rev. 2
Per the official Eurostat correspondence table (NACE Rev. 2 → NACE Rev. 2.1):
| NACE Rev. 2 origin | Heading (Rev. 2) | Mapping | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82.30 | Organisation of conventions and trade shows | NACE Rev. 2 class 82.30 is mapped to NACE Rev. 2.1 classes 82.30, 93.29 | 7:7 |
| 93.11 | Operation of sports facilities | NACE Rev. 2 class 93.11 is mapped to NACE Rev. 2.1 classes 93.11, 93.12, 93.29 | 7:7 |
| 93.19 | Other sports activities | NACE Rev. 2 class 93.19 is mapped to NACE Rev. 2.1 classes 93.19, 93.29 | 7:7 |
| 93.21 | Activities of amusement parks and theme parks | NACE Rev. 2 class 93.21 is mapped to NACE Rev. 2.1 classes 93.21, 93.29 | 7:7 |
| 93.29 | Other amusement and recreation activities | NACE Rev. 2 class 93.29 is mapped to NACE Rev. 2.1 classes 84.25, 93.11, 93.12, 93.19, 93.29 | 7:7 |
Content moved from 82.30 includes:
- technical planning, supply, setting up and operation of audiovisual equipment and special effects associated with the organisation of conventions and trade shows
Content moved from 93.11 includes:
- operation of bowling halls
Content moved from 93.19 includes:
- technical planning, supply, setting up and operation of audiovisual equipment and special effects associated with the organisation of sports events
Content moved from 93.21 includes:
- operation of mechanical rides, games and shows by independent providers, e.g. at fairgrounds, folk festivals and Christmas markets
Content moved from 93.29 includes:
- operation (exploitation) of coin-operated games
- rental of leisure and pleasure equipment as an integral part of recreational facilities
- operation of mechanical rides, games and shows by independent providers, e.g. at fairgrounds, folk festivals and Christmas markets
- activities of beaches, including rental of facilities (e.g. bathhouses, beach chairs and umbrellas)
- activities of independent animators in amusement and recreation facilities
- operation of dance floors and ballrooms where beverage serving is not the main activity
- operation of computer rooms for playing computer games
- operation of self-service amusement devices, e.g. rocking chairs/horses/cars/space ships
- operation of airsoft and paintball courts
- games/experiences of reality virtual or geolocated
- amusement and recreation activities related to the infrastructure of marinas
- operation of billiard halls
- operation of escape rooms
- light and sound shows
- activities of guides for underwater excursions
- creation and presentation of fireworks
- operation of picnic grounds not associated with a nature reserve
- operation of laser games
- activities of producers or entrepreneurs of live amusement and recreation events, with or without facilities
- technical planning, supply, setting up and operation of audiovisual equipment and special effects associated with the organisation of live amusement and recreation events
Related codes
Reference data
| Code | 93.29 |
|---|---|
| Level | Class |
| Parent | 93.2 |
| Classification | NACE Rev. 2.1 |
| Legal basis | Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/137 |
| Source | Eurostat (ShowVoc dissemination platform) |
| Data checked | 2026-07-20 |