Save the dates: 19-22 January 2026
27 - 29 January 2025
San Francisco, California, US

AR | VR | MR Program

Share your research and plan to join your community in January for a packed week of presentations, special events, and exhibitions

An excellent program to keep you abreast of recent developments

This important community comes together each year to share and discuss current research, hear the latest breakthroughs, connect with colleagues, and source innovative products.

Venue

Moscone West
800 Howard St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Hear from world-class speakers on the main stage


Main Stage Events

Experience the energy and inspiration of the main stage as speakers share their latest research and visions of the future

Learn, connect, and get specialized training


Special Events

Check out the full schedule of special events including social, networking, and professional development opportunities. Paid registrations also have access to special events that are part of Photonics West.

Invest in your skills and career development


Take a course

Select courses on augmented, virtual, and mixed reality topics. Get instruction from a leading expert and gain valuable skills for your career. Take a course at the 2025 event; courses are scheduled on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Thursday of the event.

Annual Student Optical Design Challenge


Participate in the Student Optical Design Challenge

Ready to design tomorrow's immersive display products? Apply your creativity and university optics education by presenting your solution to today's XR challenges. This is a unique opportunity for students to demonstrate design skills and gain exposure to some of the industry's top companies.

Don't miss the exhibition


Exhibition

Visit companies at the AR | VR | MR exhibition, connect with colleagues, and check out the latest hardware and systems.