As we slowly step into January and finish off any remaining holiday treats, we’re more excited than ever for the new decade and the promises it brings. Virtual reality is expected to grow by leaps and bounds, with augmented and mixed reality close behind it.
And wouldn’t you like to be in the room where it happens, so to speak? Our calendars are already heavily sprinkled with upcoming conferences and it’s honestly hard to pick a favorite one. We’ll leave it to you to decide.
Here is our list of top 10 VR conferences you should be looking out for, in order of appearance:
When: March 28 (China), May 27, 2020 (US), 15 October (Germany)
Where: USA, China, Germany
Why: One of the world's most trusted VR & AR events, AWE typically occurs thrice a year with separate events in the US, Europe and Asia.
When: April 22, 2020
Where: France
Why: Laval Virtual includes an exhibition, conference, and awards ceremony centered around VR, AR and MR, with 22 years in the industry.
When: April 28, 2020
Where: United Kingdom
Why: XR Europe is a senior-level VR and AR industry event, focusing on VR-based marketing and business solutions.
When: May 5, 2020
Where: Boston, MA
Why: XR Immersive Enterprise offers a very hands-on approach to conferencing with dozens of hand-picked experts ready to help attendees choose the best VR solutions for their business.
When: June 6, 2020
Where: Canada
Why: This meetup-turned-world-conference offers lectures, exploring all branches of ethics, science, and humanity through immersive technologies.
When: June 10, 2020
Where: United Kingdom
Why: An enterprise-focused showcase of the latest technologies and business strategies.
When: July 19, 2020
Where: Washington, DC
Why: If computer graphics are your forte, this event will offer everything you need ranging from latest research to innovative demos.
When: November 4, 2020
Where: The Netherlands
Why: Learn about the past, present and future of XR; this conference offers something for everyone.
When: November 10, 2020
Where: United Kingdom
Why: Learn how to create, market, and distribute your digital creations using the latest technologies.
When: TBD, 2020
Where: San Francisco, California
Why: XRDC introduces numerous experts from all corners of the industry, often in partnership with global leaders such as Airbnb, Amazon, and Tencent.