Upcoming Events related to XR (VR, AR, MR) and 3D Technology

Here is a list of upcoming Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality (VR/AR/MR) events scheduled for 2025:


1.     IEEE Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces (IEEE VR) 2025

    • Dates: March 8–12, 2025
    • Location: Saint-Malo, Brittany, France
    • Overview: A premier international event presenting research in VR, AR, and MR, featuring workshops such as:
      • 3rd Workshop on Locomotion and Wayfinding in XR
      • 2nd Workshop on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Transparency, and Ethics in XR
      • 3rd Workshop on XR Technologies for Healthcare, Wellbeing, and Medicine
    • More Information: https://ieeevr.org/

2.     Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025

    • Dates: March 17–21, 2025
    • Location: Moscone Convention Center, San Francisco, California, USA
    • Overview: A premier event for game developers, offering sessions on various aspects of game development, including VR and AR. Attendees can participate in workshops, panels, and networking events to explore the latest trends and technologies in the gaming industry.
    • More Information: https://gdconf.com/

3.     Augmented World Expo (AWE) USA 2025

    • Dates: June 10–12, 2025
    • Location: Long Beach, California, USA
    • Overview: A leading event for AR and VR enthusiasts, AWE showcases the latest XR technologies and industry applications.
    • More Information: https://www.awexr.com/

4.     Meta Connect 2025

    • Dates: September 17–18, 2025
    • Location: To be announced
    • Overview: Meta's annual conference showcasing the latest in Meta Horizon updates and future technologies, including VR and AR developments.
    • More Information: https://about.meta.com/events/meta-connect/

5.     VRST 2025

    • Dates: November 12–14, 2025
    • Location: Hyatt Hotel Downtown, Quebec City, Canada
    • Overview: A premier international symposium for presenting new research results, systems, and techniques in VR, AR, and MR software and technology.
    • More Information: https://sigchi.org/events/vrst-2025/

6.     ArtFutura 2025

    • Dates: To be announced
    • Locations: Various cities including Buenos Aires, Bogotá, Lisbon, London, Madrid, and São Paulo
    • Overview: An annual festival of digital culture that explores topics such as VR, AR, and interactive installations. The 2025 edition, themed "The Future Arrives Early," will feature conferences, workshops, exhibitions, and live shows focusing on the latest advancements in immersive technologies.
    • More Information: https://www.artfutura.org/v3/en/

7.     Adobe MAX 2025

    • Dates: To be announced
    • Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Overview: An annual creativity conference hosted by Adobe Inc., showcasing new developments in Adobe's suite of applications. The event includes sessions on VR and AR design, offering insights into the latest tools and techniques for creating immersive experiences.
    • More Information: https://max.adobe.com/

8.     Games of the Future 2025

    • Dates: November 21 – December 5, 2025
    • Location: United Arab Emirates (specific city to be announced)
    • Overview: An annual global phygital sports tournament featuring disciplines such as Phygital Football, Phygital Basketball, Phygital Shooter, and Phygital Dancing, integrating VR and AR technologies to create immersive competitive experiences.
    • More Information: https://en.gofuture.games/

9.  Perth Festival 2025

    • Dates: February 7 – March 2, 2025
    • Location: Perth, Australia
    • Overview: The 2025 Perth Festival features a diverse program, including VR experiences. Highlights include the "Ultimate Safari VR" experience, offering attendees immersive storytelling through cutting-edge VR technology.
    • More Information: https://www.perthfestival.com.au

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