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Virtual Event

Brand events leverage VR as an alternative to traditional entertainment

Implications - Replacing traditional forms of event entertainment, brands have begun incorporating virtual and augmented reality experiences into consumer-facing soirees in order to offer singular, personal experiences. Such experiences provide a means for brands to engage consumers in a way that is grounded in play. This progression speaks to the power of digitally enriched experiences and the role of exclusivity marketing, given that the experience is hard to replicate for those not there.
Workshop Question - What element of play can be incorporated into your marketing strategy?
Trend Themes
1. Virtual and Augmented Reality Experiences at Events - Brands are incorporating virtual and augmented reality experiences into their events for more personalized and exclusive experiences.
2. Virtual Reality for Interactive Experiential Marketing - Virtual reality technology is becoming an effective way for brands to interact with customers and build their brand presence.
3. Virtual Reality for Immersive Entertainment - Virtual reality technology is transforming auditory and visual experiences of music and theatre into immersive experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Event Planning and Entertainment - The event planning and entertainment industry can benefit from incorporating virtual and augmented reality experiences into their events.
2. Market Research and Consumer Engagement - The use of virtual reality in interactive experiential marketing can provide more thorough and engaging insights on consumer behavior.
3. Art and Culture, Gaming - Virtual reality technology can transform the audience experience in music, theatre, and gaming industries.
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Featured Examples

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Virtual Fashion Shows
YouVisit's VR Tours Bring Russia's Mercedez Benz Fashion Week to the World
The virtual reality tour company, ‘YouVisit’ is helping bring Russian designers into the lime light with virtual fashion runway tours. The Mercedez Benz Fashion Week in Russia is... MORE
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Virtual Reality Casinos
SlotsMillion is Creating Virtual Gambling Experiences with Oculus Rift
In addition to being a hub for hundreds of casino-style games online, SlotsMillion is hoping to take the lead when it comes to the future of gaming and gambling. For months, the online gambling... MORE
VR Musical Performances
VR Musical Performances
The Lion King is Now Available for Viewing Through Virtual Reality
One of the most well-received Disney musical performances to hit Broadway is The Lion King and now highlights from the show can be viewed entirely at home thanks to the experience being captured in... MORE
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Stella Artois Presented a VR-Powered Bird's Eye View of Wimbledon
Located within London’s Waterloo Station, a recent VR-powered Stella Artois activation offered the chance to get a literal bird’s eye view of the event. The immersive campaign is a... MORE
VR Cricket Experiences
VR Cricket Experiences
'A Proper Ball' is a VR Event from Yorkshire Tea and the ECB
A joint project of Yorkshire Tea and the England and Wales Cricket Board, ‘A Proper Ball’ is a unique virtual reality experience designed for the avid cricket fan. Making use of the... MORE
play_circle_filledIndoor Sledding Stunts
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North Face's Dog Sledding VR Experience Launches a Real-Life Race
To get consumers in the right frame of mind for trying on its outerwear gear, North Face set up a VR experience for mall-goers. This involved stepping into a snowy booth and being geared up to... MORE
play_circle_filledVirtual Reality Orchestras
Virtual Reality Orchestras
LA Phil's 'VAN Beethoven' Experience Visualizes Classical Music
The realm of virtual reality is now transforming the typically auditory experience of music into a visual rush with LA Phil’s ‘VAN Beethoven’ experience. The van is a miniature... MORE

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