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Belfast XR Festival : Future Audiences

Belfast XR Festival : Future Audiences

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The Belfast XR Festival: Future Audiences is scheduled for 2 November 2026 at Digital Catapult in Belfast. This event will explore how immersive technology and collaboration can influence the audiences of the future.

A day exploring how immersive technology, new ideas and collaboration can shape the audiences of tomorrow.

BXRF 2026: Future Audiences brings together artists, producers, cultural organisations, funders and creative technology practitioners to explore how immersive and emerging technologies are reshaping the ways audiences will experience, participate in and connect with culture.

Taking place at Digital Catapult Northern Ireland, the programme considers what it means to design for the audiences of tomorrow, from new forms of immersive storytelling and participation to the technologies, creative practices and partnerships that can broaden access and engagement.

The afternoon begins with a welcome lunch and immersive showcases from Glasseye and Imvizar, giving attendees the chance to experience cutting-edge projects first-hand, exchange ideas and connect with fellow creators from across the island

Following an introduction from BXRF Festival Director Deepa Mann–Kler, ITN will share insights into its work and the evolving relationship between audiences, storytelling and emerging technology. An Immersive Arts UK panel in partnership with Nerve Centre will then bring together Artist voices to discuss the opportunities and challenges involved in developing meaningful immersive experiences for new and diverse audiences.

The programme continues with the launch of SHINE, Eirmersive's Shared Island initiative connecting immersive creators, storytellers and creative practitioners across the island of Ireland. Connect with the Eirmersive community, discover new opportunities, forge new collaborations and have your voice heard as we shape the future of SHINE together.

The day will close with an informal networking session, providing space for attendees to continue conversations, exchange ideas and develop new connections.

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EIRMERSIVE, DIGITAL CATAPULT, INNOVATE UK TECH NETWORK, IMMERSIVE ARTS UK and ARTS COUNCIL OF NORTHERN IRELAND.

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Belfast XR Festival : Future Audiences takes place on Monday, 2 November 2026 at 11:00.

Belfast XR Festival : Future Audiences is held at Digital Catapult in Belfast (8 Lanyon Place, Belfast, BT1 3LP).

Entry to Belfast XR Festival : Future Audiences is free.

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