Seattle XR Conference 2026
We are excited to invite you to Seattle XR Conference 2026! Join us for a fun day of talks, participate in workshops, and meeting, folks to talk about all things XR. The day will be split in two, with a morning session followed by lunch, followed by an afternoon session. A more detailed schedule will be posted closer to the day.
The goal of the event is to bring people interested in immersive technologies together to share their experiences and have a good time.
Some of the featured speakers include:
Virtual Dreams Student Showcase (Agog and The SiM)
Ryan Gerber (3DStoryteller)
Paolo Tosolini and María Sánchez Isaza (Tosolini Productions)
Simon Manning (NBBJ Design)
Jason de Parrie-Turner (Heliorana Multimedia, MS Immersive Media Communication)
Sabin Timalsena (Dark Arts Software)
Kent Bye (Voices of VR)
Jeff Rayner (MXTReality)
Grant Hinkson (Parietal Lab, Connectome, Constellations)
Patrick Ascolese (Dark Arts Software)
John Akers (UW Reality Lab)
I'm new to the XR field and the Seattle XR community. I feel like an imposter. Is this event for me?
Definitely!
We all at some point feel like an imposter, so don’t worry about it and join us. We are a very welcoming group. If you're still uncomfortable, please contact us and we'd be happy to talk to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there parking? How do I get there if I don’t have a car?
By car:
Yes, for the event, there is free parking in the UW GlX garage.
By train:
If you’re coming from any Link Light Rail station north of International District, take the 2 Line Link Rail to Spring District Station then walk 5 minutes to GIX.
If you’re coming from any Link Light Rail station south of International District, take the 1 Line North to International District Station, and transfer to the 2 Link Light Rail to Spring District Station then walk 5 minutes to GIX.
What are you spending our ticket money on?
We’re a non-profit, so all ticket proceeds are spent on the event itself. Typically this means venue rental, food, drinks, and other supplies. Any leftover funds remain with SITA, the Seattle Immersive Technology Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, and are used to subsidize future events.
I'd love to come, but I really can't afford the cost. Is there any way I can get in for free?
Definitely. Contact us and let us know about your circumstances and we'll get you sorted. As a community event with relatively low costs to run, we want to make sure as many people can come regardless of resources.
We are also offering free tickets to students - just make sure to note what school you are attending.
Of course, if you do have the funds, we ask that you buy a ticket and support the event so that we can run it again. If you're feeling extra flush with cash, SITA is a registered non-profit and always open to donations that let us run more events and make things easier for those who need a break at the moment to participate.
Thanks to our Sponsors and Community Partners!
University of Washington Global Innovation Exchange
Seattle Interactive Media-Lab (The SiM)
Disclaimers
We, the organizers, along with our fiscal and venue sponsors, the Seattle Immersive Technology Association and University of Washington Global Innovation Exchange (GIX), take no responsibility for you or your stuff while you're at the event. We recommend you keep your belongings with you at all times. If you have any problems, please let us know so we can help, but are ultimately responsible for your person and belongings.
Code of Conduct
The Seattle Immersive Technology Association is committed to providing a harassment-free environment for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion (or lack thereof), or expertise.
We do not tolerate harassment of any kind. Harassment may include but is not limited to verbal abuse, sexually explicit or derogatory language, offensive or sexual cartoons or materials, mimicry, offensive gestures, unwelcome sexual advances, and inappropriate physical contact. In general, sexual advances of any kind are considered unwelcome by default and are not appropriate at this event. We will, in general, give more weight to the account of the victim over that of the aggressor in interpreting whether harassment has occurred.
Drugs and alcohol are not permitted on site. Individuals who appear intoxicated or otherwise under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be asked to leave the event until they have recovered.
If you are being harassed, notice someone being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact an organizer or volunteer immediately.
If, in the eyes of the Organizers, an individual attending the event is seen to have violated these rules, they may be warned, sanctioned, or asked to leave the event without a refund (if applicable).
In short - be aware of your actions and their effects on others and be nice to one another.
Refund Policy
We will refund your ticket if we receive your request to do so at least 7 days before the event. We may, at our discretion, give late refunds in extenuating circumstances if we are able to re-sell your ticket.
This policy exists so that we can recoup our costs once we've committed to spending money based on your attendance.
Image Policy
We will collect video and images throughout the event for use in our public gallery and promotional materials for future events. By attending the event, you give us permission to use your image in this way.
If you would like to attend but are not comfortable about being in photos, please tell an organizer and we'll arrange to avoid capturing your image.
Attendees may collect video and images for their own use following the normal rules for doing so in public. Please be aware that taking photos and video of someone without their consent may be deemed a form of harassment and thus violate our code of conduct.
Contacting Us
For more information about the event, or for any other questions, drop us a line at [email protected].