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AWE USA 2026

The #1 XR and AI Conference and Expo

Join the #1 XR community in Long Beach for our 17th edition. Experience the latest in personal AI, physical AI, and robotics alongside the full spatial spectrum (AR, MR, VR). This year features a major expansion into XR Gaming and Location-Based Entertainment (LBE), with 5,000+ attendees, 250+ exhibitors, and 400+ speakers across 16 tracks.

June 15–18, 2026 | Long Beach Convention Center, CA

Exclusive Access for the Road to VR Community

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Why Attend AWE USA 2026?

The Expo Floor

150,000 sq. ft. of hands-on demos. Test the latest headsets, gaming accessories, and robotics before they hit the market.

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Gaming & LBE Hub

A dedicated zone for XR gaming and Location-Based Entertainment to try the latest experiences from top studios.

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Builders Program

Access to dedicated sessions and high-level networking designed specifically for early stage XR builders.

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Startup Pitch Competition

Are you building the next big thing? Apply to pitch live on stage in front of a panel of expert VCs.

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Art Festival

Experience a brand-new narrative art festival showcasing the most creative storytelling in the immersive world.

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Auggie Awards

Submit your project for an Auggie Award—the most prestigious honor in the XR industry.

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150,000 Sq Ft of Hands-On Tech

AWE Expo Floor

With over 250 exhibitors, the expo floor is your chance to test the "next" in XR before it hits the mainstream.

  • The Gaming & LBE Hub: Explore a dedicated pavilion for XR gaming and Location-Based Entertainment (sponsored by Pico).
  • The Playground: Get hands-on with the most exciting experimental XR activations and high-end haptic demos.
  • Confirmed Studios: Catch demos and talks from industry leaders like nDreams, Mighty Coconut, and Kluge Interactive.
  • Confirmed Influencers: Nathie, Cas and Chary XR, GingasVR, TigressX, KaleahVR, and Fix My Oculus.
Gaming Hub

The Gaming & LBE Hub

A dedicated pavilion for XR gaming and Location-Based Entertainment, sponsored by Pico. Whether you're a studio looking to showcase or a gamer who wants first access—this is your zone.

  • Exclusive demos from top XR gaming studios
  • Networking sessions for developers and publishers
  • Gaming Hub Happy Hour — socializing meets XR

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