Immersive Experience Network

05/10/2026

Hidden inside an industrial warehouse in Cardiff is - a unique creative hub where artists and technologists are pushing the boundaries of immersive storytelling. From fulldome cinema and XR to dance, opera and digital art, this remarkable space has helped bring ambitious ideas to life on stages around the world.

But this remarkable space is now under threat, with the team launching a crowdfunding campaign to help secure its future.

Discover the story behind CULTVR, why it matters to the immersive sector, and how you can support its next chapter in this article by Writer on the Immersive Experience Network

21/09/2026

IAAPA IAAPA Expo Europe is happening this week!

We’re really looking forward to connecting with the immersive entertainment, attractions and experiential industry at Excel London plus we’ll be hosting an IEN Member’s Meet-up on Thursday.

As immersive entertainment continues to evolve, creating experiences that are engaging, interactive and memorable has never been more important. IAAPA Expo Europe brings together the people, ideas and innovations shaping the future of the industry - with 800+ exhibitors showcasing the latest developments across attractions, entertainment and leisure.

IEN MEMBER MEET-UP
📍 ExCeL London
📅 24 September
⏰ 12:30–1:30pm
🤝 Members Meetup

The meetup location will be shared in the Members Hub, so make sure you check in there for the details.

Not got your IAAPA ticket yet? 🎟️
Head to the IAAPA website to find out more.
See you in London! 👋

18/09/2026

Join us for our next Immersive Creator network & social huddle, back at Temple of Arts & Music in Elephant & Castle. Come meet the community and find new creative partners and collaborators!

We're running this event in partnership with LEXRA - The global association for Location Based XR - in town for IAPPA at Excel which is the global trade fair for the themed entertainment industry.

Tickets available via our website

Join us at a unique networking opportunity for immersive creators to meet and meaningfully connect with each other.

14/09/2026

🤖 MEMBERS’ VIRTUAL HUDDLE
17 September | 1–2pm | Online

Using AI to Tell a Story About the Horror of AI with writer of The Black Mirror Experience.

How do you use AI to create a story about the dangers of AI?

The talk covers writing to Black Mirror’s tone for a broad audience, using gen AI as moments of improvisation within an authored narrative structure, and sustaining story across double the industry-standard duration for location-based VR… and we can’t wait!

⚡ Members: RSVP on the Hub.

Not a member? Join the network to access Virtual Huddles, recordings and IRL events.
Find out more →

13/09/2026

Recovering from two days at Big Thing in Llandudno. An amazing coming together of immersive artists primarily working in the visual and digital arts. We had a great time running three panels and a huddle event - and great to hear they’ve got funding for another 3 years!

10/09/2026

The Immersive Arts UK Big Thing has opened! Come join one the Immersive Experience Network sessions - or our Huddle at 16:00 at Dylan’s

08/09/2026

We’re heading to Immersive Arts UK in Llandudno and are delighted to be involved in some exciting panels, workshops, and IRL Huddles.

Thur 10 Sept:
⚡️Building a sustainable practice panel discussion
⚡️IEN IRL Huddle

Fri 11 Sept:
⚡️The business of being an artist panel discussion
⚡️Funding immersive work: who to approach and how panel discussion

With inspiring speakers, important discussions, and the chance to meet new connections and network - it’s one not to miss!

Discover the full schedule and tickets from the immersive arts website.

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24/08/2026

We're super excited to be collaborating with and to support - including running a networking huddle for Immersive Creators - including AV performances from .str . Check out the full week's program and come meet some new collaborators.

05/06/2026

📰 YOUR FRIDAY READ HAS LANDED

What makes London Experience Week so special?

In this latest article, speaks with head of WXO James Wellman to explore the story behind the event and why its impact extends far beyond talks, showcases and networking.

From new collaborations to lasting relationships, it’s a powerful reminder of what can happen when the global experience industry comes together.

A must-read for anyone working in immersive experiences, attractions, experiential marketing, themed entertainment and the wider experience economy.

Read the full article on the IEN website